Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC) has added almost 30 new members this year as the sector continues to recover from the pandemic lockdowns.
FAC conference REACHes new heights
Manufacturers are facing huge uncertainty and potential losses unless the EU clarifies its chemical regulations, the annual conference of Farnborough Aerospace Consortium heard. The FAC event at Brooklands Museum in Surrey brought together big names in the aerospace, defence and space sectors who spoke to delegates mainly from SMEs.
Warm welcome for Harley at Barnbrook Systems
A Hampshire engineering firm has invested in the future with its latest appointment of a young mechanical engineer.
Farnborough Aerospace Consortium celebrates 25th anniversary
One of the country’s leading aerospace trade associations has celebrated its 25th anniversary with a reception for its past and present members. Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC) represents hundreds of businesses mainly in the south and south-east but also across the country and internationally.
Flitetec expands with business acquisition
Aircraft interiors specialist Flitetec has boosted its capabilities in aerospace and defence with the acquisition of a London-based printing business.
Farnborough Air Show was a boost for business
The Farnborough Air Show created a large number of leads for UK business, according to the Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC).
Green light for major redevelopment plans
Structural steel firm REIDsteel has been given the green light for a major redevelopment of its site in Christchurch, Dorset
FAC’s new chief executive sets out vision
The new chief executive of Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC) has set out his vision for the trade body as it helps members recover post-Covid. Alan Fisher is a 35-year veteran of the sector and has taken over from his long-standing predecessor David Barnes. The consortium is one of the oldest aerospace and defence trade body in the UK and is … Read More
Assets of Yorkshire heavy engineering business to be sold
An auction of engineering equipment, tooling and support assets from Halifax-based manufacturing firm Valvetek Machining UK Ltd that ceased trading in early August is attracting interest from around the world. Walker Singleton, multi-disciplined chartered surveyors, has been appointed by Huddersfield-based business rescue and insolvency specialist Poppleton and Appleby, the proposed liquidators to disperse the assets. There will be more than … Read More
Progressive Technology Prepares for Aerospace Take-off
The Newbury-based engineering company Progressive Technology Group has re-joined Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC) as the sector readies itself for a re-launch post-Covid.