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Event

Wind Europe Electric City 2021

Tuesday, 23 - Thursday, 25 Nov 2021

Dr Pete Giddings will take part in a panel discussion on 23^rd November from 14:00-15:00 on 'Wind – working towards 100% recyclable wind turbines'.

UK Wide
Read more about CySpace CCN Mapping Workshop Series

CySpace CCN Mapping Workshop Series

09 May - 23 Sep 2025

The CySpace Connected Capability Network (CCN) are hosting regional workshops to contribute towards a UK-wide mapping exercise of space domain awareness and cyber security capabilities during the Summer 2025.
Le Bourget Parc des Expositions (Le Bourget Airport)
Read more about Paris Airshow 2025

Paris Airshow 2025

16 - 22 Jun 2025

NCC aerospace and space experts will be available throughout the event to discuss how we can help businesses innovate for industry.
NCC, Bristol
Read more about Composites Technology Forum for UK Defence Event - High Temperature Applications in Defence Engineering

Composites Technology Forum for UK Defence Event - High Temperature Applications in Defence Engineering

17 Jun 2025

High-temperature advanced materials, including thermally stable polymer and ceramic matrix composites, play a crucial role in future defence engineering.