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We innovate through technology clusters – discrete elements of material, product or process development or integrated into system-level challenges

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Interdisciplinary approach to designing, analysing and managing complex systems throughout their life cycle

Production Systems

Industrial solutions at scale and rate, enabled through data-led processes that maximise time, cost and quality for manufacturers

Metallic Processes

Development of manufacturing techniques for components and assemblies made from metallic materials (ferrous, non-ferrous, alloys)

Advanced Materials

Formulation and manufacturing of new substances engineered to have superior properties compared to traditional materials

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We innovate through technology clusters – discrete elements of material, product or process development or integrated into system-level challenges

Systems Engineering

Interdisciplinary approach to designing, analysing and managing complex systems throughout their life cycle

Systems Engineering

Interdisciplinary approach to designing, analysing and managing complex systems throughout their life cycle

Systems Engineering

Interdisciplinary approach to designing, analysing and managing complex systems throughout their life cycle

Insight

Decarbonising Aerospace Article

Tue, 11 Mar 2025

By channelling investment into the most promising approaches, the UK can advance an aerospace supply chain that promotes circularity and achieves net zero ambitions.

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Engineering survival: how advanced materials are reshaping UK defence

Thu, 13 Feb 2025

Check out our latest article from from Sean Cooper, Senior Chief Engineer for Defence, NCC on how advanced materials are reshaping UK defence.

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ICE 3 Challenges for Offshore Wind

Fri, 24 Jan 2025

In an article for Institution of Civil Engineers, Dr Kaloyana Kostova considers how engineers can strike a balance between best practices from cost-intensive innovation in design and manufacturing with standardised construction to create low-risk, cost-effective components essential for advancing offshore wind energy.

Why become an NCC Member?

Our membership allows you to shape and access a broad portfolio of state-of-the-art technologies and specialist engineering capabilities. Being part of a large network of industrial partners, our members collaborate to drive innovation.

As one of six centres of the HVMC, we can open the door to the wider HVMC network – with access to over 2,500 manufacturing specialists and more than £1 billion of technology capability.

Find out more about being an NCC Member

Membership

NCC membership means unparalleled networking and access – becoming part of an innovation community that works together to identify opportunities and tackle challenges throughout the entire supply chain.

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Careers

We are passionate about providing our employees with an innovative, collaborative environment where they can thrive in their chosen career. Whether you’re joining our graduate scheme or coming in as an engineer with over 20 years of experience, you’ll be working with some of the brightest minds on solutions to some of the biggest challenges facing industry and the uptake of composite materials.

Browse our latest job opportunities

Insight and Impact

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Sustainability Maturity Levels language

Wed, 15 Oct 2025

Dave Greenhill's article discusses a new way to talk about sustainability in the language of engineering improvement.

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Why we need to finish what we start in clean energy innovation

Thu, 02 Oct 2025

If UK wants secure, affordable energy from wind, NCC CEO Richard Oldfield writes we must commit to building nextgen structures here - not shipping the opportunity overseas.

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How can Concept Design accelerate innovation in defence?

Tue, 30 Sept 2025

With global threats evolving rapidly, traditional 20-year defence procurement cycles are no longer sustainable. We need faster, more adaptive innovation to maintain national security.

News

West of England Business Board moves forward

Fri, 26 Sept 2025

NCC welcomes the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority's ten-year Growth Strategy aims to create 72,000 new jobs and deliver 28% economic growth.

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Engineering the future: NCC's Technology Strategy

Thu, 18 Sept 2025

Our Technology Strategy sets out how NCC will stay at the forefront of technology leadership. We’re building on what works – and investing in the tools, skills and systems that will matter the most in the next decade.

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NCC welcomes new alliance to deliver defence innovation

Tue, 09 Sept 2025

NCC warmly welcomes news of the alliance between the UK Ministry of Defence and High Value Manufacturing Catapult (HVM Catapult). As a Bristol based organisation, we are proud this announcement is being made in our region, a recognised centre of defence innovation and leadership, supported by a vibrant and highly connected defence cluster.

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Blades Europe 2026

Tue, 28 Apr 2026

NCC experts Ffion Rodes and Jonathan Fuller will be presenting on sustainability of large structures at Blades Europe 2026, on 28 April in Edinburgh.

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Space West Networking Drinks

Tue, 12 May 2026

Space West are hosting a networking drinks. Whether you are regular or new to the community, we would love for you to join us.

Insight

Cyber security in the space sector - growing capability and threat

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Cyber security is not new. We have long been aware of its importance. What's changed is the scale and capabilities that the threat carries.

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WindEurope Annual Event 2026

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

NCC energy experts will be presenting insights from the TURBO and Joule Programmes at the WindEurope Annual Event taking place in Madrid, from 21-23 April.

Impact

Standardising lifecycle carbon footprinting in offshore wind

Mon, 20 Apr 2026

NCC feeds technical rigour into PCF guidance aimed at giving the industry a single, evidence-based methodology using real activity data.

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HRMCap: UK's window to win the race for next-generation single-aisle

Thu, 16 Apr 2026

For a slice of the pie, the clock is running for who can make next-gen single-aisle platforms fast enough, writes Adrian Tayler & Mark Bowering.

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Aircraft Interiors Expo 2026

Tue, 14 Apr 2026

Charlie Riccard will be attending Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX26) taking place in Hamburg Messe.

Impact

Engineering a practical hydrogen storage system for maritime use

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

NCC's expertise on the HyZEM project delivers practical, safer, lower-cost hydrogen storage solutions for smaller vessels today, and rail, aviation, and logistics tomorrow.

News

NCC welcomes Vestas plans for nacelle factory in Scotland

Wed, 01 Apr 2026

NCC welcomes Vestas' plans to establish a nacelle and hub manufacturing facility in Scotland.

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FIA 2026

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

NCC experts will be at the Farnborough International Airshow 2026, sharing how we're enabling world leading innovators from aerospace, defence, and beyond.

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UKREiiF 2026

Tue, 19 May 2026

NCC at UKREiiF 2026: Showcasing the region as a place for innovation-led development and investment

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Innovation Zero World Congress 2026

Tue, 28 Apr 2026

Jo Dally will be a panel speaker at Innovation Zero: World Congress on 29 April, sharing insights into how our capabilities are supporting industrial opportunities across the UK’s supply chain.

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Blades Europe 2026

Tue, 28 Apr 2026

NCC experts Ffion Rodes and Jonathan Fuller will be presenting on sustainability of large structures at Blades Europe 2026, on 28 April in Edinburgh.

Event

Space West Networking Drinks

Tue, 12 May 2026

Space West are hosting a networking drinks. Whether you are regular or new to the community, we would love for you to join us.

Insight

Cyber security in the space sector - growing capability and threat

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Cyber security is not new. We have long been aware of its importance. What's changed is the scale and capabilities that the threat carries.

Lead growth sectors

Aerospace

Positioning the UK in a leading role on future civil aerospace platforms

Defence

Supporting energy security, sustainability and industrial growth

Energy

Strengthening sovereign capability and securing a more sustainable, resilient future

Other Sectors

Helping businesses of all sizes turn ideas into impact across the entire product lifecycle

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NCC member GKN Aerospace leads project to produce novel winglet

Mon, 04 Nov 2013

GKN Aerospace will be exhibiting an advanced winglet lower skin demonstrator manufactured from carbon fibre at the NCC using the latest AFP technology.

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New National Composites Centre Announced

Thu, 26 Nov 2009

The South West has been named as the location of a new National Composites Centre (NCC) as part of the UK Composites Strategy, announced today.

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Cutting Edge Fibre-Laying Machine for the NCC

Mon, 31 Jan 2011

NCC announces purchase of a multi-million pound Automatic Fibre Placement (AFP) machine, the first of its kind in the country.

Training Courses

Find out more about our range of training courses on offer

Introduction to Wet Lay-Up

Wet layup is an essential composite manufacturing technique used across multiple industries for part fabrication and structural repairs. This practically-focused course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding and practical experience of the wet layup process.

Sustainability Maturity Levels

This course introduces the Sustainability Maturity Levels (SML) framework, created through the £16.5M ASCEND project led by GKN Aerospace. By the end, you’ll be ready to use SMLs to guide your organisation towards Net Zero.

Introduction to Composite Materials

If you have an engineering background, but are new to composites, a basic knowledge of their composition and manufacture is essential to begin your journey.

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NCC at ATI Conference 2025

Tue, 04 Nov 2025

Book a meeting with our experts to find out how we can support your next solution for future flight.

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FIA 2026

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

NCC experts will be at the Farnborough International Airshow 2026, sharing how we're enabling world leading innovators from aerospace, defence, and beyond.

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UKREiiF 2026

Tue, 19 May 2026

NCC at UKREiiF 2026: Showcasing the region as a place for innovation-led development and investment

Event

Innovation Zero World Congress 2026

Tue, 28 Apr 2026

Jo Dally will be a panel speaker at Innovation Zero: World Congress on 29 April, sharing insights into how our capabilities are supporting industrial opportunities across the UK’s supply chain.

Event

Blades Europe 2026

Tue, 28 Apr 2026

NCC experts Ffion Rodes and Jonathan Fuller will be presenting on sustainability of large structures at Blades Europe 2026, on 28 April in Edinburgh.

Event

Space West Networking Drinks

Tue, 12 May 2026

Space West are hosting a networking drinks. Whether you are regular or new to the community, we would love for you to join us.

Insight

Cyber security in the space sector - growing capability and threat

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Cyber security is not new. We have long been aware of its importance. What's changed is the scale and capabilities that the threat carries.

Impact

Watch: Digital thread for composite processes

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

If digital thread can work for composites, the lessons apply to almost anything. At NCC, we're demonstrating how technologies like the Immersive Workbench and open-source, neutral file formats can solve key challenges.

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WindEurope Annual Event 2026

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

NCC energy experts will be presenting insights from the TURBO and Joule Programmes at the WindEurope Annual Event taking place in Madrid, from 21-23 April.