*The watchtower initiative for Engineering and manufacturing businesses* *Having problems recruiting or retention of staff? The Lancashire Advanced Engineering and Manufacturing (AEM) Watchtower project support AEM businesses identify organisations needs and offer tailored, coordinated business support and help to engage with the right support. The programme includes: An intelligence function to identify and protect Lancashire's […]

The UK Pavilion is always a sell-out, but this year even more so, because of the large, funded defence Technical Modernisation Plan totalling £104.8bn for the years 2021 – 2035. Its key programmes include air defence, land forces, combating threats at sea, cyber defence, national cryptology and territorial defence. A new law on defence spending […]

Join the International Composites Summit (ICS) for its third year at a brand new, larger venue. ICS is the only UK exhibition solely focussed on the composites supply chain and is the place to do the most cost-effective and sustainable composite business in the UK. The event brings together companies to address the worldwide opportunities […]

The Department for Business and Trade, UK Defence and Security Exports and Clarion Events invites you to participate on the UK Capability Showcase at DSEI 2023 at the ExCeL in London 12-15 September 2023. As part of the Government’s UK Capability Showcase you will be provided the opportunity to display selected capabilities within the focal […]

Electric flying is no longer an utopia. Well-known manufacturers and suppliers are developing electric propulsion systems and numerous projects are in progress. In this context, our 8th E2FLIGHT® conference, themed "Challenges of Scaling Up", focuses on the implementation of what started in the laboratory. Look forward to an exciting program on Tuesday, 12 September 2023, […]

Lockheed Martin & RTC North are hosting a Space and Defence Readiness event in Liverpool City Centre on 20th September 2023 This event will provide a focused series of presentations covering the role and importance of SMEs, routes into the MOD and how to do business with the space and defence sectors. Presentations will include […]

Discover how different industries have adopted Additive Manufacturing into their workflow.  Additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, offers design flexibility, reduced production time, and the ability to use various materials, revolutionizing industries with bespoke, intricate, and sustainable products. It enables decentralized manufacturing, reducing costs, and promoting innovation in sectors like aerospace, healthcare, and automotive. Its unparalleled […]

In collaboration with our customers, we are organizing a series of open houses to give you the chance to discuss the opportunities offered by Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing technology. On the program of the open days: presentations of the technology, customer panels, discoveries of many real application cases, and finally, a networking lunch. Participation […]

 Date: Thursday 21st September  Venue: Lancaster and Morecambe College Business Centre, Morecambe Rd, Morecambe LA1 2TY  Time: 9:30am to 2:00pm We are thrilled to announce we are joining with Electech Innovation Cluster to form part of ETIC's return of Member and Supporters meetings. The theme is COLLABORATION. We'll be sharing insights into how businesses, academia, and clusters can […]

You asked, we listened! Back by popular demand... We are back with our 2nd Locals Networking Event of 2023 at our training centre!   Following on from the success of our first ever Networking event back in April 2023, we are pleased to announce that following your feedback and requests WE ARE BACK!! We have […]

 Date: Friday 29th September  Venue: Visitors Centre, Airbus, Chester Road, Broughton, CH4 0DR  Time: 10:00am to 1:00pm   The ‘Digital Transformation in Aerospace, Discovery and Networking event’ is for Aerospace businesses in the region to help unlock the value of digitalisation in manufacturing. Organised by North West Aerospace Alliance (NWAA), Aerospace Wales and the Aerospace Growth […]

The defence industry already sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West and with the future of the National Cyber Force in Lancashire, there are 10,000 more expected by the end of the decade. With vast prospects for growth in Lancashire, what does this mean for your business and how can you take advantage […]

Discover How This Program Could Help Unlock The Full Potential of Your Business: Date: Tuesday 10th October 2023 Venue: AMRC North West, Roy Chadwick Way, Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, Mellor Brook, Blackburn, BB2 7HP Time: 8.30am to 1.00pm Agenda: Full agenda TBC The Lancashire Advanced Engineering and Manufacturing (AEM) Watchtower project delivered by North West […]

The 20th Reinventing Space Conference and Exhibition takes place between Wednesday 11 October and Friday 13 October 2023 in Liverpool, UK. RISpace concludes on Friday with the presentation of the Sir Arthur Clarke Awards The conference and exhibition is a great opportunity for the UK and international space community to meet and network. There will […]

Are you a startup or an SME based on the Harwell campus working on In-Orbit Servicing and Manufacturing solutions or looking at applications from satellite imagery? If so, submit an application for the opportunity to give a 5-10 minute pitch to Airbus Defence and Airbus Space; Don’t worry if your work doesn't fit under the pitch topics, you can still submit an application to […]

Join this Maya HTT & Siemens webinar to learn how to improve operational efficiency and find better designs faster. This is the perfect opportunity to see HEEDS in action and see case studies of how other companies have improved product performance with HEEDS. Register today. Discover better designs, faster Capture IP and enable efficient knowledge sharing […]

If you had £880,000 to spend on your company, what would you do with it? We spent this funding on our scientific labs creating what we believe to be world class facilities. Would you like to come and take a look? Over the last 2 years, we've invested just shy of £1 million in our […]

This in-person event on Thursday 19 October gives employers the opportunity to meet the team who deliver our digital apprenticeship provision and see for themselves the amazing facilities we offer to support apprenticeship training. You will be able to visit our state-of-the-art cyber rooms and experience immersive digital technology in our brand new immersive lab. […]

FREE Member ESG Event #3 at Airbus  Date: Thursday 19th October  Venue: Wings Club, Airbus, Chester Road, Broughton, CH4 0DR Time: 1:15pm - 5:00pm   Event Agenda 13:00- 13:15- Arrival, coffee & pastries (Wings Club) 13:30- 14:30- Welcome & Safety Brief - Helen Swift / Jack Gannon, Rachael Blackburn & Paula Gill 13:35- 14:30- Sustainability […]

 Date: Thursday 19th October  Venue: Wings Club, Airbus, Chester Road, Broughton, CH4 0DR Time: 5:00pm – 7:30pm We are delighted to announce that on Thursday 19th October Aerospace Wales and the North West Aerospace Alliance for the second time will be jointly hosting a “Mix & Mingle” event for our members. The free to attend member event […]

We're busy planning our mini careers/ job fair event on the 25th  of October 2023 from 8.45 - 2pm at The Exchange County Hall Preston. This is an invite to all Engineering and Manufacturing businesses and who would be interested in showcasing the variety of careers and pathways in their own organisation. This will be […]

Welcoming remarks from Fylde Council and what energy efficiency, cost reduction, carbon reduction plans and net zero, advice and bespoke support is available to the business community of Fylde from Stephen Sykes, Director of Sustainability, East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce. Light breakfast* and refreshments – Please book to confirm your attendance so that we can […]

26 Oct 2023 09:30 - 15:00 Venue: Unipart Logistics, Nuneaton   Hear from Airbus about the challenges that aerospace primes and supply chain companies face as the industry recover from the COVID pandemic, especially rapid production rate increases and issues of logistics. Discuss with colleagues how we can work together to address these challenges and […]

Welcoming remarks from Fylde Council and what energy efficiency, cost reduction, carbon reduction plans and net zero, advice and bespoke support is available to the business community of Fylde from Stephen Sykes, Director of Sustainability, East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce. Light lunch* and refreshments – Please book to confirm your attendance so that we can […]

Welcoming remarks from Fylde Council and what energy efficiency, cost reduction, carbon reduction plans and net zero, advice and bespoke support is available to the business community of Fylde from Stephen Sykes, Director of Sustainability, East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce. Refreshments will be provided, please advise if any dietary requirements. About Chamber Low Carbon programme […]

Advanced Engineering is the UK’s largest annual gathering of engineering and manufacturing professionals. The event will help you to source new suppliers, network, build connections and learn about the latest industry developments all in one place.   Visit the North West Aerospace Alliance in Hall 3 stand M192 at Advanced Engineering UK, 1 - 2 November 2023. […]

Sustainable Industry LIVE, the UK's exclusive sustainable transformation event for industry. Now in its third year, this groundbreaking conference is designed for and delivered by end-users. Immerse yourself in real-world examples of innovation in action, participate in interactive workshops, and takeaway practical tools from industry-leading case studies delivered by the brightest minds in the sector. […]

NEW VENUE: Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort, Holme Rd, Burnley, Lancashire BB12 0RT SPECIAL NWAA MEMBER DISCOUNTED ROOM RATE - Only available up to 11th September 2023. Please Use Code NWAA23 on hotel website or via phone on 01282 227722. DATE: Friday 10th November 2023   Last year was a resounding success and this […]

Going Global Live is taking place at the ExCel London on the 22nd and 23rd November 2023; we're pleased to offer a free e-ticket to the event.  The Department for Business and Trade is supporting the 2023 instalment of the show. With over 150 cutting-edge exhibitors, 100 seminars & keynote talks, live panel discussions, and […]

3DGBIRE are thrilled to extend an invitation to our upcoming HP Open House event, a unique opportunity to explore the groundbreaking world of 3D printing and witness how its revolutionsing industries. This event features distinguishes guest speakers from HP and Basf Forward AM, both pioneers in the realm of 3D printing, who will provide invaluable insights […]

FREE Member ESG Event at BAE Systems ASK Centre   *Please note - Due to an error in the BAE calendar please note that there has been a date change for this event*   VENUE: BAE Systems, ASK Centre, Enterprise Zone, Blackburn BB2 7FT DATE: Thursday 23rd November TIME:  09:00 - 13:00   Sustainability Within BAE […]

Aerospace Wales would very much like to extend the invite to NWAA members.   During what is proving to be a very hectic autumn season for Aerospace Wales and Space Wales, I am delighted to let you know about our next Member’s meeting taking place on the 23rd November at the OpTIC in St Aspah.  […]

BAE Systems Air would like to share the link below where you will find an invite to the event “The role of digital minimum standards and a model-based definition” being held on the 28/11/2023.  This event is being hosted by HVMC at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) North West and speaking at the event […]

🎤 Hosted by experts from the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry. 💭 Attendees will learn about when and how to apply for an ATA Carnet, an international customs document, along with when and how they should be used. Click Here to register for the webinar.

 Date: Wednesday 6th December  Venue: AMRC North West, Roy Chadwick Way, Samlesbury, Blackburn BB2 7HP  Time: 15:00pm to 16:30pm   NWAA AGM will be held at the: AMRC North West Roy Chadwick Way Samlesbury Enterprise Zone Mellor Brook BB2 7HP on Wednesday 6th December, 2023.   As a member of the NWAA it is very […]

With just over 2 weeks to go until our flagship event, the Aerospace Wales Showcase Expo, we are thrilled by the response from the sector, with just 2 exhibition spaces remaining it is shaping up to be our largest one to date.  You can find more details here: https://www.aerospaceexhibitions.com/AerospaceWalesExpo/ If you have not secured exhibition […]

We'd like to invite you to join us at our International Trade Club Awards event on the 7th December 2023. It’s been another tough year for businesses – recruitment is challenging, customer demands are increasing, supply chains and transportation issues are exacting, and in amongst this we need our own international sales teams to be […]

NWAA are pleased to announce it will be hosting its ‘Winter Members Forum’ on the 9th February 2024 at the AMRC North West Roy Chadwick Way Samlesbury Enterprise Zone Mellor Brook BB2 7HP   SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED FOR THE WINTER FORUM NWAA are pleased to announce additional details for the ‘Winter Members Forum’.  The subject and […]

How Procurement Plays its part in the Ever-Evolving Defence Industry   In a volatile global landscape, the Defence Industry is operating in a period of great uncertainty with high regulation and compliance pressures. Gartner's survey revealed 47% Aerospace and Defence companies reported supply chain disruptions in the past 12 months, each costing an average of $184 million. Despite technology’s […]

Liam Cassidy, the global factory fixer, will also be speaking to us all, revealing the enigmas behind sustainable continuous improvements. 📅 Save the date: Tuesday, 27th Feb: 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM Wednesday, 28th Feb: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 🔒 Limited spots available! Email leanevent@flowstore.com to secure your ticket or visit our website here buff.ly/3NKOabR   […]

The ATI and Innovate UK are hosting a one-hour webinar to promote a series of aviation topics open to UK participants in Horizon Europe.   The event will be hosted by ATI and Innovate UK.  It will cover topics such as the UK’s association with Horizon Europe and the four aviation topics.  The full agenda: […]

This year’s NWAA 9th Annual Conference promises to be phenomenal with a stunning new venue and an array of high-profile key industry leading guest speakers & sponsors confirmed. Please CLICK HERE TO BOOK   ONLY 3 DAYS TO GO - SAVE THE DATE: 14th March 2024 - NWAA 9th Annual Conference NWAA are excited to be […]

As part of ATI’s presence at the Sustainable Skies World Summit 2024, the ATI Hub is inviting a small group of aerospace innovators to join us and showcase their aircraft technologies to investors and industrials.   The ATI has secured a partnership with Sustainable Skies which will enable seven selected innovators to exhibit on the […]

 Date: Tuesday 16th - 18th April 2024  Venue: NEC Birmingham   Organised by the Manufacturing Technologies Association and being hosted at the NEC in April 2024, this new exhibition has grown out of increased demand for the successful UK Supply Chain Zone at MACH. One common badge will provide unhindered access to both MACH and The […]

Don't miss out on CyberSecure360! Join Seriun, Sagar Insurance, Forbes Solicitors & Chubb Insurance for an exclusive event focused on #cybersecurity. Attendees will witness cyber-attacks firsthand and gain essential insights into safeguarding their businesses from digital threats. Plus, understand the compliance needed for cyber insurance and the legal ramifications if things go wrong. It's also […]

We are again holding our annual NW University Fair event, a great opportunity for science, technology and engineering companies on campus and in our network to meet 5 key NW universities(Lancaster, Liverpool, LJMU, Manchester and MMU), Innovate UK and STFC all in the same place (Innovation Centre) at one time to explore potential opportunities around: […]

NWAA Member Invitation: Free Breakfast Seminar on Legal Issues for Employers across the Industry Are you navigating the complexities of the aerospace industry with confidence? We understand the challenges you face as a business owner, director, HR manager, or health & safety manager in this dynamic sector. That's why we're excited to extend an exclusive […]

To launch our new ATA Carnet service, we are focusing on the do’s and don’ts when planning and visiting exhibitions. The demand for ATA Carnets has trebled since Brexit and taking samples, equipment and exhibition stands to International Trade Fairs is a great example of what is now considered a temporary export. Known as the […]

Join the elite community of procurement professionals at our exclusive Procureneur Club. This monthly networking event is dedicated to fostering connections, sharing insights, and staying up-to-date with the latest trends in the procurement industry. Rub shoulders with industry experts, engage in meaningful discussions, and expand your professional network. The Procureneur Club is your platform to collaborate, learn from each other’s experiences, […]

I wanted to reach out with an opportunity for UK aerospace companies; AeroMontreal's Innovation Forum is Canada's largest aerospace forum with over 1500 participants with a focus on linking innovation to business opportunity. https://foruminnovation.ca/english/ The International Aerospace Innovation Forum, organized by Aéro Montréal, will be held on May 21 and 22, 2024 at the Palais des […]