Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC) has strengthened ties with its partner organisation in Poland following a meeting at the Farnborough International Airshow.

Boeing and investment firm Clear Sky, are joining forces to accelerate sustainability solutions for aviation.

Revolutionary technology which uses ‘smart fabric’ to extinguish lithium-ion battery fires in personal electronic devices (PEDs) on aircraft has been unveiled at Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024.

Yesterday, Marshall hosted representatives from North Carolina’s Department of Commerce and economic development partnerships for a tour of its Cambridge headquarters, providing a glimpse of the capabilities, heritage and values it will soon be bringing to the state.

GKN Aerospace has today signed a new technology collaboration with German start-up VÆRIDION at Farnborough, focused on advancing aerostructures and electrical wiring interconnection systems (EWIS) for VÆRIDION's all-electric microliner aircraft.

Saudi Arabia’s low-cost carrier, flynas, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for 75 A320neo family aircraft and 15 A330-900 at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024.

A new consortium, led by drone delivery and inspection specialists, Skyports Drone Services and funded by the UK Space Agency, has been launched to explore how 5G services can support the deployment of drone operations in rural areas.

Net-zero technologies company, CATAGEN, has become the first to submit a sample of its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to the recently established EU SAF Clearing House.

GKN Aerospace has signed a collaboration agreement today with Swiss company H55, a technological spin-off of Solar Impulse, to advance Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems (EWIS) for Electric Propulsion System (EPS).

The Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) of Boeing, Airbus, Dassault, GE Aerospace, Rolls-Royce, RTX and Safran have called for government research programmes that advance scientific understanding of aviation non-CO2 effects such as contrails, nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulfur, aerosols and soot.

Senior representatives from Marshall, GKN Aerospace and Parker Meggitt gathered at Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) today, where they met to discuss early progress and the initial milestones of the HyFIVE consortium.

The UK, France and Germany have jointly announced Aero Excellence International at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA), an initiative designed to improve supply chain resilience through a new and universal standard of operational excellence for the aerospace and defence community.

At the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) Libya’s Berniq Airways placed a firm order with Airbus for six A320neo Family aircraft.

Embraer has revealed wide ranging upgrades and performance improvements across its commercial jet product line up at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024.

Fareham based Barnbrook Systems Ltd is working with Protium, a UK green hydrogen company, to advance safety in using green hydrogen using remote sensing technology.

BAE Systems’ strategic partner Stellar Blu Solutions has completed qualification and earned supplemental type certification on the multiorbit Sidewinder aero terminal using BAE Systems’ Ku-band electronically scanned antenna.

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has expanded its partnership with Rolls-Royce to advance its sustainable initiatives, with researching hydrogen fuel system technology and continuing to prove hydrogen could be a zero-carbon aviation fuel of the future.

Cranfield University has become part of an industry innovation cluster which aims to address the complex challenges of the future of flight through close collaborative work.

International Airlines Group (IAG) has committed to purchasing GEnx engines from GE Aerospace to power six new 787 Dreamliners for British Airways – the first introduction of this engine into their fleet.

Virgin Atlantic has placed a firm order for an additional seven A330neo aircraft at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024, to complete its fleet transformation.

Leonardo has invested £604 million in onshore helicopter operations and UK supply chain at its manufacturing facilities in Yeovil and is accelerating its UK uncrewed helicopter design and development, with the first flight of its Proteus Airborne Collaborative Platform (ACP) slated to take place in Q1 2025.

British Airways has today announced it will fully fund up to 200 places on its Speedbird Pilot Academy recruitment programme.

GKN Aerospace has officially opened an expansion to its facility in Mexico, Chihuahua, representing a significant advance in the company's aerospace manufacturing capabilities for the North American market.

In his opening ceremony speech at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024 yesterday, Kevin Craven, ADS CEO and Chair, Farnborough International, stressed the importance of UK advanced manufacturing and partnership - between industry, government and international partners - in securing sustainability and future advantage.

GKN Aerospace has successfully delivered the full composite wing assembly for Supernal’s first electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) Full-scale Technology Demonstrator (FSTD) and will deliver booms by the end of July.

UK Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds has today announced over £100 million of government-industry funding for advanced aerospace tech projects to support greener air travel, at the launch of the 2024 Farnborough International Airshow (FIA).

The latest figures from ADS, trade association for the UK’s aerospace, defence, security and space sectors, has found commercial aircraft orders fell 71% in the first half of 2024 compared with the first half of 2023, while deliveries fell by 14% in the same period.

Smith Myers has announced the award of multiple multiyear delivery contracts for their ARTEMIS mobile phone detection, location and communication systems.

NATS has cemented its longstanding involvement in the Single European Sky ATM Research (SESAR) programme by becoming an Associated Member of the SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking.

GKN Aerospace has launched H2FlyGHT, a revolutionary £44 million collaborative GKN-led project with Parker Meggitt and the Universities of Manchester and Nottingham, supported by the UK Government’s Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI), which will develop a 2-megawatt (MW) cryogenic hydrogen-electric propulsion system, setting new ...

Engineering, technology and consulting firm Expleo will be exhibiting at Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024 from 22nd- 26th July, demonstrating innovative design and manufacturing solution for next-generation aircraft.

Airbus has teamed up with London Gatwick, easyJet and Air Products, the world’s largest hydrogen supplier, to expand hydrogen capability and infrastructure in the UK as the manufacturer moves closer to its target of getting a hydrogen powered aircraft in the sky by 2035.

At next week's Farnborough International Airshow (FIA2024), events - including one co-hosted by ADS and BAE Systems - will explore the links between Belgian aerospace & defence companies and UK industry.

TT Electronics today announced that its Cleveland, Ohio facility has signed a significant new contract with Parker Meggitt.

London Luton Airport (LLA) has opened a new Express Drop Off zone to provide an even more convenient option for passengers looking to be dropped off directly in front of the terminal entrance.

The Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) says the new government has a vital role in keeping the UK globally connected and secure by maximising the value of UK aerospace and driving sustainability, air power and space, innovation and upskilling.

Heathrow will now be able to measure and choose to prioritise the environmental performance of arriving flights, thanks to technology developed by air traffic service provider, NATS.

An innovative connection solution characterised by a 3-in-1 locking mechanism which provides reliable performance for demanding military and civilian applications, the ODU AMC (Advanced Military Connector) range, is now being expanded to address retro-fit requirements.

The UK’s first permanent vertiport has been officially unveiled at the Snowdonia Aerospace Centre (SAC) in Llanbedr, North Wales.

ADS and Farnborough International are launching the UK Government Hub at the Farnborough International Airshow 2024 (FIA2024) next week (22nd-26th July), providing a dedicated platform for 10 government departments and agencies to collaborate directly with UK businesses.

Airports Council International (ACI) World has today published the latest ACI World Airport Traffic Dataset, confirming the top 20 busiest airports in the world in 2023.

Alloy Wire International is looking to capitalise on a significant return in aerospace volumes when it heads to Farnborough next week (22nd-26th July).

SITA has signed a five-year extension with London Heathrow Airport to support its expanding network infrastructure.

Hampshire-based global engineering solutions specialist Barnbrook Systems Ltd, is turbocharging the journey to a sustainable future with green hydrogen.

A group of 28 school students from the local area took part in work experience at London Gatwick for the very first time.

The strong return of air traffic post-pandemic is continuing, with the UK’s one millionth flight happening six days earlier than last year.

Last month the Wales Ambulance Service - a Charity - attended its 50,000th mission.

International aircraft components specialist Flitetec – based in the UK, with sites in France and North America – is officially unveiling its OEMRepair Hub at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA2024) later this month (22nd-26th July).

Heathrow Airport has experienced back to back record breaking days in June, with 7.4 million people having travelled through last month and experiencing the busiest day ever on 30th June, when it served over 268,000 passengers.

London Stansted passed the rolling 29 million passengers a year milestone for the first time in its history following its busiest ever June on record.

IFS has acquired EmpowerMX, an AI-powered aviation maintenance software provider specialising in Airframe Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) solutions and confirmed it has entered into a definitive agreement to buy Copperleaf Technologies Inc., provider of enterprise decision analytics software to firms managing critical infrastructure.

As the Euro 2024 reaches the final stages, easyJet has announced it is keeping passengers updated with the latest scores of the semi-final and final matches onboard flights.

ZeroAvia today announced that it has developed revolutionary AI-driven, scalable smart microgrid optimisation software which promises to minimise the cost of hydrogen production for clean aviation and other applications.

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has ordered four additional Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft for the Royal Saudi Arabia Air Force (RSAF).

Humber Enterprise Park in Brough, East Yorkshire, is marking a first decade as a strategic business location following a buy-out from BAE Systems, with two major long-term lease extensions and a significant new office tenant.

Leonardo has integrated V-Nova’s LCEVC solution - an implementation of the MPEG-5 LCEVC (Low Complexity Enhancement Video Coding) part-2 standard - into its AWHERO Rotorcraft Uncrewed Aerial System (RUAS), capable of a wide range of missions to include land, littoral and blue-water surveillance operations.

Heathrow Airport has made a multiyear investment in Genetec solutions which is enabling them to continuously and securely transform operations.

Birmingham Airport has welcomed the inaugural Lufthansa City Airlines flight, Lufthansa’s first using the A320NEO aircraft which is up to 20% more fuel efficient than previous models.

In 2023 the FAAM Airborne Laboratory - based at Cranfield University and Airfield - launched a unique opportunity for environmental researchers to use its specially adapted BAE-146-301 research aircraft for small-scale atmospheric science projects.

The new UK government must support the long-term future of aerospace innovation, according to the Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC).

Coventry-based smart airside solutions specialist Aurrigo, has hit an important milestone by taking on its 100th employee.

AMS Composite Cylinders is to continue its partnership with The National Centre for Atmospheric Science (NCAS) and the FAAM Airborne Laboratory, as part of its £49 million Mid-Life Upgrade project.

Today, Vietnam Airlines has taken delivery of the first of three A320neos the airline will receive this year.

The UK Civil Aviation Authority has extended its public engagement on proposed amendments to a section of airspace in the North West - known as the Manchester Low-Level Route (MLLR).

From 22nd-26th July, ZeroAvia will be back at historic Farnborough embracing 120 years of aviation innovation and providing live presentations and fireside chats with high-profile sustainable aviation influencers live from its stand.

ALTEN has announced the acquisition of Woodford Engineering Consultancy (UK) Ltd (WEC), a provider of engineering services renowned for their expertise in developing and integrating systems into vehicle platforms.

EasyJet is replacing weighty Paper Technical and Cabin Logs previously used by cabin crew, engineers, ground crew and flight crew with the new e-techlog system, which will be rolled out across its 346-strong fleet of aircraft during 2025.

Project CAELUS, the industry collaboration aiming to use drones to transport essential medical supplies throughout Scotland, scooped the Most Innovative Transport Project of the Year at this year’s Scottish Transport Awards.

Maxon will present its range of DC motor drive systems for aerospace, space and drone industries at this year’s Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 22nd-26th July.

AtkinsRéalis has been appointed to deliver projects and professional services for a new major national framework aimed at supporting low-carbon infrastructure and sustainability targets as the UK’s emissions reduction deadline for 2030 draws closer.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released data for May 2024, revealing that passenger demand is up 10.7% and air cargo demand increased by 14.7%.

A new study has revealed that Heathrow is the airport you need to arrive at the earliest to make your flight.

Expleo has released new research which finds that 98% of business leaders believe AI will have transformed their industry within the next three years and in response 24% have already deployed AI tools, whilst a further 72% expect to deploy AI tools in the next 12 months.

Balfour Beatty has announced that Nick Crossfield will join the Group later this year as CEO of its UK Construction Services business.

IPFL - a family-run business in Waltham Abbey, Essex - has enhanced its reputation for high standards in advanced tech design and manufacturing, following its completion of the process to join the Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register (JOSCAR).

American Airlines today announced that it has entered into a conditional purchase agreement with clean aviation innovator ZeroAvia for 100 hydrogen-electric engines intended to power regional jet aircraft with zero inflight emissions save for water vapour.

Blackpool based Avooma Airlines (UK) Limited and beregional Limited have announced their intentions to merge, following a period of constructive dialogue between both companies.

Smiths Detection today announces that it is partnering with Flughafen Zürich AG (Zurich Airport) to trial the use of the advanced HI-SCAN 6040 CTiX Model S carry-on baggage X-ray scanners and the iLane A20 ATRS smart automatic tray return system, at two security lanes in the airport.

Burnley based aerospace composites specialist Velocity Composites has been recertified for two quality management standards across all three manufacturing sites in the UK and US.

UK-based specialist in advanced unmanned system and munitions technologies, Overwatch Group and PteroDynamics Inc., an innovator in vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft systems, today announced a landmark long-term strategic relationship and the first distribution agreement to bring the pioneering dual-use autonomous Transwing ...

Juneyao Air has chosen Manchester Airport as the location for its first ever UK service, with this morning's inaugural flight signalling the start of the only service connecting an airport outside London with Shanghai.

The Aerospace Global Forum (AGF) - a platform which aims to champion change, drive immediate action and accelerate transition to a net-zero economy - is returning to Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024.

Seventy-nine percent fewer aircraft orders were placed in May 2024 than in May 2023, meaning year-to-date orders are now 14% behind the same point last year, according to the latest figures from ADS Group.

Zygo is set to showcase its range of optical component solutions at this year’s Farnborough International Airshow (FIA), taking place 22nd to 26th July.

Spirit AeroSystems today announced it has entered into a definitive merger agreement under which The Boeing Company will acquire Spirit for $37.25 per share in Boeing common stock, representing an equity value of around $4.7 billion and an enterprise value of approximately $8.3 billion (including Spirit's last reported net debt).

Airbus has entered into a binding term sheet agreement with Spirit AeroSystems in relation to a potential acquisition of major activities related to Airbus, notably the production of A350 fuselage sections in Kinston, North Carolina, US and St Nazaire, France, of the A220’s wings and mid-fuselage in Belfast, Northern Ireland and Casablanca, ...

Coventry based Aurrigo's automated technology for moving baggage and cargo around airports, has led to the company securing one of the main titles at the Made in the UK Awards finale in Liverpool last night.

Farnborough Airport has today announced the appointment of Colin Flack as the new Chair of the Farnborough Aerodrome Consultative Committee (FACC), bringing with him a wealth of industry and sectorial expertise.

The 1851 Trust, in partnership with the British Women’s and Youth Americas Cup team’s major partner UK engineering and technology companies Cobham and Ultra Electronics (Ultra), has launched a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) roadshow initiative.

Yesterday, Element Materials Technology (Element) officially opened its new, European Global Business Services (GBS) centre in Edinburgh, Scotland.

As it accelerates sustainable production of advanced materials for additive manufacturing, 6K Additive (a division of 6K) has announced it is partnering with several distributors and agents to create a network of international commercial partners covering select countries in Europe, the Middle East and Asia, including Sheffield based Broder ...

Jersey is at the forefront of a cutting-edge drone trial to examine the reliability and safety of uncrewed arial technology, with the potential for it to transform supply chain operations for the Island.

Provider of materials and product qualification testing, inspection and certification services (TIC), Element Materials Technology (Element), has today announced a significant investment in its aerospace and defence laboratory in Toulouse, France.

NP Aerospace has appointed award winning engineer Seren White as Senior Project Engineer to support new armour developments.

The latest figures published by ADS Group reveal that the aerospace, defence, security and space sectors added £38.2 billion in value to the UK economy in 2023, a growth of 50% in the last 10 years.

Aerospace innovators will showcase cutting-edge technology to healthcare and government leaders in Llanbedr next month (11th July), as part of a project to ready the Welsh NHS for drone-based services.

Lincolnshire-based graduate trainee Holly Sauntson has been praised for her dedication to supporting the next generation of talent in defence.

Heathrow has partnered with global music community Sofar Sounds, renowned for launching the careers of Billie Eilish and Leon Bridges, to curate a line-up of talent to play on new Terminal 5 stage throughout summer 2024.

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) have extended their cargo handling partnership with Singapore Airlines with the launch of new flights to London Gatwick Airport, plus three-year contract renewals in France, Belgium and the rest of the UK.

Stockport-based aerospace conglomerate, ASG Group, is making significant strides in decarbonising aerospace manufacturing.

The 2024 World Airline Awards have been announced in a gala ceremony held yesterday at the Fairmont Windsor Park, close to London Heathrow Airport, with Qatar Airways voted World’s Best Airline.

Aerospace specialist Airframe Designs is working in partnership with a leading college to ensure its manufacturing engineering programme is relevant to meet the demands of today’s challenging industry requirements.