North West Aerospace Alliance News

Luka Haynes: Maritime and Coastguard Agency Officer Trainee of the Year 2024
Join Emma and Daniel as they celebrate the inspiring journey of Luka Haynes, Fleetwood Nautical Campus student and 2024 Officer Trainee of the Year, whose resilience and dedication are shaping the future of the maritime industry.

Revolutionizing Aerospace Manufacturing with Vericut 9.6
Join Emma and Daniel as they explore the AI-powered features of Vericut 9.6, including Vericut Assistant and Vericut Intelligence, and discuss how these advancements are transforming aerospace manufacturing workflows.

Icam Suite V26: Smarter Automation and Deeper Integration in Aerospace Manufacturing
Discover the latest advancements in Icam Suite V26, including smarter automation, enhanced diagnostics, and seamless integration with Vericut for improved aerospace manufacturing efficiency.

Apprentice Success and Innovation in the North West Aerospace Sector
This week, we spotlight Alex Gill and Natalie O’Callaghan, two apprentices who have made waves at Burnley College, and their mentor, Neil Burrows, who was also Highly Commended. Discover how their achievements reflect the region’s growing talent in marketing, technology, and management.

New Leadership at MAPAL Group: What It Means for the Aerospace Industry
René Güntner's appointment as CFO at MAPAL Group brings new strategic direction and potential impacts on the aerospace supply chain.

North West Aerospace Alliance Recognized for Engineering Excellence
The B&FC Advanced Engineering Team is shortlisted for a prestigious UK award, competing against top universities.

MAPAL Group Acquires X-Pro S.r.l. in Strategic Aerospace Expansion
Discover how the MAPAL Group is expanding its aerospace capabilities through the acquisition of X-Pro S.r.l., an Italian turnkey project specialist.

Virgin Atlantic's 100% Sustainable Flight: A New Era in Aerospace
Virgin Atlantic's historic 100% sustainable flight from London to New York using Rolls-Royce engines marks a major milestone in decarbonizing aviation.

From Fashion to Aerospace: The Power of Clarity in Operational Transformation
How a global fashion brand's fulfillment strategy offers valuable lessons for aerospace logistics.

Introducing Product Focus: Elevating Aerospace Product Management
Discover how Product Focus helps aerospace companies enhance product management with expert-led training, certifications, and tools.

Defence Dividend and Economic Growth in Lancashire
Discover how BAE Systems' investment is boosting Lancashire's economy and creating thousands of jobs.

Forepoint: Shaping Communications in Aerospace and Defence
Discover how Forepoint, a North West agency, helps aerospace and defence companies with creative design and communications.