NEWS
Atlas Composites join forces with Senior plc
Manufacturing group Senior has acquired a 100% shareholding of Atlas Composites. Atlas manufacture a diverse range of composite structures and tooling for a number of industry sectors that include aerospace – a key factor that triggered the acquisition interest of
David Beavan, CEO of Senior Aerospace BWT. “Over the past six months Atlas Composites proved themselves to be a highly responsive and technically competent supplier in supporting our engineering team with the development of composite ECU ducts for the Mitsubishi MRJ and the Bombardier CSeries programmes,” stated Beavan (pictured left). “The acquisition of Atlas Composites will enhance the structural composites capabilities within Senior Aerospace BWT and the Senior group of companies.” Speaking of the acquisition Atlas Composites’ managing
director, Shaun Moloney (right) said: “This is all about creating long-term sustainable growth for UK manufacturing. I am certain with the support of the Senior group of companies we have a fantastic opportunity to achieve our goals to grow the business, and increase our exports over a shorter period of time
than if we remained a privately owned company.”
www.atlascomposites.com
Nemco achieves AS9100 accreditation
Contract electronic manufacture and electronic manufacturing services provider, Nemco has announced it has achieved AS9100 accreditation. AS9100 was awarded following audits at its Stevenage facility. The approval strengthens its ISO 9001 accreditation and comes on the back of the SC21 award achieved in 2012. “We are very pleased that the hard work by all the team involved has resulted in securing these two prestigious accreditations,” stated managing director, Dave Pearce. “As part of our continuous improvement philosophy these awards underline our commitment to the industry sectors we serve and
seek to expand in.”
www.nemco.co.uk
The first production Airbus Military A400M new generation airlifter has made its maiden flight, marking a key milestone towards its delivery to the French Air Force. Experimental test pilot, Hugues Van Der Stichel, who captained the flight, said after landing: “The performance of the aircraft was as expected and we had a very smooth flight, confirming the great handling capabilities of the aircraft. The result of this first flight gives us full confidence for the on-time delivery to the French Air Force.”
www.airbusmilitary.com
STG announces record sales for 2012
For the third year running, STG Aerospace has announced record sales of its emergency lighting solutions. Sales were up 25% on 2011 figures thanks to a continued appetite for the company’s SafTglo photoluminescent (PL) systems and the first sale of STG’s ‘easy-install’ replacement LED lighting system to Swiss International Air Lines. Sales of SafTglo as original equipment improved thanks to strong deliveries of Boeing’s 737 model on which SafTglo is fitted as standard to the majority of aircraft. STG also began deliveries to the Sukhoi RRJ programme. Existing customers and substantial new client orders of SafTGlo products also played a part in the company’s record-breaking financial year. STG supplied its 8,000th SafTglo kit to Southwest airlines during 2012 and welcomed low fare airline, Scoot, as a new customer. STG continued to demonstrate that it is the preferred PL supplier in the aftermarket with strong global sales to operators
of all aircraft models including Airbus.
www.stgaerospace.com
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First production A400M makes maiden flight
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