• Introduction to composite materials
• Applications in ships & the marine sector
• Lessons from the aerospace & automotive sectors
• Lessons from US defence composites R&D
• The future of composites in the marine sector

The UK has an impressive global reputation for innovation and research in composite materials. The industry is characterised by high level skills and quality based manufacturing led by implementation of new technologies and advancements in the technical performance of materials.

The National Composites Network (NCN) is a unique Knowledge Transfer Network jointly funded by government and industry that embraces the entire UK Composites industry and its supply chain.

In this masterclass, Ajay Kapadia, Director of NCN, will discuss current and future applications for composites in the marine sector. He will also give an overview of the resources available through NCN to investigate materials further through to application.

AGENDA

11.45:     Registration

12.00:     Welcome & Introduction; Dr David Hewitt, Director, Marine Design Centre

                National Composites Network: Marine Sector Masterclass; Ajay Kapadia, Director, NCN

12.50:     Questions

13.00:     Networking Lunch

To reserve a place please contact us on 0191 255 1710 or email info@marinedesigncentre.com 

Places cost £20 (+ VAT) for Marine Design Centre members and £45 (+ VAT) for non-members. Space is limited so act quickly to reserve your place! 

For details on membership click here or contact us by phone or email. For a location map, click here.