The Advanced Materials Show

About this event

The Advanced Materials Show is an international showcase of the latest innovations in modern materials. The leading exhibition and conference will bring together materials engineers, R&D professionals, scientists and product developers involved in manufacturing and integrating advanced materials technology.

Spread over two days, 9th & 10th July 2025, The Advanced Materials Show will offer an unrivalled insight into current and future industry trends and challenges.

Agenda

Wednesday 9th July

14:40 – 15:40, Theatre 2

Panel: Next-Gen Aerospace Materials: Balancing Performance, Durability and Cost

As aerospace demands push further—higher speeds, longer ranges, and tougher environments—the materials enabling these advances must keep pace. This panel explores the cutting-edge of aerospace material innovation, focusing on the delicate balance between high performance, long-term durability, and commercial viability. Industry leaders will discuss the role of composites, alloys, and hybrid materials in shaping the next generation of air and space vehicles. From design to deployment, we’ll examine the pressures driving innovation and the realities of scaling new material technologies in a risk-averse, cost-sensitive sector.

• What are the most promising new materials redefining weight-to-strength ratios in aerospace applications?
• How can manufacturers optimise material selection without compromising performance or inflating costs?
• What role do novel composites and ceramics play in extending aircraft lifespans and reducing maintenance?
• How are supply chain constraints influencing the development and adoption of next-gen aerospace materials?

Speakers

James Rolph, Senior Technologist, Aerospace Technology Institute

Enya Collier, Product Market Manager, Aerospace, Defence & Nuclear, Lucideon

Simon Smith, Business Development Director, Brookhouse Aerospace

Danny Kamenecka, Senior Business Development Manager, Blueshift