Silicone Engineering recently attended the North West Aerospace Alliance (NWAA) Annual Conference 2026, held at the Concorde Conference Centre in Altrincham.
Taking place on 25th February, the event brought together aerospace manufacturers, suppliers and industry leaders for a full day of insight, collaboration and networking.
Under the Wings of Concorde
Set within the iconic Concorde hangar, the conference offered a unique backdrop, literally held beneath the wings of the legendary Concorde aircraft.
This distinctive setting reflects the heritage and innovation of the aerospace sector, providing an inspiring environment for discussions around the future of advanced engineering and manufacturing.
Insights from Industry Leaders
The conference featured presentations from leading organisations across the aerospace sector, including major OEMs and supply chain innovators.
Speakers from companies such as Airbus and Rolls-Royce shared insights into future technologies, supply chain development and the evolving demands placed on manufacturers within the industry, highlighting the importance of collaboration and innovation across the aerospace ecosystem.
Strengthening Industry Connections
Attending the NWAA Annual Conference provided a valuable opportunity to connect with both new and existing contacts across the aerospace supply chain.
Events such as this continue to play a key role in fostering collaboration between manufacturers, material suppliers and OEMs, helping to drive innovation and support future growth within the sector.
Graham, Dariia and Paul (NWAA), from right to left, at the NWAA Annual Conference 2026.
Supporting Aerospace Applications
As a supplier of high-performance silicone materials, Silicone Engineering supports a wide range of aerospace and aviation applications—where reliability, temperature resistance and long-term sealing performance are critical.
Our materials are designed to perform in demanding environments, from extreme temperatures to exposure to fuels, oils and environmental conditions.
Looking Ahead
With strong engagement across the event and valuable conversations taking place throughout the day, the NWAA Annual Conference continues to be an important date in the aerospace calendar.
We look forward to building on these connections and supporting future developments within the industry.