The UK's leading advanced engineering exhibition

SDO Associates helps engineering and technology organisations enter, engage and grow in Defence & Aerospace markets.

At SEBi, our mission is to redefine the boundaries between creativity and manufacturing in the design and production landscape. We pride ourselves on being a leading design and manufacturing consultancy, seamlessly blending disruptive engineering solutions with state-of-the-art machining and production capabilities. Our commitment is to transform our client's visions into tangible realities, offering bespoke and innovative designs complemented by superior manufacturing quality. We strive to be at the forefront of technological advancements, ensuring that every project we undertake benefits from cutting-edge techniques and materials. Our goal is to deliver exceptional value, fostering long-term partnerships through our dedication to excellence, efficiency, and sustainability in every facet of our work.

Compcut a division of Sharp & Tappin Technology Ltd Compcut Saws & Routers accurately and consistently cut test ready specimens & production components from an extensive range of composite materials. Compcut machines deliver industry proven, effective machining solutions that are; intuitive easy to use, quick, safe, reliable and clean. We will be running ‘live’ demonstrations (on Stand W150) featuring both a Compcut ACS Saw and Compcut PCR Router. Feel free to visit us for a demo. A number of our attendees are bringing along their own material for test cutting on the stand so they can witness for themselves our machines’ capabilities (‘The Compcut Challenge’).

SHD Composites manufacturer high-performance tooling, component and UD prepregs with 2-3 week lead times.

SIC Marking is an international company that has developed innovative, permanent marking solutions and automated identification for the complete traceability of industrial components. With an annual turnover of over €80 Million and an annual growth of 10%, we are second to none when it comes to industrial marking equipment. For over 35 years, SIC Marking has engineered a wide range of the most robust and state of the art Dotpeen, Scribe and Laser Marking machines available on the market today. Whether Column Mounted, Integrated or completely Portable like our eMark for example, we can provide a machine that is suitable for both your application and budget. Our experienced and dedicated teams service over 15,000 happy customers in 100’s of different industries around the World. Our installed base of over 80,000 machines in the field is thanks to our 10 subsidiaries and over 45 exclusive distributors. Our Team in the UK is based in Warwick, where we have dedicated Sales and Aftersales engineers with over 30 years’ experience who would welcome a call to discuss your marking application. Please call 01926 830372 for further details or email us on salesuk@sic-marking.com

For well over 30 years, Sigmatex has been a pioneer in the design, development and manufacture of carbon fibre textiles to the composites industry. As one of the world’s leading independent converters of carbon fibre, Sigmatex supplies advanced composite materials that make a positive difference to people’s lives throughout the automotive, aerospace, marine, energy, space and sports and leisure markets. From our state-of-the-art manufacturing locations in Europe, America and Asia, we are unleashing the unlimited potential that carbon fibre has to be a technology enabler. With the widest array of conversion technologies available, coupled with an unrivalled range of carbon fibre grades, including recycled materials, our innovative, customised carbon textile solutions are truly designed for performance. Our philosophy of ‘Design for Performance’ starts by identifying a clear definition of a customer’s specific requirements. Our highly experienced team of textile designers and material engineers provides unrivalled expert support and technical advice about how to optimise the use of carbon fibre fabrics. This includes fibre selection, textile architectures, fabric processability and cost. The Sigmatex team will support your journey from concept to finished Sigmatex develops and manufactures carbon fibre textiles for composite material applications. From global locations, Sigmatex supplies spread tow, 2D woven, unidirectional, multiaxial (non-crimp), 3D and recycled textiles across a broad range of industries. Sigmatex's proven capability converts millions of pounds of carbon fibre each year for major projects that require high levels of quality and reliability. Sigmatex works with customers to create carbon fibre textiles which meet various requirements including fibre orientation, crimp, drapeability, thickness and resin permeability. These textile solutions often require an innovative approach to textile design and process which is the core strength of Sigmatex.

At Silverstone Composites we create bespoke composites mouldings for some of the world’s elite motorsport teams. As a single source solution provider with industry expertise in the design and manufacture we are constantly pushing the boundaries in composite manufacturing. our streamlined process is what enables us to consistently manufacture high quality products to meet our clients demands and deadlines.

Silverstone Park is the technology and advanced engineering campus that’s defining our futures… Building on Silverstone Park’s global reputation in the fields of technology and advanced engineering, our unique campus of innovation helps to maximise productivity for the 90+ businesses that call it home. Equipped with world-class specialist facilities, Silverstone Park offers opportunities to work alongside like-minded innovators, in a globally renowned, centrally located environment.

The Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) was founded to support advanced engineering, electronics and software businesses. We are not-for-profit, industry and technology agnostic and, through our members, we increase the value of the local economy. We foster growth, innovation and collaboration by aiding our members with 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭, 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 and 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 (see below). Since its inception in January 2017, membership has grown to over 165 companies. Showcase events like the STC Innovation and Growth Conference and hosting the VIP Lounge at the Advanced Engineering Show help to further raise the profile of the companies in the cluster. 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬: Barclays, Buckinghamshire Council, EMW, Grant Thornton, Hexagon, Silverstone Park and West Northamptonshire Council. For further information, please visit www.silverstonetechnologycluster.com or contact pim@silverstonetechnologycluster.com. JOIN US in the VIP Lounge at Advanced Engineering 2026.