Hexcel and FIDAMC Join Forces to Shape the Future of Composite Materials

FIDAMC a leading research and technology centre in composite manufacturing, and Hexcel, a global leader in composite materials production, have announced a strategic partnership to drive innovation, research, and future development of advanced composite materials.

This collaboration aims to explore new applications that will enhance the performance and sustainability of composite materials, and establish the state of the art for future advanced materials. By combining FIDAMC’s expertise in advanced manufacturing technologies with Hexcel’s industrial leadership and market reach, the partnership will accelerate the transition from research to real-world applications across multiple industries, including aerospace, automotive and other industrial markets.

Pioneering the Next Generation of Composite Materials

The partnership will focus on:

• Researching new applications: Exploring novel uses for composite materials to improve efficiency, performance, and sustainability.
• Collaborative innovation and development: Joint R&D projects will foster breakthrough advancements in material properties, manufacturing processes, and automation technologies.
• Setting the standard for the future: Establishing a roadmap for the evolution of composite materials over the next decade, defining the industry’s benchmarks and best practices.

Driving Industry Transformation

With increasing global demand for lightweight, high-performance, and sustainable materials, this partnership positions FIDAMC and Hexcel at the forefront of technological transformation. By integrating cutting-edge digitalization, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing techniques, the collaboration will enhance material performance, reduce production costs, and contribute to the sustainability goals of the industry.

“This strategic alliance will accelerate the development of next-generation composite materials and their applications in high-impact industries”, said Ernesto Gonzalez, CEO of FIDAMC. By leveraging our combined expertise, we will create disruptive innovations that set the foundation for the future of composites.

Thierry Merlot, President Aerospace Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa & Industrial of Hexcel, added: “Innovation is at the core of our business. By partnering with FIDAMC, we will not only push the limits of what composite materials can achieve but also establish a clear vision for their role in the coming decade”.

About FIDAMC
FIDAMC is a leading research and technology organization specializing in advanced manufacturing and composite materials. With a strong focus on innovation, the center collaborates with industry partners to develop cutting-edge solutions that enhance performance, efficiency, and sustainability across various sectors.

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About Hexcel
Hexcel Corporation is a global leader in advanced lightweight composites technology. We propel the future of flight and transportation, through excellence in providing innovative high-performance material solutions that are lighter, stronger and tougher, helping to create a better world for us all. Our broad and unrivaled product range includes carbon fiber, specialty reinforcements, prepregs and other fiber-reinforced matrix materials, honeycomb, resins, engineered core and composite structures for use in commercial aerospace, space and defense, and industrial applications.

Contact

Sophie Meyniel | Marketing Communications Manager Aerospace Manager, Europe, MEA, Asia Pacific and Industrial | sophie.meyniel@hexcel.com