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Polen auf dem Sprung – Wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit mit Deutschland im Fokus
Ich hatte die große Freude, beim JEC Forum Central Europe 2025 mit Tomasz Salomon, Deputy Director im polnischen Ministerium für wirtschaftliche Entwicklung und Technologie, über die Perspektiven der deutsch‑polnischen Wirtschaftsbeziehungen zu sprechen.
Hintergrund: Wenige Tage vor unserem Gespräch fand in Berlin das Polnisch‑Deutsche Wirtschaftsforum statt – eröffnet von
Katherina Reiche, Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Energie (Deutschland)
Andrzej Domański, Minister für Finanzen und Wirtschaft (Polen)
Im Fokus standen zentrale Themen: Energiekooperation, Wettbewerbsfähigkeit der Industrie, Investitionen. Mit Blick auf Energiethemen war außerdem der neue polnische Energieminister Miłosz Motyka relevant.
Was Tomasz Salomon sagt – und warum es zählt
Polen bleibt Top‑Standort für deutsche FDI – und schaut zugleich nach Westen
„Polen ist seit Jahren ein attraktives Land für deutsche Investoren … und wir rechnen mit weiterem Wachstum. Gleichzeitig sehen polnische Unternehmen Deutschland als Sprungbrett für den westeuropäischen Markt.“
Diese Beidseitigkeit ist der Hebel: Deutsche Unternehmen profitieren von Polens Tempo und industrieller Tiefe; polnische Firmen nutzen Deutschland als Tor in EU‑Märkte.
Wettbewerbsfähigkeit Europas als gemeinsame Aufgabe
„Europa muss konkurrenzfähig sein … und mindestens in einigen Industrien Top‑Niveau halten.“
Appell für Joint Ventures, Co‑Investments und Skalierung in Zukunftsfeldern (Energie, Materialien, Mobilität, digitale Produktion).
Sicherheit & Resilienz: Energie, Verteidigung, Medikamente
„Nicht nur Verteidigungsindustrie, sondern auch Energiefragen und der Zugang zu kritischen Medikamenten sind lebenswichtig.“
Versorgungssicherheit wird zum Wirtschaftsthema Nr. 1. Wer Material‑ & Energieeffizienz verbindet, Lieferketten diversifiziert und Dual‑Use‑Innovationen beherrscht, gewinnt.
Ich freue mich über diese klare, partnerschaftliche Botschaft – und darüber, wie stark Polen performt.
Das vollständige Interview jetzt hier und in Kürze auch auf den Composites Lounge YouTube und Podcast Kanälen Deiner Wahl.
Wo seht ihr die schnellsten „Quick Wins“ in der D‑PL‑Zusammenarbeit – Energie, Mobilität, Defense, Gesundheit, Digitale Fertigung?
Besucht den Polish Pavilion auf der JEC World 2026 in Hall 5, Booth 5G142 – Andrzej Czulak vom Polish Cluster of Composite Technologies / Polski Klaster Technologii Kompozytowych und auch ich bin vor Ort und vernetze gern!
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/d-HXnB3Zp6w
Ich hatte die große Freude, beim JEC Forum Central Europe 2025 mit Tomasz Salomon, Deputy Director im polnischen Ministerium für wirtschaftliche Entwicklung und Technologie, über die Perspektiven der deutsch‑polnischen Wirtschaftsbeziehungen zu sprechen.
Hintergrund: Wenige Tage vor unserem Gespräch fand in Berlin das Polnisch‑Deutsche Wirtschaftsforum statt – eröffnet von
Katherina Reiche, Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Energie (Deutschland)
Andrzej Domański, Minister für Finanzen und Wirtschaft (Polen)
Im Fokus standen zentrale Themen: Energiekooperation, Wettbewerbsfähigkeit der Industrie, Investitionen. Mit Blick auf Energiethemen war außerdem der neue polnische Energieminister Miłosz Motyka relevant.
Was Tomasz Salomon sagt – und warum es zählt
Polen bleibt Top‑Standort für deutsche FDI – und schaut zugleich nach Westen
„Polen ist seit Jahren ein attraktives Land für deutsche Investoren … und wir rechnen mit weiterem Wachstum. Gleichzeitig sehen polnische Unternehmen Deutschland als Sprungbrett für den westeuropäischen Markt.“
Diese Beidseitigkeit ist der Hebel: Deutsche Unternehmen profitieren von Polens Tempo und industrieller Tiefe; polnische Firmen nutzen Deutschland als Tor in EU‑Märkte.
Wettbewerbsfähigkeit Europas als gemeinsame Aufgabe
„Europa muss konkurrenzfähig sein … und mindestens in einigen Industrien Top‑Niveau halten.“
Appell für Joint Ventures, Co‑Investments und Skalierung in Zukunftsfeldern (Energie, Materialien, Mobilität, digitale Produktion).
Sicherheit & Resilienz: Energie, Verteidigung, Medikamente
„Nicht nur Verteidigungsindustrie, sondern auch Energiefragen und der Zugang zu kritischen Medikamenten sind lebenswichtig.“
Versorgungssicherheit wird zum Wirtschaftsthema Nr. 1. Wer Material‑ & Energieeffizienz verbindet, Lieferketten diversifiziert und Dual‑Use‑Innovationen beherrscht, gewinnt.
Ich freue mich über diese klare, partnerschaftliche Botschaft – und darüber, wie stark Polen performt.
Das vollständige Interview jetzt hier und in Kürze auch auf den Composites Lounge YouTube und Podcast Kanälen Deiner Wahl.
Wo seht ihr die schnellsten „Quick Wins“ in der D‑PL‑Zusammenarbeit – Energie, Mobilität, Defense, Gesundheit, Digitale Fertigung?
Besucht den Polish Pavilion auf der JEC World 2026 in Hall 5, Booth 5G142 – Andrzej Czulak vom Polish Cluster of Composite Technologies / Polski Klaster Technologii Kompozytowych und auch ich bin vor Ort und vernetze gern!
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/d-HXnB3Zp6w
#200 Der polnische Composites-Markt spielt eine Schlüsselrolle in Europa – und die Reise geht weiter
11 Minuten
Polen zeigt Stärke! Auf dem JEC Forum Central Europe 2025 wurde klar: Der polnische Composites-Markt spielt eine Schlüsselrolle in Europa – und die Reise geht weiter.
In meinem Interview mit Andrzej Czulak, Präsident des polnischen Clusters für Composites Technologies, sprachen wir über die Highlights der letzten Tage:
Zielgerichtete Businessmeetings – direkte Kontakte statt zielloser Besuche.
Deutsch-polnische Kooperationen – von Green Deal bis Hightech-Lösungen.
Positionierung des polnischen Marktes – stark, innovativ und wachsend.
Andrzej gab auch einen Ausblick:
JEC World 2026 in Paris – der polnische Cluster präsentiert sich international.
Kompozyt Expo + Drone Security Show in Krakau – Synergien zwischen Composites und Defense/Drohnen-Technologien.
Die Botschaft ist klar: Polen ist bereit für die Zukunft der Verbundwerkstoffe.
Besuche den Polnischen Pavillon auf der JEC World 2026 in Paris!
Stand: Hall 5, Booth 5G142
Lerne die führenden Köpfe und Innovationen kennen, die Europas Composites-Landschaft prägen.
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/BDvSjHpxzdQ
In meinem Interview mit Andrzej Czulak, Präsident des polnischen Clusters für Composites Technologies, sprachen wir über die Highlights der letzten Tage:
Zielgerichtete Businessmeetings – direkte Kontakte statt zielloser Besuche.
Deutsch-polnische Kooperationen – von Green Deal bis Hightech-Lösungen.
Positionierung des polnischen Marktes – stark, innovativ und wachsend.
Andrzej gab auch einen Ausblick:
JEC World 2026 in Paris – der polnische Cluster präsentiert sich international.
Kompozyt Expo + Drone Security Show in Krakau – Synergien zwischen Composites und Defense/Drohnen-Technologien.
Die Botschaft ist klar: Polen ist bereit für die Zukunft der Verbundwerkstoffe.
Besuche den Polnischen Pavillon auf der JEC World 2026 in Paris!
Stand: Hall 5, Booth 5G142
Lerne die führenden Köpfe und Innovationen kennen, die Europas Composites-Landschaft prägen.
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/BDvSjHpxzdQ
31 Minuten
This LinkedIn Live-on-Tape Event is primarily an audio Podcast and about: “Natural Fibers, Bio-Based Resins & Circularity – The Future of Marine Composites”
What happens when the marine industry meets sustainability head-on?
This exclusive LinkedIn Live-on-Tape brings together visionary leaders shaping the next era of composites—from natural fibers to bio-based resins and circular design strategies. If you care about innovation, performance, and reducing CO₂ footprints, this is the conversation you cannot afford to miss.
Meet the Panelists:
* Host: Eric Pierrejean – CEO, JEC Group
Driving global composite innovation and sustainability initiatives, including JEC World’s Circularity Village.
* Paolo Dassi – Bcomp Ltd
Pioneering natural fiber solutions for marine and automotive sectors, blending aesthetics with performance.
* Marcus Kremers – Eve Reverse
Revolutionizing production chains with discrete-length natural fibers and bio-based resins for maximum efficiency.
* Philip Aikenhead – Head of Sales EMEA, Gurit
Championing bio-based epoxy systems and LCA-driven sustainability in marine composites.
* Nicolas FORDOS – Airbus
Leading the charge in repurposing aerospace-grade carbon fiber for marine applications—turning waste into high-value innovation.
Brought to you by Composites Lounge and Ilkay Özkisaoglu – Co-Founder, Composites Lounge
Known for igniting conversations that matter across Europe’s composites and sustainable materials industry.
Why should you join?
Because the stakes are high. From IMO fire standards to end-of-life strategies, from local sourcing of flax and hemp to repurposing Airbus A380 prepregs into racing yachts, this panel uncovers the breakthroughs that will define the marine industry’s sustainable future.
You’ll hear real-world case studies, market insights, and bold predictions—straight from the experts driving change. Plus, discover why JEC World 2026 in Paris will be the epicenter of circularity and innovation.
Don’t just read about the future—be part of it.
Join this LinkedIn Live and position yourself at the forefront of marine sustainability. Seats are virtual, but the impact is real.
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/RhBaqQDG1Tk
What happens when the marine industry meets sustainability head-on?
This exclusive LinkedIn Live-on-Tape brings together visionary leaders shaping the next era of composites—from natural fibers to bio-based resins and circular design strategies. If you care about innovation, performance, and reducing CO₂ footprints, this is the conversation you cannot afford to miss.
Meet the Panelists:
* Host: Eric Pierrejean – CEO, JEC Group
Driving global composite innovation and sustainability initiatives, including JEC World’s Circularity Village.
* Paolo Dassi – Bcomp Ltd
Pioneering natural fiber solutions for marine and automotive sectors, blending aesthetics with performance.
* Marcus Kremers – Eve Reverse
Revolutionizing production chains with discrete-length natural fibers and bio-based resins for maximum efficiency.
* Philip Aikenhead – Head of Sales EMEA, Gurit
Championing bio-based epoxy systems and LCA-driven sustainability in marine composites.
* Nicolas FORDOS – Airbus
Leading the charge in repurposing aerospace-grade carbon fiber for marine applications—turning waste into high-value innovation.
Brought to you by Composites Lounge and Ilkay Özkisaoglu – Co-Founder, Composites Lounge
Known for igniting conversations that matter across Europe’s composites and sustainable materials industry.
Why should you join?
Because the stakes are high. From IMO fire standards to end-of-life strategies, from local sourcing of flax and hemp to repurposing Airbus A380 prepregs into racing yachts, this panel uncovers the breakthroughs that will define the marine industry’s sustainable future.
You’ll hear real-world case studies, market insights, and bold predictions—straight from the experts driving change. Plus, discover why JEC World 2026 in Paris will be the epicenter of circularity and innovation.
Don’t just read about the future—be part of it.
Join this LinkedIn Live and position yourself at the forefront of marine sustainability. Seats are virtual, but the impact is real.
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/RhBaqQDG1Tk
33 Minuten
What does true circularity in composites look like? How do we move from ambition to implementation? This exclusive LinkedIn Live-on-Tape session, hosted by Alexander Guillet (JEC), brings together a powerhouse panel of innovators and industry leaders who are shaping the future of sustainable composites.
Meet the Panelists:
* Marina Palumbo Cardella – European Boating Industry (EBI): Advocating for a greener marine sector and driving the roadmap for end-of-life boats.
* Raphael Pleynet – EUCIA: The architect behind the European Circular Composites Alliance (ECCA), uniting 170+ members to accelerate circularity.
* Guillaume Perben – Composite Recycling: Scaling up technologies to recover glass and carbon fibers and close the loop.
* Fabio Bignolini – nlcomp by Northern Light: Pioneering thermoplastic composites for next-gen sailing boats.
* Norbert Sedlacek – Innovation Yachts: A legend in ocean racing, now leading the charge for fully recyclable yacht design.
Europe is on the brink of a paradigm shift. With the Circular Economy Act expected in 2026, the pressure is on to rethink design, production, and end-of-life strategies for composites. From marine to wind energy, from startups to global OEMs, the message is clear: sustainability is no longer optional—it’s the new competitive edge.
What You’ll Learn:
* How regulatory frameworks like the Circular Economy Act will reshape the industry.
* Why collaboration across the entire value chain is critical.
* Real-world examples of recycling technologies and thermoplastic innovations.
* How alliances like ECCA are creating momentum for systemic change.
This isn’t just another panel—it’s a front-row seat to the future of composites. Hear candid insights, bold visions, and practical steps from those who are making it happen. If you care about sustainability, innovation, and the business opportunities they unlock, you can’t afford to miss this.
* Join us at JEC World 2026 in Paris and visit the Circularity Village to see these innovations up close.
* Sign the ECCA Declaration at and become part of Europe’s most dynamic circularity movement.
* Press “Participate” now to secure your spot for this livestream and be part of the conversation that will define the next decade of composites.
The race toward circularity has started. Will you be in the lead—or left behind?
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/9PCea1YdT5Y
Meet the Panelists:
* Marina Palumbo Cardella – European Boating Industry (EBI): Advocating for a greener marine sector and driving the roadmap for end-of-life boats.
* Raphael Pleynet – EUCIA: The architect behind the European Circular Composites Alliance (ECCA), uniting 170+ members to accelerate circularity.
* Guillaume Perben – Composite Recycling: Scaling up technologies to recover glass and carbon fibers and close the loop.
* Fabio Bignolini – nlcomp by Northern Light: Pioneering thermoplastic composites for next-gen sailing boats.
* Norbert Sedlacek – Innovation Yachts: A legend in ocean racing, now leading the charge for fully recyclable yacht design.
Europe is on the brink of a paradigm shift. With the Circular Economy Act expected in 2026, the pressure is on to rethink design, production, and end-of-life strategies for composites. From marine to wind energy, from startups to global OEMs, the message is clear: sustainability is no longer optional—it’s the new competitive edge.
What You’ll Learn:
* How regulatory frameworks like the Circular Economy Act will reshape the industry.
* Why collaboration across the entire value chain is critical.
* Real-world examples of recycling technologies and thermoplastic innovations.
* How alliances like ECCA are creating momentum for systemic change.
This isn’t just another panel—it’s a front-row seat to the future of composites. Hear candid insights, bold visions, and practical steps from those who are making it happen. If you care about sustainability, innovation, and the business opportunities they unlock, you can’t afford to miss this.
* Join us at JEC World 2026 in Paris and visit the Circularity Village to see these innovations up close.
* Sign the ECCA Declaration at and become part of Europe’s most dynamic circularity movement.
* Press “Participate” now to secure your spot for this livestream and be part of the conversation that will define the next decade of composites.
The race toward circularity has started. Will you be in the lead—or left behind?
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/9PCea1YdT5Y
12 Minuten
In a follow‑up to Composites Lounge’s short conversation with Jacek Kasz—who previewed KOMPOZYT-EXPO 2026 in Kraków alongside a parallel DRONE SECURITY EXPO (DSE) 2026—Piotr Placha, Export Support Department expert at the Polish Investment and Trade Agency (PAIH), offers a sober, business‑focused view on dual‑use technologies and why they are increasingly central to European industry.
His perspective: dual‑use is not a niche—it’s a reality shaping markets and regulations.
What is dual‑use?
Placha defines it simply: any technology serving both civilian and defense purposes. Think industrial drones—monitoring crops one day, securing borders the next. Or counter‑drone systems, where composites enable lightweight, high‑strength airframes for BVLOS missions. Even everyday products—ready‑to‑eat meals, cut‑resistant uniforms—can cross into dual‑use territory.
Why is this delicate?
Dual‑use spans regulated and non‑regulated categories. Export controls apply to some cybersecurity tools or defense‑grade equipment, but many items remain commercially open. For SMEs, the nuance lies in documentation, compliance, and understanding where civilian ends and defense begins.
The NATO shift:
Geopolitical changes have opened doors for small and medium enterprises. NATO now actively seeks innovative solutions from startups and SMEs, maintaining one of the largest databases of suppliers. For composites players, this means opportunity—if you can prove performance and interoperability.
Why composites matter here:
Lightweight structures, advanced resins, and additive manufacturing are critical for drones, trailers, and protective gear. The intersection of materials engineering and security tech will be front and center at Kraków’s October 2026 events:
KOMPOZYT‑EXPO (7–8 Oct 2026) – Poland’s flagship composites fair.
Drone Security EXPO (7–8 Oct 2026) – BVLOS demos, counter‑UAS simulations, and expert panels.
And before Kraków, the global stage:
Poland debuts its first national Pavilion at JEC World 2026, Paris, 10–12 March. Meet the Polish ecosystem at Hall 5, Booth 5G142. If you’re working at the intersection of composites, UAS, and dual‑use, this is your chance to connect.
***
Already covered in this series
Anna Boczkowska
Mirko Filler
Dr. Andreas Freund
Piotr Placha
still to be released
Tomasz Salomon
Andrzej Czulak
and many more from the Fall/Winter 2025/2026
#Composites360OnTour
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/VufqmdhldIA
His perspective: dual‑use is not a niche—it’s a reality shaping markets and regulations.
What is dual‑use?
Placha defines it simply: any technology serving both civilian and defense purposes. Think industrial drones—monitoring crops one day, securing borders the next. Or counter‑drone systems, where composites enable lightweight, high‑strength airframes for BVLOS missions. Even everyday products—ready‑to‑eat meals, cut‑resistant uniforms—can cross into dual‑use territory.
Why is this delicate?
Dual‑use spans regulated and non‑regulated categories. Export controls apply to some cybersecurity tools or defense‑grade equipment, but many items remain commercially open. For SMEs, the nuance lies in documentation, compliance, and understanding where civilian ends and defense begins.
The NATO shift:
Geopolitical changes have opened doors for small and medium enterprises. NATO now actively seeks innovative solutions from startups and SMEs, maintaining one of the largest databases of suppliers. For composites players, this means opportunity—if you can prove performance and interoperability.
Why composites matter here:
Lightweight structures, advanced resins, and additive manufacturing are critical for drones, trailers, and protective gear. The intersection of materials engineering and security tech will be front and center at Kraków’s October 2026 events:
KOMPOZYT‑EXPO (7–8 Oct 2026) – Poland’s flagship composites fair.
Drone Security EXPO (7–8 Oct 2026) – BVLOS demos, counter‑UAS simulations, and expert panels.
And before Kraków, the global stage:
Poland debuts its first national Pavilion at JEC World 2026, Paris, 10–12 March. Meet the Polish ecosystem at Hall 5, Booth 5G142. If you’re working at the intersection of composites, UAS, and dual‑use, this is your chance to connect.
***
Already covered in this series
Anna Boczkowska
Mirko Filler
Dr. Andreas Freund
Piotr Placha
still to be released
Tomasz Salomon
Andrzej Czulak
and many more from the Fall/Winter 2025/2026
#Composites360OnTour
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/VufqmdhldIA
5 Minuten
We’re keeping the spotlight on Central Europe’s composites community. In a short on‑site conversation at JEC Forum Central Europe in Kraków, Jacek Kasz—who leads the Center for Technology Transfer at Politechnika Krakowska (Cracow University of Technology)—points to a compelling 2026 horizon: the KOMPOZYT-EXPO will return to EXPO Kraków on 7–8 October 2026, and a Drone Security EXPO will run in parallel, showcasing live BVLOS flights and counter‑UAS demonstrations.
What stands out in Jacek’s remarks is the research depth behind Kraków’s ecosystem—and the people driving it:
• Prof. Joanna Ortyl (CUT) brings world‑class photochemistry to 3D printing and photopolymerization, bridging lab innovation with industry via photoinitiator spinoffs.
• Prof. Agnieszka Sobczak‑Kupiec (PK) connects materials engineering with regenerative medicine, leading multi‑partner projects like BiLaTex on laser‑textured Ti/HAp implants.
• Prof. Bozena Tyliszczak (PK) advances biomaterials and drug‑delivery systems, with a prolific portfolio and broad international collaborations.
• Prof. Krzysztof Pielichowski (CUT) is a reference in polymer thermal analysis, phase‑change materials, and nanocomposites, shaping both academic and industrial practice.
• KOMPOZYT‑EXPO (7–8 Oct 2026) remains the region’s largest composites platform—materials, processes, applications—serving buyers and suppliers across mobility, energy and construction. Read More: kompozyt-expo.pl
• DRONE SECURITY EXPO (7–8 Oct 2026) adds an engineering‑heavy layer:
BVLOS trials, neutralization simulations, and expert dialogues with regulators, military, police, and industry—relevant for dual‑use composite structures and UAS airframes, too. Read more: dronesecurityexpo.pl
And before that, in March—get ready for the world stage:
Poland will debut its very own national Pavilion at JEC World 2026, which takes place in Paris from 10–12 March 2026. This marks a major milestone for Polish composites, and you can meet them at Booth 5G142 (Hall 5)
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/NBIF02BzV3U
What stands out in Jacek’s remarks is the research depth behind Kraków’s ecosystem—and the people driving it:
• Prof. Joanna Ortyl (CUT) brings world‑class photochemistry to 3D printing and photopolymerization, bridging lab innovation with industry via photoinitiator spinoffs.
• Prof. Agnieszka Sobczak‑Kupiec (PK) connects materials engineering with regenerative medicine, leading multi‑partner projects like BiLaTex on laser‑textured Ti/HAp implants.
• Prof. Bozena Tyliszczak (PK) advances biomaterials and drug‑delivery systems, with a prolific portfolio and broad international collaborations.
• Prof. Krzysztof Pielichowski (CUT) is a reference in polymer thermal analysis, phase‑change materials, and nanocomposites, shaping both academic and industrial practice.
• KOMPOZYT‑EXPO (7–8 Oct 2026) remains the region’s largest composites platform—materials, processes, applications—serving buyers and suppliers across mobility, energy and construction. Read More: kompozyt-expo.pl
• DRONE SECURITY EXPO (7–8 Oct 2026) adds an engineering‑heavy layer:
BVLOS trials, neutralization simulations, and expert dialogues with regulators, military, police, and industry—relevant for dual‑use composite structures and UAS airframes, too. Read more: dronesecurityexpo.pl
And before that, in March—get ready for the world stage:
Poland will debut its very own national Pavilion at JEC World 2026, which takes place in Paris from 10–12 March 2026. This marks a major milestone for Polish composites, and you can meet them at Booth 5G142 (Hall 5)
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/NBIF02BzV3U
12 Minuten
Poland’s Composite Revolution: From Research Labs to JEC World 2026
Why is Poland making headlines in composites?
At the first-ever JEC Forum Central Europe 2025 in Krakow, Composites Lounge spoke with Prof. Anna Boczkowska from the Warsaw University of Technology, a pioneer in materials science and engineering. Her insights reveal why Poland is becoming a strategic hub for advanced composites.
Engineering Highlights from Warsaw University of Technology:
Natural Fiber Integration: Basalt and hemp fibers are being engineered for wind turbine blades, reducing environmental impact while maintaining structural integrity.
Surface Engineering for Longevity: Advanced coatings deliver ice-phobic and low-wettability properties, critical for aerospace and energy applications.
Recycling Innovation: Modified recycled carbon fibers are achieving near-virgin performance, enabling circularity in high-performance composites.
Bio-Composites Future: Combining bio-resins with natural fibers to create fully sustainable composite systems for automotive, transportation, and construction sectors.
Natural fibers not only reduce weight and cost—they actively absorb CO₂ during growth, offering a negative carbon footprint. Many originate from agricultural waste, turning by-products into high-value engineering materials.
Poland is stepping onto the global stage as a first-time exhibitor at JEC World 2026!
Visit the Polish Pavilion at Hall 5, Stand 5G142 to explore cutting-edge research and industrial applications driving sustainable composites forward.
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/cX9zszbutSo
Why is Poland making headlines in composites?
At the first-ever JEC Forum Central Europe 2025 in Krakow, Composites Lounge spoke with Prof. Anna Boczkowska from the Warsaw University of Technology, a pioneer in materials science and engineering. Her insights reveal why Poland is becoming a strategic hub for advanced composites.
Engineering Highlights from Warsaw University of Technology:
Natural Fiber Integration: Basalt and hemp fibers are being engineered for wind turbine blades, reducing environmental impact while maintaining structural integrity.
Surface Engineering for Longevity: Advanced coatings deliver ice-phobic and low-wettability properties, critical for aerospace and energy applications.
Recycling Innovation: Modified recycled carbon fibers are achieving near-virgin performance, enabling circularity in high-performance composites.
Bio-Composites Future: Combining bio-resins with natural fibers to create fully sustainable composite systems for automotive, transportation, and construction sectors.
Natural fibers not only reduce weight and cost—they actively absorb CO₂ during growth, offering a negative carbon footprint. Many originate from agricultural waste, turning by-products into high-value engineering materials.
Poland is stepping onto the global stage as a first-time exhibitor at JEC World 2026!
Visit the Polish Pavilion at Hall 5, Stand 5G142 to explore cutting-edge research and industrial applications driving sustainable composites forward.
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/cX9zszbutSo
57 Minuten
Where Insight Meets Industry
The International Composites Summit Conference Forum is the intellectual heart of the summit, designed to address the most critical challenges and opportunities facing the composites industry today.
This dedicated conference programme run across both days of ICS 2025 and delivered a rich mix of strategic presentations, panel debates, and expert insights spanning sectors and technologies.
This year’s event featured a powerful line-up of global industry leaders, including Vice Presidents of Strategy, Marketing and R&D, Technical Editors of Media Outlets and Lead Material Engineers from international industry and construction.
Composites Lounge was invited to contribute with a special panel on automation titled: "Are we automating people out of composites?"
The title promised lively interaction and it was nothing short of it in the end. Watch the panel as a LinkedIn Live on Monday, 5 January 2026 at 10am CET (9am BST/UTC).
Composites Lounge
CREATING
SUSTAINABLE
VALUE
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/SsK-vEiQuR4
The International Composites Summit Conference Forum is the intellectual heart of the summit, designed to address the most critical challenges and opportunities facing the composites industry today.
This dedicated conference programme run across both days of ICS 2025 and delivered a rich mix of strategic presentations, panel debates, and expert insights spanning sectors and technologies.
This year’s event featured a powerful line-up of global industry leaders, including Vice Presidents of Strategy, Marketing and R&D, Technical Editors of Media Outlets and Lead Material Engineers from international industry and construction.
Composites Lounge was invited to contribute with a special panel on automation titled: "Are we automating people out of composites?"
The title promised lively interaction and it was nothing short of it in the end. Watch the panel as a LinkedIn Live on Monday, 5 January 2026 at 10am CET (9am BST/UTC).
Composites Lounge
CREATING
SUSTAINABLE
VALUE
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/SsK-vEiQuR4
15 Minuten
What an absolute belter of an event at the International Composites Summit 2025 in Wembley!
Two days packed with innovation, networking, and big ideas that will shape the composites industry for years to come.
The vibes? Electric.
The venue at The Drum Wembley was spot-on – modern, accessible, and perfect for creating a hub of collaboration. We had OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, SMEs, academics, and global thought leaders all under one roof. And yes, the pub night at the White Horse was the cherry on top – because great conversations often start over a pint, don’t they?
Speakers & Highlights:
Marcy Offner announced that Women in Composites is now a fully accredited association – a huge milestone for diversity and inclusion in our industry.
Chris Skinner (Owens Corning) delivered a powerful keynote on sustainability, reminding us that burying wind blades isn’t a solution – it’s just hiding the problem.
Ginger Gardiner from CompositesWorld and Magid from Neom brought global perspectives that sparked fresh thinking.
And yes, my own panel – “Are We Automating People Out of Their Composite Jobs?” – was a lively, slightly provocative discussion that got people talking. The full session is now available on LinkedIn Live (on tape) – check the link in the comments.
Looking Ahead – JEC World 2026
Gemma Hardy and her brilliant team at The Fluency Business Group are taking things up a notch with the Innovation Hub Pavilion at JEC World in Paris (March 2026). This is your chance to showcase your innovations at the world’s biggest composites marketplace – without the usual headaches of exhibiting.
Here’s what you get:
Affordable entry (starting at €3,750 – yes, really!)
Full support: pod design, PR, social media, and on-site assistance
Freedom to explore the show while your presence is managed professionally
My recommendation: If you want global exposure and meaningful connections, have a chinwag with Gemma and her crew at JEC World 2026. They’ll sort you out and make sure you shine.
Massive thanks to all speakers, visitors, and the organizing team for making ICS 2025 such a cracking success. The energy was contagious, the networking top-notch, and the ideas game-changing.
(For my international friends: “cracking,” “chinwag,” and “belter” are bits of British slang – just my way of adding a sprinkle of UK flavor to this global conversation!)
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/hnMvH76vl_Y?si=LPbcKVACwzMEtspn
Two days packed with innovation, networking, and big ideas that will shape the composites industry for years to come.
The vibes? Electric.
The venue at The Drum Wembley was spot-on – modern, accessible, and perfect for creating a hub of collaboration. We had OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, SMEs, academics, and global thought leaders all under one roof. And yes, the pub night at the White Horse was the cherry on top – because great conversations often start over a pint, don’t they?
Speakers & Highlights:
Marcy Offner announced that Women in Composites is now a fully accredited association – a huge milestone for diversity and inclusion in our industry.
Chris Skinner (Owens Corning) delivered a powerful keynote on sustainability, reminding us that burying wind blades isn’t a solution – it’s just hiding the problem.
Ginger Gardiner from CompositesWorld and Magid from Neom brought global perspectives that sparked fresh thinking.
And yes, my own panel – “Are We Automating People Out of Their Composite Jobs?” – was a lively, slightly provocative discussion that got people talking. The full session is now available on LinkedIn Live (on tape) – check the link in the comments.
Looking Ahead – JEC World 2026
Gemma Hardy and her brilliant team at The Fluency Business Group are taking things up a notch with the Innovation Hub Pavilion at JEC World in Paris (March 2026). This is your chance to showcase your innovations at the world’s biggest composites marketplace – without the usual headaches of exhibiting.
Here’s what you get:
Affordable entry (starting at €3,750 – yes, really!)
Full support: pod design, PR, social media, and on-site assistance
Freedom to explore the show while your presence is managed professionally
My recommendation: If you want global exposure and meaningful connections, have a chinwag with Gemma and her crew at JEC World 2026. They’ll sort you out and make sure you shine.
Massive thanks to all speakers, visitors, and the organizing team for making ICS 2025 such a cracking success. The energy was contagious, the networking top-notch, and the ideas game-changing.
(For my international friends: “cracking,” “chinwag,” and “belter” are bits of British slang – just my way of adding a sprinkle of UK flavor to this global conversation!)
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/hnMvH76vl_Y?si=LPbcKVACwzMEtspn
1 Stunde 23 Minuten
Big News for the Composites Industry!
Join the European Circular Composites Alliance (ECCA) today during our Composites Lounge LinkedIn Live and secure your invitation to the first-ever General Assembly in Brussels on 4 December 2025!
12 November 2025
11:00–12:00 CET | 10:00–11:00 BST
Live on LinkedIn
The European Circular Composites Alliance (ECCA), launched by The European Composites Industry Association; EuCIA, is leading the charge toward circularity in composites. With 165+ organisations already on board, this is your chance to learn how ECCA is shaping the future of sustainable composites—and how YOU can be part of it.
Meet Our Expert Panel
We’re going live with industry leaders and ECCA Working Group Chairs and Vice Chairs:
Helen Boston (Stubbs)
Julia Minici
Roberto Frassine
Lorenzo Grazia
Alberto Piccinotti
RAPHAEL PLEYNET
David Tilbrook
Jaap Van Der Woude
They’ll share insider perspectives on:
Why joining ECCA matters for your business
Roadmaps for circularity and priority actions
How ECCA influences EU policy and accelerates the green transition
Pro Tip: Join ECCA before 18 November 2025 to secure your spot at the General Assembly in Brussels!
RSVP now and be part of Europe’s sustainable future.
https://eucia.eu/ecca/
YouTube Episode: https://youtube.com/live/O-M_tmx7rF0?feature=share
Join the European Circular Composites Alliance (ECCA) today during our Composites Lounge LinkedIn Live and secure your invitation to the first-ever General Assembly in Brussels on 4 December 2025!
12 November 2025
11:00–12:00 CET | 10:00–11:00 BST
Live on LinkedIn
The European Circular Composites Alliance (ECCA), launched by The European Composites Industry Association; EuCIA, is leading the charge toward circularity in composites. With 165+ organisations already on board, this is your chance to learn how ECCA is shaping the future of sustainable composites—and how YOU can be part of it.
Meet Our Expert Panel
We’re going live with industry leaders and ECCA Working Group Chairs and Vice Chairs:
Helen Boston (Stubbs)
Julia Minici
Roberto Frassine
Lorenzo Grazia
Alberto Piccinotti
RAPHAEL PLEYNET
David Tilbrook
Jaap Van Der Woude
They’ll share insider perspectives on:
Why joining ECCA matters for your business
Roadmaps for circularity and priority actions
How ECCA influences EU policy and accelerates the green transition
Pro Tip: Join ECCA before 18 November 2025 to secure your spot at the General Assembly in Brussels!
RSVP now and be part of Europe’s sustainable future.
https://eucia.eu/ecca/
YouTube Episode: https://youtube.com/live/O-M_tmx7rF0?feature=share
57 Minuten
ICS 2025 – The Composites Summit You Can’t Afford to Miss!
LinkedIn Live with Gemma Hardy
️ 11 November 2025 | 11:00–12:00 CET | 10:00–11:00 BST
This is not just another UK event.
It’s the International Composites Summit – and it’s happening at The Drum Wembley, just days before the festive season kicks off in London.
I’ll be going live with Gemma Hardy, Managing Director of Fluency Marketing, to give you the inside scoop on why ICS 2025 is the must-attend event for the global composites supply chain.
Expect guests, exhibitors, and sponsors from North America, Europe, and beyond.
Expect strategic networking, investor lounges, and innovation showcases.
️ And yes… expect Christmas shopping tips in London!
Fun Fact:
During the livestream, I’ll be digging deeper with Gemma on how to shop smart in London – because ICS 2025 is perfectly timed to combine brain food for your business with holiday magic for your soul.
Imagine this:
You attend ICS at Wembley, then hop on one of London’s iconic red double-decker buses and in just 32 minutes you’re on Bond Street, surrounded by world-class boutiques, festive lights, and the buzz of the season.
Pro Tip:
Bring your significant other along. While you’re networking and learning, they can explore London’s legendary shopping scene. ICS 2025 is more than a summit—it’s a smart getaway.
Don’t miss this LinkedIn Live
We’ll reveal:
-What makes ICS 2025 a global magnet for innovation
-How sponsors and exhibitors can maximize ROI
-Why Wembley is the perfect launchpad for international growth
And yes… where to shop, sip, and celebrate in London
RSVP now.
Because if you wait, you’ll be watching others post their ICS selfies from London while you scroll from home.
Let’s make this summit unforgettable.
YouTube Episode: https://youtube.com/live/fWdajvZMiPk?feature=share
LinkedIn Live with Gemma Hardy
️ 11 November 2025 | 11:00–12:00 CET | 10:00–11:00 BST
This is not just another UK event.
It’s the International Composites Summit – and it’s happening at The Drum Wembley, just days before the festive season kicks off in London.
I’ll be going live with Gemma Hardy, Managing Director of Fluency Marketing, to give you the inside scoop on why ICS 2025 is the must-attend event for the global composites supply chain.
Expect guests, exhibitors, and sponsors from North America, Europe, and beyond.
Expect strategic networking, investor lounges, and innovation showcases.
️ And yes… expect Christmas shopping tips in London!
Fun Fact:
During the livestream, I’ll be digging deeper with Gemma on how to shop smart in London – because ICS 2025 is perfectly timed to combine brain food for your business with holiday magic for your soul.
Imagine this:
You attend ICS at Wembley, then hop on one of London’s iconic red double-decker buses and in just 32 minutes you’re on Bond Street, surrounded by world-class boutiques, festive lights, and the buzz of the season.
Pro Tip:
Bring your significant other along. While you’re networking and learning, they can explore London’s legendary shopping scene. ICS 2025 is more than a summit—it’s a smart getaway.
Don’t miss this LinkedIn Live
We’ll reveal:
-What makes ICS 2025 a global magnet for innovation
-How sponsors and exhibitors can maximize ROI
-Why Wembley is the perfect launchpad for international growth
And yes… where to shop, sip, and celebrate in London
RSVP now.
Because if you wait, you’ll be watching others post their ICS selfies from London while you scroll from home.
Let’s make this summit unforgettable.
YouTube Episode: https://youtube.com/live/fWdajvZMiPk?feature=share
9 Minuten
PRF Composite Materials Showcases their vision of High-Volume Composite Manufacturing
At the recent Composites Networking Lounge and Demo Zone during Advanced Engineering 2025 at the The NEC, Birmingham, PRF demonstrated why they are at the forefront of industrial composite innovation.
The highlight?
Vincent Fawcett, Sales Director explains in this interview press moulding with ultra-fast cure cycles. PRF showcased live demonstrations of their RP570 prepreg systems achieving a 4-minute cure at 140°C—a benchmark for high-volume composite manufacturing. This rapid curing capability is not just a technical feat; it’s a game-changer for sectors like automotive, aerospace, marine, and medical, where throughput and cost-efficiency are critical.
PRF’s engineering vision revolves around:
High-volume production enabled by advanced prepreg systems.
Sustainability integration, incorporating recycled materials into resin systems.
Operational efficiency through kitting services—delivering ready-to-use kits to eliminate material handling complexity. Compliance and performance, with certifications for fire resistance in demanding applications.
This approach reduces energy consumption per part, optimizes cycle times, and supports OEMs in scaling composite adoption for structural and semi-structural components.
PRF’s commitment to the composites community extends beyond technology. As a headline sponsor of the International Composites Summit (ICS) on December 2–3, 2025 at The Drum Wembley-London, PRF continues to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange at the highest level.
Call to Action:
Meet PRF at ICS in Wembley/London and explore how their solutions can accelerate your production goals. And mark your calendars for JEC World 2026, where PRF will showcase the next evolution in composite manufacturing.
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/VsACDo3hGdc
At the recent Composites Networking Lounge and Demo Zone during Advanced Engineering 2025 at the The NEC, Birmingham, PRF demonstrated why they are at the forefront of industrial composite innovation.
The highlight?
Vincent Fawcett, Sales Director explains in this interview press moulding with ultra-fast cure cycles. PRF showcased live demonstrations of their RP570 prepreg systems achieving a 4-minute cure at 140°C—a benchmark for high-volume composite manufacturing. This rapid curing capability is not just a technical feat; it’s a game-changer for sectors like automotive, aerospace, marine, and medical, where throughput and cost-efficiency are critical.
PRF’s engineering vision revolves around:
High-volume production enabled by advanced prepreg systems.
Sustainability integration, incorporating recycled materials into resin systems.
Operational efficiency through kitting services—delivering ready-to-use kits to eliminate material handling complexity. Compliance and performance, with certifications for fire resistance in demanding applications.
This approach reduces energy consumption per part, optimizes cycle times, and supports OEMs in scaling composite adoption for structural and semi-structural components.
PRF’s commitment to the composites community extends beyond technology. As a headline sponsor of the International Composites Summit (ICS) on December 2–3, 2025 at The Drum Wembley-London, PRF continues to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange at the highest level.
Call to Action:
Meet PRF at ICS in Wembley/London and explore how their solutions can accelerate your production goals. And mark your calendars for JEC World 2026, where PRF will showcase the next evolution in composite manufacturing.
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/VsACDo3hGdc
13 Minuten
UK Composites Industry Breaks £14 Billion Barrier – Why It Matters More Than Ever
Composites UK - Trade Association unveils growth figures and a bold five-year strategy to secure the UK’s place in advanced manufacturing and clean energy.
At the Advanced Engineering Show 2025 in Birmingham, Composites Lounge had the privilege of speaking with David Bailey FRAeS Ph.D, CEO of Composites UK (CUK), about the state of the UK composites sector and the association’s forward-looking strategy.
For the first time, the UK composites industry has surpassed £14 billion in turnover, marking a 4.8% growth year-on-year. Employment figures are equally impressive, with over 52,000 high-value manufacturing jobs now supported by the sector. These numbers underscore the critical role composites play across aerospace, automotive, defense, energy, marine, and renewables—industries that are central to the UK’s economic resilience and global competitiveness.
The association’s five-year strategic plan, built on five pillars:
Policy Engagement – Strengthening ties with UK Government to secure support for composites as a foundation for clean growth. Recent initiatives include an All-Party Parliamentary Group for Materials for Clean Growth and high-level receptions at the Houses of Parliament.
Workforce Development – Addressing the skills gap through upskilling programs and attracting new talent into advanced manufacturing.
Supply Chain & Sustainability – Driving circularity and decarbonisation across the composites value chain.
Technology & Innovation – Collaborating with academia and the High Value Manufacturing Catapult to accelerate R&D and commercialization of next-generation materials.
Events & Exhibitions – Providing platforms for members to showcase innovation
The roof of this strategy: Sustainability.
CUK is committed to enabling a low-carbon future through advanced materials that reduce weight, improve durability, and support electrification and renewable energy systems.
A Business Model Built on Advocacy and Collaboration
As the UK’s leading trade association for fibre-reinforced polymer composites, Composites UK offers its 380+ members:
Government Influence – Shape policy and industrial strategy through consultations and lobbying.
Market Intelligence – Access exclusive reports, funding updates, and technical guidance.
Visibility & Networking – Pavilion stands at major shows, marketing opportunities, and industry awards.
Sustainability Resources – Tools to reduce carbon footprint and meet Net-Zero targets.
Skills & Safety – Workforce development programs and health & safety best practices.
Why It Matters
Composites are not just materials—they are enablers of the UK’s industrial strategy, clean energy transition, and global competitiveness. As Bailey emphasized, “Composites are a Strategic National Asset.” Without them, achieving Net-Zero and maintaining leadership in advanced manufacturing would be impossible.
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/DGDIQAjuJaA
Composites UK - Trade Association unveils growth figures and a bold five-year strategy to secure the UK’s place in advanced manufacturing and clean energy.
At the Advanced Engineering Show 2025 in Birmingham, Composites Lounge had the privilege of speaking with David Bailey FRAeS Ph.D, CEO of Composites UK (CUK), about the state of the UK composites sector and the association’s forward-looking strategy.
For the first time, the UK composites industry has surpassed £14 billion in turnover, marking a 4.8% growth year-on-year. Employment figures are equally impressive, with over 52,000 high-value manufacturing jobs now supported by the sector. These numbers underscore the critical role composites play across aerospace, automotive, defense, energy, marine, and renewables—industries that are central to the UK’s economic resilience and global competitiveness.
The association’s five-year strategic plan, built on five pillars:
Policy Engagement – Strengthening ties with UK Government to secure support for composites as a foundation for clean growth. Recent initiatives include an All-Party Parliamentary Group for Materials for Clean Growth and high-level receptions at the Houses of Parliament.
Workforce Development – Addressing the skills gap through upskilling programs and attracting new talent into advanced manufacturing.
Supply Chain & Sustainability – Driving circularity and decarbonisation across the composites value chain.
Technology & Innovation – Collaborating with academia and the High Value Manufacturing Catapult to accelerate R&D and commercialization of next-generation materials.
Events & Exhibitions – Providing platforms for members to showcase innovation
The roof of this strategy: Sustainability.
CUK is committed to enabling a low-carbon future through advanced materials that reduce weight, improve durability, and support electrification and renewable energy systems.
A Business Model Built on Advocacy and Collaboration
As the UK’s leading trade association for fibre-reinforced polymer composites, Composites UK offers its 380+ members:
Government Influence – Shape policy and industrial strategy through consultations and lobbying.
Market Intelligence – Access exclusive reports, funding updates, and technical guidance.
Visibility & Networking – Pavilion stands at major shows, marketing opportunities, and industry awards.
Sustainability Resources – Tools to reduce carbon footprint and meet Net-Zero targets.
Skills & Safety – Workforce development programs and health & safety best practices.
Why It Matters
Composites are not just materials—they are enablers of the UK’s industrial strategy, clean energy transition, and global competitiveness. As Bailey emphasized, “Composites are a Strategic National Asset.” Without them, achieving Net-Zero and maintaining leadership in advanced manufacturing would be impossible.
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/DGDIQAjuJaA
17 Minuten
Warum Composites-Simulationen jetzt den Durchbruch erleben – und was sie so besonders macht
Simulationen für Faserverbundwerkstoffe galten lange als komplex, teuer und schwer zugänglich. Doch das ändert sich gerade rasant – dank Pionieren wie Dr. Andreas Freund, Geschäftsführer der Realize Engineering Dresden GmbH. Im Gespräch mit Ilkay Özkisaoglu, Co-Founder der Composites Lounge, am Rande des JEC Forum Central Europe 2025 in Krakau wird deutlich: Die Branche steht an einem Wendepunkt.
„Für mich begann alles 1999 mit dem Kunze’schen Versagenskriterium“, erzählt Freund. „Damals war die Herausforderung, die verschiedenen Versagensmoden von Composites überhaupt zu verstehen – und mathematisch zu beschreiben.“
Während Metalle mit etablierten Modellen wie Mises, Tresca oder Görssen arbeiten, benötigen Faserverbunde differenzierte Ansätze:
Normalspannungsversagen, Scherbruch, Sprödbruch – je nach Belastungsrichtung und Materialaufbau.
Dass die Simulation so lange brauchte, um Mainstream zu werden, liegt laut Freund nicht an der Rechenleistung, sondern am Materialverständnis: „Bei Composites entstehen die Eigenschaften während der Fertigung. Der Herstellungsprozess muss Teil der Simulation sein – Stichwort digitaler Zwilling.“
Die Vorteile von Composites zeigen sich besonders beim Versagensverhalten:
gezielte Bruchstellen, hohe Energieaufnahme, Reparierbarkeit. Freund nennt konkrete Beispiele: „Ein Mountainbike-Lenker von Beast Components hält bis zu 5 kN – das sind 500 kg Belastung. Und durch virtuelle Tests wie EFBE oder Syntheseverfahren können wir das Verhalten exakt vorhersagen.“
Auch die Nachhaltigkeit profitiert: „Simulation hilft, nur so viel Material einzusetzen, wie nötig. Und viele Sportgeräte aus Faserverbund lassen sich hervorragend reparieren – das macht sie ökologisch wertvoll.“
Ilkay Özkisaoglu bringt es auf den Punkt: „Composites erfüllen alle drei meiner Content-Pillars: Innovation, Technologie und Nachhaltigkeit. Simulation ist der Schlüssel, um diese Potenziale skalierbar zu machen.“
Wer tiefer eintauchen will, hat diese Woche die Gelegenheit:
JEC Forum DACH 2025, am 21. und 22. Oktober in Dresden. Dort treffen Visionäre wie Andreas Freund und Ilkay Özkisaoglu auf Einkäufer, Entwickler und Entscheider. Jetzt anmelden, mitdiskutieren und die Zukunft des Leichtbaus gestalten.
#Composites360onTour
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/KqYvEtGHnE4
Simulationen für Faserverbundwerkstoffe galten lange als komplex, teuer und schwer zugänglich. Doch das ändert sich gerade rasant – dank Pionieren wie Dr. Andreas Freund, Geschäftsführer der Realize Engineering Dresden GmbH. Im Gespräch mit Ilkay Özkisaoglu, Co-Founder der Composites Lounge, am Rande des JEC Forum Central Europe 2025 in Krakau wird deutlich: Die Branche steht an einem Wendepunkt.
„Für mich begann alles 1999 mit dem Kunze’schen Versagenskriterium“, erzählt Freund. „Damals war die Herausforderung, die verschiedenen Versagensmoden von Composites überhaupt zu verstehen – und mathematisch zu beschreiben.“
Während Metalle mit etablierten Modellen wie Mises, Tresca oder Görssen arbeiten, benötigen Faserverbunde differenzierte Ansätze:
Normalspannungsversagen, Scherbruch, Sprödbruch – je nach Belastungsrichtung und Materialaufbau.
Dass die Simulation so lange brauchte, um Mainstream zu werden, liegt laut Freund nicht an der Rechenleistung, sondern am Materialverständnis: „Bei Composites entstehen die Eigenschaften während der Fertigung. Der Herstellungsprozess muss Teil der Simulation sein – Stichwort digitaler Zwilling.“
Die Vorteile von Composites zeigen sich besonders beim Versagensverhalten:
gezielte Bruchstellen, hohe Energieaufnahme, Reparierbarkeit. Freund nennt konkrete Beispiele: „Ein Mountainbike-Lenker von Beast Components hält bis zu 5 kN – das sind 500 kg Belastung. Und durch virtuelle Tests wie EFBE oder Syntheseverfahren können wir das Verhalten exakt vorhersagen.“
Auch die Nachhaltigkeit profitiert: „Simulation hilft, nur so viel Material einzusetzen, wie nötig. Und viele Sportgeräte aus Faserverbund lassen sich hervorragend reparieren – das macht sie ökologisch wertvoll.“
Ilkay Özkisaoglu bringt es auf den Punkt: „Composites erfüllen alle drei meiner Content-Pillars: Innovation, Technologie und Nachhaltigkeit. Simulation ist der Schlüssel, um diese Potenziale skalierbar zu machen.“
Wer tiefer eintauchen will, hat diese Woche die Gelegenheit:
JEC Forum DACH 2025, am 21. und 22. Oktober in Dresden. Dort treffen Visionäre wie Andreas Freund und Ilkay Özkisaoglu auf Einkäufer, Entwickler und Entscheider. Jetzt anmelden, mitdiskutieren und die Zukunft des Leichtbaus gestalten.
#Composites360onTour
YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/KqYvEtGHnE4
14 Minuten
Carbon statt Stahl: Wie Dresden mit dem CUBE die Bauindustrie revolutioniert
Dresden, Einsteinstraße 12 – ein Ort, der Geschichte schreibt. Hier steht der CUBE, das weltweit erste Gebäude, das vollständig aus Carbonbeton errichtet wurde. Was futuristisch klingt, ist Realität geworden – dank des C3 - Carbon Concrete Composite e. V., einem Innovationsnetzwerk mit über 130 Mitgliedern aus Wissenschaft und Industrie, das sich der Mission verschrieben hat, Carbonbeton als Schlüsseltechnologie im Bauwesen zu etablieren.
Im Interview mit Dr.-Ing. Frank Schladitz, Sprecher des C³-Verbandes und Forschungsgruppenleiter am Institut für Massivbau der Technische Universität Dresden, wird deutlich: Carbonbeton ist mehr als ein Material – es ist ein Paradigmenwechsel.
Was macht Carbonbeton so besonders?
Nichtmetallische Bewehrung: Kein Rost, keine Korrosionsschutzmaßnahmen.
Materialeffizienz: Wandstärken von nur 4 cm statt 15 cm – bei gleicher Tragfähigkeit.
Leichtbau: Carbonfasern sind sechsmal tragfähiger als Stahl und wiegen nur ein Viertel.
Nachhaltigkeit: Reduktion des CO₂-Footprints durch weniger Zement und Stahl.
Designfreiheit: Filigrane Formen, gebogene Bauteile, textile Varianten – alles möglich.
Der CUBE demonstriert diese Vorteile eindrucksvoll: Von ultradünnen Wand- und Deckenkonstruktionen über Treppen mit 70 % weniger Materialeinsatz bis hin zu hochwirksamen Schallschutzwänden. Selbst Brückenbauprojekte wurden bereits erfolgreich mit Carbonbeton umgesetzt – darunter die Brücke entlang der S111 in Wurschen, die für Schwerlastverkehr zugelassen ist.
Wissenschaft trifft Praxis
Der CUBE ist das Ergebnishaus des C³-Projekts, gefördert durch das Bundesministerium für Forschung, Technologie und Raumfahrt im Rahmen von „Zwanzig20 – Partnerschaft für Innovation“.
Die Bauweise erfüllt alle baurechtlichen Anforderungen und zeigt, wie Carbonbeton die Zukunft des Bauens gestalten kann – ressourcenschonend, langlebig und ästhetisch.
Treffpunkt der Branche: JEC Forum DACH 2025
Am 21. und 22. Oktober 2025 wird Dresden zum Hotspot für Leichtbau und Composites. Das JEC Forum DACH bringt Einkäufer und Anbieter in einem kuratierten 1:1-Format zusammen – mit fachlicher Tiefe und gezieltem Austausch.
Buyer aufgepasst: Wer sich mit innovativen, wissenschaftlich fundierten Anbietern wie dem C³-Verband vernetzen möchte, findet hier die ideale Plattform. Supplier wie C³ zeigen, wie Carbonbeton bereits heute Brücken, Gebäude und Infrastruktur nachhaltig verändert.
Jetzt registrieren als Buyer oder Seller und Teil der Zukunft des Bauens werden.
JEC Forum DACH 2025 – Dresden. Link: https://lnkd.in/dTchnJ4V
Composites Lounge
Creating Sustainable Value.
YouTube Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PS26_TsLt54
Dresden, Einsteinstraße 12 – ein Ort, der Geschichte schreibt. Hier steht der CUBE, das weltweit erste Gebäude, das vollständig aus Carbonbeton errichtet wurde. Was futuristisch klingt, ist Realität geworden – dank des C3 - Carbon Concrete Composite e. V., einem Innovationsnetzwerk mit über 130 Mitgliedern aus Wissenschaft und Industrie, das sich der Mission verschrieben hat, Carbonbeton als Schlüsseltechnologie im Bauwesen zu etablieren.
Im Interview mit Dr.-Ing. Frank Schladitz, Sprecher des C³-Verbandes und Forschungsgruppenleiter am Institut für Massivbau der Technische Universität Dresden, wird deutlich: Carbonbeton ist mehr als ein Material – es ist ein Paradigmenwechsel.
Was macht Carbonbeton so besonders?
Nichtmetallische Bewehrung: Kein Rost, keine Korrosionsschutzmaßnahmen.
Materialeffizienz: Wandstärken von nur 4 cm statt 15 cm – bei gleicher Tragfähigkeit.
Leichtbau: Carbonfasern sind sechsmal tragfähiger als Stahl und wiegen nur ein Viertel.
Nachhaltigkeit: Reduktion des CO₂-Footprints durch weniger Zement und Stahl.
Designfreiheit: Filigrane Formen, gebogene Bauteile, textile Varianten – alles möglich.
Der CUBE demonstriert diese Vorteile eindrucksvoll: Von ultradünnen Wand- und Deckenkonstruktionen über Treppen mit 70 % weniger Materialeinsatz bis hin zu hochwirksamen Schallschutzwänden. Selbst Brückenbauprojekte wurden bereits erfolgreich mit Carbonbeton umgesetzt – darunter die Brücke entlang der S111 in Wurschen, die für Schwerlastverkehr zugelassen ist.
Wissenschaft trifft Praxis
Der CUBE ist das Ergebnishaus des C³-Projekts, gefördert durch das Bundesministerium für Forschung, Technologie und Raumfahrt im Rahmen von „Zwanzig20 – Partnerschaft für Innovation“.
Die Bauweise erfüllt alle baurechtlichen Anforderungen und zeigt, wie Carbonbeton die Zukunft des Bauens gestalten kann – ressourcenschonend, langlebig und ästhetisch.
Treffpunkt der Branche: JEC Forum DACH 2025
Am 21. und 22. Oktober 2025 wird Dresden zum Hotspot für Leichtbau und Composites. Das JEC Forum DACH bringt Einkäufer und Anbieter in einem kuratierten 1:1-Format zusammen – mit fachlicher Tiefe und gezieltem Austausch.
Buyer aufgepasst: Wer sich mit innovativen, wissenschaftlich fundierten Anbietern wie dem C³-Verband vernetzen möchte, findet hier die ideale Plattform. Supplier wie C³ zeigen, wie Carbonbeton bereits heute Brücken, Gebäude und Infrastruktur nachhaltig verändert.
Jetzt registrieren als Buyer oder Seller und Teil der Zukunft des Bauens werden.
JEC Forum DACH 2025 – Dresden. Link: https://lnkd.in/dTchnJ4V
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