Mike Richardson

The countdown has begun to Space Tech Expo Europe 2026 in Bremen, 17-19 Nov, and Europe’s largest space industry event, now just four weeks away.

What do recycled aerospace metals, intelligent manufacturing systems, advanced composite materials and miniature robotics have in common? They are among the technologies selected for the Innovation Gallery at Advanced Engineering 2026, where 18 developments will demonstrate how engineers are tackling some of industry’s most persistent technical and manufacturing challenges.

For aerospace teams measuring large and complex components, the HandySCAN 3D MAX Series from Faro Creaform brings portable, metrology-grade 3D scanning to product development and quality workflows.

Stanton Woodhouse From Rowsley Walk Overview 📏 Distance: 3.5 Miles (5.6km) ⭐ Difficulty: Easy ⏱️ Time: 1-1.5 hours

Walking has become one of the UK's most popular and treasured pastimes – and in recent years has even become synonymous with both physical and mental

Imagine pulling on your walking boots and heading out for a walk knowing there is a good chance of a scuffle and the potential to be arrested?

Know Before You Go: Mossy Lea At A Glance 📏 Distance: 2 miles (3.2km) ⭐ Difficulty: Easy ⏱️ Time: 1 hour ⛰️ Elevation Gain: 114m

Filtronic, a leader in high-frequency connectivity solutions, has announced it has been recognised at a London Stock Exchange (LSE) Market celebration ceremony recently. The event marked the company's continued growth and recent commercial success, including its $68.1 million follow-on order from SpaceX.

Vericut will demonstrate how CNC simulation, verification, optimisation and post-processing technologies can help manufacturers address key production challenges at Advanced Engineering 2026, taking place at the NEC Birmingham on 4–5 November.

Q5D Technologies (Q5D), the UK robotics company specialising in automated wire harness production, will showcase its latest technology on stand H150 at the Advanced Engineering 2026, 4–5 November at the NEC, Birmingham, at the invitation of the event’s organisers.