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Consolidating our commitment to corporate social responsibility and our armed forces
IMET Alloys is delighted to have become a recent recipient of the Armed Forces Covenant Bronze Award as part of […]
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There is a common misconception that a person’s seniority gives them a monopoly on knowledge and expertise. This is very […]
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Icelandic Volcano – Will eruption affect flights?
Due to its geological location on the edge of two massive tectonic plates, Iceland is no stranger to earthquakes. The […]
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Adapting to change
One certainty in a world full of uncertainty is the need for businesses to transform if they are to remain […]
A brief history of aerospace materials
Materials engineering is a complex and important field, particularly when it comes to the aerospace industry – and for good […]
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Aviation has long since been recognised as the safest mode of long-distance transport. There are numerous statistics to support this, […]
The biggest revolution since the jet engine?
Could this be the biggest revolution in the aviation industry since the invention of the jet engine? When Richard Branson […]
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Scotland’s Great Innovators – the legacy lives on
Famous for its castles, dramatic scenery, mountains and rich history, Scotland is also the birthplace of some of the World’s […]
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What is carbon capture and how is it being used to limit climate change?
The UK news cycle has been dominated recently by images of massive wildfires in southern Europe caused by record temperatures, […]
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What is STEM and why is it so important?
STEM is an acronym that stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. These subjects are recognised as the foundations of […]
Enhancing organizational culture through team away days
Last week IMET held its inaugural international leadership gathering at the picturesque Domaine des Monedieres in France. This was an […]
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The Circular Economy – Isn’t it just recycling?
Terminology can often be confusing. In British and American English there are many examples when words and phrases can […]
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The high altitude ambitions of solar flight
Solar powered aviation has come a long way since the first solar powered airplane, Sunrise 1 took off from Camp […]
Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) – Fuel for Thought
2050 may appear a long time off yet. But when we consider the challenges involved, the deadline for airlines achieving […]
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Learning from Failure
“Yes, space is hard, but we are only just getting started.” Melissa Thorpe – Head of Space Port Cornwall The […]
The Queen of the Skies
As we bid farewell to the 747, we look forward to a new generation of aviation innovation. It looks […]
The effects of climate change are plain to see
If you live in the UK, you will no doubt be familiar with the long running TV programme Ski Sunday, […]
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Happy New Era!
As we begin the new year, I thought this would be a good opportunity to provide a reminder of the […]
The All-Blacks – Inspiration from Within
The New Zealand All Blacks are renowned for their numerable successes on the international stage and considered to be one […]
The Wright Brothers – Freedom to innovate – the legacy lives on!
In 1903, the New York Times estimated that it would take 1 to 10 million years before anyone would be […]
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The 1% Factor
How small considerations can lead to continuous improvement and heightened performance in sport and in business. Sir Dave Brailsford the […]
One year on from COP26 – Where are we now?
This time last year, Glasgow was finalising its preparations to welcome world-leaders and representatives from almost 200 countries to act […]
The return of face-to-face industry events will help drive innovation
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Silver Linings
During periods of instability, you realise the true value of working with great people. It’s the unique talent and spirit […]
Is this the airline industry’s most ambitious net-zero roadmap to date?
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No matter how large or small your role, you are contributing to business success During a visit to the NASA […]
The view from the US
The past two years have been challenging for us all: the impact of COVID-19 on the American workforce saw unemployment […]
Net-Zero by 2050: the role of the private sector
Carbon Brief, the award-winning UK-based website, noted that, “The surprise package of COP26 was the adoption of a ‘Glasgow Climate […]
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Competing on a global stage: how to build raw material resilience and protect Europe’s aerospace industry
Access to raw material is essential if Europe is to support a strong industrial manufacturing base. With limited naturally occurring […]
Reuse not recycle: why it’s time for a new vocabulary when talking about superalloy and titanium revert in the aerospace industry
As businesses begin to recover in a post-pandemic world, we all have a role to play in building an economically […]
