2026 composites industry trends

Updated on May 27, 2026 • 2 min read Gurit has announced that Corecell S structural foam core is the first non-syntactic foam to achieve DNV certification for underwater technology applications. The certification covers DNV type approval for sandwich core materials and underwater technology rules for materials used in UWT systems. Designed for subsea environments […]

Updated on May 27, 2026 • 4 min read The composites industry is entering 2026 with stronger momentum than in previous years. Sustainability regulation, defense re-armament, material sovereignty, automation and AI-driven engineering are no longer future ideas. They are becoming direct market forces. For startups, manufacturers and investors, three themes now stand out: Together, these