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UK-Aerospace Research Consortium

The UK-Aerospace Research Consortium (UK-ARC) brings together leading aerospace universities to advance collaborative research in support of aerospace net zero ambitions. It is a route to access research excellence, to align research agendas with industry across technology readiness levels (TRLs) and to deliver high quality research. University members, which work closely with UK and international industry, host world-class facilities and bring on the next generation of aerospace engineering talent. [www.ukarc.ac.uk](http://www.ukarc.ac.uk)

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The UK Aerospace Research Consortium (UK-ARC) is a collaborative network designed to connect organizations with the UK's leading aerospace research capabilities, primarily within top universities. UK-ARC facilitates engagement between industry, the Aerospace Technology Institute, and international partners, helping organizations access test and development facilities, technical expertise, and world-class research teams. The consortium aims to align research agendas with industry needs, support collaborative projects, and foster international research exchanges.

UK-ARC is composed of prominent UK universities, including the University of Bristol, University of Cambridge, Cranfield University, Imperial College London, University of Manchester, University of Nottingham, Queen’s University Belfast, University of Sheffield, University of Southampton, University of Strathclyde, and Swansea University. Collectively, these institutions play a significant role in advancing aerospace technology, supporting the UK's £34 billion aerospace sector, and educating future aerospace engineers. The consortium is headquartered at Cranfield University, Bedfordshire, MK43 0AL, and is funded by an EPSRC grant.

Key leaders are not explicitly listed on the website, but contact is directed through Cranfield University. The consortium’s activities involve nearly 300 people directly and indirectly across its member institutions. UK-ARC was established in 2019.

Recent news highlights include the 3rd Annual Workshop on Power Electronics for Aerospace Applications at the University of Strathclyde, the launch of the BEST (BioEffective Surfaces for Transport) network, the unveiling of a second-stage vehicle demonstrator by the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland, and the University of Nottingham’s announcement of a new hydrogen propulsion lab. Other notable initiatives involve the development of a national medical drone network in Scotland and the formation of the Great Western Supercluster of Hydrogen Impact for Future Technologies.

Address

Faculty of Engineering and Applied Sciences
AIRC, Building 320, Cranfield University, Cranfield, Bedfordshire MK43 0AL

Telephone

+44 1234 75 4056

Website

https://www.ukarc.ac.uk

Membership Status Type

FAC Member

Keyword Tags

Research, Universities, Aerospace, Hydrogen, Electrification, Materials & Manufacturing, SAF, More Energy Efficient Aircraft, Air Transport

Membership Number

941

Member Since

2024-05-15

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Approvals and Certifications

Industry approvals for the UK Aerospace Research Consortium (UK-ARC) are not explicitly listed on their website. Therefore, the entry is: N/A.

SC21

Y/N

N

Cyber Essentials

Y/N

N

Main Category

Consortium

Skills

Research & Development

Key Capabilities

Research and Development

More Capabilities

Engineering

Main Contact

Donna Lynch
Network Manager
d.lynch@ukarc.ac.uk

Sectors

Aerospace
Renewables and Sustainability

Approvals

Industry approvals for the UK Aerospace Research Consortium (UK-ARC) are not explicitly listed on their website. Therefore, the entry is: N/A.