Our approach to carbon measurement: Why accuracy matters 

Environmental performance is becoming an increasingly important consideration alongside quality, cost and technical capability. Customers are looking for suppliers to provide reliable sustainability data that supports procurement decisions and wider supply chain reporting.  Providing that information requires more than simply producing a product carbon footprint figure. It requires confidence that the data has been generated…

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GWP vs product carbon footprints: Why the difference matters 

As sustainability reporting becomes more widespread, technical terms are entering everyday conversations in all sectors. Among the most common are Global Warming Potential, often shortened to GWP, and product carbon footprint.  These terms are closely linked, but they are not interchangeable. Understanding the difference helps manufacturers communicate environmental performance more accurately while enabling customers to…

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WHY PRODUCT CARBON FOOTPRINTS ARE OFTEN MISUNDERSTOOD

For decades, manufacturers have focused on improving performance, reducing costs and accelerating development cycles. More recently, sustainability has joined that list of priorities. And, as a result, product carbon footprint figures are becoming increasingly common across manufacturing.   They now feature in product literature, on websites, in procurement questionnaires, tenders and in sustainability reports as organisations…

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BEYOND THE BOARD: WHY TECHNICAL PARTNERSHIP IS CRITICAL TO MANUFACTURING SUCCESS

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As composite manufacturing becomes more sophisticated, the expectations placed on tooling manufacturers continue to increase. Tighter tolerances, more complex geometries, and increasing pressure to improve sustainability mean pattern and mould makers need more than a supplier that can simply deliver a tooling board. They need a trusted partner that helps solve challenges before projects begin. …

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Base Materials Shortlisted for Two Awards In The Composites UK Industry Awards 2026

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We are delighted to be shortlisted in two categories in the Composites UK Industry Awards for 2026!  The annual composites industry awards showcase outstanding achievements from across the sector, recognising everything from groundbreaking technologies and innovative design to sustainability initiatives and individual excellence. Being shortlisted in two highly competitive categories reflects our commitment to both…

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Base Materials Recieves Award at the Manufacturing Supplier Innovation Awards UK 2026

Base Materials is on a Sustainability Journey

Base Materials has been recognised at the Manufacturing Supplier Innovation Awards UK 2026, winning the Most Innovative Provider of Sustainable Materials category for its proprietary Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) tool.  The award recognises our approach to improving visibility of environmental impact across advanced materials, supporting customers with more reliable, product-level carbon data.   Turning data…

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A BUSINESS BUILT ON INNOVATION

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Through strategic investment across materials, services and digital manufacturing, Base Materials is accelerating its next phase of growth and strengthening its position as a technology-driven, solution-led partner to some of the world’s most demanding industries. From automotive, aerospace and motorsports to defence, subsea research and renewable energy, composite growth is being driven by lightweighting, durability…

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Base Materials Shortlisted for Three Award Categories In Manufacturing Supplier Innovation Awards UK 2026

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We are excited to be shortlisted in the Manufacturing Supplier Innovation Awards UK 2026!  The Manufacturing Today awards recognise the achievements of suppliers making a real impact and driving progress in manufacturing – it is a celebration of innovation, sustainable practices, and cutting-edge solutions, showcasing how emerging technologies are transforming the industry. The top nominees have…

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Base Materials achieves ISO 14001 certification

A globally recognised standard for Environmental Management Systems (EMS), this certification reflects our ongoing commitment to reducing our environmental impact, improving resource efficiency, and embedding sustainability into every part of our operations. Why ISO 14001 matters ISO 14001 is the international benchmark for organisations that proactively manage their environmental responsibilities. It provides a rigorous and…

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