Carbon Composites e.V. The competence network

Carbon Composites e.V., or CCeV, is the leading association of companies and research institutions in the fiber reinforced plastics sector in the southern part of the German-speaking region. Founded in Augsburg in 2007, it focuses on cutting-edge fiber-composite technologies for the manufacture of high-performance fiber composite structures. Starting from a core of founder members from the aerospace industry, CCeV is continually growing towards becoming a representative for all composite-related industries. Targeting the aerospace, automotive, transportation, energy and mechanical engineering industries equally, CCeV links a wide range of research and industry users, developing outstanding networked competence and thus forming a European region of excellence. Numerous R&D projects are organized and conducted by CCeV members, who have a wealth of experience in national and international projects. Being aware of the need for qualified workers as well as competent partners in this emerging high-tech sector, CCeV conducts a multitude of activities in the fields of training, education, exhibitions, events and cooperation with other networks as well as in the development of technical infrastructure. CCeV reached the landmark of 100 members in July 2010. Attracting the involvement of so many companies and R&D institutions in a competence network in just over three years proves CCeV's concept to be a resounding success.