Chemours is hosting a webinar on 13 April 2026, 2pm to 3pm CET on navigating the SEAC PFAS Consultation. The 60 day consultation on the draft opinion on the proposed restriction of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from the European Chemicals Agency’s (ECHA’s) Socio-economic Analysis Committee (SEAC) launched on 26 March 2026 and is open […]

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) is inviting organisations to provide information on the draft opinion of their Socio-economic Analysis Committee (SEAC) on the proposed restriction of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The consultation launches on 26 March 2026 and is open until 25 May 2026 and takes the form of a survey asking participants to […]

Line managers in SMEs across England can now access the IOSH Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing course, fully funded by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). Delivered by International Workplace with Reed Learning, the programme helps managers develop practical skills to support staff health and wellbeing, encourage more people to enter and stay in […]

The UK Government has announced a major youth employment drive backed by £1 billion to help create 200,000 jobs for young people, alongside a transformation of apprentices. Pat McFadden, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Secretary, has announced a ‘new deal’ for young people which includes: a new Youth Jobs Grant where businesses can […]

Kewell Converters, one of the UK’s longest-established independent foam converters, is helping introduce young people with additional learning needs to careers in modern engineering and manufacturing through hands-on factory placements and school partnerships. The Kent-based manufacturer recently welcomed students from The View School in Edenbridge and St Piers School in Lingfield, giving them the opportunity to experience […]

Aeromed Group LLC (Aeromed) is accelerating its growth strategy and announces the strategic acquisition of HITEK Electronic Materials Ltd, HITEK-nology Solutions Ltd, NorcaTec LLC, NAPCO International LLC, and Kit Pack LLC. This expansion strengthens Aeromed’s technical portfolio, bringing together decades of specialised expertise across advanced materials, legacy platform sustainment, and global defence logistics. These additions […]

The UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA) is pleased to welcome Price Western Leather Co Ltd as the latest company to join the association’s growing membership. Based in Minehead, Somerset, Price Western Leather Co has built a reputation over 50 years for high quality design and manufacture of leather and synthetic equipment for the police, […]

The UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA) has announced a new member benefit through a partnership with CCI Credit Management, a leading commercial debt recovery agency. The new collaboration will provide UKGSA members with access to professional debt recovery services designed to support businesses in managing overdue payments and improving cashflow. With more than 40 […]

UKGSA members are invited to an exclusive site visit to HITEK Electronic Materials in Scunthorpe – a fantastic opportunity to see first-hand how this innovative company delivers high-performance electronic material solutions. About HITEK Established in 1985, HITEK has built a strong reputation for quality, expertise and growth. From EMI shielding, adhesives and encapsulants, and antiviral […]

Redditch based Clifford Springs, a specialist spring manufacturer, is celebrating 80 years of business.  Eight decades of engineering expertise and innovation in spring manufacturing. Historically, Redditch was known as a manufacturing base for needles and fish-hooks.  Over time, that expanded into excellence in general fine wire forming, particularly springs. Today, Clifford Springs represents Redditch’s engineering […]

Chemours will be holding their next webinar – Fluoropolymers: Foundational to the European Economy – next month, in April 2026. The session will focus on the Socio-Economic Analysis Committee (SEAC) draft opinion. The consultation on the draft opinion is expected to be launched after the SEAC meeting in mid-March. Read more about the ECHA’s consultation. […]

Update from the Department for Work and Pensions. Across the UK, people with learning disabilities still face barriers to finding and staying in work. Recent research shows that although individuals with learning disabilities can and do thrive in the workplace, many employers feel unsure about how best to recruit or support them. At the same […]

The Winter 2025-26 edition of our quarterly member e-newsletter, Cutting Edge, is now available. Inside this issue This issue is packed full of the latest updates from members and the association including: Welcome to newest members Upcoming events and trade shows Member news Technical product or material articles Company milestones and achievements and more! Read […]

Flexitallic, a global leader in high-performance sealing solutions, has appointed Kukil Inntot as its Allied Partner in South Korea. Under the agreement, it becomes the authorised distributor and local stockist of Flexitallic products, strengthening in-country availability, reducing lead times and enhancing technical support. With more than four decades of experience serving South Korea’s industrial markets, […]

RGH, a recognised 3M Preferred Converter, is proud to announce that we have won the 3M Converter Cup 2025 in the Foam Tapes category. This award recognises outstanding performance within 3M’s global converter network and highlights our continued commitment to technical excellence, innovation and commercial growth. As a 3M Preferred Converter, this achievement further reinforces […]

The government has announced free occupational health training for line managers in small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) across England. The support, funded by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), comes as part of the government’s drive to tackle workplace sickness and is available between January and March 2026. The training, led by the […]

Employers across the UK have a unique opportunity to drive social change, support vulnerable groups, and build inclusive workplaces by engaging with a growing network of Covenants and pledges. These voluntary commitments, supported by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), enable organisations to demonstrate leadership in areas such as armed forces support, care leavers, domestic […]

Flexitallic has launched INTEGRA Technologies UK as its dedicated field service and maintenance division, completing its transition to a full end-to-end joint integrity provider. The move combines Flexitallic’s sealing design and manufacturing expertise, its cloud-based joint management platform, Flexlogics® – which delivers full joint traceability by unifying calculations, training, asset management and workflows – with […]

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has opened the grant application window for Phase One of the Jobs Guarantee Scheme, a major milestone in delivering the Government’s expanded Youth Guarantee. The Job Guarantee will help break the cycle of long-term unemployment for young people by funding subsidised six-month paid jobs for eligible 18 to […]

To help raise additional funds for Macmillan Cancer Support, we’re inviting all UKGSA members to get involved in a simple but meaningful fundraising initiative. Throughout the membership year, member companies are encouraged to share five UKGSA LinkedIn posts with their networks. Once five shares have been completed, members should email us evidence (screenshots or links), […]