One stand. Three composite specialists. Every stage covered.

Tricel Composites, Matrix Composites and MVP UK & Ireland - three Tricel Group companies - are exhibiting together at Advanced Engineering 2026. Materials, structural cores, application equipment and process chemistry, from one team, on one stand.

EXHIBITOR SPEC

EVENT

Advanced Engineering 2026

UK’s largest annual engineering & manufacturing show

DATES

Wed 4 – Thu 5 Nov 2026

VENUE

NEC, Birmingham

Halls 3 & 3A

STAND

W180

EXHIBITING

Tricel Composites · Matrix Composites · MVP UK & Ireland

Three specialists, one supply chain

Each company covers a different stage of composite manufacturing. Together, they span the full build – from resin drum to finished part.

Tricel Composites

Leading distributor of resins, gelcoats, core materials, reinforcements, wax & mould release, sealants and tools across the UK and Ireland, backed by 60+ years of the wider Tricel Group.

Supplies

Polyester, epoxy & PU resins, gelcoats, topcoats and reinforcements Also: Coosa, Lantor, Spheretex, Vitrulan

Markets

Marine, automotive, construction, wind

Matrix Composites

UK distributor of Sicomin epoxy since 1997, including the GreenPoxy bio-resin range, alongside Armacell PET foam, CoreCork, 3D-Core, SKY Advanced carbons and LYB Forged Carbon SMC, for high-performance, epoxy-based composite manufacture.

Supplies

Sicomin epoxy, carbon & glass reinforcement Also: Armacell, CoreCork, Carbon SMC

Markets

Motorsport, marine, offshore, industrial

MVP UK & Ireland

Exclusive UK & Ireland distributor of MVP composite spray and application equipment since 1988, plus solvent recovery units, fluid heaters and a full range of release agents, sealers and cleaners, with on-site commissioning and training.

Supplies

Chopper, gelcoat & injection systems Also: Solvent recovery, Chemlease, Zyvax

Markets

Automotive, marine, aerospace, wind

What you can see, touch and ask about

Bring a part, a process problem or a spec sheet. Between the three teams, we can usually tell you what it’s made from, what to make it in and how to release it from the mould.

Polyester, epoxy & bio-resin systems

From general-purpose polyester resin to Sicomin’s GreenPoxy bio-based epoxy range, for laminating, infusion, adhesives and casting.

Bring your spec – Tricel Composites & Matrix Composites

Structural core materials

From recycled PET foam to CoreCork and honeycomb, structural core materials that keep panels light, stiff and ready for lamination.

See samples – Tricel Composites & Matrix Composites

Reinforcements

E-glass rovings, chopped strand mat and combi-flow mats, plus Carbon and E-glass multiaxials, UDs, woven and Forged Carbon SMC.

See samples – Tricel Composites & Matrix Composites

Chopper, gelcoat & injection systems

Live demonstrations of the equipment behind open-mould spray-up, closed-mould injection and adhesive dispensing.

Watch it run – MVP UK & Ireland

Release agents, sealers & cleaners

Solvent-based, semi-permanent and water-based release systems, with advice on switching to lower-VOC alternatives.

Talk technical – MVP UK & Ireland

Recycling units & fluid heaters

Reduce disposal costs and workplace exposure with on-site solvent recovery, plus temperature control for consistent application.

Ask about ROI – MVP UK & Ireland

Who to talk to about what

A quick reference for planning your visit – match your question to the right company before you arrive.

IN YOU NEED...	TALK TO	EXAMPLES
Resins & gelcoats	Tricel Composites, Matrix Composites	Polyester, epoxy, PU & Sicomin GreenPoxy bio-resin
Core & reinforcement	Tricel Composites, Matrix Composites	PET foam, CoreCork, carbon & E-glass, Forged Carbon SMC
Spray & application equipment	MVP UK & Ireland	Chopper, gelcoat, injection & adhesive systems
Mould release & process chemistry	MVP UK & Ireland	Solvent-based, semi-permanent & water-based release agents
Solvent recovery & heating	MVP UK & Ireland	Solvent recycling units, fluid heaters

Reserve time with the team before the floor gets busy

Tell us who you’d like to meet and when. We’ll confirm a slot at the stand – or a call beforehand if that’s easier.

Skip the queue. Pre-booked visitors get priority slots on both show days.

Talk to the right specialist. We’ll make sure the person who knows your material or process is at the stand when you arrive.

One request, three companies. Meeting with more than one team? Tell us once – we’ll coordinate internally.

Show logistics

4–5 NOV

Wed & Thu, 2026

NEC

Birmingham, Halls 3 & 3A

09:00

Doors open both days

FREE

Not yet registered for the show itself? Register free at advancedengineeringuk.com ↗

Common questions

Straight answers, in case you’re skimming.

Which Tricel Group companies are exhibiting at Advanced Engineering 2026?

Tricel Composites, Matrix Composites and MVP UK & Ireland are exhibiting together on one stand at Advanced Engineering 2026. All three are Tricel Group companies covering raw materials, structural composites, and application equipment.

When and where is Advanced Engineering 2026?

Advanced Engineering 2026 runs from Wednesday 4 to Thursday 5 November 2026 at the NEC, Birmingham, in Halls 3 and 3A.

How do I book a meeting with Tricel Composites, Matrix Composites or MVP UK & Ireland at the show?

Use the booking form on this page to request a meeting slot. Select which company or companies you’d like to meet and your preferred day, and a member of the team will confirm a time before the show.

Is entry to Advanced Engineering 2026 free?

Yes. Entry to Advanced Engineering is free for registered visitors. Registration is completed on the official show website, advancedengineeringuk.com.

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Tricel Composites, Matrix Composites and MVP UK & Ireland are exhibiting together at Advanced Engineering 2026, NEC Birmingham, 4–5 November.

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