‘‘Cutting-Edge Digital Transformation for SMEs’’
The enterprise was funded by the ‘Competitiveness’ Programme (NSRF 2021-2027) Action
«Cutting-Edge Digital Transformation for SMEs» of the ‘Digital Transition for SMEs’ Package of
Actions. The Action aims at upgrading SMEs with cutting-edge technologies or 4th industrial
revolution advanced digital systems and additionally covering individual needs in ICT.
B&T Composites is pleased to announce its recent feature in Composites World, one of the leading international publications in the global composites industry.
The coverage recognizes the company’s ongoing investment in advanced composite manufacturing technologies and highlights B&T Composites’ growing role in innovation-driven industrial production.
The article highlights the installation of a multi-material Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) machine, a significant enhancement of B&T Composites’ production infrastructure. This new capability enables greater material flexibility, higher precision, and increased automation in the manufacturing of high-performance composite structures, supporting demanding applications across aerospace, defense, marine, and industrial sectors.
This recognition reflects B&T Composites’ engineering-driven strategy, its commitment to continuous technological advancement, and its focus on delivering reliable, high-quality composite solutions that meet stringent international standards.
By integrating automation and digital manufacturing technologies, B&T Composites further strengthens its position as a competitive and innovative composite manufacturer in the global market.
Read the full article here:
https://www.compositesworld.com/news/bt-composites-installs-multi-material-afp-machine
B&T Composites announces a major upgrade to its manufacturing infrastructure with the installation of a new multi-material Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) system.
This advanced production technology significantly expands the company’s composite manufacturing capabilities, enabling high-precision processing of both thermoplastic and thermoset materials. The new system supports next-generation composite structures and engineered solutions for demanding applications across automotive, aerospace, marine, industrial, wind energy, infrastructure, and defense.
The AFP system enhances production accuracy, repeatability, and scalability, strengthening B&T Composites’ ability to meet complex technical requirements and higher production volumes. It also represents a key step in the company’s broader Industry 4.0 strategy, integrating advanced automation and digital manufacturing principles into its operations.
This investment goes beyond an equipment upgrade.
It reflects B&T Composites’ long-term commitment to technological leadership, continuous innovation, and the delivery of high-performance composite solutions that meet stringent international standards.
GREEN Hydrogen mobility for the transition to climate neutrality
LIFE Programme – Grant Agreement No. 101158215
B&T Composites participates in the LIFE GREENH2ORN project, which aims to advance green hydrogen mobility and sustainable transport solutions in the region of Kozani, Greece.
The project will establish Greece’s first hydrogen refueling station with on-site green hydrogen production, supporting the transition to zero-emission urban mobility.
B&T Composites contributes high-pressure hydrogen storage systems based on lightweight carbon fiber composite materials. These systems support innovative hydrogen transport and storage solutions, including high-pressure tube-trailers.
LIFE GREENH2ORN demonstrates how green hydrogen can contribute to the decarbonization of transport, supporting cleaner air, reduced emissions, and the development of a regional hydrogen ecosystem.
More information about the project is available at: https://greenh2orn.com/
B&T Composites participates in the HY2FISH project, a collaborative European research initiative focused on advancing innovative solutions for the maritime sector.
The project brings together industrial partners, research organisations, and maritime stakeholders to explore technologies that support the transition to more sustainable and energy-efficient maritime operations.
B&T Composites participates in the IndustriSphere Digital Twins project, which focuses on the digital transformation of industrial manufacturing through the development of Digital Twin technologies.
By integrating technologies such as 3D scanning, Augmented Reality (AR), Internet of Things (IoT), Machine Learning (ML), and Artificial Intelligence (AI), the project enables real-time monitoring, simulation, and optimization of industrial production systems.
The B&T Composites facilities serve as a pilot environment for the implementation and validation of Digital Twin technologies in a real industrial setting. This allows the project to collect operational data, test advanced monitoring systems, and demonstrate the practical benefits of digital twins in manufacturing environments.
The project supports data-driven, efficient, and sustainable production, enabling predictive maintenance, improved process control, and enhanced operational decision-making. It also integrates Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment (LCSA) to monitor environmental performance and carbon footprint.
More information about the project is available at: https://industrisphere.eu/
Designing, Manufacturing and Operating Quantification of Uncertainties to increase Aviation Safety
Horizon Europe – Research and Innovation Action (Grant Agreement No. 101147454)
B&T Composites participates in the DEMOQUAS project, a European research initiative focused on improving the safety, efficiency, and reliability of future aviation systems by developing advanced methods for managing uncertainties in aircraft and engine design.
BTC contributes to the development and manufacturing activities of key components within the hydrogen pressure vessel demonstrator. The company also participates in testing and evaluation activities related to safety and performance, supporting the overall verification and validation process of the system. These activities contribute to assessing structural integrity, reliability and operational performance.
DEMOQUAS contributes to safer and more sustainable aviation while supporting the transition to cleaner propulsion systems compatible with hydrogen (H₂) and Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF).
More information about the project is available at: https://www.demoquas.eu/
At B&T Composites, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Through vision, commitment, and daily effort, they create innovative solutions that drive our progress.
As part of our ESG strategy, and specifically within the Social Pillar, B&T Composites has established a new childcare and creative activity space for the children of its employees, supporting a more inclusive, balanced, and people-centered workplace environment.
This initiative promotes equal treatment in the workplace, supports working parents, enhances work–life balance, and contributes to the overall well-being of our people.
By investing in initiatives that foster inclusion, care, and well-being, B&T Composites reaffirms its commitment to responsible business practices and a positive workplace culture.
The company continues to invest in its people and move forward with a shared vision, collaboration, and social responsibility.
B&T Composites participated in the European TEAMIT+ “24h of Innovation” program, an initiative dedicated to fostering innovation, structured collaboration, and creative problem-solving. The event was organized by CluBE – Cluster of Bioeconomy and Environment of Western Macedonia and took place on December 4–5, 2025.
The “24h of Innovation” is an intensive, time-bound competition in which multidisciplinary teams are invited to develop sustainable, actionable solutions to real-world business challenges proposed by participating companies.
B&T Composites contributed to the program by introducing the challenge: “How can we make roads safer?”, encouraging participants to approach the topic through innovation, technological insight, and social responsibility.
Throughout the 24-hour process, students, organizational members, and business professionals collaborated in a structured hackathon environment, applying analytical thinking, innovation methodologies, and teamwork to design and present their solutions to the evaluation committee.
The program provided a valuable platform for knowledge exchange, skills development, and engagement with emerging talent, reinforcing B&T Composites’ commitment to innovation, collaboration, and solutions with measurable societal impact.
On Thursday, 4 December, B&T Composites and Componous presented their research work to final-year students of the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Western Macedonia.
The presentation took place within the framework of the course Industrial Chemical Technologies, taught by Professor Konstantinos Kalogiannis, whom the companies sincerely thank for the invitation and the opportunity to engage with students.
During the session, the B&T Composites and Componous teams presented the industrial applications of the advanced technologies used in their operations, their ongoing research activities, their development potential, and the real-world technical requirements of modern industrial environments.
The presentation was followed by a constructive discussion with the students, highlighting their strong interest and the importance of strengthening the connection between academia, applied research, and industry.
B&T Composites and Componous are pleased to acknowledge the University of Western Macedonia and its Chemical Engineering students for the warm welcome and the productive exchange of ideas.
Collaboration between research and industry remains a key driver of tomorrow’s technologies.
