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Zepher Flight Labs of Bingen, Washington, is revolutionizing the industry with the next-generation VTOL UAS. Rob Coatney is an aerospace engineer at Zepher Flight Labs (ZFL) in Bingen, Washington. Two years ago, ZFL secured a contract with the Army Research Laboratory to “develop technology that would improve the reliability, endurance, and acoustic signature of a […]

Andy Duyck (pronounced Dike) knew at a young age that he wanted to own a machine shop. At 23, he and his wife sat down and mapped out what type of business they’d like and where they could take it. “We’ve always been very plan driven and goal oriented,” he said. They planned where they’d […]

Xemelgo’s founders, Rich Rogers, CEO, and Akhila Tadinada, CTO, started the app-based company for manufacturers to develop tools and solutions to improve their businesses. These veterans of Hitachi and other high-tech companies knew one thing would be mission critical to get their business off the ground — they needed to approach manufacturers ready to observe […]

A partnership of Boeing employees and hundreds of suppliers from the Pacific Northwest and across the country build the KC-46A Pegasus to be the world’s most advanced multi-mission aerial refueler for the U.S. Air Force and allies. The KC-46A Pegasus has charged full steam ahead since being cleared for global deployment by the U.S. Air […]

PNDC brings a delegation of Pacific Northwest businesses to DSEI in London biannually.  Doing business internationally can be challenging. There are location and language barriers and trade methods that may differ. The Pacific Northwest Defense Coalition (PNDC) understands the defense and security industry and how to trade effectively. That is why they bring a delegation […]

South Korea’s expanding aerospace industry  South Korea’s aerospace industry has been growing rapidly in recent years, driven by both government and private sector R&D investment. The aerospace industry is largely driven by key players such as the Korean Aerospace Industries (KAI), and Korean Air, the largest commercial airline and national carrier for South Korea. In […]

SEKISUI Aerospace, a leading manufacturer of advanced composite materials for the aerospace industry, has built a strong reputation based on its commitment to innovation. As the aerospace sector is driven by cutting-edge technology and solutions, SEKISUI’s dedication to fostering a culture of innovation allows it to stay ahead of the competition and contribute to the […]

An experienced and innovative problem solver with a passion for continuous improvement and a strong commitment to success, Matt Higa is skilled in both business and technology, with a degree in Computer Engineering and Engineering Management from the University of the Pacific.  Garnering over seven years of experience in various industries, he has a proven track […]