Poland’s Composite Revolution: From Research Labs to JEC World 2026
Why is Poland making headlines in composites?
At the first-ever
JEC Forum Central Europe 2025 in Krakow,
Composites Lounge spoke with Prof.
Anna Boczkowska from the Warsaw University of Technology, a pioneer in materials science and engineering. Her insights reveal why Poland is becoming a strategic hub for advanced composites.
Engineering Highlights from Warsaw University of Technology:
Natural Fiber Integration: Basalt and hemp fibers are being engineered for wind turbine blades, reducing environmental impact while maintaining structural integrity.
Surface Engineering for Longevity: Advanced coatings deliver ice-phobic and low-wettability properties, critical for aerospace and energy applications.
Recycling Innovation: Modified recycled carbon fibers are achieving near-virgin performance, enabling circularity in high-performance composites.
Bio-Composites Future: Combining bio-resins with natural fibers to create fully sustainable composite systems for automotive, transportation, and construction sectors.
Natural fibers not only reduce weight and cost—they actively absorb CO₂ during growth, offering a negative carbon footprint. Many originate from agricultural waste, turning by-products into high-value engineering materials.
Poland is stepping onto the global stage as a first-time exhibitor at JEC World 2026!
📍 Visit the Polish Pavilion at Hall 5, Stand 5G142 to explore cutting-edge research and industrial applications driving sustainable composites forward.
YouTube Episode:
https://youtu.be/cX9zszbutSo