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Upcoming event: AVL and IAAPS to Host Tech Day this May

Upcoming event: AVL and IAAPS to Host Tech Day this May

On the 21st of May, industry leaders, researchers, and system architects will gather at IAAPS for a day of talks focusing on the real-life engineering challenges in power electronics.

21 April 2026

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Upcoming event: AVL and IAAPS to Host Tech Day this May
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Upcoming event: AVL and IAAPS to Host Tech Day this May

On the 21st of May, industry leaders, researchers, and system architects will gather at IAAPS for a day of talks focusing on the real-life engineering challenges in power electronics.

21 Apr 26

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WECA Mayor Helen Godwin Visits IAAPS
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WECA Mayor Helen Godwin Visits IAAPS to Explore Net-Zero Research and Innovation

Helen Godwin, the mayor for West of England Combined Authority, visited IAAPS' facility at the Bristol & Bath Science Park on Thursday 22 January to explore our clean transport research and innovation, and learn about our net-zero ambitions.

23 Feb 26

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Ansible Motion Simulator Collaboration
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Ansible Motion Simulator Collaboration

Ansible Motion simulator to be integrated with IAAPS' current full powertrain dynamometer, creating a complete vehicle-in-the-loop (VIL) test environment to advance powertrain development methodologies

18 Nov 25

Automotive
Future of Work: Bristol and Bath Students Explore the World of Propulsion Engineering
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IAAPS Hosts Future of Work Event

IAAPS recently took part in the Future of Work event, working with schools across the southwest. Students were invited to the Bristol and Bath Science Park, explored our state-of-the-art facility, and were shown examples of propulsion systems technologies including hydrogen, sustainable and advanced electric propulsion.

28 Oct 25

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IAAPS Joins Hydrogen Innovation Initiative
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IAAPS Joins Hydrogen Innovation Initiative

IAAPS has joined the Hydrogen Innovation Initiative (HII), a collaboration of leading UK research and technology organisations committed to accelerating critical technologies and supply chains for the fast-growing global hydrogen economy.

13 May 25

Hydrogen
IAAPS visits Bridgwater & Taunton College to inspire future engineering talent
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IAAPS visits Bridgwater & Taunton College to inspire future engineering talent

Members of the IAAPS engineering team visited Bridgwater & Taunton College this week to meet students and staff from the Automotive and Motorsport Engineering courses. The visit was an opportunity to showcase IAAPS’ work in advanced propulsion R&I and to give students a first-hand account of the interesting and rewarding career pathways available in engineering.

03 Apr 25

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Claire Hazelgrove MP visits IAAPS to explore net zero transport innovations
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Claire Hazelgrove MP visits IAAPS to explore net zero transport innovations

IAAPS was delighted to welcome Claire Hazelgrove, the new Member of Parliament for IAAPS’ constituency Filton and Bradley Stoke, last week. The visit provided an opportunity to showcase IAAPS’ critical work in sustainable transport technologies and its role in driving innovation in net zero mobility.

18 Mar 25

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Second Copper Bird Workshop defines key requirements for future propulsion system testing
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Second Copper Bird Workshop defines key requirements for future propulsion system testing

IAAPS recently hosted the second "Copper Bird" workshop in partnership with our academic team and equipment supplier AVL, following the successful inaugural event at the end of last year. The all-day session once again brought together leading experts from industry and academia to tackle the challenges of advancing next-generation propulsion technologies, specifically focusing on key developments in Power HiL Testbeds for new Propulsion Systems in Aviation. 

10 Mar 25

Aerospace
IAAPS Recruitment Evening for Engineers and Technicians
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Join the IAAPS Recruitment Evening

Join us in person at IAAPS for an informal Recruitment Evening, where you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at our world-class research and innovation centre based at the Bristol & Bath Science Park. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore career opportunities, meet our team, and see the cutting-edge work we do in net zero propulsion and sustainable mobility.

25 Feb 25

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Chief Scientific Advisors visit IAAPS to discuss net-zero mobility
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Chief Scientific Advisors visit IAAPS to discuss net-zero mobility

IAAPS had the honour of welcoming Professor Dame Angela McLean, Chief Scientific Advisor to the Government, and Professor Chris Johnson, Chief Scientific Advisor to the Department of Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). The visit provided an opportunity to showcase IAAPS' cutting-edge research and technological advancements in net zero propulsion technologies.  

03 Feb 25

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Dr Mike Bates joins IAAPS as Head of Engineering
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Dr Mike Bates joins IAAPS as Head of Engineering

IAAPS is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Mike Bates as new Head of Engineering. With over three decades of experience in automotive, motorsport and technology startup sectors with a focus on propulsion systems, powertrain and vehicles, Mike brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the organisation as it continues its mission to drive the transition to net-zero mobility. He will assume his new role at the start of February.

17 Jan 25

General
Workshop explores “Copper Bird” requirements for future-ready aviation propulsion systems
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Workshop explores Copper Bird requirements for future-ready aviation propulsion systems

IAAPS, in collaboration with the University of Bath and AVL, had the pleasure of hosting a highly interesting and thought-provoking workshop at its Bristol facility, focusing on Power HiL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) Testbeds for New Propulsion Systems in Aviation, commonly known as the “Copper Bird”. 

20 Nov 24

Aerospace