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BCAST at Brunel University London is a global leader in light metals research, pioneering solidification science, alloy development and recycling technologies.
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Explore the latest news, events, press releases and expert insights from BCAST, driving innovation in solidification science and sustainable metallurgy.
News
September 11, 2023
8 Reasons Why Aluminium is the Material of the Future for Automakers
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
September 11, 2023
8 Reasons Why Aluminium is the Material of the Future for Automakers
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
December 19, 2022
Brunel Joins Constellium-led Consortium Working on £10m CirConAl Project
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
December 19, 2022
Brunel Joins Constellium-led Consortium Working on £10m CirConAl Project
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
June 2, 2021
NICER Way to Shift UK to Circular Economy
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
June 2, 2021
NICER Way to Shift UK to Circular Economy
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
November 11, 2020
Centre for Circular Metals Launches at Brunel Centre for Circular Metals Launches at Brunel
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
November 11, 2020
Centre for Circular Metals Launches at Brunel Centre for Circular Metals Launches at Brunel
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
October 2, 2020
Brunel Joins Forces with Lotus to Drive Forward Next-generation Electric Vehicle Architecture
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
October 2, 2020
Brunel Joins Forces with Lotus to Drive Forward Next-generation Electric Vehicle Architecture
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
Events
October 24, 2019
UK Solidification Workshop 2019
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
October 24, 2019
UK Solidification Workshop 2019
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
July 18, 2019
Materials, Minerals and Mining Gold for Brunel Metallurgist
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
July 18, 2019
Materials, Minerals and Mining Gold for Brunel Metallurgist
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
July 16, 2019
£16 Million Puts Pedal to Light Metals Research
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
July 16, 2019
£16 Million Puts Pedal to Light Metals Research
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
May 21, 2019
BCAST Professor Presented IOM3 Gold Medal Award
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
May 21, 2019
BCAST Professor Presented IOM3 Gold Medal Award
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
June 11, 2025
Senate House Opens the Doors to Brunel’s Brightest Ideas
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
June 11, 2025
Senate House Opens the Doors to Brunel’s Brightest Ideas
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
February 24, 2025
Brunel a Key Partner in New Lightweight Future Vehicle Chassis Architecture Project Led by Gordon Murray Group
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
February 24, 2025
Brunel a Key Partner in New Lightweight Future Vehicle Chassis Architecture Project Led by Gordon Murray Group
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
November 27, 2024
Distinguished Fellowship for Brunel Innovation Centre’s Director
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
November 27, 2024
Distinguished Fellowship for Brunel Innovation Centre’s Director
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
September 26, 2024
BCAST Part of £5.8m Project to Revolutionise Sustainable Vehicle Manufacturing
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
September 26, 2024
BCAST Part of £5.8m Project to Revolutionise Sustainable Vehicle Manufacturing
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
May 16, 2024
BCAST’s Brian Cantor Scoops Royal Society Fellowship
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
May 16, 2024
BCAST’s Brian Cantor Scoops Royal Society Fellowship
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
February 27, 2024
Brunel to Be a Leader in World’s First UN-backed Centre for Circular Economy Research
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
February 27, 2024
Brunel to Be a Leader in World’s First UN-backed Centre for Circular Economy Research
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
February 1, 2017
Metals – an Infinitely Recyclable Resource
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
February 1, 2017
Metals – an Infinitely Recyclable Resource
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
September 1, 2016
The 6th Decennial Conference on Solidification Processing – SP17
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
September 1, 2016
The 6th Decennial Conference on Solidification Processing – SP17
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
March 8, 2016
Grain Refiner Breakthrough for Magnesium Alloys
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
March 8, 2016
Grain Refiner Breakthrough for Magnesium Alloys
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
December 1, 2015
BCAST Reader Awarded CMF Innovation Award
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
December 1, 2015
BCAST Reader Awarded CMF Innovation Award
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
April 20, 2015
£77m Bid to Bridge Gap Between Lab and the Factory Floor
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
April 20, 2015
£77m Bid to Bridge Gap Between Lab and the Factory Floor
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
April 8, 2015
Shaping the Future
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
April 8, 2015
Shaping the Future
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
October 1, 2014
Manufacturing the Future 2014
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
October 1, 2014
Manufacturing the Future 2014
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
July 31, 2014
The 4th International Conference on Advances in Solidification Processes
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
July 31, 2014
The 4th International Conference on Advances in Solidification Processes
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
May 1, 2014
Feasibility Studies 2014
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
May 1, 2014
Feasibility Studies 2014
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
June 11, 2025
Senate House Opens the Doors to Brunel’s Brightest Ideas
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
June 11, 2025
Senate House Opens the Doors to Brunel’s Brightest Ideas
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
February 24, 2025
Brunel a Key Partner in New Lightweight Future Vehicle Chassis Architecture Project Led by Gordon Murray Group
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
February 24, 2025
Brunel a Key Partner in New Lightweight Future Vehicle Chassis Architecture Project Led by Gordon Murray Group
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
November 27, 2024
Distinguished Fellowship for Brunel Innovation Centre’s Director
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
November 27, 2024
Distinguished Fellowship for Brunel Innovation Centre’s Director
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
September 26, 2024
BCAST Part of £5.8m Project to Revolutionise Sustainable Vehicle Manufacturing
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
September 26, 2024
BCAST Part of £5.8m Project to Revolutionise Sustainable Vehicle Manufacturing
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
May 16, 2024
BCAST’s Brian Cantor Scoops Royal Society Fellowship
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
May 16, 2024
BCAST’s Brian Cantor Scoops Royal Society Fellowship
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
February 27, 2024
Brunel to Be a Leader in World’s First UN-backed Centre for Circular Economy Research
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
February 27, 2024
Brunel to Be a Leader in World’s First UN-backed Centre for Circular Economy Research
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
Events
November 27, 2024
Open Day at BCAST – PhD Studentships in metallurgy research
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
November 27, 2024
Open Day at BCAST – PhD Studentships in metallurgy research
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
Events
November 13, 2024
Open Days at BCAST – Exploring metallurgy research
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
November 13, 2024
Open Days at BCAST – Exploring metallurgy research
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
Events
October 24, 2019
UK Solidification Workshop 2019
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
October 24, 2019
UK Solidification Workshop 2019
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
June 11, 2025
Senate House Opens the Doors to Brunel’s Brightest Ideas
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
June 11, 2025
Senate House Opens the Doors to Brunel’s Brightest Ideas
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
February 24, 2025
Brunel a Key Partner in New Lightweight Future Vehicle Chassis Architecture Project Led by Gordon Murray Group
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
February 24, 2025
Brunel a Key Partner in New Lightweight Future Vehicle Chassis Architecture Project Led by Gordon Murray Group
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
November 27, 2024
Distinguished Fellowship for Brunel Innovation Centre’s Director
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
November 27, 2024
Distinguished Fellowship for Brunel Innovation Centre’s Director
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
September 26, 2024
BCAST Part of £5.8m Project to Revolutionise Sustainable Vehicle Manufacturing
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
September 26, 2024
BCAST Part of £5.8m Project to Revolutionise Sustainable Vehicle Manufacturing
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
May 16, 2024
BCAST’s Brian Cantor Scoops Royal Society Fellowship
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
May 16, 2024
BCAST’s Brian Cantor Scoops Royal Society Fellowship
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
News
February 27, 2024
Brunel to Be a Leader in World’s First UN-backed Centre for Circular Economy Research
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.
February 27, 2024
Brunel to Be a Leader in World’s First UN-backed Centre for Circular Economy Research
We work with global industry leaders to translate research into measurable results. From collaborative projects to pilot-scale production, BCAST delivers advanced alloys, efficient casting processes and sustainable manufacturing solutions that shape the future of industry.