17/Aug/2026
Graphene in Action – Episode 3 explores the future of graphene-enhanced composites for aerospace and automotive
The third episode of the Graphene in Action podcast is now available, taking listeners into one of the most promising application areas for graphene: advanced composite materials for the aerospace and automotive sectors.
Lightweight, durable and multifunctional composites are becoming essential for the transition towards more sustainable mobility. By integrating graphene and related materials, these composites can achieve enhanced mechanical, thermal and electrical properties, opening new possibilities for high-performance components while supporting resource efficiency and circularity.
In this episode, the GIANCE project brings together experts from industry and research to discuss the opportunities and challenges of bringing graphene-enhanced composites closer to commercial deployment.
Meet the guests
The discussion features:
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Dr. Gianluigi Creonti, CEO of Crossfire (Italy), who shares his perspective on developing graphene-based solutions for lightweight and durable automotive materials.
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Dr. Pablo Romero Rodríguez, Composite Additive Manufacturing Team Leader at AIMEN Technology Centre (Spain), who discusses the integration of graphene into advanced composite aerostructures and the role of additive manufacturing in future aerospace applications.
Hosted by Dr. Csilla György and Katie Basham (Bax), the episode explores how collaboration across European research and industry is accelerating innovation in advanced materials.
In this episode
Listeners will discover:
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how graphene enhances the mechanical, thermal and electrical performance of composite materials;
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strategies for integrating graphene into aerospace and automotive manufacturing processes;
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the importance of qualification, standardisation and industrial collaboration for market uptake;
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the role of European research projects in accelerating the adoption of graphene-enabled technologies;
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the opportunities and challenges for the first industrial applications of graphene composites.
Listen now
Episode 3 of the Graphene in Action podcast is now available in the GIANCE Media Room.
