The European Composites Industry Association has expanded its pan-European network by onboarding the Latvian Composite Materials Association as a new member, signaling a continued push toward deeper regional integration within the composites value chain.

The membership agreement was formalized during JEC World 2026 in Paris an industry-defining platform that increasingly acts as a deal-making hub for strategic collaborations across the composites ecosystem.

Founded in 2024, LKMA unites companies, research institutions and industry experts working with advanced composite materials in Latvia and promotes innovation, knowledge sharing, collaboration, and sustainable industrial development. By strengthening the national composites ecosystem, LKMA aims to increase the competitiveness, visibility, and export capacity of Latvian industry in Europe and globally. Membership of EuCIA offers closer cooperation with European industry leaders, access to industry knowledge and best practice, and stronger representation of the Latvian composites industry at European level.

Gun rs Kosojs, Head of LKMA: I am truly pleased that we are now part of EuCIA. This is a great step for Latvia and a clear signal that we are part of the global composites industry. Joining EuCIA s collaborative network means we can become even more actively involved in European innovation, sustainability, and industry development initiatives

Roberto Frassine, President of EuCIA: We are delighted to welcome the Latvian Composite Materials Association to EuCIA. JEC World 2026 provided the perfect opportunity to seal our partnership and to introduce our new Latvian colleagues to EuCIA s members and partners. This addition of another national association to our network is a further step in our mission to represent the entire European composites value chain.

LKMA expands EuCIA s existing network of national composites industry associations and industry-specific sector groups and alliances. Through its members, EuCIA represents 85% of the European composites market.