Morgan Advanced Materials sponsors army exhibition 13 August 2013

Composite materials and defence equipment specialist Morgan Advanced Materials is sponsoring the Unseen Enemy exhibition at London's National Army Museum.

The exhibition tells the story of IEDs (improvised explosive devices) and their deadly impact, focusing on the experiences of the British Army in Afghanistan. It traces the history of IEDs, from their first known employment in the failed Gunpowder Plot in 1605 to their widespread use in today's military warfare.

Duncan Eldridge, of Morgan Advanced Materials, says the company pioneers techniques to combat IEDs, explaining that it developed and manufactured armours for the Mastiff, Ridgback and Wolfhound army vehicles.

Its capabilities in composite protection systems have also been applied in the bomb disposal suits provided to the MoD for the past 20 years.

"This exhibition is, we believe, the first of its kind, informing and educating people on these devices and the devastating effects they have," comments Eldridge.

"We are fully supportive of the work our armed forces personnel are doing in Afghanistan and around the world and remain committed to doing everything in our power to provide the best possible protection for these uniquely challenging environments."

"The National Army Museum is delighted that Morgan Advanced Materials has supported us in delivering the Unseen Enemy exhibition," states Janice Murray, director general for the National Army Museum.

"We believe that it is vital the Museum is able to tell the stories of British soldiers throughout time and we are committed to representing the work of our troops today."

The exhibition is located at the National Army Museum in Chelsea, is free to enter, and runs until 31 March 2014.

Brian Tinham

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