Plyable Ignites Composites Industry Revolution, Scales AI-Driven Tooling Platform with Strategic Technical Leadership Appointments

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Plyable, a groundbreaking tech company revolutionising the composites sector, has announced the strategic appointment of two industry experts: Alan Purves as Technical Director and Will Goss as Engineering Sales Consultant. This decisive move reinforces Plyable’s leadership team and significantly accelerates its mission to revolutionise composite tooling procurement with its cutting-edge design manufacturing software.

In an industry long characterised by lengthy lead times, opaque pricing, and complex procurement processes, Plyable is anything but conventional. “We’re not just a composites company; we’re a tech company that happens to operate in the composites space,” states Mark Runciman, CEO of Plyable. “Our standalone AI platform is the game-changer the industry desperately needs. It’s engineered for efficiency with a relentless focus on delivering unparalleled value by challenging the status quo. This technology is the core of our message and the future of composites manufacturing."

Plyable’s proprietary AI module acts as an instant marketplace, delivering immediate quotes for tooling and materials. Backed by an unprecedented, approved supply chain, customers are able to not only use the tool to manage their own capacity but also access external capabilities far greater than what they may have in-house. Businesses will also benefit from drastically reduced lead times and instant gratification. For most, Plyable’s offering represents a fundamental shift in how tooling is bought and delivered.

“To realise the full potential of that platform, we are investing in technical leadership that can guide customers through complex challenges and ensure the delivery matches the promise,” Runciman added.

To spearhead this transformative period and deepen its unique technical service proposition, Plyable welcomes two highly respected figures to its senior leadership team:

With nearly 30 years of extensive experience across automotive, aerospace, defence, medical, and marine applications, Alan is a passionate advocate for sustainable composite production. His career includes leading complex projects at BAE Systems, developing composite armour at Permali, Class A body panel development and manufacturing at Gurit, and delivering advanced tooling systems for premium automotive OEMs. As Technical Director, Alan will focus on shaping Plyable’s technical strategy, driving advanced customer engagement, and ensuring the company’s engineering services are seamlessly integrated with its AI platform.

“Plyable is bringing something to market that the industry has talked about for years but never delivered – it is fast, accurate, and accessible,” says Alan Purves. “My role is to ensure it stays technically robust and precisely tailored to the real needs of engineers and manufacturers. I’m excited to help re-establish Plyable’s reputation for innovation, cost-competitiveness, and technical rigour, ensuring every customer receives a bespoke solution that genuinely solves their challenges."

Bringing over two decades of commercial and operational leadership in the demanding F1, motorsport, and aerospace industries, Will is renowned for his commitment to exceptional client service and building strong relationships. His extensive background includes senior roles at ADDEV Materials Aerospace, Evtec Superlight, and Composite Products Ltd, where he consistently drove business growth, programme delivery, and operational excellence. As an Engineering Sales Consultant, Will will focus on scaling the customer journey, building strategic partnerships, and ensuring commercial operations are aligned with the platform’s rapid growth.

“Digital disruption in composites is no longer a theory; Plyable is executing it,” comments Will Goss. “My priority is ensuring every customer interaction reflects the intelligence and efficiency of the platform behind it. I look forward to leveraging my experience to connect with clients, understand their evolving needs, and demonstrate how Plyable’s technology can drive their success.”

These appointments mark a clear shift in direction as Plyable deepens its position as a leader in AI-led manufacturing services. The company remains fiercely focused on speed, access, and customer control, now with an even greater emphasis on technical leadership and delivery excellence.

“The next phase of our growth is about precision, performance, and people,” adds Runciman. “We are not just building the best platform. We are building the best team to support it and redefine what’s possible in the world of composites.”

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Plyable is a composite focused AI-marketplace that exists to support business with the mould, tooling and part design phase of manufacturing. Plyable's advanced real-time software facilitates sourcing approved suppliers, quoting and design viability, as well as enabling customers to digital journey from step file to product delivery. Our extensive worldwide supplier network allows clients to access a broader range of capabilities, compare design manufacturing methods, achieve instant quotes and gain insight from our experienced internal engineering project managers.

Backed by the latest machine-learning technology coupled with the support from our dedicated composite manufacturing engineering team, Plyable offers the industry a revolutionary approach to achieve every type of engineering challenge. 

For more information about how Plyable can transform your manufacturing process visit www.plyable.com.

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