January Newsletter

Welcome to the January 2025 edition of Vikela’s monthly technology & business development newsletter.

The past month has been an exciting one with a huge focus on relocating and setting up our new site, while continuing with brand development and marketing strategies. ??

We hope our readers have had a good month and enjoy reading our latest newsletter ??

ISO Certification: A Commitment to Excellence

We are proud to announce that Vikela has successfully achieved ISO 9001, 45001, and 14001 certifications, marking a significant milestone in our journey toward operational excellence. These globally recognised certifications demonstrate our commitment to quality management (ISO 9001), occupational health and safety (ISO 45001), and environmental responsibility (ISO 14001). Achieving these standards reflects our dedication to continuous improvement, ensuring that our processes align with the best industry practices while delivering exceptional value to our clients and stakeholders.

This achievement would not have been possible without the hard work, dedication, and collaboration of our incredible team. Their commitment to maintaining high standards, implementing best practices, and fostering a culture of quality, safety, and sustainability has been instrumental in this success. As we move forward, we remain committed to upholding these principles, further enhancing our operations, and striving for even greater accomplishments in the future. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this achievement—we look forward to building on this success together! ??

Featured in ALL3DP Magazine!

We are excited to share that Vikela has been featured in All3DP Magazine, a leading publication in the world of additive manufacturing! In their article, "3D Printing Better Body Armour: Belfast Start-Up Vikela is Reimagining Body Armour with 3D Printing to Create Customisable, Lightweight, and Versatile Protection," ALL3DP highlights our innovative approach to redefining personal protection. By leveraging advanced 3D printing technology, we are developing lightweight, customisable, and highly effective body armour that enhances mobility and safety for users across various industries.

This recognition is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and forward-thinking vision of our team. At Vikela, we are passionate about pushing the boundaries of protective gear innovation, and being featured in ALL3DP underscores the impact of our work. As we continue to refine our technology and expand our reach, we are grateful for the support of our community and industry partners. ??

RFCA NI Event

We were delighted to attend a recent event hosted by the Northern Ireland Reserve Forces and Cadets Association ( RFCA NI ), where we had the opportunity to learn more about their invaluable work. NI RFCA plays a crucial role in supporting and promoting the Reserve Forces and Cadet organisations across Northern Ireland, including the Sea Cadets, Army Cadet Force (ACF), and Air Training Corps (ATC). Their efforts help strengthen vital infrastructure and foster strong relationships with key stakeholders and local communities.

It was particularly inspiring to hear from Brigadier Mike Murdoch, Chief Executive of NI RFCA, about the ongoing initiatives supporting both reservists and cadets. We were honoured to be part of these important discussions and look forward to future collaboration. A sincere thank you to the NI RFCA team for hosting such an engaging and informative event!

Other News in January

FuturePlus: Impact Certified

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve been certified by FuturePlus , an award-winning sustainability management and reporting platform. FuturePlus empowers organisations, investors, procurement teams, and asset managers of all sizes to measure, improve, and report on their sustainability impact and goals.

This partnership will help us enhance transparency in our sustainability efforts, attract customers, strengthen tenders and proposals, and gain deeper insights into our ESG performance. We look forward to working with FuturePlus to drive meaningful progress on our sustainability journey!

Team Growth

We’re excited to share that we’re beginning to expand our team with the addition of a new Quality Engineer. This marks an important step in our growth as we continue to strengthen our commitment to excellence. Over the next few months, we’ll be sharing updates on our progress and introducing new team members as we build for the future.

Thank you for reading our latest newsletter and we're looking forward to bringing you more updates over the next few months - as always get in touch with us if you want to book a chat or have any questions. If you know someone you think it would be good for us to have a conversation with, we would always appreciate being put in touch.

Look out for our next newsletter at the end of February and have a great month in the meantime,

The Vikela Team ??