Velocity Bolting Named Among NGen Advanced Manufacturing Grant Recipients at Hannover Messe
PRESS RELEASE - Vancouver, BC - April 28, 2026
Velocity Bolting, a leader in engineered bolting solutions for industrial and defence applications, was announced at Hannover Messe as one of 14 projects awarded funding through NGen’s Advanced Manufacturing Program. The announcement highlights Velocity Bolting’s role in advancing next-generation manufacturing technologies in Canada.
NGen, the industry-led organization behind Canada’s Global Innovation Cluster for Advanced Manufacturing, recently unveiled $62.7 million in funding to support world-class projects that aim to strengthen innovation, productivity, and competitiveness across the manufacturing sector. Velocity Bolting’s inclusion reflects the company’s commitment to delivering high-performance solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and reliability in critical bolting operations.
“We are proud to be recognized by NGen as part of this group of leading projects,” said Ryder Britton, Founder and Head of Growth, at Velocity Bolting. “This support enables us to accelerate development and deployment of advanced bolting technologies that directly address the needs of modern industrial and defence environments.”
Ryder Britton (left), Founder of Velocity Bolting, pictured with Minister of Industry of Canada, Mélanie Joly (right), after her announcement at Hannover Messe
The funded project will focus on manufacturing process improvements to enhance bolting systems designed to reduce operational risk, minimize downtime, and improve maintenance practices. By integrating advanced engineering with real-world application insights, Velocity Bolting continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in bolting performance and reliability.
The announcement was made by Minister of Industry of Canada, Mélanie Joly, during Hannover Messe, one of the world’s largest industrial trade fairs, where global leaders gather to showcase innovation in manufacturing and industrial technology. Participation in the event underscores Velocity Bolting’s growing presence on the international stage.
Velocity Bolting remains committed to collaborating with industry partners, research institutions, and technology leaders to deliver solutions that support the future of advanced manufacturing. For more information about Velocity Bolting and its solutions, visit www.velocitybolting.com.
Jamie Spilchuk (left), Business Development at Velocity Bolting, shows a Velocity Washer to Ontario Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, Vic Fedeli (right).
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E-mail: info@velocitybolting.com
Phone: 855-606-2658 (BOLT)
Address: 22 E 5th Ave, Unit 4431, Vancouver, BC V5T 1G8
