Bristol Quayside

Element Bristol Quayside is a specialist digital engineering centre located in Bristol, UK, within one of the country’s leading aerospace and advanced engineering clusters. Formerly known as Norton Straw, the site brings together experts in engineering, applied mathematics, and software development to solve complex technical challenges.

We support customers across aerospace, defence, and energy with advanced modelling, simulation, and product development services. Our team helps organisations improve performance, reduce risk, and accelerate innovation throughout the engineering lifecycle.

Key capabilities include computational modelling, digital twin development, prototype design for fluid systems and engineered products, and bespoke test rig design to replicate real-world operating conditions and support validation programmes.

With strong links to the UK aerospace supply chain and proximity to major industry players, our Bristol team supports both early-stage development and in-service optimisation programmes. We also work closely with our digital engineering sites in Derby, Filton, and Cirencester, giving customers access to wider specialist expertise, facilities, and programme support across the UK.

Element Digital Engineering Bristol Quayside is certified to ISO 9001 by BSI and holds Cyber Essentials+ certification, demonstrating our commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and cybersecurity best practices.