This event will showcase the impact of £1.75 billion investment in materials and manufacturing, offering exclusive access to groundbreaking innovations and high-growth investment opportunities.

As the UK strives to achieve its net zero goals, the role of innovative materials and manufacturing becomes increasingly crucial.

This one-day event, hosted by Innovate UK, is designed to inspire, connect, and empower those driving change in these sectors. Network with industry leaders, investors and government representatives, and explore collaborations that will drive the UK's journey to net zero. Don't miss this chance to shape the future of these critical sectors.

What's in store?
From sustainable bio-based solutions to cutting edge digital technologies, this event offers a unique platform to drive impactful change. Dive into:

• Circularity & Materials: Explore sustainable innovation for a net zero future with cross-cutting technology developed by UK innovators.
• Assets & Infrastructure: Learn about new physical and intangible capabilities scaling sustainable technologies.
• Digital Solutions: Leveraging AI, digital twins and data-driven innovations to enhance efficiency and sustainability.
• Going International: Hear about global collaboration opportunities available through Innovate UK, Eureka and Horizon Europe.
• Supply Chains: Strategies for building resilient, sustainable supply chains and innovations across PEMD, magnets and critical materials sourcing.
• Future Markets & Technologies: Explore how today’s innovations will shape the manufacturing landscape of 2050, identifying transformative technologies and envisioning the world in 25 years.
• Future Skills & Workforce: Addressing skills gaps and highlighting positive initiatives to attract, train, and retain a skilled workforce for the future of UK manufacturing.

Event highlights

• Investor Showcase: Meet the UK's most promising companies and explore high-growth opportunities.
• Women Innovators in Foundation Industries (WINFI) Awards and Innovate UK & ERS Awards: Celebrate exceptional talent driving change.
• Cross-sector collaboration: Forge partnerships and spark innovations across sectors.
• Celebrating success: Reflect on achievements and accelerate future growth.

Who should attend?

• Investors: Gain access to investable companies and hear independent expert forecasts on future market growth and opportunities.
• Industry Leaders: Network with pioneering companies, explore collaboration opportunities, and find potential partners for innovation programmes or product sourcing.
• Government Representatives: See firsthand the power of UK innovation and how the sector is aligned with government priorities, showcasing a clear path toward delivering net zero goals.

Find out more about this event on the Innovate UK Business Connect event page.

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