Getting into Defence | Burnley Business Week

Getting into Defence | Burnley Business Week

Join us at Getting into Defence during Burnley Business Week to learn how to break into the defense industry!

By RTC North

Date and time

Location

BCW Group (Intl) Ltd

Innovation Drive Burnley BB10 2FT United Kingdom

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours 30 minutes

In partnership with BCW Group

Join us for an exclusive morning workshop designed for manufacturing companies across Burnley and Pendle who are curious about breaking into the fast-growing Defence sector.

This focused and informative session will explore the opportunities and challenges that come with entering the Defence supply chain, including what it really means to be ‘supplier ready’ and how to navigate the unique landscape of the sector.

The morning also includes a behind-the-scenes tour of BCW Group, an award-winning Burnley-based manufacturer who have successfully made the leap into Defence. Hear directly from the team during an open Q&A session, where they’ll share insights into their journey, growth, and lessons learned along the way.

What to expect:

  • An in-depth workshop on entering the Defence sector
  • Guided factory tour of BCW Group
  • Live Q&A with the BCW team
  • Lunch and networking opportunities with fellow local manufacturers

This event is ideal for forward-thinking manufacturing businesses in the Burnley and Pendle areas looking to get into or develop a growth strategy the defence sector.

Places for this event are limited, so please secure your place.

Organised by

RTC North

RTC services are designed to help companies innovate, improve and grow. Specialising in the commercialisation of new products and services, we work with individuals, businesses and the public sector to help create more innovative and vibrant economies.

IMPROVING PRODUCTS AND SERVICES We help clients commercialise new ideas and technology, enter new markets and overcome the challenges posed by globalisation and increased competition.

TRAINING People are the lifeblood of any organisation. We will help you access the training and mentoring you need to compete and improve.

INVESTING IN GROWTH Innovators need investment to bring new technology, products and services to market. We will help identify sources of financial support.

Established in 1989 as the Regional Technology Centre for North East England, RTC has offices in Sunderland, Leeds, and Daresbury and is one of Europe's leading technology transfer companies with a trusted reputation for delivering services in innovation and business growth.

FreeSep 24 · 08:30 GMT+1