Precision and performance
Exploring innovations in advanced materials and manufacturing
Date and time
Location
Dalton building
Chester Street Manchester M1 5GD United KingdomAgenda
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM
Arrival and registration
5:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Welcome reception
5:20 PM - 5:25 PM
Introduction to the event
5:25 PM - 5:45 PM
Keynote speaker
Ben Fitzgerald, COO, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One
5:45 PM - 6:00 PM
Hear from our academics experts
Prof Laurie King, Fuel Cell Innovation Centre
Dr Justyna Kulczyk-Malecka, Materials
Dr Olly Duncan, Metamaterials
Prof Russ Harris, Additive manufacturing
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM
Panel discussion and Q&A
Carl Ennis, Country CEO (GB&I), Siemens
Ben Fitzgerald, COO, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One
Philippa Glover, MD, Rakem Group
Dr Markus Grüneisl, CEO (UK), MINI
6:45 PM - 7:00 PM
Networking and close
Good to know
Highlights
- 2 hours
- In person
- Doors at 4:45 PM
About this event
On the back our £115m state-of-the-art Dalton building that opened in 2024, we’re proud to be hosting a series of industry events, giving you the opportunity visit the experts, equipment, and spaces available to meet your business goals.
There has never been a better time to come together as a community, following on from the Government’s industrial strategy, which highlights advanced manufacturing as a key sector plan.
Working with our research experts you can access matched innovation funding and be in a strong position to tap into regional and national funding.
Join us as we explore how we can work collaboratively to tackle challenges, achieve goals, and develop industry leading solutions.
Event highlights
- Hear from industry leaders in the sector including Aston Martin Aramco Formula One, MINI, Siemens and Rakem Group
- View Aston Martin Aramco's Formula One car which will be on display during the event
- Meet Manchester Met experts in key areas such as additive manufacturing, advanced materials and coating, smart energy, and digital solutions
- Network with the advanced materials and manufacturing community including businesses, funding bodies and regional and national stakeholders
- Access matched innovation funding
Please note: This event has limited capacity. Please register your interest and your booking will be confirmed nearer the time. Agenda is subject to change.
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