Precision and performance
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Precision and performance

By Manchester Metropolitan University

Exploring innovations in advanced materials and manufacturing

Date and time

Location

Dalton building

Chester Street Manchester M1 5GD United Kingdom

Agenda

4:45 PM - 5:00 PM

Arrival and registration

5:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Welcome reception


Join us in the atrium of the Dalton building to see the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One car, visit our stands and network with academics and attendees.

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


Hosted by Professor Steve Rothberg, Provost and Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Manchester Met.

6:45 PM - 7:00 PM

Networking and close


Head back down to our atrium to network, visit the stands and continue the conversation.

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Highlights

  • 2 hours
  • In person
  • Doors at 4:45 PM

About this event

Science & Tech • Other

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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Sep 25 · 5:00 PM GMT+1