UK Metals Expo, the leading event for the metal manufacturing and engineering sectors, will take place on 13th and 14th September at the NEC in Birmingham, UK.
UK Metals Expo is a free-to-attend exhibition and conference that promises to deliver a wide range of innovative products, services, and interactive sessions led by top experts such as JCB, Jaguar Land Rover, Stellantis, Boeing, Spirit AeroSystems, ADS Group, Rolls-Royce, Ford Motor Company, Ricardo, Network Rail, The Royal Mint, RWE, Algeco, OCEA Shipbuilding, Bryden Wood, Tata Steel, Make UK, Outokumpu, Norsk Hydro, ThyssenKrupp, CRU, and many more.
"The UK has significant challenges and opportunities in achieving Net Zero through advanced materials and manufacturing. A thriving home-based metals supply chain is a prerequisite for achieving Net Zero as it empowers energy-efficient production, encourages circular economy practices, and supports sustainable innovation. UK Metals Expo aims to foster collaborations and signpost the way to get there." declared Lord Rupert Redesdale, UK Metals Expo Chair.
With over 200 leading companies participating, including Ace Polishing Services, Acerinox, Alloy Sales, AMEG (Amari), AMETEK, AMG Analytical, AMPCO Metal, Arcus, Arun Technology, Behringer, BLM Group, Brown McFarlane, Combilift, Hindustan Inox, Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science, Hydro Aluminium, Innoval, Jonas Metals, Kisco Castings, Taylor Forgings, TATA Steel, The Welding Institute, Trimble, Truva, Wedge, and many more, the expo features live demonstrations, product launches, and interactive displays, providing attendees with an immersive experience of the industry's most innovative solutions.
The event also features a free-to-attend conference programme with over 60 sessions and 130+ leading practitioners across 4 themed stages: Made in the UK, Sustainability and Circular Economy, Innovation and Technology, and Supply Chain, Trade and Policy.
The programme offers a series of keynote speeches, panel discussions, and technical sessions by experts and thought leaders from organizations such as JCB, Jaguar Land Rover, Stellantis, Boeing, Spirit AeroSystems, ADS Group, Rolls-Royce, Ford Motor Company, Ricardo, Network Rail, The Royal Mint, RWE, Algeco, OCEA Shipbuilding, Bryden Wood, Tata Steel, Make UK, Outokumpu, Hydro, ThyssenKrupp, CRU and many more.
These sessions cover critical topics such as sustainability, supply chain resilience, digitalization, and the impact of emerging technologies on the metal sector. Attendees can gain valuable insights into market trends, regulatory developments, and best practices, helping them stay ahead in an ever-evolving industry.
The event attracts a diverse range of professionals, including manufacturers, engineers, designers, suppliers, and experts from a wide range of industry associations, such as the Advanced Forming Research Centre, Aluminium Federation, Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation, British Constructional Steelwork Association, British Metal Recycling Association, British Stainless Steel Association (BSSA), Confederation of British Metalforming, Cast Metals Federation, Galvanizers Association, Make UK, Made in the Midlands, Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association, UK Steel, TWI, IOM3, Innovate UK, KTN, and many more.
Exhibitors and attendees can engage in meaningful conversations, forge new partnerships, and explore potential business opportunities. The expo also hosts a dedicated business lounge at the centre of the show, facilitating connections and fostering collaboration among participants.
The ALFED team will also host a member networking session, 'Meet the Aluminium Industry' in the 'Innovation Theatre' on 13 September at 4.00 pm.
Tom Jones, CEO at ALFED, commented: "The UK Metals Expo provides a unique platform to engage with key figures from across the entire metal supply chain with the engineering and manufacturing sector. We're looking forward to stimulating debate between some of the sector's most prominent figures about the future of the metal industry and aluminium value chain. We'll also be unveiling some exciting projects to support the industry during the event, but we're not giving anything away just yet, so keep your eyes peeled!"
Get your free entrance badge at www.ukmetalsexpo.com/register