Precision and performance

Exploring innovations in advanced materials and manufacturing

Join Manchester Met as they celebrate National Manufacturing Day 2025 by hosting an event set to explore innovations in advanced materials and manufacturing.
The event will include a panel discussion with industry leaders from Aston Martin Aramco Formula One, Siemens and Rakem Group.

There has never been a better time to come together as a community, in response to the Government’s industrial strategy, which highlights advanced manufacturing as a key sector plan.

If your business has an interest in additive manufacturing, advanced materials and coating, smart energy, and digital solutions, Manchester Met would love for you to join their industry event.

Agenda

16:45 – 17:00

Arrival and registration

17:00 – 17:15

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.

17:20 – 17:25

Introduction to the event

17:25 – 17:45

Keynote speaker

17:45 – 18:00

Hear from our academics experts

18:00 – 18:45

Panel discussion and Q&A

• Carl Ennis, Country CEO (GB&I), Siemens
• Ben Fitzgerald, COO, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One
• Philippa Glover, MD, Rakem Goup
• Dr Markus Grüneisl, CEO (UK), MINI

18:45 – 19:00

Networking and close

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