Advanced Engineering, the UK’s premier annual event for the engineering and manufacturing sectors, has announced this year’s keynote speakers. The six industry leaders — and 150-plus other speakers — will share their expertise and insights on critical industry issues during talks across several different forums. The two-day show will take place at the NEC in Birmingham on 30 and 31 October.
The first of this year’s keynote speakers, Brian Holliday, is a leading figure in industrial technology and digital manufacturing. As the head of
Siemens Digital Industries for the UK and Ireland, he oversees advanced automation, industry software, systems integration and R&D. He is an expert on productivity, digital manufacturing and industrial strategy, often contributing to media discussions.
The next speaker Matthew Atkinson, lead research engineer at
Jaguar Land Rover, is an expert in automotive engineering, specialising in replacing metallic structures with injection moulded composites. His work focuses on interior mechanical commodities like cockpit, seating and loadspace features and his innovative approach has earned him multiple patents, including for the Range Rover 18MY Executive Seating.
Next, Shaun Harris is currently director of support and chief engineer at the
Royal Air Force. With a distinguished 37-year career in the RAF, Shaun has held numerous leadership roles. His extensive experience spans engineering, logistics and information warfare. Shaun has served around the world, from the UK and USA to Afghanistan and Iraq.
Also set to speak are Solange Baena, UK lead for the aviation environmental roadmap at
Airbus, and Leonie Moffat, laser radar sales account manager at
Nikon. Last but most certainly not least is Stefan Lawrenson, senior polymer chemist at
Scott Bader, who specialises in sustainable technology and polymer chemistry. His research focuses on enhancing nanoparticles and synthesising eco-friendly materials.
Alison Willis, CEO of the show’s organiser,
Easyfairs UK & Global, said: “This year’s speaker lineup brings together some of the brightest minds in the industry. Their diverse expertise will provide deep insights into pressing issues like Industry 4.0, supply chain management and sustainability.
“This lineup highlights the spirit of innovation that
Advanced Engineering is all about, and our commitment to fostering knowledge exchange within the engineering community. I am sure the knowledge and inspiration they will bring to the event will be of value to all visitors.”
Advanced Engineering brings together industry leaders and professionals to explore the latest innovations across multiple sectors, including aerospace, automotive, defence and security, marine and more. Attendees can expect presentations on a wide range of topics, from digitally enabled supply chains to advanced propulsion technologies. The full speaker programme will be announced soon.
For more information and to register online, visit the
Advanced Engineering UK website at
www.AdvancedEngineeringUK.com.