The latest news regarding MACH 2014 (at the NEC in April) is that Richard Noble — world land speed record holder and director of the Bloodhound Supersonic Car (SSC) project — will be opening the exhibition.
Graham Dewhurst, director general of the MTA, said: “MACH 2014 and Bloodhound are obvious partners. The event is the only place to see the full scope of the UK’s advanced engineering supply chain all in one place, from household-name OEMs like Rolls-Royce and Airbus through to the companies that make the machine tools with which manufacturing begins.
“Education and training is an ever more important part of what MACH is about, and Bloodhound is uniquely placed to enthuse young people about an engineering career.
The project is a mainstay of our Education and Training Zone, which is always very popular. We’re delighted that Richard has agreed to open MACH and give our visitors an insight into what it’s like to not just go faster than the speed of sound but also put together one of this generation’s most inspiring engineering projects.”
Mr Noble said: “MACH 2014 is a showcase of the very best from the world of engineering, as it allows all parts of the supply chain to come together, share ideas and demonstrate what can be achieved here in the UK. The event also provides a great opportunity for the next generation of engineers to find out more about the industry and the opportunities available to them.”
MACH 2014 opens for business at 9:30am on Monday 7 April; the opening ceremony will be held at 11am — at the entrance to Hall 5.