Atlas Copco to showcase fully integrated smart manufacturing ecosystem at Advanced Engineering

9th October 2025 At this month’s Advanced Engineering show, at the NEC in Birmingham, Atlas Copco will showcase a transformative suite of smart manufacturing assembly solutions. With a bold vision for the future of advanced manufacturing, Atlas Copco is committed to shaping the next era of digitally connected, sustainable, and intelligent manufacturing. Central to Atlas […]

14 Breakthroughs, one gallery

Advanced Engineering, the UK’s annual gathering for the engineering and manufacturing sectors, is set to deliver a spectacular showcase of innovation with its Innovations Gallery, bringing together 14 pioneering technologies that are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in manufacturing and engineering. From cutting-edge composites to AI-driven manufacturing systems, the gallery will highlight solutions designed to improve productivity, sustainability and quality across industries.

Coordinating cross-sector collaboration

This year, Advanced Engineering, the UK’s largest annual gathering of engineering and manufacturing professionals, will once again be co-located with Lab Innovations, the nation’s dedicated trade show for the laboratory industry. Taking place at the NEC, Birmingham, on October 29 and 30, 2025, the joint events will create a unique cross-sector platform designed to drive innovation and foster collaboration across disciplines.

Inside the Royal Navy supply chain 

When people think of warship building, images of massive vessels being floated out of shipyards might spring to mind. But behind every frigate, destroyer or support vessel is a distributed network of suppliers consisting of component makers, metallurgists, engine builders and materials specialists — many of them rooted far from the coast. The Midlands, often better known for its automotive and aerospace prowess, plays a critical but under-appreciated role in marine procurement, explains Simon Farnfield, event director at Advanced Engineering, the annual gathering of engineering and manufacturing professionals.

Advanced Engineering launches AI reality check report

Advanced Engineering, the UK’s annual gathering for the engineering and manufacturing sectors, has launched a new report to provide a timely “AI reality check” for the UK’s manufacturing and engineering sectors. Authored by leading industry experts, the report will be unveiled on the main stage at this year’s show, taking place on 29–30 October 2025 at the NEC, Birmingham, and cuts through the hype and reveals where adoption is really happening and where barriers remain.

What innovation really means for rail

Innovation is often framed as something shiny and new, the latest buzzword to capture attention. But in rail, it has always been part of the story. From the earliest days, the railway determined how people and goods moved, fuelled economies and redefined what was possible. Here, Richard Carr, technical and innovation director at Railway Industry Association (RIA), one of Advanced Engineering’s partners, warns that the UK risks falling behind because a culture resistant to change is holding back the innovation the network needs.

Putting composites at the front and centre

Demand for lighter, stronger and more sustainable materials is rising quickly, whether in aerospace, automotive, energy, rail or marine. At the same time, the industry is up against some tough challenges. Notably, cutting carbon, making materials more circular, bringing through the next generation of engineers and keeping supply chains moving in a competitive global market. That’s where Composites UK and Advanced Engineering 2025 step in, where they have collaborated to build a platform that helps to guide the sector into its next phase of growth.

Two centuries on the tracks — what’s next for rail?

It’s been exactly 200 years since the first passenger railway service began in the UK — the Stockton and Darlington Railway that opened on September 27, 1825. Since, the industry has seen vast evolution, from the age of steam to electrification and from timber sleepers to digital signalling. Yet one thing hasn’t changed, and that’s a metal wheel running on a metal rail, a simple interface that has stood the test of time. However, today’s challenges are testing such a simple concept in new ways. Here, Simon Farnfield, event director at Advanced Engineering, the annual gathering of engineering and manufacturing professionals, explains rail’s need for cross sector collaboration to ensure a safer, more resilient network during a changing climate.

Behind the Booth: How Schneider Electric is Driving the Future of Open, Sustainable, and Smart Automation at Advanced Engineering 2025

London 07/10/2025 Schneider Electric has been a pioneer in industrial automation. How are you showcasing your latest innovations at Advanced Engineering, and what key technologies should attendees look out for? • At Advanced Engineering 2025, we’re going hands-on with EcoStruxure Automation Expert, our flagship software-centric control system. It’s all about flexibility, scalability, and moving beyond […]

Electrification without limits, How electrification is transforming cross-sector engineering

According to Engineering UK, in 2023, the number of women in engineering and technology dropped by 38,000, from 16.5 per cent of the 2022 workforce to 15.7 per cent the following year. Women in engineering have made significant strides, but we can’t ignore this gender gap. 

Circular design to shape the future of engineering

According to Engineering UK, in 2023, the number of women in engineering and technology dropped by 38,000, from 16.5 per cent of the 2022 workforce to 15.7 per cent the following year. Women in engineering have made significant strides, but we can’t ignore this gender gap. 

Inspiring a diverse engineering workforce

According to Engineering UK, in 2023, the number of women in engineering and technology dropped by 38,000, from 16.5 per cent of the 2022 workforce to 15.7 per cent the following year. Women in engineering have made significant strides, but we can’t ignore this gender gap. 

Visitor registration now open for Advanced Engineering 2025

Visitor registration is now open for Advanced Engineering UK, the UK’s leading annual gathering of engineering and manufacturing professionals. Taking place on 29 & 30 October 2025 at the NEC Birmingham, Advanced Engineering is the UK’s only event that connects the entire industrial ecosystem, now featuring exciting new additions like the expanded Composites Pavilion, the SME Village, the ADS Pavilion, AM² Forum (Additive Manufacturing and Advanced Materials Forum) and a focused Electronics Zone. Together, these zones provide fresh opportunities for innovation, collaboration and growth — all designed to power the possible.

Do We Truly Care About the Skills Shortage? Insights from Thomas Flude

In the newest episode of Advanced Engineering Talks, host Jeremy sits down with Thomas Flude, Founder of Engineers Insight. Over the course of their conversation, Thomas challenges the industry to ask itself a simple yet uncomfortable question: “Do we really care about the skills shortfall, or merely pay lip service?”

Impact of the 2025 UK-EU trade deal on UK engineers

The 2025 UK-EU trade agreement marks one of the most significant updates in the post-Brexit landscape to date, with real consequences for engineers across the UK. Whether you’re designing low-carbon systems, working in heavy industry or developing next-gen defence technologies, the deal introduces both opportunities and challenges that will dictate how you work and who you work with. Here, Simon Farnfield, event director at leading manufacturing and engineering networking event, Advanced Engineering UK, which is set to return to the NEC, Birmingham, on October 29 and 30, explains what the deal means for engineers on the ground.

Advanced Engineering Launches ‘Unsung Heroes in Manufacturing’ initiative

The UK’s annual engineering and manufacturing exhibition, Advanced Engineering UK is launching its new ‘Unsung Heroes in Manufacturing’ initiative, recognising the individuals making a real impact across the sector admist the ongoing skills gap. A new online directory will profile these inspiring figures, providing emerging engineering talent easier access to role models and real-world insight, strengthening connections between industry leaders and aspiring engineering talent ahead of Advanced Engineering 2025, held at the NEC, Birmingham on 29–30 October.

Advanced Engineering expands enabling innovation showdown

Following a record-breaking 2024 event, the UK’s annual engineering and manufacturing exhibition Advanced Engineering UK is expanding its Enabling Innovation competition for 2025. The competition, open to start-ups and SMEs, provides a unique opportunity for companies to showcase their innovations, culminating in presentations on the main stage at the NEC, Birmingham on October 29 and 30, 2025.

HETA Engineering The Future

HETA is a not-for-profit charity and Group Training Association established in 1967 to bridge the gap between industry and education. Based in the Yorkshire and Humber region, HETA offers accredited, industry-recognized training from beginner to advanced levels, delivered by highly experienced staff. Their programs are tailored to meet individual and organizational needs, providing practical skills applicable in real-life industrial environments. HETA works with a wide range of companies, from sole traders to multinationals, to deliver solutions across various sectors. Their offerings include apprenticeships, adult upskill courses, and higher national qualifications.

Composites UK backs Advanced Engineering 2025

Composites UK is ramping up its involvement in 2025 to make this year’s show the most influential yet. With a reimagined Composites Forum, curated entirely by Composites UK, attendees can expect two full days of insights on sustainability, material circularity and new product development, all aimed at strengthening the sector.

The Faraday Centre Digital Course Guide

The Faraday Centre is a privately-owned international training company based in North East England. Upholding over 30 years’ experience, they specialise in providing comprehensive high and low voltage electrical safety training either at their purpose-designed facilities or at their clients’ sites, in the UK and worldwide. Their highly experienced, multi-skilled lecturers offer an effective combination of theoretical understanding and practical hands-on learning experiences using industrial equipment to provide engineers with the knowledge and skills required to carry out specialised jobs in a safe way that’s in accordance to industry standards.