Are you ready to take your first step into the world of engineering and manufacturing? Explore cutting-edge technologies, meet leading innovators and discover the skills shaping tomorrow’s engineering careers.
Join 9,000+ innovators, creators, and industry leaders at the NEC. Explore the latest cutting-edge innovations, discover pioneering solutions, discuss new regulations, and see first-hand ground-breaking projects that are shaping the future of the industry.
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At Advanced Engineering, you will easily be able to identify the exhibitors that have relevant information for students by looking out for the Future Talent Connector icon on exhibitor stands.
We highly encourage students to attend on Day 2. That way, you will be able to experience tailored content, networking, and career opportunities made just for you.
Bridging the UK’s manufacturing skills gap
The Skills Junction is a dedicated zone at Advanced Engineering, designed to help bridge the skills gap in engineering and manufacturing.
By bringing together businesses, educational institutions, associations and government stakeholders, the Skills Junction raises awareness, shares best practice and fosters collaboration to develop the skilled workforce needed to drive the UK’s manufacturing and engineering sector forward.
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As a student, stepping into a professional environment can be daunting. So, we have made a list of some tips and tricks for you, so you can come to the show prepared! 💡
Advanced Engineering is an event created specifically for professionals within the Engineering and Manufacturing industry and is strictly for individuals 18 years of age or older.
Are you a student under the age of 18?
Unfortunately, we are unable to admit students or individuals under the age of 18.
Advanced Engineering contains advanced technical content, tools, and professional discussions intended solely for adults pursuing or working in engineering fields.
Please follow us on our social channels to keep up to date as we often post snippets of our live content there, and please do register for Advanced Engineering when you are eligible to attend.
Thank you for respecting these guidelines.
Good News for Eligible Students: There is a tailored programme of sessions, exhibitor meetings, and networking events scheduled for Day 2 of the event. We welcome students aged 18 and over to attend Advanced Engineering on Day 2, 5th November 2026.
Over 16s who are in full time employment or part of an apprenticeship scheme, are more than welcome to register and attend the event.
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