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Advanced Engineering is where the entire manufacturing and engineering ecosystem meets. Not just to showcase technology, but to tackle shared challenges like circularity, achieving net zero targets, and closing critical skills gaps. From materials to machines, and people to processes, this is the only place where diverse sectors come together to learn how others are solving the same problems in different, smarter ways

Aerospace

Meet aerospace pioneers driving cross-industry breakthroughs. Attendees include design engineers, materials specialists, and program managers from Rolls-Royce, BAE Systems, Airbus, and GKN Aerospace

Automotive

Learn how automotive leads electrification and automation. Visitors include process engineers, automation specialists, and innovation managers from Jaguar Land Rover, Ford, Bosch, and Cummins

Civil Engineering & Construction

Explore modular building methods and smart infrastructure reshaping sustainable construction ecosystems. Project managers, structural engineers, and sustainability officers from Balfour Beatty and Laing O’Rourke attend.

Defence & Security

Discover resilient technologies and advanced sensors inspiring innovation beyond defence boundaries. Systems engineers, security analysts, and R&D directors from QinetiQ, Thales, Leonardo, and Roke Manor attend.

Energy

Learn how renewable energy and net zero strategies power collaborative solutions industry-wide. Energy managers, environmental engineers, and policy advisors from Siemens Energy, BP, and Shell attend.

Maritime

Explore autonomous navigation and green propulsion, advancing sustainable maritime and land-based sectors. Meet engineers from Rolls-Royce Marine, ABB Marine, Oyster and Princess Yacht.

Medical Devices

Explore how visitors from NHS, GE Healthcare, and Siemens engage to learn about precision medical solutions. Regulatory specialists, design engineers, and quality managers attend

Rail

Learn how electrification and smart safety systems drive sustainable mass transit innovation. Systems integrators, safety engineers, and operations managers from Network Rail, Hitachi Rail, and RIA attend.

Space & Satellite

Explore cutting-edge miniaturisation and communication tech fueling innovation across diverse industries. Meet engineers from Airbus Defence, Thales, and Leonardo attend.

Sports & Leisure

Learn how sport and leisure professionals explore advanced composites to enhance performance, durability, and comfort. Product designers, performance analysts, and materials scientists attend.

Composites Engineering

Discover how composites experts are driving innovation in lightweight, high-strength materials. Materials scientists, process engineers, and product developers attend.

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What does Advanced Engineering mean for the industry?

We asked visitors and this is what they told us

"Advanced Engineering is a must-attend for anyone in manufacturing. It’s the perfect place to understand the challenges, explore key themes, and discover the latest innovations. The event has a great buzz, giving a clear picture of the status of UK manufacturing while creating meaningful connections and offering the convenience of catching up with clients and contacts all in one space."

"I came to Advanced Engineering out of curiosity, its a great opportunity to explore what smaller companies are doing and have meaningful conversations in a relaxed, low-pressure environment."

"Advanced Engineering is where the best of the best come together. Unlike other shows, it brings together top industry leaders, truly the best in the business!"

"This will be my 10th year attending Advanced Engineering. It’s the best place to connect with suppliers and witness the constant advancements in composites. It’s always great to attend and see what everyone else is working on."

"This is my second year at Advanced Engineering, and I’m still amazed by the incredible innovations in the automotive industry showcased here. As someone with an automotive background, it’s especially exciting to see the F1 cars, it’s a real highlight of the event!"

"This is my first time at Advanced Engineering. The event feels incredibly vibrant and much busier than other exhibitions, which is great to see. There’s a strong focus on manufacturing and technology in the UK, and the high footfall sets it apart from other shows. I also love the mix of forums and stands, it offers a great balance."