See the latest advances in technology and innovation and hear from leading invoices in industry in this Innovation Forum from CEAMS, the Centre of Expertise in Advanced Materials and Sustainability.
ABOUT THE EVENT
What really sparks innovation? Come and find out. Hear from Carl Ennis, CEO of Siemens UK, as he shares what it takes to lead change and shape the future.
Join a lively panel hosted by Chris Maguire with Prof Andy Miah and Philippa Glover CEO Rakem, exploring real-world stories and the incredible innovation happening right now and discover all the support available to help your business grow.
We will also be hosting an Innovation trade show with more than 20 pioneering businesses and support organisations from across the Northwest offering support.
And don’t miss our special guest: Spot, the robotic dog from Boston Dynamics, showing off what cutting-edge tech looks like in action.
ABOUT CEAMS
CEAMS, provides innovation support to drive the adoption of sustainable materials. The partnership connects industry with pioneering research and innovation assets to propel materials advancements crucial for a greener future.
CEAMS is regional programme and is a collaboration between Royce and other key national partners to help and support businesses across the UK to:
- Commercialise a sustainable material (s) or
- Develop an innovative idea to make the materials or process they use sustainable
CEAMS acts as a bridge between academic research expertise, commercial exploitation, and scale-up, offering businesses a funding pathway to develop new processes and products, adopt sustainable materials, and re-use waste materials.
LOCATION
Location: Rochdale Town Hall, The Esplanade, Rochdale, OL16 1AZ
Time and Date: 28 January 2026 | 7:30am to 1pm GMT
AGENDA
7:30-8:00 – Registration & Breakfast
8:00-8:25 – Keynote speaker Carl Ennis CEO Siemens UK and Ireland
8:30-9:30 – Q & A with Prof Andy Miah Salford University and Phillipa Glover CEO Rakem
9.35-10 – Coffee Break
10:00-11:30 – Three Work shops: Critical Thinking, Advanced Materials and Advanced Machinery
11:45-13:00 – Trade show, Networking and Lunch
REGISTRATION
This is event is free to attend and presents an excellent network building opportunity for businesses in the North West of England. Book your place now via Eventbrite.
January 28 2026
