this talk, we will explore how these geopolitical dynamics are reshaping supply chains for critical products, from semiconductors and pharmaceuticals to renewable energy technologies. By examining the risks and opportunities emerging from global trade tensions, reshoring initiatives, and technological advancements, we will provide insights into how firms can build resilience and adaptability in an increasingly volatile world. This panel discussion will bring together industry leaders and academics to delve deeper into the practical implications of these geopolitical shifts. We will examine scenarios of recent supply chain disruptions, discuss the role of government interventions, and assess the impact of diversification, nearshoring and friendshoring strategies. With global supply chains at a crossroads, this discussion will offer a timely perspective on how manufacturers can navigate uncertainty while ensuring the security and sustainability of their supply networks.
• Speakers from National Manufacturing Institute Scotland, IBM and The University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre( 11:45- 12:30 – 4th June) Adopting Technology [ in Manufacturing ]. The Opportunities, What’ s Holding it Back and How to Move Forward- An opportunity to listen to a panel discussion around the adoption of technology in manufacturing. It will cover what opportunities technology can offer, what is holding manufacturers from adoption and how they can overcome hurdles to exploit the potential. The panel has eminent industry experts from the world of technology, innovation and manufacturing.
• Speakers from Airbus Commercial Aircraft, Cranfield University, Fanuc UK and Automate UK( 14:15- 15:00 – 5th June) Human Robot Collaboration in Manufacturing, the Future or Just Hype?- The use of human robot collaboration is often put forward as a key future enabler in manufacturing combining the
34 FDPP- www. fdpp. co. uk skills and capabilities of both to provide optimal automation solutions. However, the reality is proving to be very different, lack of understanding, fear, mistrust and technical limitations among other barriers mean that very few truly collaborative systems exist in industry. Why is this and what should we be doing to unlock this potential, game changing approach to manufacturing? This panel will seek to try and answer some of the outstanding questions and open a debate on how to progress this in the future.
Make sure to check out the full conference agenda at https:// www. subconshow. co. uk / contentprogramme for more details on session times and speakers!
Exhibitors
Over 170 + exhibitors will be attending the trade show. Innovations and solutions will be showcased ranging from CNC machining, metal fabrication, electronics and component parts. Other solutions on show include additive manufacturing and metrology solutions, frictionless bearings and cables and controls.
Here are some of the key exhibitors you can expect to see:
Sponsors and Partner highlights:
• Allstar – Allstar have been serving businesses large and small for over 40 years. They have the UK’ s largest combined fuel and electric charging network, savings on diesel and our online platform will help reduce your costs and admin.
• Smiths Metal Centres- Smiths Metal Centres is a world-class supplier of engineering material alloys & plastics into a broad range of industrial applications. We aim to offer all our customers, from the small machine shop to large multinational corporation, a supply path that continuously provides the highest levels of service, quality and value.
• EEPC India – EEPC India has been the Face of Indian Engineering exports over a span of 69 years when India grew from a meagre $ 10 million engineering export nation in 1955 to USD 109.32 Billion( Apr 2023- March 2024) and is regarded as the model EPC in India by the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry. EEPC India is the premier trade and investment promotion organisation in India. It is sponsored by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India and caters to the Indian engineering sector. It has many firsts to its credit. The First Indian EPC to have a website, to be ISO certified and to e-catalogue the product profiles.
• Qimtek – We help manufacturing buyers to find quality UK-based subcontract suppliers that have immediate or long-term capacity. Upload your drawings on Drag, Drop, Source or send them to us by email, tell us your requirements and we will put you in contact with our manufacturing partners who will quote you directly.
• The MTA- The Manufacturing Technologies Association is the UK’ s trade association for companies in the manufacturing technology sector. MTA members design, manufacture and supply the advanced machinery, equipment and intellectual property that enable the creation of the products we rely on from day to day and that drive our economy.
• The BTMA- The BTMA is‘ THE’ Trade Association for highquality UK based Manufacturing Companies, producing precision turned parts and machined components. Members of the BTMA are proactive companies who, collectively, have raised the profile of the UK subcontract industry.
Membership of the association provides many benefits, including credibility by association, inclusive advertising and networking opportunities.
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