UK Manufacturing: Leading Through Change Roundtable

This exclusive, peer-led executive breakfast brings together senior decision-makers from across the UK manufacturing sector to explore one critical question:

How do you maintain – and accelerate – competitive advantage in a higher cost environment?

Designed specifically for Directors, CTOs, COOs and Managing Directors of UK manufacturing businesses as well as key influencers within the industry, this roundtable offers a confidential, high-value forum to share experiences, challenge assumptions and explore practical strategies.

Tuesday 21st April 2026 | From 9:00 – 11:30am
NEC Concourse Suite | Breakfast & refreshments provided

Spaces are limited to ensure a high-value, peer-led discussion. Pre-booking is required. Please complete the booking form to secure your place at this exclusive executive breakfast.

Full Agenda

Breakfast & hot drinks provided

Welcome & Executive Introductions (roundtable format)

Scene Setting: The State of UK Manufacturing

Peer-Led Discussion:

• Driving competitive advantage in a higher cost environment

• Navigating sustained cost pressures

• Addressing the skills gap and aging workforce

• Modernising legacy technologies while minimising risk

Key Reflections & Close

Parking validation at the NEC can be claimed after the roundtable.

Post-Event Insight Summary (shared with attendees in the follow-up after MACH exhibition)