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We are pleased to announce an exclusive invitation to its members for the Advanced Manufacturing Roundtable Lunch, hosted by Flanders Make and Flanders Investment & Trade (FIT). This event aims to foster collaboration and partnerships between Flanders Make and UK-based organisations in the fields of digitalisation, AI, robotics, automotive, aviation materials, batteries, and electrification. The focus will be on promoting long-lasting developments and addressing challenges in moving towards Industry 4.0 and 5.0, while positioning Flanders as a collaborative hub.
Event Details:
• Date: September 19, 2024
• Venue: Hotel Du Vin, Birmingham
Programme:
The event will commence with an introduction to Flanders Make, featuring insights from their CEO, Grisja Lobbestael, and CTO, Koen Maertens. This will be followed by discussions on Flanders Make’s roadmap, exploring potential partnerships with participating companies, and re-engaging with European research organisations post-Brexit. A networking lunch will provide an opportunity to connect with industry peers, including medium to large manufacturing companies and key stakeholders.
Key Participants:
• Flanders Make: A leading research organisation at the forefront of industrial research, focusing on digitalisation and AI.
• Flanders Investment & Trade (FIT): Serving as the primary liaison for international business in Flanders, FIT supports both British companies and Flanders-based organisations, facilitating their expansion into the region.
• Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC): A world-class centre for advanced manufacturing research and development, AMRC collaborates with industry leaders to drive innovation and improve productivity.
• Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC): Specialising in the development and application of advanced manufacturing and digital technologies, MTC works with partners to bridge the gap between academia and industry.
Target Audience:
The roundtable lunch is targeted at companies in the manufacturing, automotive, aviation, electrification and battery sectors. The event is open to SMEs (50 or more employees), mid-caps, and large groups/multinationals.
Objective:
The primary objective of this event is to showcase advanced manufacturing excellence, explore synergies, and highlight future opportunities for Flemish-British collaboration and growth in the post-Brexit landscape. By bringing together key players from both regions, the event aims to foster long-lasting partnerships and drive innovation in the industry.
Quote by Flanders Make’s CEO, Grisja Lobbestael: “Flanders Make is constantly expanding its network of partners in Europe and we’re looking forward to co-hosting a collaborative lunch meeting in Birmingham. The UK R&D ecosystem is known as one of the most innovative and we’re eager to explore concrete collaboration opportunities, such as Horizon Europe projects, within the advanced manufacturing sector in a post-Brexit landscape.”
Registration:
Companies interested in attending the Advanced Manufacturing Roundtable Lunch are encouraged to sign up quickly via the provided link, as availability is limited and spots will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. This is a unique opportunity to engage with industry leaders, explore collaborative opportunities, and contribute to the advancement of the manufacturing sector.
For more information and to register, please visit the this link.
Contact: For further details, please contact Oriane Yehoshua, Investment Advisor at Flanders Investment & Trade – oriane.yehoshua@flanders.co.uk.