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Discover how to do More With Less at WEAF’s Annual Conference & Expo 2025
Shape the Future of SW Aerospace & Advanced Engineering
Gain exclusive insights from Primes, tackle key challenges, and seize new opportunities.
Your voice matters – share your expertise and engage directly with industry leaders.
EXPLORE industry topics, supply chain strategies, digitalisation, & competitiveness.
LEARN exclusive insights from industry leaders on securing opportunities & overcoming challenges.
EMPOWER your business & your team.
Agenda:
08:30 – Arrival registration, refreshments & networking
09:15 – Opening of Event
09:20 – Introduction: Colin Turner, WEAF CEO
09:30 – Industry & Political Overview: Aimie Stone, ADS Chief Economist
09:45 – Keynote Speaker
10:00 – Prime Panel Session
10:45 – Refreshment & Networking Break
11:15 – Disruptive Technology Panel Session
12:00 – Morning wrap up
12:05 – Lunch & Networking Break
13:05 – Welcome Back, What have we learned so far?
13:10 – Introduction to WEAF Action Groups
13:30 – Business Operations Panel Session
14:25 – Motivational Speaker: Simon Mann
15:00 – Round Up
16:15 – Capability Pitches
*Please note that the agenda is subject to change.
B2B Capability Pitches:
We’re pleased to announce that during the event, we will be hosting a dedicated one-hour Capability Pitch session, with 10-15 minute slots, which is designed specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises to showcase their innovation to a select group of interested customers.
This unique opportunity will be structured as an introductory pitch, allowing you to present your capabilities.
Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis! They will be allocated to WEAF members first.
If you’re interested in participating, please send your expression of interest to events@weaf.co.uk, by 10th April to secure your spot.
Commodity List:
- Maintenance Repair and Overhaul
- Ground Support Equipment services
- Tooling and calibration
- Paints, Oils, Lubricants, and Sealants (POLS)
- Artificial Intelligence Consulting Specialists, Artificial Intelligence Assurance Services.
- Suppliers with credibility and pedigree working in the National Security space in DevSecOps, Cloud, and Software Development specialisms.
- AWS Partner consultancies.
- Cloud migration specialists
- Telescopic masts – particularly automated.
- 18m Lattice masts
- Sustainable power generation e.g. tactical solar panels, fuel cells etc.
- Rugged Uninterruptible Power Supplies (off the shelf preferred).
- Bespoke Rugged Cases design and manufacture.
- T Health Check (ITHC) services.
- Test House Capabilities: environmental and EMC test houses for products.
- Digital processors
- RF processors
- Quantum technology
- Connectivity between all assets
- Interoperability
- Optical comms
- Resilient networks
- AI/ML
- Mission planning innovation
- Autonomy
- Computer perception
- Image Processing
- Compound semiconductors
- High temperature electronics
- Human system integration
- Non-GPS navigation
- Disruptive additive manufacturing
- Materials (Innovative/Affordable/Protection/Survivability)
- Metamaterials
- Novel Propulsion
Don’t miss out on this chance to connect and collaborate with industry leaders in the South West’s aerospace and advanced manufacturing/engineering!
Thank you to our event sponsors:
We have a limited number of sponsorship packages available, please email events@weaf.co.uk for more information.
Join Us for the Exclusive Pre-Expo Dinner!
Before the official start of the Conference we’re hosting an exclusive Pre-Expo Dinner – a perfect opportunity to network with fellow industry leaders, discuss key topics, and set the stage for the event.
Date: 29th April 2024
Time: 19:30
Location: The Royal Hotel, W-S-M
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Enjoy a relaxed evening of great conversation and dine in a fabulous location. This is the ideal chance to mingle with peers and speakers ahead of the conference and expo.
Spaces are limited, so be sure to RSVP early! Book your place here >>
Fancy staying the night?
Preferential rates are available for delegates that wish the stay the night at The Royal Hotel. Simply call the Hotel on 020 302 76614 and quote WEAF to book.
