Championing local manufacturing and engineering
Northamptonshire
Manufacturing Week
Explore a week-long schedule of events
23 - 27 September 2024
Championing Local Industry
Join us for Northamptonshire Manufacturing Week, a vibrant, week-long celebration of the county's thriving industrial sector from 23 to 27 September 2024. This inaugural summit will bring together industry leaders, experts, local businesses, and key stakeholders from regional bodies, including local authorities, councils, chambers, and growth hubs. Attendees can participate in a diverse range of events, including webinars, seminars, workshops, factory tours, and panel discussions.
Highlights of the week include Make UK's National Manufacturing Day on 26th September, featuring events at Delapré Abbey and Vulcan Works in Northampton and a morning at Silverstone Museum on 27 September. Attendees can look forward to insightful discussions, networking opportunities, sampling local produce and explore the technology, support and innovations shaping the future of manufacturing.
Join us for webinars, seminars, workshops, panel discussions, and networking opportunities.
Supporters & Sponsors
Mon 23 Sept | 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Webinar
An Introduction to International Trade
Simon Elton-Thomson | Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce
Mon 23 Sept | 2:00pm - 2:45pm | Webinar
Empowering Women in Manufacturing: Insights and Inspiration
Eleanor Baker, Women Entrepreneurs, Social Sustainability and Business & Commercial at Lloyds Bank, Thomas Flude from Engineers Insight, Sarah Black-Smith from Siemens & Neo Chatyoka from Uhuru Botanicals
Mon 23 Sept | 3:00pm - 5:00pm | In-Person Workshop
Creating Your Manufacturing Growth Roadmap
Alastair McLeod | Business Doctor
Capacity: Limited to 12 places
Location: 5 Pedigree Farm, Althorp Estate, Northampton NN7 4HE
Parking: Free parking included
Refreshments: Includes a delicious cream tea and refreshments! Arrive hungry.
Tue 24 Sept | 10:00am - 10:30am | Webinar
Manufacturing Solutions for Sage 50
Martin Conner | CIM Software Ltd
Tue 24 Sept | 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Webinar
Manufacturing Solutions for Sage 200: Works Order Processing (WOP), Material & Resource Planning (MRP) & Shop Floor Data Capture (SFDC)
Nikki Wright | Sicon
Tue 24 Sept | 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Webinar
4 Common Innovation & Productivity Themes Being Adopted by UK Manufacturing Businesses
Steve Morris | Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC Coventry)
Wed 25 Sept | 9:30am - 11:00am | In-Person Seminar
Optimising Financials: Maximise ERP Efficiency & Master Tax Strategies and R&D Credits
Will Amos & Aaron Hemmington | Hawsons Chartered Accountants
Alex Hamp | Paradise Computing
Location: Reed, Brackmills Business Park, 900 Pavilion Drive, Northampton, NN4 7RG
Parking: Free parking included
Wed 25 Sept | 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Webinar
Securing the Supply Chain: AI-Enabled Cyber Threats for Manufacturing and Logistics
Phil Martin | Acronis
Wed 25 Sept | 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Webinar
Smart Manufacturing: Embracing Digital Transformation
Dorian Smellie, CEO of Total Control Pro
Thu 26 Sept | 12:00pm - 1:00pm | In-Person
Manufacturing Panel Discussion
Compere: Kevin Rogers, Partner, Dispute Resolution | Wilson Browne Solicitors
Expert Panel:
- Compere: Kevin Rogers,Partner at Wilson Browne Solicitors
- Junuz Jakupović, Head of SME Partnerships, Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC), Midlands
- Adam Lawton, The Northamptonshire Manufacturing Forum
- Greg Ward, Principal Regeneration Officer, North Northamptonshire Council
- Dr Mahmoud Moradi, Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering, University of Northampton
- Paul Granfield, Head of Engineering Employer Partnerships in Northamptonshire, Tresham College
- Jake Davey, Artisan Signs
Location: Delapré Abbey, London Road, Northampton NN4 8AW
Parking: Free visitor parking
Thu 26 Sept | 1:00pm - 2:00pm | In-Person
Networking & Nibbles: Made in Northamptonshire (MiN) showcasing their locally produced food and drink
Rachel Mallows MBE
Location: Delapré Abbey, London Road, Northampton NN4 8AW
Parking: Free visitor parking
Thu 26 Sept | 3:00pm - 4:00pm | In-Person
Unlocking Growth: Expert Insights on Business Funding & Grants
West Northamptonshire Council, South Midlands Growth Hub, Business and IP Centre (BIPC), University of Bedfordshire, Lloyds Banking Group
Capacity: Limited to 30 places
Location: Vulcan Works, 34-38 Guildhall Road, Northampton, NN1 1EW
Parking: Public car parks and metered street parking nearby (bring loose change)
Fri 27 Sept | 8:30am - 10:00am | In-Person
Northamptonshire Manufacturing Forum
Contact Adam Lawton at UoN
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