Hall 5, NEC, Birmingham, UK

20th & 21st May, 2026

NEC, Birmigham UK

20th & 21st May, 2026

The UK Export Academy

The UK Export Academy is brought to you by the Department for Business & Trade (DBT) and is a free training programme for UK businesses looking to grow their international sales. Presented by expert speakers, these export workshops are delivered through a hybrid of online and face-to-face learning. Join hundreds of businesses like yours as we […]

Smart Solutions for Compliance: Leveraging Technology to Model and Prevent Pollution Incidents in line with C736 and BAT Standards

The environmental regulators sole interest is preventing water pollution with little concern for your budget restraints or disruption to your business. Environmental agencies often make recommendations that will undoubtedly address the issue but may involve dated techniques, technology or extensive civil works. During this presentation David will explain how using CIRIA 736 our evidenced based […]

Transforming Thermal Processes: The Impact of innovative Electrification in chemistry to Achieve Higher Efficiency and Yield in Chemical and Petrochemical

The Chemical and Petrochemical industries are developing and implementing a variety of solutions to decarbonize process heating equipment. Traditionally those industries have used gas fired burners as the heat source, which emit a large amount of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. One of the best way to decarbonize the Chemical Heat processes is to electrify […]

How Enhanced Reality technology increases operator competency and reduces human error

Retirement and turnover in the process industry (the great resignation) is impacting many manufacturing sites with severe “brain drain” at all levels, especially operators. The industry is searching for ways to make onboarding of new hires and plant specific qualification more efficient and effective. Traditional methods, like classroom training and shadowing experienced colleagues and SMEs […]

Navigating Global Chemical Compliance: Overcoming Regulatory Complexity with Automated Solutions

The ever-evolving landscape of global chemical regulations presents a significant challenge for companies striving to maintain compliance across multiple jurisdictions. From CLP and REACH in Europe to regional frameworks in the USA, China, and beyond, navigating this complexity requires meticulous Safety Data Sheet (SDS) management, accurate classification, and seamless documentation processes. Manual compliance efforts often […]

Increase productivity and reduce operational costs with Coriolis Flow technology

A look at how Coriolis flow technology delivers unmatched performance in mass flow and density measurement, reducing waste and eliminating expensive re-work. Focusing on performance and diagnostics to extend calibration intervals and minimise process shutdowns alongside developments that have reduced the meter weight and footprint. Resulting in easier installations and simplified planning whilst increasing safety.

AI-Enhanced Formulation Development in Modern ELN Software

In the specialty chemicals industry, researchers face increasing pressure to develop innovative formulations that meet high-performance standards, improve sustainability, and reduce costs. Achieving these objectives requires a shift from traditional trial-and-error experimentation toward data-driven approaches. Relying solely on manual synthesis and formulation techniques is no longer sufficient; modern digital tools such as Electronic Lab Notebooks […]

How to remain compliant under UK REACH through regulatory uncertainty

“The UK appears to have stalled with regards to the UK REACH Regulation, companies are left confused and unsure as to how best to bring themselves into compliance. In this presentation, WSP will provide you with an overview of UK REACH and the status; moving on to a best practice guide of how you can […]

“10 Minutes To Digital Manufacturing – How To Get Moving.”

Does the world of “Industry 4.0” and Digital Manufacturing still seem conceptual to you? Do you feel like there is no reality or pragmatism to digitalisation? Do huge terms like “machine learning” and “artificial intelligence” get thrown about without regard for basic monitoring or data capture from sensors? Is understanding digital technology like trying to […]