EVENT OVERVIEW:
We are delighted to partner with our colleagues at the Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre of Excellence (AMTCE) who will host the first All-Island Advanced & Sustainable Manufacturing Networking & Expo Event in Dundalk on Thursday 5th November 2026 and you can view the full agenda HERE.
This event will convene manufacturing SMEs, industry leaders, researchers, training experts and policymakers from across the island of Ireland to accelerate cross-border collaboration in advanced and sustainable manufacturing and explore the technologies transforming manufacturing including:
AI & Intelligent Operations
Discover how manufacturers are using AI, analytics and automation to improve decision-making, quality and operational performance.
Industrial Connectivity & Data
Learn how to connect systems, machines and data sources to create intelligent, connected operations.
Smart Factories & Automation
Explore the technologies enabling increased productivity, efficiency and flexibility.
Secure Digital Adoption
Understand how to scale transformation programmes while managing risk, cyber security and governance.
Real Manufacturing Case Studies
Hear directly from organisations delivering measurable results through digital innovation.
Sustainability
Learn how advanced manufacturing helps sustainability by producing more with less material, energy, waste and emissions while also enabling technologies needs.
WHY ATTEND?
- Seeing how the future of advanced and sustainable manufacturing and related training programmes are being strengthened on the Island of Ireland
- Speaking directly with equipment vendors and browse exhibitions
- Be part of the discussion. Have your say on the latest challenges facing the robotics and automation industry on the Island of Ireland
- Networking with like-minded industry peers, researchers, trainers, start-up founders and future workforce participants
- Meeting potential collaborators and integrators from the advanced manufacturing and sustainable sector on the Island of Ireland
- Exploring training offerings for your current and future workforce
- Meeting students displaying their 3D Designed Products on the All-Ireland Advanced Manufacturing Pathways Schools Programme
- Seeing live demonstrations highlighting digital factory, integrated design and engineering, additive manufacturing, AR/VR, robotics and digital manufacturing
- Listening to expert keynote speakers from key stakeholders and industry, as well as leading digital leaders, innovators, trainers and start-ups
- Touring AMTCE’s cutting-edge facilities and engage directly with trainers and facility management and staff
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:
- Belfast Met
- Bormac
- Dublin Belfast Economic Corridor
- Dundalk Chamber of Commerce
- Dundalk Institute of Technology
- Invest Northern Ireland
- Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade
- North East Regional Skills Forum
- Southern Regional College