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Advanced Engineering 2026

Stand T175

Location:

NEC, Birmingham

Date:

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 - Thu, 05 Nov 2026

Turning innovation into industrial impact

UK manufacturers are under pressure to increase productivity, adopt new technologies and bring new products to market faster.

At Advanced Engineering 2026, NCC will showcase how we help businesses overcome these challenges - combining engineering expertise, advanced facilities, digital technologies and industry partnerships to turn innovation into industrial impact.

From helping SMEs take the next step in their growth to supporting established manufacturers to adopt and validate new technologies, our team will be at the NEC Birmingham sharing practical examples of innovation in action. 

NCC experts will also share insights on materials, digital and AI, and the future of manufacturing across a range of speaking sessions.

Meet the team at Advanced Engineering 2026 -  Stand T175.

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Developing the materials, products and processes that will define our future.

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Supporting businesses to grow and scale

NCC helps SMEs and scale-ups overcome barriers, connects businesses with engineering expertise, programmes, investment opportunities and supply chains to support sustainable growth.

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Smart sensing system

Working with NCC, Priority One developed and validated an enclosure for sensors monitoring strain, temperature and vibration. The project helped establish a clear route from early concept towards a deployable sensing system.

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Composite manufacturing

Working with NCC, Creative Composites validated and optimised the manufacture of a composite hydrofoil control surface. The project helped establish a robust, repeatable manufacturing process for a next-generation electric vessel.

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Reimagining rail electrification

Working with NCC, Furrer+Frey developed I-CAGE, a lighter, self-insulating composite rail cantilever. The project progressed from early design feasibility through to full-scale prototype manufacture.

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Accelerating industrial AI and digital adoption

Through programmes including Made Smarter, NCC helps manufacturers identify opportunities, test new approaches and adopt digital technologies with confidence. Our engineering expertise and industrial test beds help businesses validate solutions, reduce risk and build the evidence needed for investment.

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Unlocking efficient manufacturing

Working with NCC through Made Smarter, GingerBeard’s Preserves explored equipment options to increase output. The project identified potential time, labour and cost savings to support future investment.

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Scaling Stoaked

Working with NCC through Made Smarter, Stoaked brought laser cutting in-house to overcome production bottlenecks. Lead times fell from weeks to days, while component costs reduced by around 50%.

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AI for engineering

Through NCC’s access to Isambard-AI, manufacturers can explore how AI could solve real engineering challenges. This includes analysing complex data, and accelerating new technologies.

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Building the skills for the future of manufacturing

NCC works with employers to understand changing workforce requirements and develop practical training that responds to industry need - from composite manufacturing and advanced materials to emerging digital technologies.

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Closing the skills gap

NCC works with industry to address practical skills gaps that can limit production and technology adoption. Training is designed around manufacturers’ needs, bringing relevant learning closer to the workshop floor.

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Bespoke composite training

NCC developed bespoke composite repair training for GE Aerospace, built around its day-to-day working environment. The practical three-day programme helped technicians build skills and confidence they could apply directly.

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Skills for advanced materials

Realising the potential of Ceramic Matrix Composites requires the right skills. NCC is helping industry build the practical knowledge and capability needed to manufacture with advanced materials at scale.

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