Fireside Chat: Advanced Ceramics Solutions in an Ever-Harsher World
Thursday, 14 May 2026
This high level fireside discussion brings together senior leaders from industry, academia, and government to explore how advanced ceramics can underpin national resilience, security and competitiveness in an increasingly challenging global environment.
Covering themes such as secure and sovereign materials supply chains, the role of advanced materials in defence and critical infrastructure, and skills and workforce development for the future, the session is designed to be interactive and audience engaging. Drawing on real world insight rather than formal presentations, the discussion will examine how collaboration across sectors can accelerate innovation, strengthen UK capability and ensure long term industrial resilience.