Meet the Buyer launches at Advanced Engineering 2024
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Over 300+ supplier meetings will be available across the two days, providing an opportunity for innovative SMEs to explore business opportunities and for buyers to discover novel capabilities. ADS have 14 buyers confirmed so far including Airbus Defence and Space, Cranfield Aerospace Solutions and MBDA with more to follow.
Registration deadline for suppliers is 4th October.
As Advanced Engineering approaches, the event is adding more cutting-edge technologies and products to be showcased on the exhibition floor, including the debut of Flux Aviation's prototype electric aircraft. Flux Aviation, an innovative start-up on a mission to accelerate the transition of aviation towards electric power, is making waves in the industry having recently been recognised as the ‘Most promising solution by Innovation Zero,’ ‘Manufacturing Start-up of the Year by Made in the Midlands’ and Cleantech Startup of the Year by the Midlands Startup Awards. At the show, attendees will have the opportunity to see their groundbreaking aircraft prototype.
Also joining the lineup is ZeroAvia, a provider of hydrogen-electric propulsion and fueling solutions that will be presenting their hydrogen electric powertrain and fuel cell demonstrators. The company, which was named America’s number one green tech company by TIME magazine last year, continues to push the envelope in sustainable aviation and will provide an in-depth look at their innovative approach to zero-emission flight at Advanced Engineering this year.
In addition, the Markforged reseller of high-end 3D printers, Mark3D, will be showcasing the UAV Sensus Drone and Robo Challenge's Spectre Robot for those interested in the latest in drone and robotics technology. These cutting-edge technologies promise to draw in visitors with their advanced capabilities.
The University of Southampton will also be bringing their electric Formula Student car to the event, offering a firsthand look at the future of motorsport engineering. Here, the student-driven project exemplifies the fusion of education and innovation in the electric vehicle space.
Meanwhile BEDEO, a British electric vehicle supplier and manufacturer, will host a live interactive demonstration of their electrification retrofit technology. This will showcase the transformation of a van into a fully electric vehicle, a hands-on exhibit allowing visitors to see the electrification process in action.
Autonomous vehicles will also be in the spotlight, with Ohmio unveiling its autonomous shuttle, a self-driving vehicle designed to enhance public transport efficiency and safety. Vehicles from Nissan and RML, a leading high performance automotive engineering company, are expected to make an appearance at the show too.
In the marine sector, ARGO Engineering will introduce their DynaProa and FastRig Windwing concepts, offering innovative offerings for wind-assisted propulsion in marine transport.
“Advanced Engineering continues to be a platform for groundbreaking innovations across sectors,” said Alison Willis, CEO of Easyfairs UK & Global, the organiser of Advanced Engineering. “This year’s lineup further reinforces our commitment to showcasing the very best in engineering and manufacturing across a range of applications.
“A common theme that flows through a lot of these demonstrations is sustainability — whether it's through electrification, hydrogen power or wind energy. These innovations are not only shaping the future of our industries but also addressing the urgent need for cleaner, greener solutions too. We look forward to seeing how they will inspire people to work in STEM, while ensuring knowledge exchange and collaboration.”
