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Industry leaders are set to headline an engineering and manufacturing event as anticipation builds for its biggest edition yet.
Hayley Dexis, in partnership with WD-40, will be the headline sponsor of EMCON 2027, organised by the Engineering and Manufacturing Network.
The conference will take place on Tuesday, April 20, at the Beacon of Light in Sunderland.
Nicky Webster of Hayley Dexis said: "Manufacturing thrives on strong partnerships, and EMCON embodies that spirit.
"We are committed to helping manufacturers improve performance and overcome challenges, so we are proud to support an event that champions collaboration and engineering excellence."
Firmly established as one of the UK’s leading events for the sector, EMCON connects manufacturers, engineers, technology providers, educators, and supply chain partners for a day of networking and knowledge sharing.
The event will cover the latest developments in digital manufacturing, automation, robotics, artificial intelligence, sustainability, and workforce development.
Zoe Grogan, key account manager at WD-40, said: "This is the perfect platform to connect with the people who keep industry moving every day.
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"Education has always been at the heart of what we do, and we are proud to support an event that drives innovation, collaboration and the future of UK manufacturing."
Richard Bradley, chair of the Engineering and Manufacturing Network, said: "Both organisations are recognised internationally for supporting manufacturers and their involvement reflects the growing importance of EMCON as a national event."
Attendees will explore innovations and opportunities shaping the future of UK manufacturing.