Opening Keynote Address: From Hidden Strength to Global Spotlight: The Rise of the UK’s Advanced Ceramics Cluster
Friday, 11 April 2025
Opening Keynote Address from Stage Sponsor, AMRICC
Once a quiet strength of the UK’s manufacturing heritage, ceramics are now stepping back into the global spotlight—driven by a thriving cluster building off traditional strengths but bolstered by a strong sense of innovation and future-focused ambition. This keynote charts the journey from regional expertise to national and international recognition, powered by the AMRICC Centre, Lucideon, and the MICG. Together, they are transforming an often-overlooked material into a vital enabler of sustainability, security, and competitiveness across many industries. Discover how this growing Advanced Ceramics cluster is positioning the UK at the forefront of cutting-edge manufacturing through unique materials critical to a resilient, high-tech future.