SAMPE UK & Ireland Annual Seminar 2026: Advanced Materials & Manufacturing: From Microstructures to Megastructures
20th May, 2026. Sigmatex, Runcorn.
The SAMPE UK & Ireland Annual Conference 2026 brought together professionals from across the advanced materials and manufacturing sector for a day of technical presentations, industry discussion and networking.
Hosted at Sigmatex in Runcorn, the conference explored the theme “Advanced Materials & Manufacturing: From Microstructures to Megastructures”, showcasing the latest developments in materials, processes and manufacturing technologies.
2026 Conference Review
The 2026 Annual Conference brought together professionals from industry, academia and research organisations, providing a platform for knowledge sharing, technical discussion and collaboration across the advanced materials community.
The programme featured presentations from experts across the sector, covering topics including advanced materials development, manufacturing innovation, process optimisation and emerging industry challenges. Throughout the day, delegates gained valuable insight into the technologies and approaches helping to shape the future of engineering and manufacturing.
Alongside the technical sessions, attendees had the opportunity to network with peers, exchange ideas and build new connections across industry and academia. These conversations remain a key part of the event, helping to strengthen collaboration across the SAMPE community.
Thank you to everyone who attended, presented and supported the 2026 Annual Conference, including our speakers, sponsors and hosts at Sigmatex.
Photo Gallery
Take a look at some of the highlights from the SAMPE UK & Ireland Annual Conference 2026.
