Tuesday, 27 October

CECE Internal Meetings

📍 IET London – Savoy Place

• 09:00 – 12:30 · Board
• 12:30 – 13:30 · Lunch Break 🥗
• 13:30 – 17:00 · General Assembly
• 14:00 – 17:00 · Statistical Commission

Tuesday Evening · 19:00

Welcome Drinks 🍹🏅 Supported by CATERPILLAR
& Welcome Dinner 🍽️ 🏅 Wine Supported by PLANTWORX

📍 IET London – Savoy Place

• A relaxed evening, open to all Congress attendees, to officially open the CECE Congress and reconnect with colleagues in an informal and welcoming setting. The Welcome Drinks and Dinner includes (weather permitting) access to the IET Roof Terrace, offering unparalleled views across London.  

👚 Dress code: Business casual

Wednesday, 28 October

Plenary Session · 9:00-17:30

📍 IET London – Savoy Place

• 🎤 Moderated by Riccardo VIAGGI, CECE Secretary General
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  💬 Welcome address
  by Phil LAYTON, CECE President
  
  💬 "Understanding the UK-EU manufacturing landscape"
  by Stephen PHIPSON, Chief Executive of Make UK
  
  💬 Keynote on geopolitical situation: ”Navigating volatility: Strategic choices in a shifting global economy”
  by Joe NELLIS, Emeritus Professor of Global Economy
   
  💡 CREATE: The Power of Creative Thinking
  by Koorosh SHOJAEI, Automotive Designer, Design Strategist and Industry Advisor
  
  🥗 Networking Coffee Break 🏅 Supported by Trackunit
  
  
• 💡 INNOVATE: From Idea to Industry Impact
  by Jason BEVAN, Head of Creative Development and VP European Marketing, Warner Bros (2018-2020)
  
  💡 INSPIRE: Turning Vision into Action
  by Samantha RENNISON, Founder of The Experience Effect & Former Chief Superintendent (UK Policing)
  
  🥗 Networking Lunch Break 🏅 Supported by CESAR
  
  💬 Panel debate: “How young people view creativity, innovation and career pathways in a rapidly changing world”
  moderated by Ann WATSON, Chief Executive Officer of Enginuity Group
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  🥗 Networking Coffee Break 🏅 Supported by Trackunit
  
  💬 Inspirational session: “The power of contradiction: Leading, creating and thriving through change”
  by Stewart HILL, Former British Army officer, brain injury survivor and leadership expert
  
  💬 Conclusions
  by Phil LAYTON, CECE President

Wednesday Evening · 18:00

River Cruise & Gala Dinner 🚢 🏅 Supported by JCB

📍 Woods Quay

• An exclusive networking experience that blends a picturesque river cruise with the official Congress Gala Dinner. Enjoy a relaxed and memorable atmosphere as you continue meaningful conversations, build new relationships and strengthen professional connections - all while taking in stunning views along the water.
  
  👚 Dress code: Formal

Thursday, 29 October

📍 IET London – Savoy Place