HS2 - CONNECT & INNOVATE

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Wednesday, 28 June, 2017 - 09:00 to 15:30

HS2 - CONNECT & INNOVATE

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Join leading lights of industry, innovation and the HS2 wider community as we collaborate and rise to the challenges laid down by HS2 Ltd.

Our unique match-making event will help innovative SMEs understand how they can supply HS2, by speaking to world class suppliers responding to challenges set by the tier one contractors. Ultimately it's all about us all collaborating together in an ongoing search for faster, safer, leaner and greener 'ways of doing things'.

Come along to find out more about new and 'about to launch' innovative developments which could benefit your workforce as the enabing and main civils work commence. Network and meet new contacts, take a peek towards the industry in 2026 and enjoy a high growth masterclass to help you transform your business.

Agenda:

09:00 - 10:00 Refreshments, networking and exhibition

UNDERSTANDING HS2

10:00 - 10:05 Open and welcome, Dave Harris, A-Plant and CONNECT

10:05 - 10:20 HS2 - a catalyst for growth, Andy Street, Mayor of the West Midlands

10:20 - 10:40 Challenges facing HS2 contractors

10:40 - 11:00 CONNECT - embracing innovation, Dave Harris, A-Plant and CONNECT

11:00 - 11:20 Innovative solutions to create real added value Tim Burnhope, Chief Innovation Officer, JCB

11:20 - 11:30 Opportunities beyond ‘building a railway’ Craig Wakeman, West Midlands Combined Authority 11:30 - 11:45 Taking your idea to market - the Innovation Capability Maturity Model (ICMM) Hugo Russell, Innovation Birmingham

11:45 - 12:30 Networking buffet and exhibition

OPTIONAL MASTERCLASSES

12:30 - 13:00 Graphene 2026 - the future of construction and infrastructure? James Baker, the National Graphene Institute

13:00 - 14:00 Winning work via the Value Proposition Steve Young, Winning Pitch

14:00 - 14:10 Skills for HS2 Clair Mowbray, Chief Executive of the National College for High Speed Rail

14:10 - 14:15 Thank you and next steps Dave Harris

14:15 - 15:00 Networking and exhibition

Please note that a variety of other workshops and exhibition stands will be available throughout the day. NB The atrium theatre capacity is 200 seats and so once you have registered your interest in the various elements of the day we will contact you with joining details and try our best to accommodate your exact requests.

Please book sooner rather than later to avoid disappointment!

We look forward to seeing you at what promises to be a very exciting and high energy day!

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