PECM Issue 34 2018 | Page 45

procurement professionals with unrivalled networking and business development opportunities. And it’s not just about selling, it’s about finding out the latest developments in high value manufacturing.” As a key networking opportunity accredited by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Accreditation Service, the open conference is not one to miss. You will have free access to more than 200 presentations and case studies from a raft of OEMs and high-profile speakers in six open forums to suit your business needs and interests. At the show you can see a variety of cutting edge technology, materials and show floor features from exhibitors with plenty of time to meet engineering supply chain professionals. New innovations and technologies are guaranteed to take centre stage, presented by a number of start-ups, SMEs and national research initiatives. With such a variety of expertise, Advanced Engineering 2018 is this Autumn’s unmissable trade show. Advanced Engineering 2018 takes place on the 31 October and 1 November in halls 2, 3 and 3a at the NEC. For more information, to exhibit, or to secure your free ticket for the show, visit: www.advancedengineeringuk. com or follow on Twitter via #AEUK18 for regular updates. Issue 34 PECM 45