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We would like to thank all out sponsors, exhibitors and attendees for your support.
10+
Speakers
20+
Exhibitors
3
Case Studies
3
Keynotes
Meet our Speakers
10+
Speakers
20+
Exhibitors
3
Case Studies
3
Keynotes
Cutting-edge
Technology
Featuring a comprehensive exhibition of the latest advancements in semiconductor technology. Explore cutting-edge equipment, materials, and processes that are shaping the future of the industry.
Expert
Speakers
Renowned experts and industry leaders deliver keynote speeches and presentations, sharing valuable insights into the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in semiconductor manufacturing.
Networking
Opportunities
Participants have the chance to connect with professionals from various sectors of the semiconductor industry, fostering collaborations, partnerships, and the exchange of ideas.
Industry Trends and Forecasting
Gain valuable information about market dynamics, emerging technologies, and strategic insights that can guide your decision-making processes in this rapidly evolving industry.
Emerging
semiconductor trends
Scientific innovation is delivering new materials and process techniques at pace, which in turn is driving a rapid expansion in device categories and applications. In this session, we hear from industry leaders who are pushing the boundaries of materials and process to unlock new market possibilities.
Scaling up for
business success
As a soon to be $1Tn industry, success in the semiconductor business depends on delivering at scale. In this session, we hear how UK companies are successfully scaling up their operations to compete at a global level.
Global
supply chains
Collaboration across a complex chain of global supply partners is a key success factor in the semiconductor industry. In this session, we will learn where the UK sits within these global supply chains from leaders in power electronics, system design, packaging and test.
UK opportunities
in a global market
In this session, we will hear from the US and Europe about their activities to support the semiconductor sector and what partnership opportunities this brings for the UK, together with a view into future emerging technologies and markets from a UK research perspective
Conference
Agenda
Note, reception and breaks will all take place in the Exhibition Area
| 08:30am | Registration & Refreshments | |
| 09:20am | Welcome & Introduction: Charles Sturman, CEO Techworks & Adam Wood, Network Manager, NMI | |
| 09:30am | Headline Sponsor: Veno Naidoo & Andrew Elliott, ZEISS | |
| 09:45am | Part 1: Emerging Semiconductor Trends | |
| Case Study #1 – Fab and end-user co-development: Andrew McKee, Sivers Photonics | ||
| Creating and scaling a new materials business in the UK: Tony Pearce, Paragraf | ||
| Pivoting for Success – Driving future applications through continued innovation: Arwel Evans, Plessey Semiconductors | ||
| Panel Discussion: Andrew McKee (Sivers Photonics), Tony Pearce (Paragraf Ltd), Arwel Evans (Plessey Semiconductors) and moderated by Edmund Linfield (Henry Royce Institute) | ||
| 11:10am | Coffee Break | |
| 11:40am | Part 2: Scaling up for business success | |
| Case Study #2 – Collaborative success: supplier-customer dynamics in semiconductor smart manufacturing: Mark Yeates, INFICON & Mike Heape, Plessey Semiconductors | ||
| Scaling new technology in a new market : Dr. J. Iwan Davies, IQE | ||
| Ramping the UK’s first 300mm FlexIC Wafer Fab: Shane Geary, Pragmatic Semiconductors | ||
| Panel discussion: Mark Yeates (INFICON), Mike Heape (Plessey Semiconductor), Iwan Davies (IQE), Shane Geary (Pragmatic Semiconductor Limited) and moderated by Charles Sturman (Techworks) | ||
| 13:05pm | Lunch Break |
| 14:10pm | Part 3: Global supply chains | |
| Case Study #3 – Paolo Bargiacchi, McLaren Applied | ||
| Extending the CMOS technology roadmap with system technology co-optimization: James Myers, IMEC | ||
| How will advanced packaging change the supply chain? Paul Jarvie, CSA Catapult | ||
| The Future of European OSAT supply chains: Matt Booker, ALTER TECHNOLOGY TUV NORD UK Ltd | ||
| Panel discussion: Paolo Bargiacchi (McLaren Applied), James Myers (IMEC), Paul Jarvie (CSA Catapult) and Matt Booker (ALTER TECHNOLOGY TUV NORD UK Ltd) moderated by Prof. John Goodenough, The University of Sheffield | ||
| 15:55am | Coffee Break | |
| 16:25pm | Part 4: UK opportunities in a global market | |
| U.S Perspective CHIPS and Science Act: Brenda VanHorn, U.S. Department of Commerce | ||
| Green Semi Fabrication: Linda Molnar, U.S National Science Foundation | ||
| European perspective & the EU CHIPS Act: Álvaro García-Delgado, EU Counsellor for Digital Affairs and Space Policy | ||
| The UK semiconductor landscape: Charles Sturman, Techworks | ||
| UK innovation for future semiconductor industries: Professor Edmund Linfield, Royce Institute | ||
| 17:40pm | Wrap-up, Closing session with Adam Wood, TechWorks | |
| 17:45pm | Drinks reception with Craig Lynch, PTW |
Crowne Plaza
Liverpool City Centre
The Crowne Plaza Liverpool Hotel is magnificently situated in the heart of the city centre, sitting adjacent to the iconic Royal Liver Building with stunning views of the River Mersey.
Ideally situated in close proximity to a host of major attractions in Liverpool, including the BT Convention Centre, Marks and Spencer Arena, Liverpool ONE retail and leisure complex, Tate Liverpool and Anfield Stadium. The Crowne Plaza Liverpool Hotel is the ideal base for your stay, whether it is for business or pleasure.
Sponsorship Options
Gold Sponsor
Maximize your conference impact with on-stage banner, speaking opportunities, exhibition booth, extensive visibility…and more!
- Sponsor mention by the conference host in both opening & closing sessions
- Option to participate in the conference (speaker or panel session) subject to relevance of content
- Add a branded item to the NMI goody bag (item to be supplied by sponsor
- 6ft table in the exhibition hall for demos and marketing material, with extra space for a pop-up display or 2 roller banners
- Access to power
- Full Page advert in the electronic Conference Proceedings Booklet
- Access to power
- Company logo will feature on the conference website, event promotions, at the event and in printed materials
- Social Media & Newsletter sponsor announcement
- Opportunity to provide blog post materials for the NMI website, newsletter social media channels consistent with the conference theme
- Complimentary delegate tickets for 6 staff, clients & prospects to attend the conference and drinks reception
Silver Sponsor
Increase your brand awareness with an exhibition table, advert in the proceedings, blog posting opportunities and free delegate tickets…and more!
- Sponsor mention by the conference host in both opening & closing sessions
- Add a branded item to the NMI goody bag (item to be supplied by sponsor)
- 6ft table in the exhibition hall for demos and marketing material, with space for a roller banner
- Access to power
- Half page advert in the electronic Conference Proceedings Booklet
- Company logo will feature on the conference website, event promotions, at the event and in printed materials
- Social Media & Newsletter sponsor announcement
- Opportunity to provide blog post materials for the NMI website, newsletter & social media channels consistent with the conference theme
- Complimentary delegate tickets for 4 staff, clients & prospects to attend the conference and drinks reception
Exhibitor plans
Shell Stand
Our premium Exhibitor package
- 3x2m shell structure exhibition space with company logo on booth (Headline sponsor gets first choice of booth location )
- 1 to 2 tables and chairs supplied. Space for own pop-up display and / or roller banners
- Access to power
- Company featured in the exhibitor guide and on the NMI website
- Complimentary delegate tickets for 4 staff, clients & prospects to attend the conference and drinks reception
Full Tabletop
Our great-value standard package
- 6ft table in the exhibition hall for demos and marketing material, with space for a roller banner
- Access to power
- Company featured in the exhibitor guide and on the NMI website
- Complimentary delegate tickets for 2 staff, clients & prospects to attend the conference and drinks reception
Looking to sponsor multiple TechWorks events this year?