Essex Innovation Network
What is the Essex Innovation Network?
Innovation – the successful commercialisation of new ideas – is vital if we are to see our economy grow stronger and witness the emergence of a new generation of businesses able to compete in the international marketplace. The Essex Innovation Network, therefore, is working to create the best possible environment within Essex, Thurrock and Southend, that allows both new and existing businesses to exploit to the full potential of their new ideas and creativity.
The Essex Innovation Network offers a range of support under two programmes, 'New Ideas', for entrepreneurs and startup's, & 'Developing Innovative Businesses' for early stage and existing businesses. To access more information on these programmes please click here; or alternatively contact Simon Maidment on 01245 702417 or simon.maidment@exdra.co.uk
Latest news about the work of the Essex Innovation Network and related activity around the region is contained below.
Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Exhibition
Date: 16 September 2008
Book: Click here to book this course
16th to 19th of September 2008The biggest event of its kind in the region this year!
Hethel Engineering Centre in Norwich is hosting the second annual EAME event and it’s set to be even bigger and better than last year. EAME ’07 was a great success, with 56 trade & demonstration stands and 350 businesses from the region attending, all in one day!
PROGRAMME
16th Sept. EAME08
EAME08 opens with Trade Stands and Exhibitions, up to 70 stands show casing the region’s capabilities in engineering, manufacturing covering Marine, Aerospace and Automotive. Presentations and demonstrations will be through out the day of new processes, techniques, tools, and machinery as well as competitions, attractions VIP guests and media coverage.
17th Sept. EAME08 Sustainability Conference (Real Advice Forum)
The second day of EAME08© is dedicated to Sustainability, from Environmental and Energy consideration of Manufacturing through to Process and Business Sustainability. Special guest speakers from industry, academia, and governing bodies will give ‘real advice’ and raise topical debate on the subject of Sustainability.
18th and 19th Sept. Careers in Engineering Open Day
Opportunity for schools in the region to access the engineering and manufacturing sector and see what it really does. If your business is forward thinking, it’s looking to secure ties to the workforce of the future. And this can only happen if your business engages with your surrounding schools.
Hethel Engineering Centre, has endeavoured to keep the cost of hosting EAME08 to a minimum, and last year they were able to provide a successful event for regional and national delegates to attend for free. This year there is no change to that, and they endeavour to make EAME a free to attend event permanently. Through sponsorship the cnetre has been able to reduce the potential cost to exhibitors and is offering space at the venue at £55+vat per square metre. Stand space gives your company the opportunity to showcase what your business is capable of. From services to actual products, business grows on the ability to touch feel and see the potential that you are offering.
To book discuss your stand requirements please call Dorian or Sally on 01953 859100 or email enquiries@hethelcentre.com quoting ‘EAME08 Exhibitor’ in the subject line.
