Connected Places Summit 2026 Agenda

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Tracks

Wednesday 18 March

Keynote speech

9:30–11:00

90m

Erika Lewis, CEO of Connected Places Catapult, will open the Summit with a keynote address setting the scene for the year ahead,reflecting on current market dynamics and the opportunities shaping the transport and construction sectors. She will outline how business growthand targeted support for high-potential SMEs can drive stronger economic outcomes for the UK in 2025 and beyond.

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This fireside chat brings together leaders high-growth SMEs, and Connected Places Catapult to explore how scaling businesses are driving productivity, innovation adoption, and economic growth across the UK. The discussion will unpack the opportunities and barriers facing high-potential companies, and the support they need to accelerate commercial success in key sectors.

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This panel brings together influential regional leaders who are driving business growth and innovation across the UK, each playing a pivotal role in shaping the economic future of their cities and regions. Through their perspectives, the session will explore how place-based leadership, strategic investment, and partnerships with high-potential businesses can unlock long-term prosperity and transform local economies.

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Opening Keynotes

Grand Hall

Networking break and Visit exhibitors

11:00–11:30

30m

Day 1

11:30–13:00

Transport

How will we move tomorrow?

Transport | How will we move tomorrow?

How will we move tomorrow?

As the UK reaches a critical turning point in its transport evolution, this session will challenge assumptions about whether moving away from car dependency is desirable,feasible, or even fair. Through real-world case studies and expert insights on equity, accessibility, travel behaviour and rural mobility, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of what a truly people-centred, less car-reliant future could look like.

11:30-13:00

90m

Hybrid

Day 1

11:30–13:00

Construction & Local Growth

Harnessing regional clusters for business growth

Construction & Local Growth | Harnessing regional clusters for business growth

Harnessing regional clusters for business growth

This session will explore what it really takes to grow and sustain high-impact clusters, from the role of local authorities and place leaders to theconditionsinvestors need to commit with confidence. Drawing on insights from 3Ci, IPEC and other leading initiatives, we will examine how Connected Places Catapult can help places accelerate cluster development and unlock long-term economic growth.

11:30-13:00

90m

Hybrid

Day 1

11:30–13:00

Data Infrastructure

Growing the businesses of tomorrow with data

Data Infrastructure | Growing the businesses of tomorrow with data

Growing the businesses of tomorrow with data

This session will explore how the UK can move beyond data strategy and unlockdata advantage,creating the conditions for SMEs to access the data they need, innovate at pace, and scale into global markets. By examining today’s barriers, the ingredients of a functioning data ecosystem, and the roles government, regulators and Catapults must play, we will show how data can become a real driver of productivity,investmentand SME-led economic growth.

11:30-13:00

90m

Day 1

11:30–13:00

Pitch & partner

AWS - Leveraging digital innovation to deliver the transport systems of tomorrow

Pitch & partner | AWS - Leveraging digital innovation to deliver the transport systems of tomorrow

AWS - Leveraging digital innovation to deliver the transport systems of tomorrow

11:30-13:00

90m

In-person only

Lunch

13:00–14:30

90m

Day 1

14:30–16:00

Transport

Turning clean maritime innovation into commercial growth

Transport | Turning clean maritime innovation into commercial growth

Turning clean maritime innovation into commercial growth

This session will explore the emerging front-runners in clean mobility and what it will take for these technologies to achieve widespread adoption across both UK and global markets. With insights on regulation, fuel supply chains, technology readiness, and investor confidence, we will examine whether the sector is reaching a tipping point for large-scale uptake of clean maritime mobility.

14:30-16:00

90m

Hybrid

Day 1

14:30–16:00

Construction & Local Growth

Embedding the industrial strategy to accelerate exports and investment

Featured speakers

Jan Ward CBE

Plymouth & South Devon Freeport

Gavin Winbanks

White Hawk Green

Construction & Local Growth | Embedding the industrial strategy to accelerate exports and investment

Embedding the industrial strategy to accelerate exports and investment

This panel will explore how exports fuel UK business growth and why global partners choose to collaborate with UK innovators, highlighting the pivotal role Connected Places Catapult plays in helping high-potential SMEs scale internationally. Attendees will gain insight into how the Catapult Network serves as a critical asset for Team UK,opening doors to high-growth markets, enabling collaboration on global challenges, and paving the way for UK businesses to thrive in international sectors.

14:30-16:00

90m

Driving growth through UK Industrial Strategy Zones: catalysts for inclusive growth and investment

Hear how the UK Industrial Strategy Zones (Freeports & Investment Zones) are leading the charge on growth, by attracting investment and innovative businesses. Learn how they are becoming hotbeds of innovation whilst growing sectors of the future, creating thousands of long-term, high-quality jobs for local people

15:15-16:00

45m

Speakers

Jan Ward CBE

Chair

Plymouth & South Devon Freeport

Gavin Winbanks

FDI expert and co-founder of the Office for Investment

White Hawk Green

Day 1

14:30–16:00

Data Infrastructure

Boosting growth with data infrastructure

Data Infrastructure | Boosting growth with data infrastructure

Boosting growth with data infrastructure

This session will explore how Testbed Britain and emerging data exchange models can turn national ambition into real commercial opportunity by giving innovators access to live environments, trusteddatasetsand repeatable pathways to scale. We will examine what happens when places open their systems to SMEs, howthatcan accelerate growth, and what is needed to build a truly national testbed capability that drives productivity and innovation across the country.

14:30-16:00

90m

Day 1

14:30–16:00

Pitch & partner

Partner track

Pitch & partner | Partner track

Partner track

14:30-16:00

90m

In-person only

Networking break and Visit exhibitors

16:00–16:30

30m

Keynotes - connected places story

16:30–17:30

60m

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This fireside chat will spotlight the transport SMEs that are driving real progress in sustainability, efficiency, and system-wide transformation across the UK. The discussion will explore the technologies, business models, and partnerships enabling these high-potential companies to scale their impact and help deliver a cleaner, more resilient transport network.

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Join Professor Greg Clark and Andy Lord for an in-depth conversation on what it takes to deliver and sustain a world-class transport network for a global city. This session will explore the leadership, innovation, and long-term planning required to keep London moving efficiently while supporting economic growth and improving passenger experience.

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Closing Keynotes

16:30-16:50

20m

Hybrid

Fireside chat | Delivering a world-class transport network: Andy Lord in conversation

16:50-17:30

40m

Hybrid

Networking reception

17:30–18:30

60m

Thursday 19 March

Keynote speech

9:30–11:00

90m

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This panel brings together leaders from London and industry to explore how innovation in construction and place-making must align to deliver a more sustainable built environment. The discussion will examine how city leadership, major estates, engineering expertise, and high-potential SMEs can collaborate to drive systemic change, accelerate decarbonisation, and create better places for people and businesses.

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This fireside chat highlights the transport SMEs developing breakthrough solutions that make the UK’s mobility system cleaner, smarter, and more accessible for all. Through real-world examples and practical insights, the discussion will explore how small, high-potential firms are driving meaningful change in areas from decarbonisation to inclusive travel.

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Welcome from Erika Lewis

Featured speakers

Erika Lewis

Connected Places Catapult

Networking break and Visit exhibitors

11:00–11:30

30m

Day 2

11:30–13:00

Transport

Driving the rail revolution together

Transport | Driving the rail revolution together

Driving the rail revolution together

As the UK enters a pivotal phase of rail reform, this session will examine how greater devolved decision-making and stronger local–national collaboration could reshape the future of the network. Through insights on governance, innovation, and system integration, we will explore the opportunities and risks of shifting more control to regions and what it will take to enable innovationand growthat scale across UK rail.

11:30-13:00

90m

Hybrid

Day 2

11:30–13:00

Construction & Local Growth

Unlocking the future of construction

Construction & Local Growth | Unlocking the future of construction

Unlocking the future of construction

This session will explore how the UK can build on its global leadership in digital construction by adopting a whole-life approach that unlocks new value, boostsproductivityand delivers better outcomes across the asset lifecycle. We will also examine how creating structured entry points into major projects can accelerate SME innovation, strengthen supplychainsand turn digital opportunity into tangible commercial growth.

11:30-13:00

90m

Day 2

11:30–13:00

Data Infrastructure

Driving transport efficiency through data

Data Infrastructure | Driving transport efficiency through data

Driving transport efficiency through data

11:30-13:00

90m

Day 2

11:30–13:00

Pitch & partner

SME Innovation pitches

Pitch & partner | SME Innovation pitches

SME Innovation pitches

Where the brightest innovators shaping the future of transport, construction,mobilityand data take centre stage. In this fast-paced, interactive showcase,cutting-edgeSMEs and scale-ups will pitch breakthrough solutions to real-world industry challenges, from greener mobility to smarter infrastructure.

11:30-13:00

90m

In-person only

Lunch

13:00–14:30

90m

Day 2

14:30–16:00

Transport

Tackling transport emissions

Transport | Tackling transport emissions

Tackling transport emissions

As the UK advances its Jet Zero ambition, this session will take a clear-eyed look at the practical,financialand technological steps needed to make zero-emission flight a reality by 2030 and beyond. Bringing together perspectives from across aviation, infrastructure,technologyand investment, we will explore the barriers, opportunities and commercial pathways that must be addressed to accelerate the transition to truly zero-carbon air travel.

14:30-16:00

90m

Hybrid

Day 2

14:30–16:00

Construction & Local Growth

Infrastructure as an enabler of business growth

Construction & Local Growth | Infrastructure as an enabler of business growth

Infrastructure as an enabler of business growth

This session examines how treating infrastructure as a connected system,rather than a collection of isolated projects,can drive productivity, climateresilienceand digital transformation at scale. We will explore the collaborative models, shared frameworks and cross-sector innovation needed to embednew technologiesinto live delivery, unlock investment, and position the UK as a global leader in future-ready infrastructure.

14:30-16:00

90m

Day 2

14:30–16:00

Data Infrastructure

Accelerating business growth with testbeds

Data Infrastructure | Accelerating business growth with testbeds

Accelerating business growth with testbeds

14:30-16:00

90m

Day 2

14:30–16:00

Pitch & partner

SME Innovation pitches

Pitch & partner | SME Innovation pitches

SME Innovation pitches

14:30-16:00

90m

In-person only

Networking break and Visit exhibitors

16:00–16:30

30m

Keynotes - connected places story

16:30–17:30

60m

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Transforming UK places: A conversation with leaders shaping cities, estates and infrastructure

16:30-17:20

50m

Hybrid

Closing Address

17:20-17:30

10m

Hybrid

Networking reception

17:30–18:30

60m

Tracks

Transport

From clean energy and future fuels to next-generation infrastructure and connected systems, the Transport Track explores how innovation is transforming the way we move people and goods. Featuring a showcase of pioneering SMEs, this track highlights the technologies driving decarbonisation, resilience, and growth across the UK’s transport sector.

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Construction and local growth

This track explores how digital planning, modern infrastructure, and innovation are reshaping the built environment. Showcasing SMEs on their scale-up journey and real-world success stories like the West Midlands demonstrators, we’ll spotlight how innovation in construction and place-making drives productivity, sustainability, and economic growth across the UK.

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Data infrastructure

Data is the backbone of the UK’s future infrastructure. This track explores how data sharing, digital connectivity, and advanced analytics are enabling smarter decision-making, stronger resilience, and more efficient delivery across transport and construction. Featuring a showcase of pioneering SMEs, we’ll highlight the innovators turning data into real-world impact, building the foundations of a more resilient, connected, and competitive UK.

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Pitch & partner

Where the brightest innovators shaping the future of transport, construction, mobility and data take centre stage. In this fast-paced, interactive showcase, cutting-edge SMEs and scale-ups will pitch breakthrough solutions to real-world industry challenges, from greener mobility to smarter infrastructure.

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Getting there

Event Venue: Convene Sancroft, Paternoster Square, London, EC4M 7DQ

Nearby Bus Stations:
St. Pauls Station – King Edward Street – 8, 25, 56, 133, N8, N25, N242

Nearby Underground Lines:
Underground Stations St. Pauls (Central Line) Bank (Central, Northern, Waterloo & City Lines) Moorgate (Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern) Monument (Circle, District

Tracks

Wednesday 18 March

Keynote speech

Opening Keynotes

Networking break and Visit exhibitors

How will we move tomorrow?

Harnessing regional clusters for business growth

Growing the businesses of tomorrow with data

AWS - Leveraging digital innovation to deliver the transport systems of tomorrow

Lunch

Turning clean maritime innovation into commercial growth

Embedding the industrial strategy to accelerate exports and investment

Featured speakers

Jan Ward CBE

Plymouth & South Devon Freeport

Gavin Winbanks

White Hawk Green

Boosting growth with data infrastructure

Partner track

Networking break and Visit exhibitors

Keynotes - connected places story

Closing Keynotes

Networking reception

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