
Industrial Strategy in Focus – Special Guest Event at Johnson Matthey, Teesside
The future of UK industry is on the table—and you’re invited to shape the discussion.
Join the Advanced Manufacturing Forum (AMF) at Johnson Matthey in Teesside for a special event diving deep into the evolving UK Industrial Strategy. We’ll explore how policy, innovation, and regional strength can come together to drive a new era of manufacturing excellence.
Guest Speakers:
Chris McDonald MP, Member of Parliament for Stockton North, is a recognised thought leader in industrial strategy. With a deep engineering background and former leadership at the Materials Processing Institute, Chris brings both technical acumen and policy influence to the conversation.
David Osborne DL, CEO of Roman Showers, is a North East manufacturing champion who’s led the company from local roots to international success. A Deputy Lieutenant of County Durham, David brings decades of on-the-ground experience in innovation, export growth, and workforce development.
You’ll also hear from other regional leaders across industry and innovation.
Why attend?
- Get real insights from both Parliament and the shop floor
- Network with fellow innovators, executives, and policymakers
- Contribute to shaping the future of advanced manufacturing in the UK