UK Metals Expo 2025 is proud to confirm T. V. Narendran, Chair of the World Steel Association (worldsteel) and CEO & Managing Director of Tata Steel, as the headline keynote speaker for this year’s pivotal event to be held on 10 and 11 September 2025 at NEC Birmingham.
His public appearances are rare, making this a special moment for the UK steel industry and a strong endorsement of UK Metals Expo as the leading trade show where key stakeholders come together to shape the sector’s future.
At UK Metals Expo, you’ll gain invaluable advice, technical know-how, source new materials, and discover solutions from hundreds of leading UK and international suppliers. With over 8,000 attendees, there’ll be plenty of networking opportunities to make new connections and catch up with familiar faces.
Featured Speakers Across the Metals Supply Chain
Gareth Stace, Director‑General, UK Steel
Nadine Bloxsome, CEO, Aluminium Federation (ALFED)
Jon Bolton, Chairman, The Materials Processing Institute (MPI)
Carles Rovira, CEO, 7 Steel UK
Steve Morley, President, Confederation of British Metalforming (CBM)
Carl Maitland, Senior Procurement Manager, JLR
Nick Kemp, Head of Design, Brompton Bicycle
Louise Slade, COO, DEEP Manufacturing
Adam Amara, Chief Scientist, UK Space Agency
Ed Bower, Advanced Technology Expert, Aston Martin Lagonda
Marijn Rietveld, Head of Innovation, Hydro Aluminium AS
Harry Bhadeshia, Professor of Metallurgy, University of Cambridge
Grant Adams, CEO, Sertec Group
Michael Stacey, Award‑winning Architect & Author
Michael Ward, CTO, Advanced Nuclear Research Centre
Richard Prosser, Manufacturing Manager, Leonardo
This broad group demonstrates the Expo’s multi‑sector reach across automotive, aerospace, defence, energy, construction, advanced manufacturing, and precision engineering.
UK Industrial Strategy in Action – How policy frameworks and procurement incentives are driving UK metals manufacturing investment.
Low-Carbon Steelmaking – The shift to Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) production and design innovation to reduce steel use.
Trade and Competitiveness – Addressing the impact of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and building resilient, EU-aligned supply chains.
Circular Economy and Scrap Recovery – Buy-back schemes, aluminium recycling, and achieving closed-loop production.
Aluminium Sector Strategy and Recycling Investment – Building partnerships to scale UK aluminium recycling capacity and build a low-carbon, UK-based supply chain.
Market Trends and Analysis –Insights into carbon and stainless steel markets.
Career and mentoring support – through dedicated sessions on 11 September to support workforce development.
A Hands-On Exhibition for Real Business
At UK Metals Expo 2025, visitors can meet face-to-face with suppliers and technical experts ready to tackle their project challenges and deliver tailored solutions.
300+ exhibitorscovering materials, machinery, processing, recycling, and automation.
Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation & Live demonstrations: CNC systems, digital workflows, robotic assembly, surface finishes, and AI‑powered tech.
With over 300 exhibitors and 30 hours of free seminars across four dedicated theatres, the 2025 edition promises unparalleled opportunities to connect, collaborate, and drive innovation.
2025年英国金属博览会UK Metals Expo 2025 ，自豪地确认T. V. Narendran，世界钢铁协会（worldsteel）主席兼塔塔钢铁公司首席执行官兼董事总经理，将作为今年9月10日和11日在NEC伯明翰举行的关键活动的主要主题演讲人。
2025年英国金属博览会UK Metals Expo 2025 ，组展单位：北京182 欧亚商汇0166 国际会展9073 有限公司。
他很少公开露面，这使得这对英国钢铁行业来说是一个特殊的时刻，也是对英国金属博览会作为主要贸易展会的有力认可，主要利益相关者在这里汇聚一堂，共同塑造该行业的未来。
在英国金属博览会上，您将获得宝贵的建议、技术知识、获取新材料，并从数百家英国和国际领先供应商那里发现解决方案。有超过8000名与会者，将有大量的社交机会来结交新朋友和追寻熟悉的面孔。
Nadine Bloxsome，铝联合会首席执行官
Jon Bolton，材料加工研究所（MPI）主席
Carles Rovira，英国7钢铁公司首席执行官
Marijn Rietveld，Hydro Aluminium AS创新主管
Harry Bhadeshia，剑桥大学冶金学教授
Michael Ward，高级核研究中心首席技术官
这一广泛的群体展示了世博会在汽车、航空航天、国防、能源、建筑、先进制造和精密工程等领域的多领域影响力。
英国工业战略在行动——政策框架和采购激励如何推动英国金属制造业的投资。
低碳炼钢——转向电弧炉生产，并进行设计创新以降低钢铁使用量。
贸易与竞争力 – 应对碳边境调节机制 （CBAM） 的影响，并构建具有弹性的、与欧盟一致的供应链。
『循环经济』与废料回收 – 回购计划、铝回收以及实现闭环生产。
铝行业战略与回收投资 – 建立合作伙伴关系，以扩大英国的铝回收能力，并构建一个低碳、以英国为中心的供应链。
职业与指导支持——通过9月11日的专门会议，以支持员工发展。
在2025年的英国金属博览会上，参观者可以面对面地与供应商和技术专家交流，这些专家已准备好应对他们的项目挑战并提供量身定制的解决方案。
300多家参展商涵盖材料、机械、加工、回收和自动化等领域。
先进制造与创新 & 现场演示：CNC系统、数字工作流程、『机器人』️装配、表面处理以及人工智能驱动技术。
本届展会将有超过300家参展商，并在四个专门的剧场内举办长达30小时的免费研讨会，这势必为与会者提供无与伦比的交流、合作和推动创新的机会。
