Invitation to Join the UK-India Manufacturing Trade Mission 2025 scheduled for 26th October – 1st November 2025 in the United Kingdom.
The UK Government’s Department for Business and Trade (DBT) invites you to join us for a five-day programme of activities in collaboration with leading UK trade associations, and knowledge partners to engage with the UK’s advanced manufacturing and engineering ecosystem. This mission offers a platform to connect with key stakeholders, explore collaboration opportunities, and participate in curated one-to-one meetings. We are delighted to invite your organisation to join this tailored international programme.
Introduction
The UK, recognised as a global leader in advanced manufacturing and engineering, combines innovation and high-tech solutions with sustainable practices. The UK is pioneering cutting-edge advancements in areas like automation, sustainable manufacturing, advanced materials, digital manufacturing, connected supply chains, and transition to net zero, reinforcing its position as a hub for high-value manufacturing.
Mission Objectives
Build high-impact UK-India partnerships in sustainable manufacturing, advanced materials, digital manufacturing, resilient supply chains, and transition to net zero. This mission offers Indian companies a gateway to explore technology collaborations, joint ventures opportunities, and research partnerships with UK innovators and with UK companies who are looking to export their products to India.
By connecting with the UK’s world-class industrial ecosystem, Indian delegates can unlock global opportunities, drive sustainable growth, and shape the future of cleaner, smarter manufacturing.
Focus Areas
✅ High-performance advanced materials (Graphene, Carbon Fibre, Composites, New Alloys, Nanotech)
✅ Sustainable/green manufacturing & decarbonisation
✅ Industry 4.0 – IoT, AI, ML, Big Data
✅ Smart factories – Robotics, sensors, 3D printing
✅ Remanufacturing & circular economy
✅ Advanced metal forming & precision machining
✅ Spin-out opportunities from Net
✅ Zero technologies
✅ Resilient supply chains & economic security
About Advanced Engineering Show 2025
The Advanced Engineering Show 2025, taking place on 29th – 30th October at the NEC Birmingham, is the UK’s premier event for engineering and manufacturing sectors. Bringing together over 9,000 industry professionals, the show offers a dynamic platform for innovation, collaboration, and knowledge exchange across key sectors in the Engineering & Manufacturing. Attendees can expect cutting-edge product launches, immersive technology showcases, and insights from leading experts on topics like Advanced Engineering, sustainability, digitalisation, and the future of manufacturing.
Costs
✅ Delegates are responsible for their own visa, travel related costs between India and the UK, internal flights within the UK, accommodation costs and any personal incidental expenses in the UK. DBT will recommend hotels with preferential rates for participants.
✅ DBT will cover all in-country programme and costs for local travel in each of the cities for
✅ DBT organised meetings/visits in the UK.
✅ Kindly note that the programme is subject to revision based on the confirmation of appointments and the development of additional business engagements.
Are you part of India’s Advanced Engineering & Manufacturing sector and looking to explore global opportunities, cutting-edge technologies, and UK collaborations?
The UK Government’s Department for Business and Trade (DBT) invites you to join an exclusive 5-day Trade Mission to the UK this October 2025.
Why join?
✅ Engage with the UK’s world-class manufacturing ecosystem
✅ Explore technology collaborations, joint ventures, and R&D partnerships
✅ Meet UK companies, trade associations, and knowledge partners
✅ Visit leading UK manufacturing hubs and attend the Advanced Engineering Show 2025 (https://www.advancedengineeringuk.com/) at NEC Birmingham – he UK’s premier event for the engineering and manufacturing sectors, with 9,000+ professionals, cutting-edge technology showcases, and networking opportunities
Interested in joining?
Fill out the Expression of Interest (EOI) form here
https://forms.office.comegQ8YfRMUz7
Last date to apply: 31 July 2025
This is a unique platform to unlock opportunities and shape the future of cleaner, smarter, and more resilient manufacturing.
We look forward to participation from Companies in this exciting opportunity to explore collaborations and partnerships with the UK’s manufacturing ecosystem.
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For details please contact :
Mr. Sujith Thomas
India Head – Engineering & Manufacturing, Maritime & Responsible
Mining Sector
Department for Business & Trade,
British Deputy High Commission, Chennai.
For any queries, please feel free to contact at
Email | LinkedIn | Website | Mobile: +91 95000 90689 | Landline: +91 44 4219 2151
Please note that India is 4.5 hours ahead of the UK