The SMMT International Automotive Summit is the UK’s leading automotive conference, bringing together senior industry leaders, policymakers, and key stakeholders to discuss the most important issues shaping the automotive sector today.

The Summit is designed for senior professionals across the automotive industry, including manufacturers, suppliers, policymakers, mobility and technology providers, investors, and media representatives looking to gain insight and build connections.

The Summit takes place at IET London: Savoy Place and runs as a full-day event from morning through to the afternoon, with networking opportunities included throughout the day.

The Summit explores the most important issues shaping the UK and global automotive sector, bringing together industry leaders, government and key stakeholders to examine how the sector can remain competitive and future-ready. Core themes include industrial strategy, global trade and competition, supply chain resilience, and innovation across products and processes.

Speakers include senior executives from vehicle manufacturers, policymakers, and industry experts from across the automotive and related sectors.

You can register online via the official event page. Tickets are available to purchase, and SMMT members may be eligible for a complimentary place (subject to availability).

Yes. The Summit is designed to facilitate networking, connecting more than 300 senior-level attendees from across industry, government, and the wider automotive ecosystem.

Yes. Sponsorship and partnership opportunities are available for organisations looking to connect with influential decision-makers across the automotive sector. Please contact the SMMT team for further details.

Yes. The Summit attracts attendees from across the UK and globally, providing a platform to discuss both domestic and international automotive developments and trends.

For further details on tickets, the agenda, or partnership opportunities, please contact the SMMT team or explore the full event page.

The programme examines the role of government policy and industrial strategy in supporting growth, investment and competitiveness across the UK automotive sector. Discussions focus on how collaboration between industry and government can create the conditions needed for long-term success.

Sessions explore how international markets, trade dynamics and increasing global competition are impacting UK automotive businesses. This includes analysis of protectionism, evolving trade relationships and the need for UK manufacturers to remain globally competitive.

Supply chain resilience is a key focus, with discussions addressing disruption, risk, and the long-term need to strengthen UK and global automotive supply networks. The Summit highlights how manufacturers and suppliers can respond to changing market conditions and improve resilience.