SMMT Events

Regional Events

SMMT organise a series of regional events throughout the year for UK automotive companies in the North, Midlands and South.

SMMT Regional Networking events offer SMMT members the opportunity to network, build relationships and knowledge share. The SMMT Regional Forum provides a platform for discussion on the opportunities and challenges for the automotive industry in the region and regularly attracts 200+ senior automotive delegates, from a wide range of companies including vehicle manufacturers, global and local suppliers.


  • 4 June 2024, 08:00 – 15:00

    Rum Warehouse & Titanic Hotel, Stanley Dock, Regent Road, Liverpool, L3 0AN

    SMMT Regional Forum provides a platform for discussion on the opportunities and challenges for the automotive industry in the region and regularly attracts 200+ senior automotive delegates, from a wide range of companies including vehicle manufacturers, global and local suppliers.

    This is a must attend event for those looking to network with key contacts within the UK automotive industry.

    The sessions highlighted key industry insights for the region and how companies are responding to the need to develop the UK’s EV capability.

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    Agenda

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    Highlights from the Regional Forum

  • Regional Networking events offer SMMT members the opportunity to network, build relationships and knowledge share. Free for SMMT members to attend and lunch is included.

    Join SMMT at the next Regional Networking events:

    7 December 2023, 12:00-14:00

    Jaltek Systems, Unit 13 Dencora Way, Sundon Park, Luton, LU3 3HP

    Jaltek Logo

    Jaltek is a leading AS9100 and ISO 13485 accredited, UK based, contract electronics manufacturer with over 35 years’ experience. They provide a complete design and manufacturing solution serving a range of industries, including developing resilient systems ideal for harsh and safety-critical environments.

    Jaltek services include conceptual design, PCBA layout, fast turnaround NPI, manufacture and test and final product assembly. Using advanced systems Jaltek supports products throughout their lifecycle, from concept, through value engineering – the optimisation of PCBA design and layout by our engineers – to volume production. They offer a single service or complete solution.

    Jaltek building exterior

    Jaltek supply a diverse range of customers, from well known multinational companies to start-up ventures, many of whom have worked with us for over 15 years – testament to our customer focus and support. We work in collaboration with our customers to create groundbreaking solutions as well as prioritising capital investment in order to support our customers in an ever-changing market place. Their aim is to make the world a better place one product at a time.

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    25 January 2023, 12:00-14:00

    Ramsay Rubber & Plastics Ltd
    Vulcan Road, Bilston, West Midlands, WV14 7HT

    The UK’s leading cellular solution product specialists. Supplying high volume custom sealing, NVH, thermal and acoustic product solutions. In technical high-performance lightweight materials. Providing a wide range of application solutions to Automotive OEMs globally, from interior to battery.

    Ramsay convert a wide range of high-performance cellular materials for a range of industries, ensuring close collaboration with our material partners. This ensures that we provide cutting-edge lightweight material solutions across a wide range of Automotive platforms. Their product manufacturing capabilities include:

    • Die-cut Gasket & Sealing
    • NVH, Thermal & Acoustic Materials
    • Thermoforming (HVAC/Battery Ducting, Door Water Shedders, Load spaces)
    • Rubber & Plastic Mouldings

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