Silicon Sands: Future Tech Live

Future Tech LIVE is the closing event of the Silicon Sands pilot; a programme focused on building the foundations for a new digital economy in Blackpool and the wider North West.

Going beyond cables and buildings, this programme is about attracting and growing localised whole industries powered by high-performance computing and secure, reliable data.

From AI and immersive platforms to advanced manufacturing, health technology and energy systems, real opportunities are emerging for businesses to pivot, innovate and grow, where global tech investment meets local business opportunity.

Three tracks. Multiple sectors. Real opportunities.

Exploring:

• Powering the Digital Economy Panel Session - sustainable infrastructure, carbon tech and next-generation connectivity

Dr Zoe Detko, Head of Sustainability, Lancaster University
Stuart Gorman, Founder, Nupace
Jamie Shaw-Stewart, Head of Silicon Sands, Blackpool Council  

• Experience at the Speed of Data Panel Session - gaming, esports and ultra-low latency platforms

Jamie Hughes, Head of Business Development, Jelly Media
Matty Hall, Marketing Director and Co Founder, Sairo UK

• Turning Operations into Opportunity Fireside Chat - automation, digital twins, advanced engineering and secure systems

Dan Knowles, Founder, Northern Reach in conversation with Mary Speakman, MD, Code Galaxy

Join industry experts, innovators and peers to explore, discover, and uncover where your organisation fits within the emerging ecosystem and the value you could unlock!

Arrival Networking from 09:00

09:30 - Welcome & Housekeeping

09:45 - Powering the Digital Economy

10:15 - Experience at the Speed of Data

10:45 - Brunch & Networking

11:30 - Turning Operations into Opportunity

12:15 - Feedback and Summary

12:30 - Formal Close and Networking

14:00 - Event End