Electech Innovation Cluster Annual Conference 2026

The Electech Innovation Cluster invites you to our second annual conference, bringing together industry leaders and experts.

Following the success of our 2025 conference - which brought together over 100 professionals from industry, academia, defence, space, and government - this year's event promises to be even bigger, bolder, and more connected.

Join us for a full day of insight, collaboration, and innovation, exploring the technologies, people, and ideas driving one of the regions fastest-growing clusters.

This free-to-attend event offers you a unique chance to:

• Learn more about the continued growth and expansion of the Electech Innovation Cluster
• Network with stakeholders across multiple sectors and create valuable new contacts
• Gain insights into the latest technology innovations and trends shaping the future, including AI
• Explore the importance of Education in the growth and development of the sector

Event Agenda

09:00 - 10:00 Registration & Networking

10:00 - 10:15 Welcome & Housekeeping

10:15 - 10:45 Opening Keynote & Audience Q&A

10:45 - 11:00 Lightning Innovation Talk 1

11:00 - 11:15 Lightning Innovation Talk 2

11:15 - 11:35 Session A - Skills & Education

11:15 - 11:30 Comfort Break

11:30 - 12:00 Sessions A & B

12:10 - 12:40 Sessions C & D

12:40 - 13:30 Lunch & Networking

13:30 - 14:00 Lightning Innovation Talks 3 & 4

14:10 - 14:40 Sessions E &F

14:45 - 15:15 Closing Fireside Chat

15:15 Event Recap and Formal Close

15:15 - 16:00 Networking