NNZA Regional Showcase 2026
About this Event
The Net Zero North East Accelerator (NNZA) is proud to host a major regional showcase celebrating the groundbreaking projects shaping the future of industry, skills and innovation across the North East, Teesside and Humber regions.
This full‑day conference will bring together researchers, industry leaders, innovators, skills providers, community organisations and policymakers to explore how NNZA‑funded work is driving real‑world industrial and regional transformation.
Why Attend?
🔥 Discover pioneering projects delivering impact across energy, chemicals, hydrogen, digitalisation, circularity and skills
🎤 Hear 6‑minute lightning presentations from NNZA awardees highlighting innovation, progress and future opportunity
🧩 Connect with partners, collaborators, investors and industry clusters
🎪 Explore an exhibition showcasing cutting‑edge research, technologies and regional initiatives
🤝 Engage in workshops, panels and networking sessions focused on industrial renewal, resilience and inclusive regional growth
Agenda
🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
Registration and Exhibition Opens
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Opening Plenary: Industrial Renewal in the North East, Teesside and Humber
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Panel 1: Industrial Renewal Through Regional Partnerships
🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Networking Break & Exhibition Viewing
🕑: 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Flash Talks Session 1: Innovation Driving Regional Industrial Opportunity
🕑: 12:15 PM - 01:15 PM
Lunch and Exhibition Viewing
🕑: 01:15 PM - 02:00 PM
Panel 2: Skills, Workforce and Inclusive Industrial Growth
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Flash Talks Session 2: Delivering Place-Based Impact
🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:15 PM
Networking Break
🕑: 03:15 PM - 04:00 PM
Panel 3: Delivering Regional Industrial Competitiveness
🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:15 PM
Interactive Workshops
🕑: 04:15 PM - 05:00 PM
Closing Reflections and Summary
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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