IET Mersey and Western Cheshire Events

Great British Energy - Nuclear, with their partner Rolls Royce SMR, are moving through the design phases of the project which will build the first ever SMRs in the UK, in Anglesey. This site, recently named Gwyndod, close to the old, decommissioned Reactor site of Wylfa, will be the First of a Kind Small Modular Reactor designed and built in the UK.

Construction is transforming through robotics, automation, AI, Digital Twins and real-time data. Traditional methods are being enhanced or replaced by intelligent systems that monitor and optimise activity. This event outlines how robotic inspection, e.g. the Boston Dynamics Robotic Dog, drones, 3D laser scanning, VR/AR and BIM-linked Digital Twins enable safer, faster, data-driven delivery, predictive maintenance, risk reduction and decision-making. It addresses challenges such as cost, interoperability and skills, and the move towards autonomous, smart construction ecosystems.

This technical Visit to the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) Liverpool provides an opportunity to explore how advanced manufacturing technologies are driving innovation and competitiveness in UK industry. MTC is part of the High Value Manufacturing Catapult and works with manufacturers, universities and industry partners to develop cutting-edge solutions. Attendees will learn about MTC's capabilities in automation and robotics, additive manufacturing, digital manufacturing, materials engineering, simulation and industrial transformation. Expert presentations will highlight current projects, emerging technologies and their practical application in modern manufacturing. The visit will also showcase the Digital Manufacturing Accelerator (DMA), a £45m facility that enables businesses to test and adopt new digital and automation technologies. The event includes technical discussion and networking opportunities with MTC specialists and fellow engineering professionals.