Innovation Alley: A window into the future of manufacturing

Posted on 2 Apr 2025 by The Manufacturer

In the rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape, staying ahead means being part of the conversation about the next big thing.

Innovation Alley at Smart Manufacturing Week 2025 offers exactly that: a chance to look through a window at tomorrow’s solutions today. This dynamic space brings together startups, scaleups and university spinouts, each showcasing the innovative technologies and ideas set to drive the sector forward.

For manufacturers looking to stay ahead a visit to Innovation Alley is one of the most exciting aspects of Smart Factory Expo. Each exhibitor in the alley focuses on one of the following categories: ‘People’ focusing on Wellbeing, Workforce Management, Recruitment and Training and Skills; ‘Product’ which centres in on Design, R&D and Materials; ‘Process’ which includes Productivity, Resilience, Supply Chain and AI and ‘Planet’ which encompasses NetZero, Sustainability and Energy Management.

Visitors will have the opportunity to explore and source new businesses’ products and services, engage in insightful conversations with the entrepreneurs behind them, and uncover the emerging technologies and ideas that will revolutionise manufacturing. Exhibitors such as Hutech Robotics, Luma One and Okkura are confirmed and will be joined by over 30 university spinouts and early-stage venture capital funded businesses.

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