12/10/2026
Hear from industry leaders shaping the future of manufacturing at the All-Island Advanced & Sustainable Manufacturing Networking & Expo on 5th November.
Thomas Holden – Technical Manager, Roadstone
A highly accomplished technical expert with nearly 38 years of construction industry experience. Thomas is a recognised authority in concrete technology and has successfully designed EN206-certified mixes for 3D printing, representing Ireland on international standards committees.
Barry Kennedy – Chief Executive Officer, Irish Manufacturing Research (IMR)
Leading Ireland’s premier industry-focused research and technology organisation for advanced manufacturing. Barry drives innovation and research excellence across the sector.
Lester Kelly – Business Development Manager, A2 Hub, FAST Technologies
With 20 years of semiconductor industry expertise, Lester brings deep knowledge in advanced manufacturing and automation. A passionate problem-solver, he has successfully implemented Industry 4.0 technologies across global sites, helping companies enhance capacity, quality, and innovation.
Join us on 5th November to learn from these industry pioneers and connect with other leaders shaping manufacturing’s future.
Join the waitlist: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/all-island-advanced-and-sustainable-manufacturing-networking-expo-event-tickets-1999484363556?aff=OrganicSocials
Sponsored by:
LMETB Further Education and Training
Harcourt Technologies Ltd
SMC Global
Bormac
ABB
Southern Regional College
Dundalk Institute of Technology
Inspire 3D
Dublin Belfast Economic Corridor
In partnership with:
Dundalk Chamber
Invest Northern Ireland
Belfast Met
Regional Skills North East
Southern Regional College
Bormac
Dublin Belfast Economic Corridor
Newry Chamber
