Plan your time at Connected Britain

The Exhibition

Events are all about who you meet and forging new connections. With over 300 brands showcasing their cutting-edge solutions on the Exhibition Floor, there’s plenty of exciting companies and potential partners to meet with across the two days.

Find out who you’ll meet.

Local Authority Theatre & Networking

Local Authorities and the wider public sector make up a core part of the Connected Britain Community, that’s why this year we’ve dedicated an exclusive networking space for Local Authorities to conduct their meetings. It’s located just across the aisle from the Local Authority Showcase Theatre which will see a full two-day programme of public sector-led panels and case study presentations.

Startup Village & Theatre

Startups are a crucial part of the connectivity ecosystem disrupting the status quo by offering novel solutions and exciting new products. Come and meet the startups throughout the event and make sure you check out the Startup Theatre programme which includes rapid-fire pitches on day 1, as well as sessions on investment, scaling-up and more.

Check out the full agenda for the Startup Theatre here

Vehicle Demo Zone

Don’t miss out on the chance to check out the product demo vans parked on the Exhibition Floor. Located on the right-hand side of the exhibition from the entrance, these vehicles will be showcasing a selection of exciting product innovations.

Networking

Connected Britain is the key meeting place for the leaders shaping the future of the UK’s connectivity market. Make the most of the networking opportunities on offer by downloading our networking app ahead of your visit and booking 1-2-1 meetings with some of the 5,000 other attendees due to attend this September.

Keynotes

Bringing together some of the biggest names from the most influential companies in the market, the Connected Britain keynotes promise to inspire. Hear the latest from the industry from the leaders shaping its future.

Bringing together some of the biggest names from the most influential companies in the market, the Connected Britain keynotes promise to inspire. Hear the latest from the industry from the leaders shaping its future.

Conference theatres

Across 10 stages, 300 industry-leading speakers will share their insights into the most important topics that everyone is talking about.

View the full agenda here.

Roundtables

A series of interactive roundtable discussions will be taking place throughout the two days, with industry experts leading discussions on business-critical topics. Spaces are limited so pre-register your interest via the event app.

Café – sponsored by IFS

Free tea and coffee will be available throughout the two days at the IFS Café, located by the bottom left corner of the Keynote Theatre.

Awards

Celebrating innovation and success across the industry, the prestigious Connected Britain Awards will be held on the evening of Day 1 in an off-site venue; Pergola on the Wharf – just one stop away on the Elizabeth Line. Drinks will be served from 6.45pm and the winners announced from 7pm.

Check out the shortlist.

Connected Britain After Hours

Network and relax! Carry on the conversations started earlier in the day over a cold beverage at the Connected Britain After Hours networking drinks. Kicking off after the Awards at Pergola on the Wharf from 7.30pm until late!

Competitions & Prizes

Keep an eye out for the exciting competitions taking place across the event - there’s lots of prizes to be won. Check out the Competitions & Prizes tab on our networking app or keep your eyes peeled on the Exhibition Floor for more details!