Join Heathrow and Newcastle Airport, local business leaders and fellow businesses to explore the opportunities and benefits of connectivity to the North East

Date: 30th April 2026

Location: St James' Park, Newcastle

Time: 09:00 - 16:00

09:00 - 09:30 Registration and networking
09:30 - 10:00 Welcome address
10:00 - 10:45 Panel: The opportunity 
10:45 - 11:15 Panel: Supply chain & procurement - Strengths of the North East
11:15 - 11:45 Morning break and networking
11:45 - 12:30 Sessions
Session A Panel: The importance of connectivity
Session B SME Academy on tour: Cyber and data security
12:30 - 13:30 Lunch and networking
13:30 - 14:10 Success stories
14:10 - 15:15 How to get on Heathrow’s supply chain
Session A: Introduction to bid writing workshop with NEPO                    
Session B: SME Academy on tour - end-to-end journey
15:15 - 16:00 Closing remarks
16:00 - 18:00 Networking reception and stadium tours

As the aviation industry enters an exciting period of growth and development, including Heathrow Expansion, we want to ensure that North East businesses are at the heart of this.

The day will offer the opportunity to meet the buyer, from both Airports and major Tier 1 suppliers, whilst hearing first-hand success stories of those currently within the supply chain and the projects that will be kicking off shortly.

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