Event Description

Glasgow’s rich industrial heritage, rooted in the ingenuity of pioneers like James Watt, set the city on a path of global prominence during the Industrial Revolution. From steam engines to textiles and shipbuilding, Glasgow’s contributions to manufacturing have shaped the world. Today, the city continues to lead on the world stage – but now as a centre of excellence in advanced manufacturing, precision engineering, and cutting-edge aerospace technology.

Join us for this special #Glasgow850 edition of the award-winning Art of Possible to explore how Glasgow’s history of invention fuels its ambitions for the future. The panel will delve into how groundbreaking innovations in advanced manufacturing are transforming production processes across industries and shaping technological progress from terrestrial applications to outer space. We’ll examine how these breakthroughs drive sustainability, competitive advantage, and economic growth.

From the development of flexible ultrasound sensors for aerospace inspection to revolutionary jet engine components and innovative small satellite technologies, hear from industry pioneers and researchers pushing technological boundaries. Together, we’ll envision a future where Glasgow’s industrial legacy continues to inspire global innovation.

This event will connect past, present, and future as Glasgow celebrates 850 years of innovation, offering insights into how manufacturing can deliver lasting impact for generations to come.

What to Expect?

🎤 Lightning Talks – Industry pioneers share insights on Glasgow’s manufacturing future.
💬 Panel Discussion & Q&A – Expert discussion on industry trends, challenges & opportunities — ask your questions during registration or live!
✨ FREE Planetarium Show – Experience a visual journey from Earth to the stars in our fulldome digital planetarium, where one of our expert astronomers will whisk you off on a tour of the cosmos, on a whistle-stop tour of the solar system and beyond.

Why Attend?

🤝 Network with top innovators, industry leaders, and researchers.
👍 Meet Glasgow's thriving innovation ecosystem.
🎙️ Gain insights from experts shaping advanced manufacturing.
🚀 Discover cutting-edge technologies.
🎉 Celebrate #Glasgow850 and the city’s pioneering legacy.

Who is Speaking? (Click here to read their bios)

🎤 Dr Stephen Breslin - Chief Executive, Glasgow Science Centre
🎤 Dr Lynne O’Hare – Chief Portfolio Officer, High Value Manufacturing Catapult (Chair)
🎤 Dr Dave Hughes – Founder & CEO, Novosound
🎤 Pamela Smith – Vice President of Future Programmes, AAC Clyde Space
🎤 Coreen McCubbin – Chief Technology Officer, National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS) 

Important Stuff

📍 Location: Glasgow Science Centre
📅 Date: 25th March 2025
⏰ Time: 2 – 5 PM
🎤 Speakers: 4 industry experts + networking
🎟️ Tickets: Free

About Art of Possible

Now in its 8th year, this award-winning series connects innovators, creatives, and industry leaders to explore how unexpected tech collaborations drive new ideas and solutions. It’s also an official primer for Scotland’s CAN DO Innovation Summit.