RWM Connect is a brand-new industry social designed to bring the waste and resource management community together in a relaxed, informal and inclusive setting after day one of RWM Expo. Combining the audiences of the (formerly known as) ESS Connect Party and the CIWM Gala Dinner, RWM Connect unites the sector for one standout evening to unwind after a busy day on the show floor. Whether you’re here to reconnect with familiar faces, meet new contacts, expand your network or simply enjoy a great night out with the sector - this is the place to be. Join 900+ industry professionals at the energy & resource sector's biggest networking evening. Places are limited and demand is expected to be high - secure your tickets now! 🗓️Add this event to your calendar🗓️ 
Key Info
- Who attends: 900 industry professionals
- Where: The VOX | NEC Birmingham
- When: 19:00 | 16th September 2026
- Who it’s for: The waste, recycling, energy, and resource management community
Tickets
£99 + VAT per person. Your ticket includes:
- Complimentary welcome drink
- Unlimited free beer, wine and soft drinks (8pm-10pm)
- Food stations throughout the venue
- Network with a diverse mix of industry leaders
- Live entertainment (DJ, casino & games)
- Dedicated spaces for both high-energy fun and traditional, relaxed networking
Team ticket bundles available! 10 tickets for £900 + VAT. 
Agenda
19:00 | Arrival & Drinks Reception
19:40 | Welcome Address
19:50 | Drinks & Socialising
20:00 | Main Room Opens - Live Entertainment & Networking
- Free beer, wine and soft drinks till 10pm
- Live music
- Dance floor
- Quiet Networking
- Comfortable seating
- Casino Tables
- Food stations
- Photobooth
22:00 | DJ and Dancing
00:00 | Carriages ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Need overnight accommodation? We've secured a limited number of rooms for RWM Connect attendees at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, giving you a convenient place to stay just moments from the venue, for the nights of Tuesday 15th and Wednesday 16th September. Rooms are priced at £245.00 + VAT for one night (16th only) or £490.00 + VAT for two nights (15th & 16th), and are limited in number, so we recommend booking early to avoid missing out. Secure your room, enjoy your evening, and relax knowing your accommodation is already taken care of. Book your place here: https://eur.cvent.me/MQGZxw 
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