Subcon, the UK’s premier subcontract manufacturing supply chain show, today unveiled the Subcon Launchpad and Launchpad Awards, to be held at the event throughout the 4-6 June 2019, at the NEC. The new initiatives will showcase cutting-edge innovations from across the industry to exhibition visitors.
About The Launchpad
The Launchpad aims to propel manufacturing and engineering-based start-ups by giving them a platform to share their innovations with thousands of professionals with the power to guide them to success.
Eight entrepreneurs will be given a free stand in the Launchpad area, as well as entered into the inaugural Subcon Launchpad Awards. Each exhibitor will be asked to present their innovation on stage to a panel of expert judges.
The winner will receive a £10,000 package including a free stand on the main floor at Subcon 2020 as well as comprehensive PR and marketing support.
To qualify, businesses must be under three years old with a product or service that relates to engineering and/or manufacturing.
The successful applicants will receive:
- A free stand
- Expert advice and marketing support
- Valuable industry exposure
- Entry into the Awards
“The Launchpad initiative is set to showcase not only cutting-edge engineering but also the entrepreneurial drive that will propel UK manufacturing and engineering forward,” said Subcon event director Gordon Kirk.
“With a judging panel headed by The Engineer editor Jon Excell, we are on the hunt for the very best British engineering and manufacturing start-ups have to offer!”
Gordon Kirk, Subcon
For further details on the Subcon Launchpad or to submit your entry, please visit subconshow.co.uk.
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