Business Breakfast Showcase

We're pleased to invite you to our Business Breakfast Showcase, taking place at the University of Lancashire’s Engineering and Innovation Centre (EIC) as part of our RKE Festival. This is for businesses across ALL sectors.

Date:  Friday, 22nd May 2026
Time: 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Location: Engineering Innovation Centre, Fylde Road, Preston, PR1 2XS
Breakfast and refreshments:  Will be provided.
This event is designed specifically for businesses to get an opportunity to explore how collaboration, innovation, and funding can support your growth.

On the day, you will:

• Gain insight into grants and funding opportunities available to support business innovation, growth, and R&D
• Explore the Engineering and Innovation Centre (EIC) and see first-hand the cutting-edge facilities and capabilities available
• Learn how to access talent, skills, and technical expertise to support your business challenges
• Connect with academics, industry experts, and like-minded businesses
• Discover the range of work currently taking place, including research, industry collaboration, and innovation projects
• Take part in discussions around emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities within the sector
• Learn how to work with the university

​This is more than just a showcase; it’s an opportunity to:

• Identify practical ways to access support and funding for your business
• Explore collaborative opportunities that can accelerate innovation
• Understand how universities can act as a strategic partner in solving real-world engineering and manufacturing challenges
• Build valuable connections that could lead to future projects, partnerships, and growth opportunities

​Whether you are looking to innovate, scale, access funding, or simply stay ahead of developments in the sector, this event will provide real, tangible value for your business.
You can register your place using the link below:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rke-festival-day-5-advanced-engineering-and-manufacturing-tickets-1984616211513

We would be delighted to welcome you on the day.