School of Computing and Engineering

Explore the Future of Engineering – Student Trip to Advanced Engineering UK 2026!

Join us for a visit to Advanced Engineering 2026, the UK’s leading showcase of cutting-edge technologies, sustainable manufacturing, and cross-sector innovation — all under one roof at the NEC Birmingham.

Wednesday 4th November | 9:00am to 3:00pm

Join us for an exciting opportunity to visit the Wren Hall Converter Station construction project at Drax, one of the key elements of the Eastern Green Link 2 (EGL2) project, a major piece of UK energy infrastructure. EGL2 is a 505 km high-voltage electricity link connecting Scotland and England, helping to transport renewable energy efficiently across the country and supporting the UK's transition to a low-carbon energy system.