DAY ONE - Thursday, 20th November 2025
08:00 - 08:50
REGISTRATION, REFRESHMENTS AND NETWORKING
08:50 - 09:00
Chair’s Welcome and Opening Remarks
CIRCLE CHALLENGES
We kick off the summit with our NEW ‘Circle Team Challenges,’ delivered over three separate 25-minute sessions. The sessions consist of 15 tables of 8-10 attendees, including sponsors and industry leaders.
The 15 tables will be labelled with a specific industry challenge. Pre-event, all guests will choose 3 out of the 15 challenges that are most interesting and relevant to them. During each session, the group of like-minded attendees will work together to find a solution and potential business impact.
09:00 - 09:25
Circle Challenge 1
09:30 - 09:55
Circle Challenge 2
10:00 - 10:25
Circle Challenge 3
10:25 - 10:50
COFFEE AND NETWORKING
10:50 - 11:30
HEADLINER PANEL DISCUSSION
Navigating the Future of Digital Manufacturing
- Anticipate future challenges and opportunities.
- Align digital strategies with business goals.
- Foster innovation through collaboration.
MODERATOR
Marcin Golemba
Engineering Director
Reckitt
PANELLISTS
Anthi Tsirogianni
Digital Platform Manager Manufacturing & Maintenance
Coca-Cola
Miguel Arauj
Industrial Director
Riopele
Jose Araujo
Project Manager
BA Glass
11:35 - 12:00
WORKSHOP
From Pilot to Plant: Scaling Digital Initiatives Successfully
- Identify common pitfalls in scaling digital projects.
- Develop frameworks for enterprise-wide adoption.
- Measure ROI and performance metrics effectively.
Marçal Bosch
Global Head of Process Engineering, Standards and Compliance – Novartis
Meeting session 1
12:05 - 12:30
WORKSHOP
Building Resilient Operations in a Disruptive Landscape
- Implement flexible manufacturing processes.
- Leverage technology for real-time decision-making.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Radu Onica,
Principal Information Security Architect – PMI
Meeting session 2
12:35 - 13:00
WORKSHOP
Enhancing Supply Chain Integration and Security
- Integrate platforms for seamless operations.
- Utilise data analytics for performance insights.
- Implement robust cybersecurity protocols.
Meeting session 3
13:00 - 14:00
NETWORKING LUNCH
14:00 - 14:25
WORKSHOP
Industrial AI: Transforming Manufacturing Processes
Understand the practical applications of AI in manufacturing.
- Identify areas for AI integration.
- Overcome challenges in AI adoption.
- Measure the impact of AI on productivity.
Ewa Kosmowska
IT&D Manager – Reckitt
Marcin Golemba
Engineering Director, Reckitt
Meeting session 4
14:30 - 14:55
WORKSHOP
Digital Twins: Bridging Physical and Digital Worlds
- Develop digital twin models.
- Integrate real-time data for simulation.
- Enhance predictive maintenance strategies.
Meeting session 5
15:00 - 15:40
HEADLINER PANEL DISCUSSION
Balancing Innovation and Risk in Digital Transformation
- Manage risks associated with new technologies.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations.
- Maintain operational stability during change.
MODERATOR
Ray Ellis
Global Head of AI Security
PMI
PANELLISTS
Paulo Gomez
Data Science Manager
BA Glass
Pedro Conceição
Asset Management & Reliability Director
Sonae Arauco
Connor Calnan
Manufacturing Support Engineer
BASF
15:45 - 16:10
WORKSHOP
Cybersecurity in Smart Manufacturing
- Identify vulnerabilities in connected systems.
- Implement comprehensive security measures.
- Stay ahead of emerging cyber threats.
Ray Ellis
Global Head of AI Security, PMI
Meeting session 6
16:10 - 16:30
COFFEE AND NETWORKING
16:30 - 16:55
WORKSHOP
Data-Driven Decision Making in Manufacturing
- Collect and analyse operational data effectively.
- Visualise data for actionable insights.
- Foster a data-centric organisational culture.
Meeting session 7
17:00 - 17:25
WORKSHOP
Sustainable Manufacturing: Achieving Green Goals
- Reduce environmental impact through technology.
- Align operations with ESG standards.
- Monitor and report sustainability metrics.
Simon Levinson
Global Head Digital Manufacturing Innovation, Danone
Manuel Aguado
Global Digital Manufacturing Manager, Danone
Meeting session 8
17:25 - 17:45
DAY ONE WRAP UP
18:00 - 19:00
DRINKS RECEPTION IN THE ROOF TOP BAR
DAY TWO – Friday, 21st November 2025
08:00 - 08:30
REFRESHMENTS AND NETWORKING
08:30 - 08:40
WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION TO THE DAY
08:40 - 09:25
ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS
Small group discussions tackling your most critical challenges
TABLE 1: Integrating AI into Legacy Systems
TABLE 2: Strategies for Effective Change Management
TABLE 3: Enhancing Supplier Collaboration through Technology
TABLE 4: Implementing Digital Twins for Quality Control
TABLE 5: Cybersecurity Best Practices for Manufacturing
TABLE 6: Optimising Supply Chain Visibility
TABLE 7: Leveraging Data Analytics for Forecasting
TABLE 8: Developing a Roadmap for Digital Transformation
TABLE 9: Sustainable Practices in Manufacturing Operations
TABLE 10: Training and Retaining a Digitally Skilled Workforce
09:30 - 09:55
WORKSHOP
Workforce Transformation in the Digital Age
Prepare your workforce for the demands of modern manufacturing.
- Upskill employees in digital competencies.
- Manage change effectively.
- Cultivate a culture of innovation.
Meeting session 9
10:00 - 10:25
WORKSHOP
Leveraging IoT for Operational Excellence
- Deploy smart sensors for real-time monitoring.
- Integrate IoT data into decision-making processes.
- Ensure interoperability across devices.
Carlos Gomes
Sustainability and Continuous Improvement Corporate Director
Sodecia
Meeting session 10
10:25 - 10:45
COFFEE AND NETWORKING
10:45 - 11:25
HEADLINE PANEL DISCUSSION
Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement
PANELISTS
- Encourage employee engagement in innovation.
- Implement feedback loops for ongoing improvement.
- Recognise and reward transformative efforts.
MODERATOR:
Dimitris Stathopoulos
OT/IT Convergence Manager, Coca-Cola
Pedro Fonseca
Head of Cloud Center of Excellence, Saint-Gobain
George Gouveia
Head of Data Analytics & AI, Solvay
Antonio Araujo
Head of IT & Digital Transformation, Aralab
Ines Cadhila
Head of Digital Division, Lusospace
11:30 - 11:55
WORKSHOP
Predictive Maintenance: Minimising Downtime
Implement predictive maintenance strategies to improve reliability.
- Analyse equipment data for failure prediction.
- Schedule maintenance proactively.
- Reduce unplanned downtime.
Meeting session 11
12:00 - 12:25
WORKSHOP
Advanced Robotics and Automation
- Assess automation opportunities.
- Implement collaborative robots (cobots).
- Optimise human-robot interactions.
Toine Dirvan
Head of Manufacturing Digital
Volvo Cars
Meeting session 12
12:30 - 12:55
WORKSHOP
Cloud Computing in Manufacturing
- Migrate systems to the cloud securely.
- Manage data storage and access.
- Enhance collaboration through cloud platforms.
Ricardo Rodriguez
Head of Digital Transformation, BorgWarner
Meeting session 13
13:00 - 13:25
WORKSHOP
Safe Integration of the Network of Systems, Applications, Tools, and Resources to Drive Efficiency
Murad Somani
Digital & Technology Head, N Europe
Haleon
Meeting session 14
13:30 - 14:30
FAREWELL LUNCH
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