World leading ceramic companies and trade bodies are to come
together for a major conference and exhibition in
Stoke-on-Trent.
Ceramics 2011 will take place in the city renowned as the world
capital of ceramics and home of the UK pottery industry.
The 10th November event, organised by Stoke-on-Trent City
council with the support of major industry bodies, is being billed
as the start of a "new era" for the industry and will be a showcase
for products and initiatives which are helping to build a
sustainable ceramics industry for the 21st century.
To be held at the Britannia Stadium, Ceramics 2011 will build on
the success of Ceramics 2010 exhibition which drew hundreds of
exhibitors and visitors to the Potteries.
The emphasis for 2011 will be firmly on learning from the
experts rather than on a more exhibition focused event as
experienced in 2010.
Guests will hear from leading lights in the industry in a series
of seminars coverings areas including:
· Training and
development
· Supply chain
collaboration
· Waste reduction and
re-use
· Energy usage
· Controlling water
consumption
Ceramics 2011 will also feature exhibition stands from both
major companies and up-and-coming designers.
And networking breaks have been planned in to the day's
itinerary to allow delegates to renew old alliances and meet new
contacts in both manufacturing and the supply chain.
Ceramics 2011 is organised by Stoke-on-Trent City Council and
supported by North Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce, CERAM and the
industry trade association, British Ceramic Confederation.
Further backing has come from companies including Dudson and
Endeka Ceramics.
Councillor Mark Meredith, Stoke-on-Trent City Council cabinet
member for economic development, said: "Stoke-on-Trent has a long
tradition of producing world class pottery. In 2011 the city known
to the world as the Potteries is a centre of excellence, playing
host to world-leading innovative manufacturers who develop
cutting-edge products.
"Ceramics 2011 is an opportunity to meet the market leaders and
to learn from them.
"It is about developing a sustainable future for the ceramics
industry, creating jobs and wealth.
"Ceramics 2011 will bring together industry manufacturers and
the supply chain network, providing the perfect opportunity to
establish new relationships and networks.
"Visitors and exhibitors will access industry trends, knowledge,
and best practice across a wide range of specialist ceramic
applications including tableware, giftware, sanitaryware, tiles and
flags, industrial ceramics, and technical/advanced ceramics."