Discover IMR

What to Expect

The day is designed to be informative, hands-on and well worth the visit. Here's a flavour of what's in store:

Opening Keynote: Barry Kennedy, CEO of IMR, sets the scene with a look at the forces shaping Irish manufacturing today and where the opportunities lie.

Innovation in Action: A guided look at what's emerging across IMR's four strategic research pillars — from applied research to real industry outcomes.

Lab Tours: Get hands-on access to IMR's advanced manufacturing facilities across Additive Manufacturing, Digitisation, Subtractive Manufacturing, Robotics, Sustainable & Circular Manufacturing, and Learning & Development.

Getting Started: A practical session covering how your organisation can engage with IMR — from membership and collaborative programmes to funding opportunities including DATUM and FXC 2.0.

Networking Lunch: Wind down the day with lunch and informal conversations with IMR researchers, industry peers and potential collaborators.

Who Should Attend?

Discover IMR is open to all manufacturing organisations — members, partners and non-members alike. It is particularly well suited to companies that want to demystify digital manufacturing, explore advanced technologies, understand what funding and support is available, and see how IMR works with industry to drive real, measurable change.

No membership required.

*Please note: registration is essential as places are limited. Registering does not guarantee a place. Confirmation of your place will be confirmed in advance of the event.