Events / Delivering Infrastructure 2050

Delivering Infrastructure 2050

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 |  8.30am – 4.30pm |  Savoy Place, London 

The UK’s consultancy and engineering sector is tackling some of the nation’s most pressing infrastructure challenges, from delivering resilience and restoring nature to improving productivity and building a workforce of tomorrow. 

We’re pleased to announce we’re bringing the sector together to explore the innovations, investments and practical solutions that will define Britain’s infrastructure today and for decades to come. Join us on 30 June 2026 for the Delivering Infrastructure 2050 conference at Savoy Place, London (2 Savoy Pl, WC2R 0BL). 

For sponsorship opportunities, please get in touch with us at membership@acenet.co.uk

Early Bird Member tickets can now be purchased for £150 (full price £185). Early Bird Non-Member tickets start at £199 (full price £220). Early Bird closes on 27 February at 6pm. 

Book your place here

 

Infrastructure 2050 Speakers

With more speakers to be announced soon. 

           

 

Matt Palmer, Executive Director of Lower Thames Crossing 

Matt has over 30 years’ experience in design, project and programme management, and business change, with a strong track record leading major investment programmes in the UK and internationally.

He joined National Highways in July 2020 as Executive Director for the Lower Thames Crossing, the most ambitious road investment since the M25. Recently granted government consent, it is the first major infrastructure project in 15 years not to face legal challenge, thanks to a focus on local communities and sustainability. The scheme will be delivered carbon neutral and is set to be the “Greenest Road.”

Previously, Matt was Development Director at Heathrow, leading the third runway scheme and contributing to Terminals 2 and 5.

 

Why attend?

The conference will take place at IET London: Savoy Place, a pioneering venue offering state-of-the-art AV facilities, innovative catering, and unrivalled 180° views of the iconic London skyline.

Hear from senior leaders shaping the UK’s infrastructure agenda as you gain practical, applicable insights you can put to use in your work. Through real examples of climate-resilient, future-ready infrastructure, you’ll deepen your understanding of what works in practice while connecting with 100+ decision-makers.

Download our information guide to find venue, alternatively the map can be found here.

 

 

     

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Time 

Session 

 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Tea and coffee, registration

 9:00 AM - 9:10 AM

Welcome speeches                       

 9:10 AM - 9:40 AM

Keynote speech: The UK vision for infrastructure

 9:40 AM - 10:30 AM

Panel Discussion: Climate-resilient infrastructure in action

10:30 AM - 10.45 AM

Refreshments and networking

10:45 AM - 11:35 AM

Presentation & Panel Discussion: Unlocking opportunities for growth and impact

Speaker: Matt Palmer, CEO, Lower Thames Crossing

11:35 AM - 12:15 PM

Interactive ideas pitch: procurement 2050

12:15 PM - 1:25 PM

Lunch and networking 

1:25 PM - 1:55 PM

Keynote speaker

1:55 PM - 2:45 PM

Delivering world class projects

2:45 AM - 3:00 PM

Refreshment break

3:00 PM - 3:50 PM

Future skills and talent

3:50 PM - 4:20 PM

Fireside chat

4:20 PM - 4:30 PM

Closing remarks

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Contact us

For any Infrastructure 2050 queries, contact ACE events manager Jessica Harris.

arrow07983 930004 arrowjharris@acenet.co.uk