EVENTS
The UK chemical sector: building a competitive and resilient future
- December 9, 2026 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
- Debate, Discussion
- The Royal Society and online
Chemicals are critical to the UK’s national security, resilience and economy, underpinning essential sectors such as food, healthcare, energy and defence.
However, the UK chemical sector faces several challenges including high energy costs, ageing infrastructure and underinvestment in innovation.
In July 2026, the Council for Science and Technology (CST) wrote to the Prime Minister to advise on how to achieve stability and growth in the UK chemical sector. This event, in collaboration with CST and Royal Society of Chemistry, will further explore opportunities for the sector.
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Professor Dame Lynn Gladden Shell Professor of Chemical Engineering, University of Cambridge |
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Dr Jen Vanderhoven CEO, BBIA |