Innovation in food manufacturing events
Food and drink manufacturers interested in improving operations and exploring new technologies are welcome to join.
Upcoming Advanced Food and Drink Manufacturing Network events
Food and drink manufacturers can register for one of two events sharing the latest innovations identified during the Japan ADJUST Study Tour.
The sessions will look at practical technologies that can improve production, efficiency and product quality, and outline the new approaches seen in Japan, including:
- robotics and collaborative systems
- automation to streamline operations
- packaging improvements
- on-pack and on-product labelling
- high-speed inspection for quality assurance
They will also include early details on the planned 2026 study tour to Japan, scheduled for June.
Event options
Businesses can join one of two sessions:
Online session
Thursday 20 November 2025, 11am to 12:30pm - register
In-person breakfast session
Tuesday 25 November 2025, 8am to 9:30am - register
These events are organised by the Advanced Food and Drink Manufacturing Network, a Northern Ireland Food and Drink Association project supported by Invest Northern Ireland and facilitated by Birnie Consultancy.
First published 17 November 2025