Monday 18 May, 2026
The 4th Annual Digital Manufacturing Summit UK 2025, held at the De Vere Wokefield Estate, Berkshire, on November 6th, 2025, brought together senior digital manufacturing thought leaders to share unmatched expertise and insights. The event’s robust agenda covered technologies and strategies reshaping the industrial landscape, including AI, automation, connectivity, sustainability, and workforce innovation.
Key trend: The rise of connectivity providers in industrial transformation
A notable shift at this year’s summit was the increased visibility and contributions of mobile network operators (MNOs), system integrators, and connectivity solution providers (CSPs). Companies like SCC and Ericsson played a central role, hosting a case study session and a roundtable focusing on wireless technologies and cellular connectivity. This trend highlights the realization that connectivity is the foundational digital infrastructure needed for manufacturing transformation.
This year’s summit provided an excellent opportunity to engage directly with some GSMA members, including several familiar faces from the Connected Manufacturing and Production Community. Their presence was strongly felt as the Forum continued its mission to integrate vital digital solutions like 5G, AI, and edge computing into industrial environments. Gathering MNOs, enterprises, and technology partners, the Forum not only seeks to accelerate adoption but also fosters valuable connections among long-standing community members. The community’s ongoing priorities remain understanding business requirements, forging innovative collaborations, and, crucially, tackling challenges to digital transformation in the industrial sector. In addition, the GSMA community remains committed to sharing successful implementations, real-world use cases, achievements, and insights contributed by global leaders.
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