Innovations in Surface Engineering 2026

TSSEA’s 2026 conference on Innovations in Surface Engineering 2026 will be the UK’s foremost conference for thermal spray and surface engineering researchers, engineers, technicians, industrialists and managers. The one day conference will cover the whole spectrum of thermal and cold spray technologies and other surface engineering solutions. This conference has a dedicated focus on innovation and how the sector is gearing up to achieve NetZero in line with government and global priorities. Topics will cover processing-microstructure properties relationships, new and innovative coating applications, new compositions, industrial solutions in wear, corrosion, thermal protection, sensors, diagnostics and many more.

Join us at TWI, Cambridge to network and discuss with the industry and academic leaders.

Why should you attend?

TSSEA conference in 2026 will feature:

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8+ invited speakers from sector leaders from Universities, Industry and RTOs
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In-depth technical talks from academic experts on thermal spray and surface engineering
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Insightful talks from Industry Leaders on cutting-edge topics shaping our lives in the 21st century
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Dedicated networking time over coffee/tea and buffet lunch
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An exhibition space to showcase thermal spray and surface engineering at TWI
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And much more!

Our growing list of invited confirmed speakers includes:

Dr Melissa Riley

CEng, FIMMM, FWeldI
Technology Fellow Surface Engineering
TWI Ltd

The Role of Surface Engineering and Advanced Coatings in Addressing Future World Challenges

Dr Ben Robinson

Section Manager, Metallurgy Corrosion and Surfacing
TWI Ltd

Dibakor Boruah

Senior Engineer Surface Engineering
TWI Ltd

Innovations and Challenges Thermal and Cold Spraying Technologies

Dr Francesco Fanicchia

CEng
Associate Professor in Sustainable Surface Engineering, Centre for Materials
Cranfield University

Slowing the Unstoppable: Hydrogen Permeation Barrier Coatings for Metallic Materials

Les Gregory

Vice President
Business Development
Titomic UK

Cold Spray Additive Manufacture as an Approach to Cost Effective Corrosion Remediation and Surface Reprofiling

Dr Alan Taylor

FRSC, FIMMM
Technology Fellow
TWI Ltd

Surface Engineering and Advanced Coatings for Harsh and Demanding Environments

Dan Platts

Kymera International - Metallisation Ltd

Redefining Coating Applications for ID Asymmetrical and Difficult to Manipulate Components

Prof Tanvir Hussain

University of Nottingham

Coming Soon

Michael Breitsameter

Director of Sales & Marketing
Kermetico