Events Calendar
March 2026
Guala Closures Member Networking and Best Practice Meeting
Ongoing
Location
- Guala Closures
- 2 Craignethan Drive, Gartcosh, Glasgow, G69 8GQ
Guala Closures
Thursday 26 March 2026
Join us on Thursday 26 March 10am – 1pm, for an opportunity to share common challenges, better understand how fellow member companies are continuously improving their business and hear more about Guala Closures, a global leader in premium and innovative closure solutions.
In July 2025 Guala Closures opened a new state-of-the-art, sustainable production facility in Gartcosh, demonstrating the company’s long-term commitment to the UK market, and in particular, the Scottish whisky industry. With 37 production facilities and a presence in over 100 countries, the Guala Closures Group supplies high‑performance closures across spirits, wine, beer, non-alcoholic beverages, edible oils, and condiments. Through close collaboration with customers and design studios, Guala Closures transforms ideas into innovative, manufacturable solutions.
In 2024, the Group achieved over €830 million in revenue, supported by 5,000+ employees, 7 R&D centres, and more than 200 patents—a testament to its continued focus on innovation and industry leadership. In July 2025, the company officially inaugurated its new 20,000 sqm facility in Gartcosh, supported by an investment of more than €60 million. The site is set to employ over 300 skilled professionals, strengthening Guala Closures’ UK presence and contributing significantly to the local economy.
Event Overview
The event will begin with an introduction to Guala Closures, including the company’s journey to establishing the Gartcosh facility, delivered by key members of the leadership team. This will be followed by a guided tour of the plant, offering a behind‑the‑scenes look at the blend of traditional craftsmanship and cutting‑edge technology in operation.
Following the tour, attendees will have the chance to take part in an open Q&A session, before breaking for lunch and networking with peers.
April 2026
April Breakfast Briefing 2026
Wednesday 1st April 2026
Join us on Wednesday 1st April for the latest instalment of our breakfast briefing series.
In our latest instalment, our solicitor, Amie Trainor, will welcome our guest speaker Anita Yu from Scottish Refugee Council who will be discussing refugee talent. Refugees are skilled, motivated professionals who bring valuable experience across engineering, manufacturing and technical roles and Anita will share more about how employers can benefit from engaging with this skilled workforce. As always, there will be time at the end of the session to ask questions directly.
Health and Safety Demo with Sandstone and Hydrasun
Location
- Hydrasun Aberdeen
- Hydrasun Hydrogen Skills Academy, Moss Road, Aberdeen, AB12 3GQ
Thursday 16th April 2026
Join us on Thursday, April 16th 10am to 2pm at the Hydrasun facility in Aberdeen for a “Save a Life” demo with Sandstone.
The session will provide “hands on” practical demonstrations in a real world engineering environment on the critical issue of saving a colleague’s life. It will review current HSE legislation such as Martyn’s law and the repercussions for training and equipment in industry. There will also be a networking lunch and an opportunity to tour the Hydrasun facility.
Hydrasun specialise in delivering integrated fluid transfer, power and control products across various sectors worldwide.
Sandstone provide expertise in HSE compliant First Aid provision in industrial and commercial settings delivered by experts with blue light and military backgrounds.
In the event of a life threatening bleed you have just 2 minutes to save a life…
What would you do?
Do you have the right kit?
A member of the team has a heart attack only they are being the wheel of a vehicle or fallen down a stair well.
What do you do?
Can you move them?
Key to survival is muscle memory and situational training. This can not be taught in a classroom room. Most CPR training takes place in a warm dry classroom with a dummy flat on its back in the perfect conditions. This does not reflect real life and is therefore not compliant.
Over the last few years there have been significant changes to HSE law and best practice, much of it following on from Martyn’s law and specifically around the use of bleed kits. The HSE first aid at work document has always stated that you should have a first aid assessment (this is different to a risk assessment) and that your training and equipment should reflect the environment in which you operate.
This half day session is designed to highlight to members the current flaws in first aid training and assessment and to demonstrate what HSE best practice means for you. The Sandstone tam will give you a chance to see and participate in some live action scenarios around saving a life.
ScotEng Mock Employment Tribunal Training
Location
- Scottish Engineering
- 105 West George Street
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Website
http://www.scottishengineering.org.uk
Category
Wednesday 22nd April 2026
Have you ever wondered what happens at an Employment Tribunal?
Join us at 105 West George Street at 9.30am on 22 April 2026 to witness our Mock Employment Tribunal in action. The session will include a presentation about the Tribunal process, followed by a live enactment involving members of the legal and HR Team and also starring several of our colleagues in the main roles. There will be time for discussion about the case, and the potential conclusions before the outcome is delivered.
Cost – Introductory offer applies!
Members -£120+VAT
Non-Members -£150+VAT
Please note that cancellations made within 14 days of the event will not be eligible for a refund, and any outstanding balances will remain payable. Substituting an alternative delegate in your place is permitted.
May 2026
Scottish Engineering Awards Dinner 2026
Location
- Hilton Glasgow
- Hilton Glasgow, 1 William St, Glasgow, G3 8HT
Category
We are delighted to announce that tickets for the Scottish Engineering Awards Dinner 2026, to be held on the 14th May, are now available to purchase!
Our annual awards aim to recognise both inspiring individuals and exceptional organisations, who are the epitome of Scottish excellence.
If you wish to purchase a ticket, or sponsor the event, please contact Marie McCormack.
2026 Tickets – drinks reception, three course meal and table wine included
Standard Rate – £140 + VAT
Cancellation policy: Please be advised that from the 16th April (28 days prior to the event), a 100% cancellation fee will apply.
Dress Code: Black Tie
Time: 18:30 for 19:15 (until 23:00)
Seating: Tables of 10/12 can be reserved
Smaller numbers are also welcome
Sponsorship Packages 2026Gold Sponsor – £2350 + VAT – 10 tickets Silver Sponsor – £1200 + VAT – 5 tickets Bronze Sponsor – £600 + VAT – 2 tickets |
Our Guest Speaker
Prof. Juergen Maier CBE, FRS, FREng, FIET, FCGI – Industrialist, Chair of Great British Energy, Co-founder of vocL and former Chief Executive of Siemens UK
Juergen Maier served as the former Chief Executive of Siemens UK. Over his 33 year career with Siemens, he held several senior roles in the UK and Germany. During Juergen’s leadership, the company played a pivotal role in UK’s decarbonisation of the electricity system.
Juergen takes a strong leadership role for UK’s industrial, infrastructure and manufacturing community. He served on the Board of the Department of Business, Innovation and Skills from 2014 to 2016 and his work has supported several previous government Industrial Strategy initiatives.
He believes that businesses should play an active role in society and community matters. To further this mission, he co-founded the social enterprise vocL.
In July 2024, Juergen was appointed as Start Up Chair of Great British Energy to drive forward this new, operationally independent company.
A special thanks to this year’s sponsors



