IMECHE ANNUAL DINNER 2026
5 November 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
Taking place at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Glasgow, the evening will feature a three-course dinner, keynote speech, and the presentation of some of the Institution’s most prestigious awards.
We particularly look forward to welcoming our speakers, George Imafidon MBE and Dave Pearson.
Our speakers come from very different backgrounds and industries: George advanced from fixing bikes for pocket money in Peckham, South London to Performance Engineer with Sir Lewis Hamilton's Extreme E team, while running his own engineering charity. Meanwhile Dave literally grew up on site at the family business, Star Refrigeration, where he is now Group Sustainable Development Director. It’s a route that took him deep into heat pumps, district heating and sustainability.
What ties them together is their passion for championingfuture engineers: George’s charity, Motivez, is all about empowering 14-25 year olds from underrepresented backgrounds to solve the world's biggest challenges. Dave meanwhile has championed better engagement and work experience for engineering students, through his work with CeeD-Scotland, an academia/industry networking organisation, where he’s been instrumental in championing term-time internships as a more practical alternative to traditional internships. During the evening, they'll sit down together to discuss their experiences, with the chance for guests to put their own questions to them in a live Q&A.
From individual tickets to a dedicated table, there are many ways to secure your place. Capacity is strictly limited, and tables and individual tickets are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, so ensure you book today to avoid disappointment.

A complimentary drink on arrival

A three-course dinner

Tea and coffee to conclude the meal
Organisations are encouraged to host a table and raise their profile among industry peers and decision-makers. Table bookings provide an excellent opportunity to entertain clients, recognise colleagues, and showcase your organisation’s presence within the engineering community.
To enhance your experience further, a limited number of private reception rooms are available at a preferential rate, offering an ideal setting for pre- or post-event networking.
Why attend IMechE Annual Dinner 2026?
KEYNOTE
TALK AND AWARDS
Hear a pre-dinner speech from our soon-to-be announced keynote speaker and the presentation of some of the Institution’s most prestigious awards.
ENJOY A HIGH-LEVEL SOCIAL EVENT
Enjoy excellent food, entertainment, and a relaxed atmosphere, allowing attendees to unwind and enjoy the company of your peers.
NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
The dinner brings together professionals from a variety of engineering sectors, providing a chance to build relationships, share knowledge, and foster future collaborations.
RECOGNISE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Recognise the accomplishments of your team, your company, and the engineering profession as a whole.
Pricing
Early Bird pricing
(Ends 9 September)
Standard pricing
(From 10 September)