Introducing CWIC 2026
Join us on 30 April 2026 at the Wellcome Genome Campus in Cambridge for:
Networks of Intelligence: Where Connectivity and Innovation Converge
This flagship event will host policymakers, global technology leaders, and the Telecommunications and Advanced Communication Technologies (ACT) supply chain to shape the dialogue on today’s most transformative themes:
- Connectivity & AI – a two-way revolution
- Beyond AI – the converging technology landscape
- Securing Our Future – infrastructure, talent, and trust
You’ll also have the opportunity to explore specialist tracks in Advanced Manufacturing, Defence, Cutting-edge Research, Connecting Places, Fintech, and Talent/Skills. We’ll be announcing more details on all the session tracks soon.
Expect 37 expert speakers, over four hours of networking, and 500+ influential delegates from across the industry.
Start-Up Zone Applications Open
Applications are open for the Start-Up Zone. Set within the wider CWIC exhibition, the start-up zone will host innovative early-stage companies and start-ups offering a dynamic and interactive showcase of their solutions.
CWIC provides 12 companies the opportunity to demonstrate innovative solutions in exciting technologies such as cyber security, AI, quantum, health tech, robotics and immersive technologies.
We welcome applications from solution providers that span all industry sectors that are:
- less than 5 years old and
- employ less than 25 members of staff
Come and network, test your ideas, raise your profile and build partnerships. For more information including how to apply, visit the event page on our website.
Become a Sponsor or Exhibitor
CWIC 2026 sponsorship packages offer an opportunity to increase the visibility of
your brand and enhance audience engagement. We have a variety of packages to
suit your budget and organisation’s objectives.
Interested in becoming a sponsor or exhibiting at the conference? Please contact Sally Field, Head of Business Development to discuss available opportunities.
General Registrations Open
Whether you're architecting next-generation networks, deploying AI at the edge, developing the semiconductors that power connectivity, or building the security frameworks that protect it all, CWIC 2026 is where the wireless community comes together to navigate convergence, capture opportunity, and lead from the foundation.
Visit the conference website for more information and to book. Don’t forget, CW members can attend the conference for free.
The CWIC 2026 Steering Committee
We’d like to take a moment to thank our CWIC 2026 Steering Committee for their ideas, work, and input into making this year’s conference bolder and better than ever. Our gratitude goes to:
- Dejan Bojic, Director, High Summits Consulting
- Paul Crane
- Gavin Doyle, Senior Consultant, Technology Strategy, Cambridge Consultants
- Sarah Hardy, Marketing Director, Federated Telecoms Hub
- Dr Paul Harris, Principal Wireless Architect, VIAVI Solutions
- Vishal Kapoor, Head of Growth - AI Agents (EMEA), Sendbird
- Nicola Pinder, Representative, Baden-Wurttemberg UK Office
- Nykki Rogers, International Trade, Investment & Innovation Manager, Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority
- Rachel Kerr, Head of Events, Cambridge Wireless
CWIC 2026: Where connectivity meets its moment.