London Tech Week 2026 announces Deep Tech Stage programme

London Tech Week 2026 will feature a Deep Tech Stage covering developments in space, AI, quantum computing and other emerging technologies.

  • Monday, 13th April 2026 Posted 1 month ago in by Sophie Milburn
The forthcoming London Tech Week 2026, scheduled for 8–12 June, will include a Deep Tech Stage as part of its programme. This stage will focus on developments across sectors such as space, robotics, advanced materials, life sciences, AI, and quantum computing.

The programme is intended to bring together participants from different regions and sectors, with the aim of supporting the translation of scientific research and technological developments into economic and strategic outcomes. It is designed to facilitate engagement between founders, investors, and policymakers, with a focus on moving from development to implementation.

The event will feature speakers from across the technology and research ecosystem, including Aravind Srinivas, Max Jaderberg, and a range of founders and experts working on frontier technologies. Confirmed speakers include:
Ben Lamm, Co-Founder & CEO of Colossal
Dr. Liz Dennett, CEO of Endolith
Dr. Meganne Christian of the UK Space Agency
Luke Hares, CIO of CMR Surgical
Matt Clifford CBE, Chair at ARIA
Michael T. Suffredini of Axiom Space, Inc
Oana Jinga, CEO of Dexory
Philip Johnston, CEO of StarCloud
Prof. Sarah Tabrizi of UCL
Sir Peter Knight, of the National Quantum Technology Programme
Will Marshall, CEO of Planet

Additional input will be provided by investors and ecosystem stakeholders, including Erin Hallock of the NATO Innovation Fund and Dr. Hermann Hauser KBE of Amadeus Capital Partners. Discussions are expected to cover topics such as scaling investment in deep tech and the development of innovation ecosystems in Europe.

The forum will also address themes including access to capital and Europe’s position in global innovation. The programme is designed to bring together investors, builders, and policymakers to discuss the development and scaling of emerging technologies in the UK and Europe.

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