Event Details

Thursday 19 November 2026, 8:00 - 12:00

Bridgewater Hall, Lower Mosley St, Manchester M2 3WS

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Life Sciences Update 2026

The fascinating surge enjoyed by the science property scene has been one of the standout stories of the past decade with the likes of Liverpool and Manchester both boasting thriving life sciences ecosystems.

The government is also keen to see growth in this sector, naming life sciences as one of its priority areas in the industrial strategy.

All of this means opportunity for the property and development industry as occupiers and investors demand high-spec lab space and innovation campuses that rival the best in the world.

Speakers confirmed include

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Jonny Lowe

head of science and technology North, CBRE

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Jonny Lowe

head of science and technology North, CBRE

Lowe leads and provides strategic advice across the public and private sectors, shaping the emerging innovation landscape. His expertise spans development, asset management, disposal and acquisition.
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Philip Carvil

head of clusters, North West, Science and Technology Facilities Council | UK Research and Innovation

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Philip Carvil

head of clusters, North West, Science and Technology Facilities Council | UK Research and Innovation

Carvil works with stakeholders across the innovation ecosystem, in developing high-tech, innovation clusters. This started several years ago setting up the North West of England’s Health Cluster and he has since grown to support and/or set-up multiple other cluster developments, in sectors such as digital, biotech, space, defence &materials.
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Mark Adey

director, BondBryan:Fairhursts

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Mark Adey

director, BondBryan:Fairhursts

Adey is director of Bond Bryan’s specialist science, innovation and advanced manufacturing division. With over 25 years’ experience, he helps life sciences organisations navigate the property and technical decisions that enable growth from research through scale-up to commercial production, bringing specialist insight into development and investment conversations from the outset.
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Tickets cost £90+VAT. Local authorities and registered providers can purchase tickets at a 50% discount.

There will be a mix of presentations and panels. Breakfast and lunch are included, providing plenty of opportunity for business development.

Media Pack 2026

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