1 day

of powerful insight and debate 
 

150+

attendees from UK utilities and the supply chain

30+

industry expert speakers 

3+ 

hours of networking

Be part of the conversation for delivering a future-proofed energy network...

Join 150+ senior leaders shaping the future of electricity and gas networks at Utility Week's Future Networks Conference on 3 March 2027.

For strategic and operational energy network professionals navigating climate and operational resilience, demand and connections planning, investment and delivery strategies and transitioning to a cleaner energy system, Future Networks 2027 is where cross-sector insight and best practice is shared – and where you leave with practical insight to take back to your business.

📍Venue: etc. venues, 11 Portland Street, Manchester

Expert speakers 


The action-packed agenda will cover themes including network strategy and investment, transitioning to a clean grid,  asset management and resilience, meeting increased energy demand, outage management and system access - and more!

A sneak peek at some of the expert speakers joining us this year...

Will your business be represented?
Attendees have previously joined us from:

Key themes:

Network strategy and
investment

Transitioning to a clean grid

Asset management and resilience

Meeting increased
energy demand

Local, regional and
national strategic
systems planning
and collaboration

Outage management and system access

Co-sponsors

  It was a highly engaging event with rich content. Hearing directly from regulators, system operators and industry leaders gave useful insights on the direction of travel for energy networks, and the practical challenges and opportunities ahead. 

- 2026 Attendee

  A must-attend event if you really want to keep pace with latest network-related developments and hear from people who are leading the charge.


 

- 2026 Attendee

  Utility Week's Future Networks conference is a must attend for anyone with involvement in or engagement with all things energy networks - you get more insight and more discussion with key individuals in one place in one day, than is possible any other way.

- 2026 Attendee

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Align

Align with your sector at a highly targeted gathering
of network decision makers

Raise your profile

Raise your profile with the utilities who are actively
seeking trusted partners

Market presence

Demonstrate your market presence as one of the
select few solutions providers on the agenda

Networking opportunities

Enhance your networking opportunities 

Did you know that if you work for a UK utility, you’re likely already a Utility Week Member?

At Future Networks Conference, Utility Week Members can expect a VIP experience which includes exclusive rates on conference tickets, the chance to submit questions to the speakers in advance so they are answered in person, the chance to meet with Utility Week journalists and understand their views on the issues facing the industry, and more.