ECA South Wales Business Day - 125 Years of Power & Progress – The Past, The Present and The Future - 16 October 2026

About the Event

Join us for a day of innovation, insight, and industry connection at the ECA South Wales Business Day – celebrating 125 Years of Power & Progress: The Past, The Present and The Future ⚡🎉

Enjoy a dynamic programme featuring CPD sessions 📚, industry updates, and valuable networking opportunities with some of the sector's leading experts and innovators 🌟.

We're delighted to welcome former Wales and British & Irish Lions international Dafydd James to this year's Business Day. 🏉

Widely recognised for an outstanding rugby career that saw him earn 48 caps for Wales, represent the British & Irish Lions on their 2001 tour of Australia, and score 129 tries across a 15-year professional career, Dafydd's story extends far beyond the rugby field.

Looking ahead to the event, Dafydd said:

"I'm really looking forward to joining the ECA Business Day in October and connecting with so many ambitious business leaders from across the region. It promises to be a fantastic event, and I'm excited to share insights from my journey in elite sport and my role at Howden on building high-performing teams and overcoming challenges."

His inspiring session promises to leave delegates with valuable lessons that resonate both personally and professionally. 💡📖✨

What to Expect:

Presenter

We're delighted to welcome award-winning journalist and broadcaster Rob Osborne 🎤 as host of this year's Business Day.

A familiar face to audiences across Wales, Rob is best known for his work with ITV News, where he has spent almost two decades covering the stories that matter most.

Rob is a highly respected conference host, panel moderator and event chair, bringing insight, energy and professionalism to events across the UK. We look forward to having him lead the day's discussions and conversations.

Envirovent CPD

Envirovent will be delivering a CPD session on Ventilation Strategies and Best Practice Compliance at the Business Day.

The session will be presented by Zac Warren, Distribution Area Sales Manager, and Graham Price, Key Account Manager, who will share their expertise on effective ventilation solutions, industry best practice, and compliance requirements to help attendees stay informed on the latest standards and guidance. 💨🏢📚

F1 Simulator Racing

🏎️🏁 Experience the thrill of head-to-head racing with Simulator Racing’s high-performance driving simulators. Featuring full-size racing seats 🪑 and the latest force-feedback steering wheels 🎮, participants can enjoy an immersive virtual driving experience while competing against friends or colleagues 🤝 on a variety of challenging tracks 🏆, all within the same race. Feel the adrenaline, test your skills, and battle for pole position in an exciting and realistic motorsport challenge! 🚦

SPONSORS

Gold Sponsor - CEF

CEF is proud to be supporting this year's Business Day as a Gold Sponsor. As a long-standing supporter of the ECA, CEF consistently demonstrates its commitment to the industry by sponsoring and participating in events across South Wales and beyond.

They will be exhibiting at the Business Day, providing an opportunity for attendees to learn more about their latest initiatives, upcoming developments, and plans for the future. Be sure to visit their stand and speak with the team throughout the day.

Gold Sponsor - VME

We're delighted to welcome VME Distributors Ltd as a Gold Sponsor of this year's Business Day. Based in Cwmbran, 

VME supplies a comprehensive range of mechanical, ventilation and electrical products and services to contractors across Wales and the South West. With an expert, BTEC-approved sales team and strong industry accreditations, they're a trusted partner for electrical professionals. 

Visit their stand during the event to meet the team, ask questions, and discover how VME can support your business.

The following companies are also supporting this year's Business Day as valued sponsors:

More exciting details and updates will be announced soon! 🎉⚡🔌👀

💡 Learn. Connect. Innovate. Celebrate 125 Years of Power & Progress. ⚡🤝

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