Midlands Industrial Ceramics Group

This short film sets out our ambitions and priorities for the future of the advanced ceramics sector. More information can be found in our blueprint ‘Priorities for Action’ guide, a 12-page report: micg.org.uk/micg-sets-out-…

As part of the SIPF programme, the MICG has commissioned market research to better understand the main challenges facing the advanced ceramics sector and explore opportunities for collaboration. The survey is available online to gather further insight: survey.euro.confirmit.com/wix/7/p6815618…

We're looking forward to the return of the MICG Poster Competition at The Advanced Ceramics Show next week - now expanded to feature even more early career researchers from across the UK. Read the full story at: micg.org.uk/micg-poster-co…

Today is International Women’s Day, and we're recognising the significant role of women in within the advanced ceramics industry. MICG is dedicated to supporting and promoting women in science, engineering and manufacturing, helping to create a more inclusive industry. #IWD2025

The Midlands Industrial Ceramics Group is highlighting careers in advanced ceramics for National Careers Week 2025. From aerospace to sustainability, this industry offers exciting opportunities in materials science and engineering. Learn more: micg.org.uk/education/ #NCW2025

Today is International Day of Women & Girls in Science – and we're celebrating women who are making a difference in advanced ceramics and materials science. The MICG is committed to fostering diverse talent and encouraging the next generation of women in #STEM.

Researchers and innovators in advanced ceramics have the opportunity to showcase their work at the 2nd Alan McLelland Poster Competition, taking place as part of The Advanced Ceramics Show on 9th and 10th July 2025 at The NEC, Birmingham. 👉 micg.org.uk/micg-poster-co…

The Midlands Industrial Ceramics Group has appointed a new Chair, Jonathan Phillips, of Morgan Advanced Materials. Find out more here: micg.org.uk/micg-appoints-…

Academics looking at the research being undertaken by MICG can attend a morning session held at the University of Nottingham’s Jubilee Campus on November 6, which will share insights into the development of advanced ceramics in the Midlands. micg.org.uk/event-sets-out…

Why is the Midlands the key location for the acceleration of innovation and development in advanced ceramics? Find out at the University of Nottingham’s Jubilee Campus on November 6. For details, visit micg.org.uk/event-sets-out…

MICG is part way through a £40m five-year programme to champion advanced ceramics and will be sharing progress so far at a morning session held at the University of Nottingham’s Jubilee Campus on November 6. To register attendance email aeveritt@ade-regen.co.uk

In 2021, MICG secured £18.27 million of government funding, provided through UK Research and Innovation’s flagship Strength in Places Fund (SIPF). Today we’re at @unibirmingham for the quarterly meeting. It’s been an inspiring morning showcasing the progress that's been made.

Midlands manufacturers looking to innovate can find out about the opportunities advanced ceramics offers in solving critical technology challenges at our Nottingham showcase event on November 6 at the University of Nottingham’s Jubilee Campus. More at: micg.org.uk/event-sets-out…

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) has become the newest member of The Midlands Industrial Ceramics Group (MICG). You can read more on the announcement here: bit.ly/3Y6zp8V

Exciting developments and updates were shared at a meeting of MICG members this week. The format for the event, which was hosted at The AMRICC Centre, included a series of talks, as well as a strategic workshop.

Today, The #AMRICC Centre is hosting the SIPF Q11 review meeting. This event has brought together all of the partners to demonstrate the ongoing commitment to advancing the industrial ceramics sector. Representatives from UKRI will be joining us later.