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Next event | “LifeIn AI 2026 in partnership with Babcock”
Wednesday 23rd September at Market Hall, Plymouth
Through live events and podcasts, we create space for businesses, educators, experts and communities to learn from one another, share insight and spark collaboration.
“LifeIn Series” began as a way to test how live events could create real value for local people and organisations. What started with “LifeIn Print” as a small pilot in 2023 has grown into a wider event platform, with “LifeIn AI in 2025” showing the appetite for high-quality, future-focused discussion.
Now that “LifeIn AI 2026 in Partnership with Babcock” will take place on Wednesday 23rd September, 2026, the series is reaching new heights. The goal is to grow the platform to spotlight important topics and create a lasting series that informs, connects and inspires positive action across different sectors.
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LifeIn AI 2026 in Partnership with Babcock
Plymouth is set to once again become an interactive hub of Artificial Intelligence with the return of the South West’s biggest major open-access AI event.
“LifeIn AI 2026” is taking place in the city on Wednesday 23rd September in partnership with Babcock International Group (Babcock), offering visitors a glimpse of what the future could look like with AI.
The FREE one-day show will showcase AI robots and demonstrations, AI keynote talks, immersive dome shows and hands-on workshops led by industry experts, such as Babcock, that will showcase the cutting edge technology being developed right here in the South West.
Taking place between 10am and 7pm at Plymouth’s Market Hall in Devonport — a leading venue for digital and tech conferences — the event will provide access to interactive AI experiences for businesses, creatives, academics, students and the general public alike, transforming the historic venue into a vibrant hub of innovation.
The event follows on from a highly successful inaugural event — “LifeIn AI 2025” — which took place at Market Hall in April 2025. More than 300 people packed the venue for that first event, prompting organisers to make sure that this September’s will be bigger, better and more varied than before, with a focus on key themes around AI security, adoption and business integration.
“LifeIn AI 2026” will be bigger, better and more varied than before. See our video highlight from “LifeIn AI 2025” in the section below.
Date: Wednesday 23rd September, 2026
Time: 10am-7pm
Venue: Market Hall, Duke Street, Devonport, Plymouth
Meet our 2026 sponsors (so far…)
Babcock International Group are the “LifeIn AI 2026” Headline Partners
We are delighted to announce that Babcock are our Headline Partners for 2026. Andrew Munday, Babcock’s Global Technology Director, says: “Babcock is committed to both investing in and supporting technologies like AI and using them to make a difference to the world we live in, whether that’s creating technology solutions to support our British Armed Forces in protecting our nation, or working directly with our SME and supply chain finding new and innovative ways of working together.
“I’m delighted we’ll be joining our partners at Team Plymouth for this event, and working with regional businesses to discuss the role AI can play in the future of the nation.”
In April, Babcock confirmed its new Capability Centre (artist impression of the new centre is pictured) located at the former House of Fraser building in Plymouth’s Royal Parade, underpinning its position as a leader in defence and in technologies such as marine AI and autonomy.
“LifeIn AI 2026” will focus on several key themes, all led by the Babcock team:
AI and Business Resilience in the South West
Innovation within the South West’s AI and Tech Ecosystem
AI Innovation on the frontline of the South West’s workforce
Education and AI: Promoting Best Use in Schools, Colleges and Universities
Understanding what AI is and how your business can get ready for it
Solving the South West’s Digital and AI Future
Assurance: Navigating the AI Landscape
Upskilling the South West’s Workforce using AI
Retaining AI and Tech Talent in the South West
Cybersecurity: More Crucial Now than Ever
City College Plymouth is a Core Sponsor for “LifeIn AI 2026”
City College Plymouth — one of the “LifeIn AI 2025” sponsors — is a Core Sponsor for the event in September. The college, which provides higher education, vocational training and adult learning that’s tailored to local workforce needs, exemplifies digital leadership by developing in-house ‘no-code’ AI learning tools. These automated solutions streamline administrative operations, boost staff productivity and support highly personalised student learning.
University of Plymouth is a Support Sponsor for “LifeIn AI 2026”
University of Plymouth — which supplied a dizzying array of robots, projects and workshops at “LifeIn AI 2025” — is a Support Sponsor for the event and will once again bring fascinating exhibits and demos. The university is celebrated for teaching and research excellence and civic impact, with its researchers pioneering AI-enabled systems for use in the agriculture, environmental and marine sectors, as well as adaptive healthcare robotics and brain-computer music interfaces for disabled individuals. This expertise is also being passed on to the future workforce through its wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
Techosaurus is a Support Sponsor for “LifeIn AI 2026”
Techosaurus is also a Support Sponsor for the event. Based in Yeovil, Somerset, this is an award-winning, founder-led EdTech consultancy helping people and businesses make emerging technology, especially AI and automation, practical, accessible and useful. Founded by Scott Quilter FBCS and Ellie Quilter, Techosaurus combines over 20 years of experience across IT, automation and education to build digital confidence through hands-on training, consultancy and real-world workflow support. Its award-winning Generative AI Skills Bootcamp has helped learners and businesses apply AI in practical ways, from improving daily processes to building confidence with new tools.
We still have room for more sponsors, exhibitors and marketstall holders…
Please contact: Matt Fleming: mattfleming392@gmail.com for our “LifeIn AI 2026 Sponsorship Pack” and to discuss how we can partner with you and help elevate your brand as you become part of the South West’s biggest AI event.
For images, videos or event assets, please contact: Christina Wilkins: christina@brandbiscuitstudio.com
What to expect at “LifeIn AI 2026”…
This groundbreaking one-day event showcases the South West’s AI capabilities and connects you with life-changing innovation in our region.
At “LifeIn AI 2026”, expect:
AI-powered robots and machines
Demonstrations of AI projects, software and innovations
An array of talks on AI aimed at businesses, academics, students and the public
A rolling schedule of interactive workshops across multiple rooms that look at a variety of AI-related subjects to support AI adoption and growth
A B2B marketplace with AI-related businesses who can help you navigate this often misunderstood subject
Incredible AI-powered shows in Europe’s largest immersive Dome, which will prove to be as stunning for families as they are for business representatives and the general public
Networking opportunities with local businesses and experts for advice and knowledge share
New for this year!
A dedicated AI Education Zone
A dedicated AI Arts and Music Zone
A Livestream Broadcast Podcast Zone for businesses to showcase themselves, their innovations and discuss important topics for conversation. Great to connect the wider region and people who can’t make it to the day.
Date: Wednesday 23rd September, 2026
Time: 10am-7pm
Venue: Market Hall, Duke Street, Devonport, Plymouth
Food and drink is available for purchase all day between 10am and 7pm at Real Ideas’ Community Café at Market Hall. Parking is also ample around the area if you are driving to the venue.
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LifeIn AI 2025
LifeIn AI was a day of discovery, innovation and immersive experiences with live demos, keynote talks and workshops led by our sponsors and partners.
In April 2025 the Market Hall Devonport was transformed into a vibrant hub for LifeIn AI. A one-day event to explore, experience and understand the future of AI and discover all the exciting AI innovations happening in the South West.
Due to popular demand, we are curating another LifeIn Ai for this September! Stay tuned… Announcement coming soon.
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