We are delighted to announce that A E Yates will be our Conference Partner for this year’s Strictly Highways, marking the second consecutive year of this collaboration.
With bookings having opened in November, the event, returning to Blackpool from 30th September – 2nd October 2025, has already generated unprecedented interest. Over 50% of exhibitor spaces are already booked, with three major sponsorship packages confirmed, reflecting the high demand for opportunities across sponsorship, exhibition, and delegate places.
About our Conference Partner
Established in 1870, A E Yates is a leading civil engineering contractor with a proven track record of successfully delivering technically demanding, high quality works to a wide variety of public and private customers.
A E Yates’ Managing Director, Sven Till, shared his excitement about the partnership: “A E Yates Civil Engineering is delighted to be the Conference Partner for LCRIG’s Strictly Highways 2025 conference, marking our second consecutive year of this exciting collaboration. After the incredible success of last year’s event, we are thrilled to continue our partnership and be part of such a vital platform for innovation and collaboration within the highways sector.
“We are eager to build on the momentum from last year, strengthen our relationships with industry peers, and continue to contribute to the forward-thinking conversations shaping the future of civil engineering.”
Keely Metcalfe, Relationship Manager at LCRIG, expressed her enthusiasm for the partnership: “We are excited to have A E Yates as our Conference Partner again for this year’s Strictly Highways. A E Yates is driving innovation and improvements across the highways sector, and we are delighted to have their continued support.”
About Strictly Highways
Strictly Highways is LCRIG’s flagship annual conference, networking event, and awards ceremony, bringing together the whole highways community, including councils, the Department for Transport (DfT), academia, industry associations, the supply chain, and media.
Delegates attending this year’s event will have the opportunity to learn about new innovations and technology, share experiences, receive updates from the DfT, and network across the two days in the glittering setting of the Ballroom at the iconic Winter Gardens.
Our CPD-certified conference programme features two days of interactive panel debates and presentations focused on our four pillars: collaboration, innovation, decarbonisation, and skills. Speakers will deliver a variety of sessions designed to inspire, educate, and foster collaboration.
We are also proud to host the prestigious Special Recognition Awards once again on behalf of Department for Transport (DfT). Founded by the late Steve Berry OBE, the Department for Transport’s former Head of Highways Maintenance, Innovation and Resilience, these awards recognise companies and individuals who have gone the extra mile to deliver change in the sector.
Fully Funded Public Sector Places
To ensure accessibility for the entire highways community, we offer fully funded places for public sector delegates. These packages, funded by revenue generated through sponsorship and exhibitor sales, include accommodation, transport between the hotel and venue, catering and refreshments.
Last year’s Strictly Highways was a tremendous success, welcoming more than 460 delegates over the two days. Delegates represented more than 70 different highway authorities from across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, as well as the Department for Transport, academia, industry associations, the supply chain, and media.
Book Your Place Today
Don’t miss your chance to be part of Strictly Highways 2025.
Sponsorship opportunities, exhibitor spaces, and delegate places are still available.
Visit the Strictly Highways website for more information and to secure your spot.
Looking Back at Strictly Highways Highlights
If October feels too far away, relive some of our favourite moments from last year’s Strictly Highways, including Sven Till’s reflections on behalf of A E Yates during the event.