Panel Discussions
Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing: Disrupting Traditional Production
Inġ. David Sciberras
James Attard Kingswell
Kerstey Zammit
Dr Inġ Bonnie Attard
This panel explores how additive manufacturing is transforming industries—from lightweight race car parts to aerospace components, factory tools, and sustainable packaging. Experts from motorsport, aerospace, industrial design, and consumer products will share real-world examples, highlight major benefits, and discuss current challenges like material limitations and skill gaps. Together, they’ll explore how 3D printing is reshaping production today—and what the next decade could hold for design, engineering, and manufacturing innovation.
From Automation to Autonomy: the Rise of AI in Manufacturing
Prof. Inġ. Emmanuel Francalanza
Alexei Dingli
Prof. Inġ. Jonathan C. Borg
Prof. Inġ. Philip Farrugia
AI is moving beyond automation to enable intelligent, self-optimizing manufacturing systems. This panel brings together experts in industrial AI, robotics, and smart production to explore how machine learning, predictive analytics, and autonomous systems are transforming the factory floor. Through real-world examples across sectors, panelists will discuss the biggest breakthroughs, remaining challenges, and what it takes to scale AI in manufacturing—from talent to trust. Join us for a forward-looking conversation on how AI is redefining productivity, quality, and innovation in modern industry.