CW TEC 2025 will address how UK can thrive as the 6G era starts
The agenda is now live for CW TEC 2025, Cambridge Wireless’s flagship technology and engineering conference.
CW will dive into open debate and practical exploration of how technologies like wifi, NTN, and IoT could reshape the nation’s connectivity landscape.
Session and speaker highlights include ‘what does the UK need from communications in the next decade/6G era?’; ‘what other standards/technologies might help?’; and ‘how do we stitch it all together to meet our needs?’.
Speakers at the 11th annual conference will include Gideon Senensieb, director of spectrum policy, Ofcom; Catherine Page, deputy director of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT); Fabrizio De Paolis, implementation manager at the European Space Agency; and Julie Bradford, head of techno-economic analysis at Real Wireless.
Sponsored by MathWorks and EnSilica, this is not your typical 6G conference. CW TEC will challenge assumptions and explore how the UK can build the resilient, inclusive and future-ready connectivity infrastructure it truly needs.
Leading experts will explore the UK’s priorities for advanced 6G connectivity. Sessions will also examine how technologies such as wifi, NTN (Non-Terrestrial Network) and IoT (Internet of Things) could reshape the national infrastructure.
- Fabrizio De Paolis, 5G/6G implementation manager, European Space Agency (ESA) will talk on ‘Shaping the Future of 6G: ESA's Role in Terrestrial and Non-Terrestrial Network Evolution’
Fabrizio will present ESA’s perspective on the future of 6G, focusing on how the agency is supporting the development and integration of terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks (TN/NTN). He will also discuss the ESA’s views on the key technologies and use-cases for 6G, enablers for the seamless migration and coexistence between 5G and 6G and the role of ESA and government entities in nurturing a thriving European 6G ecosystem.
Ryan Husbands, wireless research specialist at BT will consider ‘6G Challenges and Opportunities’.
With 6G positioned as the platform for 2030 and beyond – offering the potential to be significantly faster and more reliable than its predecessor – it's important to understand the candidate technologies and their potential applications. In his presentation, Ryan will highlight both the challenges and opportunities in shaping future 6G networks.
- Paul Morris, vice president of RF & Comms Business Unit at EnSilica, will be joining the dots between satellite and terrestrial operators, terminal manufacturers and semiconductors
By understanding what operators require, tackling the technical challenges and leveraging emerging technologies, Paul will explore how we can introduce 6G features whilst progressing towards net zero.
“Virtually no industry remains untouched by wireless connectivity - from advanced manufacturing and autonomous systems to finance, healthcare, and beyond,” said Michaela Eschbach, CEO of Cambridge Wireless. “As 6G begins to take shape, it's critical for technology leaders to stay ahead of the curve. The 6G Conference brings together leading researchers, engineers, and industry experts to explore the technical foundations and real-world implications of next-generation connectivity.
“For CTOs and technologists, this is an essential opportunity to hear expert perspectives, challenge assumptions, and refine strategic thinking in a rapidly evolving landscape.”
CW TEC 2025 takes place at The Computer Laboratory at the University of Cambridge, 9am-5.30pm on 7 July.
Full details here.
