The Institute of Refractories Engineers (IRE) has opened bookings for its 2026 Drinks Reception, inviting members, delegates and industry professionals to come together for an evening of informal networking during this year’s UK Conference and Training programme.
Designed to complement the Institute’s technical events, the reception provides an opportunity for attendees to step away from the conference sessions and continue conversations in a relaxed environment. Whether catching up with long-standing colleagues, making new industry contacts or discussing the latest developments in refractory engineering, the event aims to strengthen the professional relationships that help drive innovation across the sector.
Networking has long been a cornerstone of the Institute’s activities, bringing together professionals from across the steel, cement, glass, foundry, ceramics and wider high-temperature processing industries. Alongside the technical presentations and training sessions, the drinks reception offers delegates valuable time to exchange ideas, discuss common challenges and explore new business opportunities.
The event forms part of the IRE’s wider commitment to supporting collaboration, knowledge sharing and professional development throughout the global refractory community. As a not-for-profit professional institute, the IRE continues to expand its programme of conferences, technical meetings and networking events to help members build stronger industry connections and stay informed about the latest advances in refractory technology.
With places expected to be popular among conference attendees, those wishing to attend are encouraged to reserve their tickets early. Full event information, booking details and conference registration are available via the Institute of Refractories Engineers website.
UK Drinks Reception 2026
- Date: Tuesday 17th November 2026 – 19:00 – 22:00
- Location: The Quays Hotel, Victoria Quays, Furnival Road, Sheffield, S4 7YB, United Kingdom
- Evening Networking Reception: Drinks and Canapes for early arriving conference delegates in hotel bar and relaxed networking
- Members: £30.00
- Non Members: £35.00
- Click here to book your place
You can also book direct using secretary@ireng.org or use this email address for any communications.
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