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*NEW for 2025* Next Gen Nav 2025 is taking place within our aptly named Synchronise Conference in collaboration with NPL and Spirent, designed to support PNT early career professionals. Register Here Date: Thurs, 23rd October 2025 Location: NPL NTC, Teddington, London Time: 0930–1900 Introducing the inaugural Synchronise Conference format in October: Weds 22nd - Spirent Academia Forum: A research and Innovation forum for the PNT and emerging technology academic community Thur 23rd - Next Gen Nav: The Royal Institute of Navigation’s (RIN) flagship conference showcasing early career research and innovation in the PNT space connecting early career professional and industry leaders. Fri 24th - Training: A half-day dedicated to science communication and PNT training with short technical training workshops designed to help early career attendees build their skillset.
"Early Career" refers to anyone at an early stage in their journey within a particular career path, regardless of age. This could include recent graduates, individuals transitioning from another sector, or those building experience in a new area of work. It encompasses young professionals as well as those making a career change, and recognises the diverse routes people take into the PNT community. Next Gen Nav’s key focus is bridging the gap between early career professionals and employers. Many emerging professionals aren’t aware of the wide range of opportunities within the PNT sector, while employers have reported challenges locating emerging talent. As well as the chance to hone presentation skills and forge useful contacts, Next Gen Nav offers insights into the state of the industry from both an employer and early career professional perspective. Whether you're presenting for the first time, keen to connect with peers, or curious about where a career in PNT could take you, Next Gen Nav exists to bolster your career toolbox. Agenda | 0930-1000 | Arrival and Registration | | 1000-1015 | Welcome and Introduction - Alex Schofield, GNSS PhD Researcher in Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) University of Warwick | | 1015-1315 | Next Gen Nav Presentations (with break) | | 1315-1420 | Lunch | | 1420-1440 | Presentation Winner Announced & Afternoon Session Intro | | 1440-1500 | Industry Flash Talk - Matteo Gala, GNSS Engineer at Xona 
| | 1500-1530 | Panel Session: Joining the PNT Career Ladder - Kieran Bjergstrom -Director of Quantum Technologies, Quantum Associates - Matteo Gala, GNSS Engineer at Xona | | 1530-1545 | Comfort tea/coffee break | | 1545-1605 | Industry Flash Talk - Dr Rob Quinn - CEO & Founder of MakeSense 
| | 1605-1700 | Panel Session: Navigating a Career in PNT Sessions - Sarah Hammer (DSTL)
- Richard Burguete (NPL)
- Raphael Grech (Spirent) | | 1700-1705 | Closing Remarks
| | 1705-1900 | Drinks Reception and Networking
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Interested in Attending? Please register your attendance via Eventbrite which is managed by NPL. Once you've registered, we'll keep you updated with topic and speaker announcements. Interested in presenting? Presentation submission window is now closed.
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