November NEAA Members NEtwork at Lear Sunderland

Event Date:

November 26, 2026

Event Time:

9:15 am

Event Location:

Lear Corporation

You are invited to attend the November 2026 NEAA Members Networking Event, taking place at Lear Corporation in Sunderland.

Join us for an unmissable networking opportunity! Network with industry peers, learn about the latest developments shaping our sector, and explore strategies to maximise your NEAA membership benefits. You will also have the opportunity to introduce your company to the network during member introductions and take an exclusive tour of the host plant.

Hear from our host, Lear Corporation, a global leader in automotive seating and electrical distribution systems, as the company celebrates 20 years since the opening of its Sunderland plant.

Over the past two decades, Lear has continued to shape the future of mobility through advanced manufacturing, innovation and a strong commitment to operational excellence. With a significant presence in the North East, the company plays a vital role in the region’s automotive supply chain, delivering high-quality products to major OEMs such as Nissan while continuing to invest in its people, technologies and sustainability initiatives.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain insight into one of the region’s leading automotive manufacturers and learn more about the innovations driving its continued success.

Agenda:

  • 09.15am – Registration, Networking and Refreshments
  • 09.45am – NEAA Welcome
  • 09.50am – Member Introductions – All
  • 10.05am – Automotive News and NEAA Insights
  • 10.25am – Guest Speaker: Lear Sunderland
  • 10.45am – Q&A
  • 11.00am – Site Tour of Lear Sunderland
  • 12.00pm – Close

Register here

Please note, there will be a cap on numbers and there may be a maximum of one per member company. This event is open to NEAA members only.

Event Schedule Details
  • November 26, 2026

    9:15 am -12:00 pm

Event Location

Lear Corporation, Mercantile Road, Houghton le Spring, DH4 5PP

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