UK Lean Summit 2025

DATE

8th April 2025

LOCATION

The Spine - Liverpool

SPEAKERS

TBC
Overview

UK Lean Summit 2025

The Lean Enterprise Academy returns to Liverpool on the 8-9 April for the third consecutive year following another sold-out event in 2024. The UK Lean Summit 2025 will feature the latest advancements, real-world case studies, and practical applications of lean thinking, presented by a diverse range of inspiring leaders, industry experts, and leading organisations.

Keynote presentations from thought leaders will showcase the latest developments in lean thinking, as well as how companies are successfully implementing lean practices. Additionally, in-depth learning sessions will explore how various companies have applied lean thinking to address the challenges of today.

Want to engage in discussions about your challenges and expand your network of lean professionals? Our summit is the perfect opportunity for both new and seasoned lean practitioners to connect with like-minded individuals.

Agenda

UK Lean Summit 2025 Agenda

The LEA team is working to finalise an exciting agenda for the 2025 Summit, featuring lean experts, industry leaders, and practical case studies.

We are always interested to hear how organisations and individuals are closing their gaps using lean thinking and practice. If you have a good story or some useful lessons learned in meeting these challenges, we’d love to hear from you! Share your experiences with us, and you could be featured at next year’s event. Contact us at [email protected] of fill in our contact form.

Venue & Hotel

Venue for the UK Lean Summit 2025

The UK Lean Summit 2025 will be held on the 8th & 9th April 2025 at The Spine. Our Capability Development Workshops will also be held at the Spine on the 7th April 2024.

The Spine Building - venue for the UK Lean Summit 2025

The Spine is located in Paddington Village at the heart of the Knowledge Quarter in Liverpool’s City Centre and is the new destination for events in Liverpool, offering world-class dynamic spaces for conferences, workshops and dining. It is one of the healthiest buildings in the UK, with a platinum WELL Standard accreditation.

The Spine Address: The Spine Building, 2 Paddington Village, Off Grove Street, L7 3FA Liverpool, United Kingdom


Hotel

Please note that accommodation is not included with your event ticket. Attendees are responsible for booking their own accommodation, and for convenience, we recommend the Novotel Liverpool Paddington Village. Featuring a fitness centre, bar and views of city, the Novotel is located directly opposite from The Spine. 

Novotel address: Novotel Liverpool Paddington Village, 3 Paddington Village, Grove St, Liverpool L7 3FA

Novotel Paddington Village Liverpool - recommended accommodation for the the UK Lean Summit 2025

As the Spine is located outside of the City Centre, there are also other hotels to stay including the Hope Street Hotel, which is only a 4 minute taxi ride or a 13 minute walk from The Spine.

Travel

Travel to the Spine

By train: 

  • Nearest train station: Liverpool Lime Street – 19 minute walk – 6 minute taxi
  • 35 minutes from Manchester
  • 1 hour 20 minutes from Leeds
  • 3 hours 30 minutes from Glasgow
  • 2 hours from London
  • 1 hour 40 minutes from Birmingham

By car: 

From M6 on to M57, M62 or M58 

Motorway connections put the majority of the UK cities within a four-hour drive time.

  • 45 minutes from Manchester and Chester 
  • 2 hours from Birmingham 
  • 3 hours 40 minutes from Glasgow
  • 4 hours from London
  • 35 minute drive from Liverpool Airport
  • 60 minute drive from Manchester Airport
Pricing

Ticket Pricing

Summit Ticket

UK Lean Summit 2025 – Early Bird Ticket


UK Lean Summit 2025 – Standard Ticket

Early Bird and Standard tickets are for ONLY the UK Lean Summit on the 8th-9th April 2025, this includes access to all keynotes, learning sessions and networking activities over the 2 days.
Pricing

£960.00 (excluding VAT)
(Offer Ends 31st January 2025)

£1,150.00 (excluding VAT)

**Group discount available – buy 4 tickets and get a 5th ticket free!**

Capability Development Workshops

Capability Development Workshop

Our 1 day workshops take place on the 7th April 2025. If you would like to also attend the
UK Lean Summit 2025, you must purchase a ticket for the event.
Pricing

£460.00 (excluding VAT)

**Group discount available – buy 4 tickets and get a 5th ticket free!**

Discounts

Groups of 4 or more: For every 4 tickets you purchase for the UK Lean Summit 2025, you’ll receive a complimentary 5th ticket! This discount also applies to the Capability Development Workshops. 

To receive your discount, please contact [email protected]


Invoicing

Should you require an invoice, please contact [email protected]

Please note that an invoice must be paid in full within 30 days of receipt.


Delegate Information

Please supply the names, email and job title for each delegate upon ticket purchase, as well as any dietary requirements. Please contact [email protected] to discuss any other specific needs.

Confirmation, Cancellations and Substitutions

Once registered, you will receive a confirmation by email.
Substitutions may be made at any time.
In the event of cancellation, cancellation charges apply (see Summit Terms & Conditions).


Terms & Conditions

Download the full terms and conditions for the UK Lean Summit 2025 here.

Workshops

Workshops

Our Capability Development Workshops are on the 7th April (the day before the summit) at the Spine, Liverpool, UK. More information on our 2025 Capability Development Workshops will be available shortly.


The Purpose, Process & People

The Purpose

What is the Purpose of the Summit?

The purpose of the Summit is as follows:

  • Share how lean thinking can be used to solve the problems of today and tomorrow. 
  • Raise consciousness of the latest developments in Lean Thinking and Practice.
  • Provide insight into practical ways to get started, deepen or enhance your Lean journey and transformation.
  • Enable participants to build their own network of Lean Thinkers.
The Process

The Process – How do we Organise the Summit?

How can lean thinking and practice help us navigate the key problems facing us today?

  • The productivity challenge.
  • Supply chain disruption.
  • The environmental crisis.
  • The growing use of digital.
  • Managing inflation and the cost-of-living crisis.
  • Talent development and retention
  • Developing new products and services to deliver value for customers. 
The People

The People – Who Should Come?

Anyone trying to apply Lean Thinking & Practice to their unique situation or organisation. Our summit helps develop your lean network because we:

  • Assemble the best Lean practitioners, sensei and participants to learn and share together.

  • Build time into the programme for participants to network and reflect.

  • Provide a variety of learning situations. This includes Pre-Summit capability development workshops on leading edge topics, keynote talks, interactive learning sessions and panel discussions.

  • Enable groups from the same organisations to come to the Summit to learn and assess their situation.


What Attendees Loved About Last Year’s Summit

Using Lean to Develop Virtual Processes

“The Latest Lean Insights to Support Organisation Change “

“Each year brings fresh insights from the Lean world, helping you identify and address gaps within your organisation, empowering you to make impactful changes.”

Connect and Learn from Lean Thought Leaders

“The perfect opportunity to be inspired, learn from experienced members of the lean community, and engage in meaningful conversations with them.”

Toyota Team Working

Inspiration that gave me a Fresh Perspective

“The content and culture of the event was inspirational. The exchange of ideas across a whole range of sectors helped me to think more creatively about our challenges.”


UK Lean Summit 2025 Tickets

Tickets

The numbers below include tickets for this event already in your cart. Clicking “Get Tickets” will allow you to edit any existing attendee information as well as change ticket quantities.
UK Lean Summit 2025 – Early Bird Ticket
Ticket price is £960.00 excluding VAT
£ 1,152.00
200 available
UK Lean Summit 2025 – Early Bird Ticket + Capability Development Workshop
Ticket price is £1,420.00 excluding VAT
£ 1,704.00
80 available

Join us at the UK Lean Summit 2025! UK Lean Summit 2025 – Early Bird Tickets provide full access to the two-day event on April 8-9, 2025, at The Spine, along with an exclusive evening networking activity. The Early Bird offer is available until January 31, 2025—be sure to book now to secure your spot and avoid disappointment!

Should you require an invoice, please contact [email protected]. Please note that an invoice must be paid in full within 30 days of receipt.


UK Lean Summit 2025 Agenda

The full agenda will be available soon - stay tuned for updates!

We are always interested to hear how organisations and individuals are closing their gaps using lean thinking and practice. If you have a good story or some useful lessons learned in meeting these challenges, we’d love to hear from you! Share your experiences with us, and you could be featured at next year’s event. Contact us at [email protected] of fill in our contact form.