Sustainability policies and supply challenges are driving the development of smart metering in the energy industry, and more widespread and advanced metering solutions for the water industry. Whilst the challenges of interoperability, integration and competition remain to be overcome, advances...

The Future of European Rail acts as a great forum for debate bringing together senior-level figures from government bodies, passenger and freight operating companies, infrastructure managers and suppliers from across Europe. With over 180 attendees from 21 countries at our 2007 event, this was...

After attracting over 160 delegates in 2007, this conference will bring together the leaders of the energy industry across Europe to assess and debate the vital issues facing the future of nuclear power.

Under the twin pressures of security of supply and climate change, the utilities sector is currently at a key juncture in its development. Companies face the challenge of investing to balance supply and demand whilst maintaining focus on sustainability. In addition to this, regulatory frameworks...

Topics: - What are the forces shaping the banking landscape in Europe? - Exploring strengthening markets: excelling in consumer lending and premier banking - Assessing the impact of regulation - How is the role of the bank evolving? - Defining your strategy - Best practice in distribution -...

The IEA's third annual Air Cargo Summit is a one-day forum dedicated to the strategic, technical and legal issues facing the air cargo sector. The event brings together senior executives from the globe's top cargo carriers, as well as business leaders from freight forwarders and integrators, and...

Driven by technological change and convergence, the communications industry is rapidly evolving. Broadcasters, media companies and telecoms operators most forge winning strategies to differentiate their offerings and attract new customers. With spectrum up for grabs, regulation and...

The distribution landscape for retail savings and investment products is undergoing a period of unprecedented change. Increased pricing transparency for products and services is affecting the business models of both providers and intermediaries, and the FSA's Retail Distribution Review promises...

Building on our long-standing relationship with the financial services sector, we are proud to introduce the Institute of Economic Affairs' inaugural Private Equity Summit. For over 50 years the IEA has been actively promoting free-market policies, communicating to the public and politicians...

The Institute of Economic Affairs has a longstanding involvement in the Air Transport industry, and its Future of Air Transport conference is now firmly established as one of the leading industry events, attracting top executives from across the globe.