Scottish Section: Lifelong Learning Day 2026

Take a deep dive into one of the biggest challenges facing our industry at this year’s Lifelong Learning Day.

The Scottish Section is once again bringing together brewers, distillers, and professionals from across production and related roles for a day of insight, discussion, and networking.

This in-person event will take place at the spectacular Atholl Palace Hotel, with its stunning views of the Scottish Highlands. The focus is the critical issue of sustainability - a challenge that impacts every corner of our industry.

Throughout the day, we will explore questions such as:

• How can the industry adapt to the changes ahead?

• What can we learn from others already making progress?

• Who can we engage with for support and collaboration?

The programme will feature expert speakers and opportunities for open discussion - helping you gain both knowledge and inspiration to take back to your workplace.

Speakers

We have speakers from Briggs, Exergy3, Thistle Systems, Balcas Energy, SWRI, Diversey and Distil-re speaking on a range of practical applications and research within the sustainability field. Full list to be released.

Why should you attend?

• Share the sustainability challenges your business is facing and explore potential solutions.

• Discover inspiring examples of sustainability initiatives already underway in the industry.

• Connect with peers across brewing, distilling, and allied sectors to exchange ideas and build valuable networks.

Tickets: Tickets include tea/coffee breaks and lunch. Book by 9th Nov 2026 11:59 pm to secure your place.

• Free to attend for CIBD members - please provide your member number(/Pnumber) during the booking process to validate your booking.

• £65 for non-members

  • Not yet a member but registered for a CIBD exam? Become a Student Member or Online Student Member. You can find out about our membership categories here.