The National Transition Event 2026: Event Guide & Timetable
Use the event guide to shape your day at the National Transition Event and discover what’s happening across the site. NTE brings together the Armed Forces community, employers and support organisations in one dynamic setting at Silverstone, offering opportunities to explore new career paths, hear from people with shared experiences and make valuable connections. Alongside the conversations and insight, there’s a real buzz to the day, with plenty going on to keep you engaged from arrival to departure. The event guide helps you pick out what’s most relevant and make the most of your time at NTE.
What’s On at NTE 2026
The National Transition Event features a full programme of activity designed to inform, inspire and connect the Armed Forces community. Throughout the day, attendees can take part in sector-focused talks, panel discussions and keynote sessions on the Community Stage, alongside practical attendee briefings and family-friendly activities. Highlights include themed sessions exploring careers across defence, manufacturing, clean energy, business, the creative industries and motorsport, as well as the iconic Troops’ Track Day on the Silverstone GP Circuit. Together, these events create a varied and engaging experience that supports learning, networking and future opportunities.
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 08:00 | NTE Opens & Registration | Mezzanine 3 |
| 08:15 – 15:30 | RAFA Kidz Sessions | IMC4 |
| 08:30 – 12:00 | Attendee Briefings (30‑minute sessions) | IMC 2 & 3 |
| 09:00 – 15:15 | Community Stage Programme (including sector talks, panels and keynote sessions such as Veterans in Defence, Clean Energy, Built Environment, Business, Creative Industries and Motorsport) | Community Stage, Mezzanine 3 |
| 09:00 – 13:00 14:00 – 17:00 |
Troops’ Track Day (Track pauses 13:00–14:00) | Silverstone GP Circuit |
| 17:00 | NTE Closes | All halls & track |