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Why attend FUEL London?
Get the clarity and connections to move your business forward.
Whether you're preparing to raise finance or exploring your options for the first time, FUEL London brings together the expertise, practical guidance and funding conversations that help businesses become finance ready.
Across one day you'll get access to:
A PERSONALISED EXPERIENCE
Whether through the details you share during registration or through a discussion with our team, we’ll personalise your experience to ensure every session and conversation is highly relevant to your stage and focused on your goals.
SESSIONS THAT
CREATE ACTION
Our funding readiness workshops help you take action with tailored checklists, pitch prep, and clear action plans. Helping you explore finance options, understand what suits your business, and manage associated risks effectively.
STORIES THAT
INSPIRE
Hear from real business owners and leaders as they share what worked (and what didn’t) when they went after funding, offering honest insights and lessons learned which you can use to shape your journey.
PRE-MATCHED 1-2-1s THAT MATTER
Join outcome-focused meetings with funders covering commercial finance, equity investment and grant support, arranged only when what you need aligns with what’s on offer, so every conversation leads to action.
ACCESS TO PEERS & CONNECTIONS
With lunch, refreshments, and networking included - join a room full of peers facing the same challenges and lived experiences, creating a valuable network alongside funders and support providers to help you get to where you want to be.
What ticket options are available for FUEL London?
Whether you’re looking to understand your funding options, meet potential funders, explore new supply chain opportunities, or do all three, there’s a FUEL London ticket to suit you.
Free Ticket
Get access to FUEL London, including:
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All workshop sessions
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Exhibition
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Networking with business leaders, funders and advisers
Meet the Money Ticket | £50
Everything in the Free ticket, plus access to Meet the Money:
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Curated 1-to-1 meetings with lenders and investors
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Matches based on your business needs and funding requirements
Combo Ticket | £80
Get the full FUEL London experience, plus access to East London Meet the Buyers:
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Everything included with Meet the Money
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Access to East London Meet the Buyers 1-to-1 meetings with procurement teams from London City Airport's Tier 1 contractors
Meet the Money - Confirmed Funders
Every business has different ambitions, challenges and funding needs. Meet the Money brings together lenders, investors and finance providers in one place, giving you a clear view of those attending FUEL London.
Below is the confirmed list of funders you’ll be able to meet on the day.
Banks and Specialist Commercial Lenders
From established high street banks and newer digital lenders to specialist commercial finance providers, these organisations offer a wide range of funding solutions to help businesses start, grow, invest, improve cash flow, and manage day-to-day operations. This includes loans, asset finance, invoice finance, trade finance, and other forms of business lending.
Community Development Finance Institutions
Community Development Finance Institutions (CDFIs) are specialist lenders focused on supporting businesses that may not fit traditional lending criteria. They take a people-first approach, looking beyond the numbers to understand your potential.
Institutional & Alternative Capital
These organisations offer specialist funding solutions beyond traditional bank lending and equity investment. From institutional finance and growth programmes to funding competitions and bespoke capital, they help businesses access the finance they need to innovate, grow, and achieve their ambitions.
Private Equity, Venture Capital and Angel Investment
These investors back ambitious businesses with funding in exchange for a share of the company. Alongside investment, they often bring valuable experience, connections, and support to help businesses grow.
FUEL London Agenda
Every FUEL Roadshow agenda is built around real business challenges from finding the right funding, to strengthening your financial position, to connecting with the people who help make it happen.
Each session is designed to give you clarity, confidence, and practical next steps — whatever stage your business is at.
Agenda is subject to change.
Main Sessions
Two events. One day of opportunity.
FUEL London is co-located with East London Meet the Buyers, bringing together two sides of business growth: developing new commercial opportunities and having the finance to deliver them.
UMi delivers FUEL London and East London Meet the Buyers in partnership with London City Airport. Through that relationship, we’re bringing the two events together to give businesses more ways to connect with potential buyers, develop their supply chains and explore the funding and investment that can help them deliver their plans.
For SMEs based in East London, we’re offering a combo ticket that gives you full access to both events for less than booking separately. Meet procurement teams and Tier 1 contractors looking to place contracts in East London, while also having conversations with funders and investors about the finance you may need to deliver them.
Venue, Travel and access
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Venue: Excel London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London, E16 1XL. A major international exhibition and conference centre located in London’s Royal Docks, offering extensive event space and excellent connectivity across the capital.
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By car: The venue is easily accessible via key routes including the A13, A406 North Circular and M25. Access to the on‑site car park is via the A13 only, with drivers advised to use postcode E16 1FR for the car park entrance or E16 1XL for general venue directions. Parking is available on site, with pre‑booking recommended to guarantee a space. There is no access to the car park from Western Gateway or Seagull Lane, and clearly signposted routes guide vehicles into the venue.
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By rail/tram: Excel London is exceptionally well connected by public transport, with the Elizabeth line and DLR providing the quickest routes. Alight at Custom House for the west entrance or Prince Regent for the east entrance and ICC areas. The Elizabeth line connects directly with central London and major national rail stations, providing fast onward travel across the capital and the wider UK rail network..
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By bus: A range of bus services operate in the surrounding area, connecting Excel London with Stratford, Canning Town, and central London. Stops are located within walking distance of both main entrances, providing frequent and reliable services throughout the day.
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From London airports: London City Airport is the closest airport, around 10 minutes away by DLR or car. Heathrow Airport can be reached directly via the Elizabeth line to Custom House, while Gatwick and Stansted are accessible via connecting rail services.
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Accessibility: Excel London provides wheelchair access and accessible facilities. If you have specific requirements, please contact us in advance so we can make arrangements.
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Good to know for attendees
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1‑2‑1 matching: We’ll use your registration details to match you to the most relevant lenders and advisors.
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What to bring: A brief outline of your funding need, and if you have recent management accounts, a simple cash‑flow view, and (if relevant) a short deck, bring them to aid your conversations. If you don't have these things, don't worry, the agenda sessions will help you develop them.
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Wi‑Fi & mobile: Complimentary venue Wi‑Fi; coverage is good across the event spaces.
Frequently asked questions
Delivered by trusted parteners
FUEL London is delivered by UMi in collaboration with organisations committed to improving access to business finance across the UK.