Events
From major trade shows to focused industry sessions, we’re active across the manufacturing sector. Find out where you can meet us next.
Upcoming events
Digital & Advanced Manufacturing
A practical Digital & Advanced Manufacturing event exploring how AI is being used on real shop floors today. Through interactive round tables, manufacturers will examine proven AI use cases, data foundations and safe adoption strategies to move from experimentation to real operational value in 2026.
📆 8th January |📍 Vulcan Works
Manufacturing Technology 2Day
A one-day UK event on digital manufacturing at the MTC in Coventry, with expert talks, case studies, live tech demos and networking to help manufacturers adopt and master digital transformation.
📆 20th January |📍 MTC, Coventry
MACH 2026
A five-day national manufacturing and engineering exhibition at NEC Birmingham showcasing cutting-edge technologies, live demos, automation, digital production systems and innovation. It connects engineers, buyers and suppliers with the latest tools, machinery and smart factory solutions.
📆 20-24th April |📍 The NEC, Birmingham
Smart Manufacturing Week 2026
A free, two-day trade show uniting the entire metals supply chain at NEC Birmingham. UK Metals Expo features 300+ exhibitors, expert speakers and seminars across metal processing, fabrication, CNC, sustainability and supply chain innovation, ideal for networking, discovering new technology and industry insights.
📆 3-4th June 2026 |📍 The NEC, Birmingham
Past events
People-Led Resilient Futures
A free in-person event exploring how people-led resilience and digitalisation can help shape factories of the future. Hosted at County Hall in London, the day features inspiring keynote talks, industry presentations, demonstrations and networking focused on how people power positive digital change and drive long-term impact.
📆 3rd December |📍 County Hall, London
Made Smarter: Factories of the Future
A one-day event exploring how digital technologies are transforming UK manufacturing. Featuring expert talks, real-world case studies, live demonstrations and networking, the event focuses on practical ways to improve productivity, efficiency and competitiveness through smarter factory solutions.
📆 20th November |📍 Cranfield University
Advanced Engineering 2025
The UK’s leading engineering and manufacturing exhibition, bringing together thousands of professionals at the NEC Birmingham. Advanced Engineering showcases cutting-edge technologies, materials and solutions, with expert talks, innovation zones and networking across key industrial sectors.
📆 29-30th October |📍 The NEC, Birmingham
Manufacturing Technology 2Day
A one-day UK event on digital manufacturing at the MTC in Coventry, with expert talks, case studies, live tech demos and networking to help manufacturers adopt and master digital transformation.
📆 22nd October |📍 MTC, Coventry
UK Metals Expo 2025
A free, two-day trade show uniting the entire metals supply chain at NEC Birmingham. UK Metals Expo features 300+ exhibitors, expert speakers and seminars across metal processing, fabrication, CNC, sustainability and supply chain innovation, ideal for networking, discovering new technology and industry insights.
📆 10th September |📍 The NEC, Birmingham
Fuelling Innovation
A University of Northampton business support campaign offering workshops, expert talks, networking and collaboration opportunities to help local companies innovate, grow and access funding, knowledge transfer and digital business support across Northamptonshire.
📆 4th September |📍 Vulcan Works
Smart Manufacturing Week 2025
A major UK manufacturing and engineering festival at the NEC Birmingham with expert speakers, tech showcases, case studies, live demos and networking designed to help manufacturers accelerate digital transformation, innovation and operational performance.
📆 4-5th June |📍 The NEC, Birmingham
Made Smarter East Of England Launch
A launch event introducing the Made Smarter East of England programme, helping regional manufacturers explore digital technologies, learn from success stories, hear from industry leaders and connect with expert support to boost productivity, innovation and growth.
📆 15th May |📍 Newmarket
Made in the UK Roadshow 2025
A series of Made in the UK, Sold to the World Roadshows touring the UK to help businesses accelerate international growth. Each event offers talks, seminars, networking and access to market specialists and buyers, tailored to different sectors and export readiness levels for UK companies seeking global expansion.
📆 15th May |📍 The ICC, Birmingham
