The best events for manufacturers in the UK

Robotics and Automation Exhibition

The Robotics and Automation Exhibition is the UK’s largest event dedicated to robotics and automation technologies. Scheduled for 25th and 26th March 2025 at the NEC Birmingham, it offers professionals a platform to explore the latest innovations in robotics, warehouse automation, system integration, and more.

The event will feature over 350 exhibitors, including industry leaders like Dematic, Crescent Industrial, DPD, DSV, Ocado Intelligent Automation, Exotec, AutoStore, and Zebra Technologies. Attendees can benefit from more than 60 expert-led conference sessions addressing current trends and challenges in logistics and supply chain management.

Co-located with IntraLogisteX and the Sustainable Supply Chain Exhibition, visitors gain access to all three events with a single pass, providing a comprehensive experience of the latest advancements in manufacturing, engineering, and logistics. Registration is free for end-user practitioners.

For more information and to register, visit: Robotics and Automation Exhibition

Smart Manufacturing Week 2025

Smart Manufacturing Week, the festival of advanced manufacturing and engineering, will return to the NEC from 4th to 5th June, 2025.

Comprising over 450+ exhibitors and 13,000 visitors, this is a one-stop shop for future technologies and solutions related to smart factory, automation, data & AI, maintenance & asset management, design engineering, drives & controls and more.

Learn, discuss and discover the latest innovations and technologies that can propel your operations to the next level.

For more information and to register, visit: Smart Manufacturing Week

Battery Cells & Systems Expo

Battery Cells & Systems Expo is an international showcase of manufacturers, users and the entire supply chain working to increase battery performance, cost and safety. The show will bring together automotive OEM’s, electric utilities, battery cell manufacturers, system manufacturers and integrators along with the entire manufacturing supply chain.

Spread over two days, 9th & 10th July 2025, Battery Cells & Systems Expo will offer an unrivalled insight into current and future battery trends. New for this year, an additional day of conference content will run, covering 8th – 10th July.

150+ experts and thought leaders will speak in the multi-track conference, with sessions dedicated to the development and application of high-performance battery technology. Speakers will be discussing changes in raw material supply and handling, safety and sustainability of manufacturing processes, and the next steps in R&D innovation.

Co-located with Vehicle Electrification Expo, The Advanced Materials Show, and The Advanced Ceramics Show, we will welcome 300+ exhibitors and 4,000+ visitors in July 2025.

For more information and to register, visit: Battery Cells & Systems Expo

Vehicle Electrification Expo

Vehicle Electrification Expo will take place at the NEC Birmingham, from 9th & 10th July 2025. New for this year, an additional day of conference content will run, covering 8th – 10th July.

The show will bring together the entire supply chain involved in electric and hybrid vehicle manufacture and development showcasing the very latest technologies for this rapidly growing market.

Vehicle Electrification Expo enables automotive manufacturers to look at the latest powertrain solutions to improve the performance, efficiency, safety and sustainability of vehicles including light electric vehicles, passenger cars, commercial vehicles, buses and off-highway industrial vehicles. The show will bring together the entire supply chain involved in electric and hybrid vehicle manufacture and development showcasing the very latest technologies for this rapidly growing market.

Co-located with Battery Cells and Systems Expo, The Advanced Materials Show, and The Advanced Ceramics Show we will welcome 300+ exhibitors and 4,000 visitors in July 2025.

For more information and to register, visit: Vehicle Electrification Expo

Advanced Engineering 2025

On 29-30 October 2025, the NEC Birmingham will once again be the epicentre of engineering and manufacturing innovation. With unparalleled networking opportunities, immersive displays, and transformative product launches, Advanced Engineering 2025 promises to inspire and empower professionals like never before.

Attendees will experience the latest technologies in person, gaining valuable insights and hands-on interaction. It is an unmatched opportunity for exhibitors to showcase their innovations, create immediate connections, and drive meaningful engagement.

The event will also feature an exceptional line-up of speakers, with prominent industry and government figures addressing key topics such as policy, sustainability, digitalisation, and Net Zero.

This year’s edition will play a vital role in advancing the UK Government’s Industrial Strategy by showcasing cutting-edge innovations and fostering collaborations that enhance the nation’s engineering and manufacturing capabilities.

The event brings together the UK’s leading SMEs that drive innovation in the manufacturing and engineering sectors. It aims to support and engage apprentices and future engineers while amplifying industry efforts to address the skills gap through the #MINDTHEskillsGAP campaign.

For more information and to register, visit: Advanced Engineering

MACH 2026

Where The UK Manufacturing Community Comes Together

Taking place from 20-24 April 2026, MACH will be the event to connect the world of manufacturing technologies and be the destination of choice for companies looking to adopt and invest in the digital revolution.

MACH is a fantastic event for both exhibitors and visitors. It showcases live digital production systems in one space, under one roof, and hundreds of millions of pounds worth of business is discussed, secured, and completed at the event.

Attracting 26,000 attendees and in excess of 600 exhibitors, MACH is the platform to connect UK manufacturing engineers, decision-makers, buyers and specifiers with suppliers of new technology, equipment, services and processes. MACH is the ultimate showcase event for the UK’s engineering-based manufacturing technologies and with the largest number of high-quality trade visitors, it consistently delivers value for its exhibitors, generating a strong pipeline of high-quality leads and opportunities that continue to generate sales long after the show has ended.

MACH is owned and organised by the Manufacturing Technologies Association, the voice of the manufacturing technologies industry. The association is committed to driving innovation, creating value, and helping UK manufacturing thrive.

You can find out more about MACH 2026 here.