Advanced Engineering Exhibition 2026

Connecting the dots across the UK's manufacturing and engineering supply chain

Discover the events part of the Easyfairs industrial portfolio and connect with a comprehensive network of manufacturing professionals

Drone technology display at engineering and manufacturing event

Three Show's, One Vision

Take the opportunity to collaborate across industries to develop innovative solutions for the current manufacturing challenges. By connecting with professionals from various sectors, your company can:

  • Tackle industry pain points together.
  • Create synergies across sectors.
  • Drive the transformation of the manufacturing industry

Position your company at the heart of innovation, collaboration, and growth!

UK Metals Expo

4 & 5 November 2026 | NEC Birmingham, UK

Lab Innovations is the meeting place that’s inspiring the future of laboratories. Be a part of the UK’s leading event for lab technology, analysis, application and more! 

Speak to a member of the team about your involvement at Lab Innovations 2026. 

Lab Innovations

4 & 5 November 2026 | NEC Birmingham, UK

Lab Innovations is the meeting place that’s inspiring the future of laboratories. Be a part of the UK’s leading event for lab technology, analysis, application and more! 

Speak to a member of the team about your involvement at Lab Innovations 2026. 

Southern Manufacturing & Electronics

2nd - 4th February 2027 | Farnborough International Exhibition Centre

Lab Innovations is the meeting place that’s inspiring the future of laboratories. Be a part of the UK’s leading event for lab technology, analysis, application and more! 

Speak to a member of the team about your involvement at Lab Innovations 2026. 

Meet some of the brands in attendance across all shows

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