29th & 30th October 2025

NEC, Birmingham
Register now
Book your stand

30 & 31 Oct 2024 | NEC Birmingham

Register now
Book your stand

Experience what you can't google

Explore the unique features that set Advanced Engineering apart — from hands-on tech zones to focused networking areas designed to connect you with the right solutions

Register now

Discover what's on here

To-source-1.png

Source

To-innovate-1-1.png

Network

To-learn-1-1.png

Learn

To-inspire-1-1.png

Be inspired

To-innovate-3.png

Collaborate

Show floor features

Experience groundbreaking innovations in person. See the technology up close, hear the details from experts, and understand how they’re shaping the future of sustainable engineering.

Sneak Peek

  • Waste2Race hydrogen-powered car fueled by sewage, aiming to break a land speed record
  • Durham University’s latest solar car, developed through extensive research and testing
  • Jota Hypercar with advanced Maxon photovoltaic cells 
  • Wing of Tomorrow: solar-powered high-altitude UAV with composite electric propulsion wing
  • Full-scale composite vertical stabiliser from Munro Technology highlighting aerospace innovation

Register to be the first to hear what else is building behind doors.

Register now
Untitled design - 2024-12-03T163249.619
Untitled design - 2024-12-03T163206.268
Untitled design - 2024-12-03T163134.142
Untitled design - 2024-12-03T163024.450
Untitled design - 2024-12-03T163847.328
Untitled design - 2024-12-03T163937.467
Untitled design - 2024-12-03T164051.746
Untitled design - 2024-12-03T165135.065
Untitled design - 2024-12-03T170104.895

Discover the power of pavilions

Dedicated pavilions bring together forward-thinking companies, cutting-edge technologies, and practical solutions in one focused environment. Whether sourcing new suppliers, exploring innovation, or solving complex engineering challenges, pavilions offer unparalleled access to what’s next.

This year’s new pavilions:
You will find new dedicated spaces designed to meet evolving industry needs:

✈️ ADS Pavilion: Innovation focused on aerospace, defence, and security.

🚀 SME Pavilion: A spotlight on high-growth small businesses and emerging technologies.

🧪 Composites Village: A hub for advanced materials and lightweight solutions.

Each pavilion delivers targeted insights, efficient networking, and exclusive opportunities to discover breakthrough engineering solutions.

🌟NEW🌟: ASCEND’s Impact with GKN Aerospace

For the first time at Advanced Engineering, GKN Aerospace will present on the show floor, showcasing the ASCEND programme’s significant advancements. Attendees will have the opportunity to examine key components and structures developed as a direct outcome of this landmark initiative.

The ASCEND programme has successfully met its technological objectives while establishing a new paradigm for cross-sector collaboration. It has created a resilient supply chain and a highly skilled workforce, underpinning future innovations in composite manufacturing.

Visit GKN Aerospace at Advanced Engineering to engage with the programme’s innovations firsthand and connect with the technical experts advancing the future of composite manufacturing.

Register now

Composites Networking Lounge

As the ONLY UK meeting place for the composites industry, the Composites Networking Lounge will be recharged and better than ever in 2025. It is powered by PRF Composites Materials.

  • NEW: PRF’s REEPREEG live demo, a revolutionary process completing fibre-reinforced polymer curing in just 5 minutes at 160°c. – ONLY at Advanced Engineering 2025
  • NEW: Dedicated industry networking sessions for Aerospace, Motorsports, Automotive, Medical, Marine and maritime, DEFENCE, Sports and Leisure, and Renewables.
  • Composites components display and much more.
Register now

Auto & Aero Networking Lounge

Powered by Atlas Copco & ISRA VISION, along with its top-tier partners, visitors to the lounge will gain insights into state-of-the-art tooling and smart manufacturing solutions.

Expect to get up close with F1 car showcases and advanced assembly technologies, from smart tooling and software to Machine Vision Solutions that are setting new standards in optimising production, improving efficiency, and enhancing quality across the manufacturing industries.

Register now

The Innovation & Sustainability Trails

The innovation and sustainability trails allows you to follow on one of our guided tours or at your own leisure!

You will discover the latest, greenest developments from our exhibitors at the show, conveniently marked on the pocket guide, map and show app. 

Find out more

The Conference Programme

Choose from 5 forums to further develop your career and find inspiration for your future projects. 

Each stage covers Innovation, Sustainability, Digitalisation, Government and Policy, and Levelling-Up and Skills.

Hear from peers who have been through your challenges, and come out the other side stronger.

Find out more

Networking opportunities

The Composites and the Auto & Aero Networking lounges offer the perfect relaxing space to catch up with industry peers and meet new likeminded engineering professionals.

Find out more

Features on the show floor

You’ll find prototype models of electric aircraft, an advanced marine engine, an interactive BEDEO Van, and the incredible Crusher Robot, among many other exciting exhibits.

Register today to start planning your visit and make sure you don’t miss a thing! See some of the confirmed features below…

Submit a feature

What does Advanced Engineering mean for the industry?

We asked visitors and this is what they told us

"Advanced Engineering is a must-attend for anyone in manufacturing. It’s the perfect place to understand the challenges, explore key themes, and discover the latest innovations. The event has a great buzz, giving a clear picture of the status of UK manufacturing while creating meaningful connections and offering the convenience of catching up with clients and contacts all in one space."
Andy BensonRelationship Director - HSBC UK Bank plc
"I came to Advanced Engineering out of curiosity, its a great opportunity to explore what smaller companies are doing and have meaningful conversations in a relaxed, low-pressure environment."
Stuart LawsDIU Assistant Head - Ministry of Defence
"Advanced Engineering is where the best of the best come together. Unlike other shows, it brings together top industry leaders, truly the best in the business!"
Kin ChanSpecial Vehicle Operation - Toyota Motor Corporation
"This will be my 10th year attending Advanced Engineering. It’s the best place to connect with suppliers and witness the constant advancements in composites. It’s always great to attend and see what everyone else is working on."
Dean RidgwayCheif Composite Engineer - Hill Helicopters
"This is my second year at Advanced Engineering, and I’m still amazed by the incredible innovations in the automotive industry showcased here. As someone with an automotive background, it’s especially exciting to see the F1 cars, it’s a real highlight of the event!"
Lushan NadanwarFC Associate - Amazon
"This is my first time at Advanced Engineering. The event feels incredibly vibrant and much busier than other exhibitions, which is great to see. There’s a strong focus on manufacturing and technology in the UK, and the high footfall sets it apart from other shows. I also love the mix of forums and stands, it offers a great balance."
Steve KingCheif Engineer, Electrical Systems - Hofer Powertrain UK

Miss out on last year? Catch up here!

Best Sustainable Stand competition

At Advanced Engineering 2024, innovation meets sustainability in an exciting showdown! Witness the ‘Best Sustainable Stand Competition,’ where cutting-edge engineering and eco-conscious design collide. 

Exhibitors will showcase their ingenuity by creating stands that captivate the audience and highlight their commitment to a greener future.

This exhibition has allowed me to make connections with people I would have never spoken to outside of this venue. I found solutions to problems through networking and discussing the current events in the industry.
Daniel ChambersLead Quality Engineer-Field Control, Lotus Cars
We are so happy with the results of the first day, Advanced Engineering is a great opportunity to meet people in the same industry and gain recognition as a brand.
Navraj BainsProject Manager, Warwick racing
It's a lot more fruitful than we even thought it could be. There's been a lot of people coming through the show. It's just been really good! We’ve got a new stand this year, so it's just been quite an exciting time!
Diane AlexanderEvents manager, Composites UK
Advanced engineering has been a great chance to meet everyone in the industry. Lots of engineers, and decision makers, and lots of buyers. It just makes it a fantastic opportunity to meet the wider industry. Great footfall. Good, good attendance at the show. Awesome.
Simon WrightMarketing Director, Optimas OE Solutions

Find out more about Advanced Engineeing

Visit

Discover more

Exhibit

Discover more

Conference

Discover more

Contact us

Discover more
Register now
Twitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram Youtube

Show opening times 2025

  • Wednesday 29th October
  • 09:00 - 17:00
  • Thursday 30th October
  • 09:00 - 16:00

Venue

  • NEC Birmingham
  • Halls 3 & 3a
  • United Kingdom
  • You must be 18+ to attend

Explore

Industry news to your inbox

Get the latest industry news delivered to your inbox