Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Expos 2026
For engineering firms looking to boost buzz around their business in 2026, exhibiting is a great way to get your brand seen by new buyers.
There are plenty of engineering expos taking place this year. This resource puts together the top events available across mechanical and industrial engineering sectors. We breakdown some of the largest events at which to network, advertise your products and services, and connect with buyers, subcontractors, and OEMs.
For a more successful and profitable event, Omnisity can get more eyes on your business. Our design and digital marketing services help you attract and connect with your ideal customers – leading up to, during, and even after your exhibition.
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Engineering Supply Chain UK connects UK subcontractors and service chain suppliers with buyers, OEMs and more. They are the hosts of the Engineering Supply Chain Show, which is co-located at MACH Exhibition and is the perfect place for subcontract manufacturers and engineers to network.
MACH is an industry leading show, attracting over 25,000 visitors and over 500 exhibitors over the course of 5 days, covering aerospace, defence, automotive, and more.
Date: 20th-24th April 2026.
Time: TBA.
Admission Fee: Free.
Parking: Pre-book on the Birmingham NEC website.
Location: Hall 17, NEC, North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT.
Website: https://www.machexhibition.com/industry-processes/engineering-supply-chain/
Now in its 5th year, Smart Manufacturing Week is home to a number of engineering events, including Subcon, Maintec and Design & Engineering Expo.
The three events attract a wide range of industry players within the engineering field.
- Subcon is a networking space dedicated for manufacturing OEMs and tiered supplier buyers.
- Maintec is a one-of-a-kind event, focused on the world of maintenance engineering.
- Design & Engineering Expo brings together designers and engineers from all tiers of the supply chain.
Date: 3rd-4th June 2026.
Time: 3rd June (9:30AM-5:00PM), 4th June (9:30AM-4:00PM).
Admission Fee: Free.
Parking: Pre-book on the Birmingham NEC website.
Location: Halls 5, NEC, North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT.
The Advanced Materials Show showcases all types of materials and industry innovations, including the development, manufacture, integration and improvement of materials in various applications. It’s a leading event, with insightful talks from international industry experts and much more.
You can also find The Advanced Ceramics Show, Battery Cells and Systems Expo and Vehicle Electrification Expo co-located at this show.
Date: 8th-9th July 2026.
Time: 8th July (9:30AM-5:30PM), 9th July (9:30AM-3:00PM).
Admission Fee: Free.
Parking: Pre-book on the Birmingham NEC website.
Location: NEC, North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT.
Website: https://advancedmaterialsshow.com/
Attended by thousands, with hundreds of exhibitors, the Engineering Design Show brings together conferences, workshops and exhibitions. Its focus is on the latest mechanical, electronics and embedded design applications and technologies, making it a key event for suppliers and buyers across the UK and internationally.
Engineers can enjoy conferences, workshops and more across the 2-day event.
Date: 7th-8th October 2026.
Time: 7th October (9:30AM-4:00PM), 8th October (9:30AM-4:00PM).
Admission Fee: Free.
Parking: Free onsite parking.
Location: Coventry Building Society Arena, Judds Lane, Longford, Coventry, CV6 6AQ.
Advanced Engineering is a large event that brings together all areas of design, engineering and manufacturing over 2 days. Exhibitors and visitors include individuals and businesses from across aerospace, automotive, advanced materials and technologies, composites and more, with the goal of driving the future of engineering.
Date: 4th-5th November 2026.
Time: 4th November (9:00AM-5:00PM), 5th November (9:00AM-4:00PM).
Admission Fee: Free.
Parking: Pre-book on the Birmingham NEC website.
Location: Halls 3 & 3a, NEC, North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT.
Website: www.advancedengineeringuk.com
Thinking of attending Advanced Engineering 2026? Omnisity can get you prepared with stand and brochure design, plus effective, targeted pre- and post-show marketing.
As an industrial or mechanical engineering business, exhibiting in 2026 is a great way to market your services and establish relationships within the industry.
Exhibiting allows you to put your products and services in front of a relevant audience, not only raising awareness of who you are and what you do - but creating a lasting impression by connecting with your audience in person.
This allows you to establish a relationship with buyers, subcontractors and more, demonstrating your reputability, professionalism and quality of products and service.
By taking contact details, you’ll also have the opportunity to keep in touch with potential customers following the show.
At Omnisity, we can help ensure your exhibition is as successful as it can be. Supporting you with the design of stands, marketing materials and pre-event online promotion, our in-house design and marketing skills get more eyes on your business.