The Top 5 UK Manufacturing Trade Shows for 2020
For manufacturing companies who want to publicise their products, trade shows are a great use of time and money. By combining exposure and personal interaction, companies can expose themselves to a large number of potential leads, offering an experience for the business and attendee that no other form of marketing can replicate.
Exhibiting at trade shows however, is not cheap and most likely you’ll find you only have the budget to display at one or two. In this respect, companies must determine which show will be the most profitable for them.
Here is a run down of the top 5 manufacturing trade shows happening this year…
‣ National Manufacturing Conference
When? 25th February 2020
Where? QEII Centre, London
What is it?
Alongside the National Manufacturing Conference plenaries and workshops, the programme will offer additional opportunities for delegates to network with peers, hear from and meet exhibitors offering services and solutions, and consult with experts for targeted advice to improve business performance.
Why should you attend?
Mingle with 800 of Britain’s most successful manufacturing businesses.
Industry sectors: Automotive, Aerospace, Electronics, Materials, Packaging, Energy, Defence & Security, Pharma/Bio.
Further info & tickets: https://eu.eventscloud.com/website/400/home/
‣ Advanced Manufacturing
When? 9th – 11th June 2020
Where? NEC, Birmingham
What is it?
In 2020, Advanced Manufacturing will come together with Subcon to deliver a unique and relevant event for the manufacturing and engineering industry.
The ‘Advanced Manufacturing’ show exhibits cutting edge manufacturing to an audience of production professionals. This is a dedicated event for buyers to be able to benchmark the latest manufacturing technology on the market, enabling them to make their investment and purchasing decisions.
Why should you attend?
The Advanced Manufacturing show will allow you to meet key decision makers across a broad range of industry sectors. Meet face to face with empowered buyers from blue chip OEM’s and Tier 1 manufacturers and other visitors from major industrial engineering groups, responsible for tactical subcontract manufacturing procurement, supply chain management and special process outsourcing.
Industry sectors: Automotive, Aerospace, Electronics, Materials, Energy, Rail, Oil & Gas, Defence & Security.
Further info & tickets: http://www.subconshow.co.uk/
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‣ SubCon
When? 9th – 11th June 2020
Where? Birmingham NEC
What is it?
Subcon the UK’s premier subcontract manufacturing supply chain show dedicated to outsourced engineering services. With over 40 years under its belt, Subcon is the go-to event for subcontract manufacturing buyers looking for suppliers, benchmark capabilities, and secure contracts in order to remain competitive in a global market.
Why should you attend?
If your target market is subcontract manufacturing buyers from across a range of industries, then this show is the one for you.
Industry sectors: Automotive, Aerospace, Electronics, Materials, Energy, Rail, Oil & Gas, Defence & Security.
Further info & tickets: http://www.subconshow.co.uk/
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‣ Northern & Southern Manufacturing & Electronics
When? Southern: 11th - 13th February 2020 | Northern: October 2020
Where? Southern: Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre, Hampshire | Northern: TBC
What is it?
The UK’s largest manufacturing technology, electronics and subcontracting exhibition with companies showing from all industry sectors.
Why should you attend?
These manufacturing trade shows have large visitor turnouts due to the size of the overall show. If you want to showcase your company to a large audience, this show is a great place to start.
Industry sectors: Automotive, Aerospace, Electronics, Materials, Marine & Offshore, Packaging, Energy, Defence & Security, Pharma/Bio.
Further info & tickets: Southern: http://www.industrysouth.co.uk/ | Northern: http://www.industrynorth.co.uk/
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‣ TCT 3Sixty
When? 29th September – 1st October 2020
Where? NEC, Birmingham
What is it?
Re-imagined for 2020, The TCT Show is dedicated to 3D printing technologies and additive manufacturing. TCT is dedicated to accelerating the adoption of 3D technologies in whatever guise they take, be that software, inspection and metrology or simply new and innovative takes on conventional manufacturing techniques such as moulding, tooling and machining.
Why should you attend?
If your product, service, software fits this profile then TCT is the place for you to exhibit.
Further info & tickets: http://www.tct3sixty.com/
Undeniably, one of the best strategies for a growing company is to continue to diversify its marketing activities and expand them beyond conventional mediums. Manufacturing trade shows offer companies an excellent opportunity to meet, network and be inspired by industry professionals, and benefit from a captive group of potential customers.
If you’re seriously thinking about attending a trade show, then why not check out our Trade Show Checklist to help you on your way! Want to drive footfall to your trade show booth? Check out our 3 simple steps to trade show email campaign success. Or if you need help designing your trade show stand, read our 10 exhibition stand design tips.
With so many available on a national a global scale, it can be difficult to choose which one is best for your business; Do your research and take full advantage of your time at the event.
Editor's Note: This post was originally published in June 2017 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
