Smart Manufacturing Week is the UK’s fastest-growing festival of advanced manufacturing and engineering, bringing the entire industry together for two unmissable days.
The 2026 edition will feature four co-located shows:
- Smart Factory Expo
- Maintec
- Drives & Controls
- Design & Engineering Expo
Why attend?
Experience the scale and energy of a true industry festival, with:
- 13,500+ attendees – from designers and engineers to senior manufacturers and decision-makers
- 450+ exhibitors – showcasing cutting-edge technologies, products, and services
- 200+ speakers across 8 content theatres – delivering insights from the brightest minds in industry
- The Manufacturer Studio Live – broadcast sessions straight from the show floor
- Festival atmosphere – live music, DJs, street food, and entertainment throughout
- Exclusive networking receptions – meet with peers, partners, and potential customers
- Ambassador Programme – championing diversity, inclusion, and sustainability in manufacturing
Be part of the UK’s greatest celebration of manufacturing and engineering.