Manufacturing Expo 2027
Smart Manufacturing Week, also branded as the Festival of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, runs 3‑4 June 2026 at NEC Birmingham. The two‑day event showcases the full spectrum of UK manufacturing and engineering, with a focus on smart technology, robotics, automation and digital manufacturing. Key exhibit zones include an Innovation Alley featuring hardware, software and integrated solutions; a Best of British Showcase highlighting home‑grown products; and a Fight Fest robot battle tournament. Dedicated tracks cover maintenance, reliability and asset management, engineering the future, and high‑level exclusive summits for industry leaders. Attendees can network at a drinks reception, join peer‑to‑peer sessions, and explore practical solutions for design engineering, advanced manufacturing and production optimisation. The event combines conference content, live performances and fringe experiences, positioning it as the UK’s largest festival of advanced manufacturing and engineering.