Smart Manufacturing Week 2027 at NEC Birmingham

Smart Manufacturing Week returns to NEC Birmingham on 9-10 June 2027 for its sixth edition, bringing together the people, technologies and ideas advancing UK manufacturing and engineering. The event connects design engineering, automation, digital manufacturing, production technology and maintenance across every stage of the modern manufacturing journey. Across two days in Hall 5, visitors can explore expert-led sessions, live demonstrations, peer learning and an extensive showcase of hardware, software and integrated solutions. Headline events include Smart Factory Expo, Design + Engineering Expo, Maintec and Drives + Controls, covering robotics, industrial AI, IIoT, maintenance and asset management. More than 13,500 attendees, 200+ speakers and 450+ exhibitors are expected, making it the UK's largest festival of advanced manufacturing. Visitor passes are free and provide access to all co-located events, plus shows such as Automechanika and Subcon. Planning your trip around the show? Staying near the NEC keeps travel to Hall 5 easy, whether you arrive by car, train via Birmingham International or plane through Birmingham Airport.