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    Join the 5th edition of the fastest growing manufacturing & engineering technology event. Back bigger and better than ever on the 3-4 June 2026 at the NEC Birmingham.

  • Researched and Produced by The Manufacturer

    Smart Manufacturing Week is researched and produced by the UK's premium publisher and organiser of elite events for manufacturing thought leaders. 

  • Are you a start up? Exhibit in Innovation Alley

    This is your chance to exhibit in the UK's leading showcase of all the new and developing technologies that will change the landscape of manufacturing over the next 5-10 years.
  • Book Your Space for 2026!

    Secure your place at the UK’s fastest growing and most influential manufacturing and engineering event, connecting with thousands of senior decision-makers actively sourcing solutions to drive productivity, innovation and growth.

Discover | Develop | Disrupt

Celebrating the best in UK manufacturing and engineering excellence and innovation

Smart Manufacturing Week returns on 3-4 June 2026, bringing together the people, technologies and ideas shaping the future of UK manufacturing and engineering. Designed to support organisations at every stage of their smart manufacturing journey, the event connects strategy, innovation and practical implementation.

Packed with expert-led content, meaningful peer-to-peer engagement, and the most comprehensive showcase of products and services on the market, it is the UK’s largest festival of advanced manufacturing and engineering. Across hardware, software and integrated solutions, the event tackles today’s most pressing industry challenges head-on.

Stay ahead of the curve, gain insight into the latest developments, and explore what our immersive, tech-driven event has in store for 2026.

2026 Agenda coming soon... check out some previous speakers

  • 2025 Speakers

  • 2025 Speakers

Headline Events in 2026

JOIN THE DIGITAL MANUFACTURING REVOLUTION
THE HOME OF ROBOTICS AND AUTOMATION
#1 MAINTENANCE, RELIABILITY AND ASSET MANAGEMENT EVENT
ENGINEERING THE FUTURE
Celebrating the industry’s change-makers
HIGH-LEVEL EXCLUSIVE SUMMIT

What makes Smart Manufacturing Week different?

Back and bigger than ever

Smart Manufacturing Week returns for its fifth edition, uniting the industry for cutting-edge thinking, smart technology and the latest hardware driving realworld results on the factory floor - all set in a music-festival atmosphere, complete with electric energy, live performers and niche fringe experiences. From design engineering to advanced manufacturing and maintenance strategies, discover practical solutions powering performance, reliability and future-ready production

Researched and Produced by The Manufacturer

We are researched and produced by The Manufacturer, the UK's premium publisher and organiser at the heart of the sector for over 30 years, giving us unrivalled reach and expertise in the industry. The Manufacturer offers ideas, insight and innovation to the manufacturing community and helps to build quality content for our audiences.

Book your stand today
Exhibition stands are limited, enquire today to see what space is available and avoid disappointment.