Celebrating the innovation shaping the future of UK manufacturing + engineering

Discover the products, processes and ideas that are redefining British manufacturing + engineering on the global stage.

The Best of British Showcase, hosted at Smart Manufacturing Week 2026, brings together ground-breaking designs, pioneering manufacturing methods and export successes that proudly champion UK innovation. From world first technologies to iconic engineering excellence, this is where Britain’s manufacturing + engineering story is told boldly, credibly and at scale.

Curated in partnership with The Manufacturer, the showcase features:

  • Finalists from The Manufacturer MX Awards

  • Companies from the prestigious Top 100 programme

  • Exclusive editorial selections, chosen for their impact, ingenuity and leadership

Previous showcases have shone a spotlight on some of the most respected names in UK manufacturing and engineering, including LEVC Taxi, JLR, BMW MINI, MINI Heritage, Leonardo, Farm Urban, Aurrigo, Aston Martin, BAC Mono, Airbus and A-Safe. These organisations continue to push boundaries across automotive, aerospace, defence, food, automation and advanced engineering.

Look out for our Best of British exhibitors

Located across the Smart Manufacturing Week expos, the Best of British Showcase is open to 13,500+ senior manufacturing and engineering professionals, offering participants unparalleled visibility among decision makers, innovators and industry influencers.

Already confirmed for 2026 are:

NiftyLift

NiftyLift - Winners of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) Apprentice Automation Challenge, NiftyLift Is continuing the showcase’s tradition of recognising both established leaders and emerging talent. Showcasing their Automated Stirrer, a clever kitchen aid designed to make cooking easier through hands-free stirring. The product combines practical functionality with creative design, offering users adjustable speed settings and greater convenience for time-sensitive recipes.

Utopian Brewery

Utopian Brewing - We are proudly serving British-brewed beer at our Networking Party on Wednesday 3 June!
Utopian Brewing’s mission is simple: to celebrate incredible British lager. From their independent brewery in picturesque Devon they brew in a traditional way but with their own interpretations of classic styles, using only 100% British grown ingredients. Their beers contain just Water, Malt, Hops, Yeast and plenty of patience. And we think that’s just about as natural as it can be.

Bucher Municipal

Bucher Municipal - Recently crowned winner of the Product Innovation & Design category at The Manufacturer MX Awards, Bucher Municipal will be displaying their EV sweeper ‘MaxPowa V65e’ on Stand C184. Bucher Municipal has been producing only the highest quality municipal machinery for over 200 years. Driven by change, ensuring clean and safe environments, and embedding continuous improvement into everything they do - their rich history of specialised engineering solutions has led to improved technology, better solutions, and has always been driven by a focus on quality and reliability.

Wenlock Spring

Wenlock Spring - A leading, family owned British bottled water company based in Shropshire, England, that has been operating since 1989. Situated near the historic Wenlock Edge, a protected Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), the company bottles high-quality, naturally filtered spring water that has been used since 1086. All its customers are extremely important to the business, from local coffee shops and restaurants, to corporate clients. 

A platform with unrivalled reach. Interested in taking part?

Exhibitors are required to:

  • Arrange delivery of exhibits on Monday 1 or Tuesday 2 June 2026, depending on location

  • Ensure collection after the show closes on Thursday 4 June 2026

Spaces are limited and editorially curated to ensure the highest standard of innovation and impact.

Put your innovation centre stage and take your place among the very best of British manufacturing + engineering!

Ready to showcase your innovation? Apply below to join us in celebrating British manufacturing excellence.