Celebrating the pinnacle of UK manufacturing

Discover groundbreaking designs, pioneering manufacturing methods, and products that redefine industries—alongside export successes that fly the flag for British innovation on the global stage.

The showcase features finalists from The Manufacturer MX Awards and Top 100 programmes, as well as exclusive selections from our editorial team. Previous years have spotlighted industry leaders such as LEVC Taxi, JLR, BMW Mini, Mini Heritage, Leonardo, Farm Urban, Aurrigo, Aston Martin, BAC Mono, Airbus, and A-Safe.

Located across the Smart Manufacturing Week expos, the Best of British Showcase is open to all 13,500+ visitors, offering a unique opportunity to engage with the very best of UK manufacturing.

Companies featured in the past include:

  • Yunex Traffic – Current Reigning Manufacturer of the Year!
  • MasterMover – MasterMover are showcasing two new innovative AGV machines -  MasterTow AGV and FlatBed AGV units which, following their TMMX Award win for Product Innovation, showcase their unique approach to redefining material handling in manufacturing. Featuring unique outdoor AGV capability, their new AGVs enable businesses to see that the future of factory automation isn't just limited to pristine factory floors and environments.
  • LISI Aerospace – Taahir Patel Young Manufacturer of the Year, Highly Commended Leadership & Strategy Manufacturer of the Year, previous People & Skills Manufacturer of the Year!
  • Nim’s Fruit Crisps - Nimisha Raja, Founder of Kent-based food manufacturer, Nim’s Fruit Crisps, was awarded an MBE in King Charles’ first ever birthday honours for her services to business and enterprise.
  • JJA Snack - Step into the world of chocolate engineering with their Mini Chocolate Factory Experience! (See PDF attached)
  • ThrustWSH - World’s Water Speed Record project

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Interested in taking part?

  • We provide a dedicated, carpeted exhibition space, complete with a Best of British Showcase branded sign to highlight your product and business.
  • You’ll need to arrange logistics for your exhibit to arrive on Monday 1 or Tuesday 2 June (depending on location) and ensure collection after the show closes on Thursday 4 June.

 

 

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