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Opening Times
Wednesday 3 June 2026
09:30-17:00 Exhibition (VIP entry from 09:00)
16:30-18:00 Drinks reception (Last entry 16:30)
Thursday 4 June 2026
09:30-16:00 Exhibition (VIP entry from 09:00)
Hall 5 - NEC
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AVANTI WEST COAST DISCOUNT
This special fare is designed to make your journey to Smart Manufacturing Week 2026 more affordable and convenient. Whether you're travelling from near or far, Avanti's fast, comfortable services will help you arrive at the event ready to connect, learn, and be inspired.
How to access your 20% discount:
- Book your travel through the dedicated page through this link: Smart Manufacturing Week 2026 | Avanti West Coast
- Select your route^ and the discount will show as “offer” on the tickets that are valid
- Enjoy savings on your journey to and from Smart Manufacturing Week 2026.
Where do Avanti go? View the route map so you can see where they can get you to - Avanti West Coast Route Map | Avanti West Coast
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LUFTHANSA DISCOUNT
Connecting people – your official Lufthansa Group airline network
Benefit from the cooperation with the Lufthansa Group airlines (Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Edelweiss, Discover) and optimise your travel costs. The extensive route network with around 310 destinations worldwide, as well as transatlantic flights operated by Air Canada and United are available to you.
Click here and the discounted rates will be displayed. They are valid for flights up to one week before and one week after the event.
We look forward to welcoming you on board!
Getting to the venue
By Car
The NEC is perfectly located in the heart of the west midlands. 8 miles east of Birmingham city centre, and close to the UK motorway network. There are plenty of car parking spaces available onsite at the venue too.
By Coach
Coach services are operated by National Express and Megabus, with over 120 daily services from across the UK to Birmingham Airport. From here you can get to the NEC in minutes on the free air-rail link.
By Train
The NEC is right next to Birmingham International rail station. You can get to the halls quickly without having to step outside! The NEC entrance is on the right hand side as you exit the station, and clearly signposted.