Drives & Controls 2026
Smart Manufacturing & Engineering Week 2026 is the UK's largest festival of advanced manufacturing and engineering, taking place on June 3-4, 2026 at NEC Birmingham. This fifth edition event brings together multiple expos including Smart Factory Expo, Drives & Controls, MAINTEC, and Design + Engineering Expo, featuring expert-led content, networking, and comprehensive product showcases. Organised by Nineteen Group and The Manufacturer, the event targets manufacturing and engineering professionals with a focus on digital transformation, robotics, automation, and smart technologies.
500+
Exhibitors
15,000+
Attendees
Dates
Jun 3 – 4, 2026
City / country
UK
Venue
NEC Birmingham
Type
B2B · Annual
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Notable exhibitors
Companies exhibiting at Drives & Controls 2026 include 3D People Ltd, 3M, 5 S Technologies, A&S International Limited and Accu.
- 3D People Ltd
- 3M
- 5 S Technologies
- A&S International Limited
- Accu
- Exhibit at Smart Manufacturing Week to showcase your products and services to the UK's largest gathering of manufacturing and engineering professionals.
- Gain access to decision-makers, procurement specialists, and industry leaders seeking innovative solutions.
- The event offers comprehensive exposure across multiple expos, networking opportunities with key buyers, and the chance to demonstrate your technology in a festival-like atmosphere with live demonstrations and interactive experiences.
Audience at a Glance
Who Exhibits
Exhibitor Profile
12 categories represented
- Industrial Automation
- Robotics
- Smart Factory Solutions
- Digital Manufacturing Software
- Industrial IoT
- Maintenance & Reliability Equipment
- Design Engineering Tools
- Manufacturing Hardware
Who Attends
Visitor Profile
12 audience types
- Manufacturing Directors
- Engineering Managers
- Operations Directors
- Procurement Specialists
- Maintenance Engineers
- Design Engineers
- Production Managers
- Supply Chain Professionals
Industries & Sectors
Organised By
Nineteen Group
The Manufacturer
Coverage & Spotlights
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