IM Engineering East 2027 runs 19-20 May in New York City.
Dates
19–20 May 2027
City / country
New York, United States
Venue
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
Time
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Event overview
IM Engineering East 2027, now branded MD&M East, brings six manufacturing sectors to the Jacob K.
Javits Convention Center in New York on 19-20 May 2027.
The two-day show covers medical technology, automation, packaging, design and manufacturing, plastics and quality, with 300+ exhibitors and 30+ free education sessions expected.
TL;DR
Visit to compare six supplier categories in one hall, sit in free education sessions and meet application engineers who can solve a live production problem. The Manhattan location keeps travel simple for East Coast teams and makes it practical to bring more than one department.
Exhibit to reach engineers, plant leaders, R&D specialists and buyers who are actively specifying equipment and materials. The show's East Coast bias and medical-device core make it efficient for suppliers with short sales cycles; book meetings ahead because the 2027 format is only two days.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, 429 11th Avenue, New York, NY 10001, United States
Entrances & gates
Main entrance, 11th Avenue at West 34th Street
Closest to the registration area and Print Your Badge stations.
Food options
Javits Center concession stands
On-site diningParking: Use the Javits Center garage on West 34th Street between 11th and 12th Avenues; pre-book for show days because capacity tightens during major expos.
Gate: Enter through the main entrance on 11th Avenue at West 34th Street; have registration confirmation ready for the badge-print stations.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Expo pass, online qualified registrant
Free online for qualified registrants.
On-site registration
Fee for visitors who do not pre-register online.
Non-exhibiting manufacturer
Applies to all non-exhibiting manufacturers.
Ticket info
Badge collection
No badges are mailed. Bring your printed confirmation or barcode to any Print Your Badge station; corrections and replacements are free at the Registration Customer Service counter with ID.
Ticket notes
Expo admission is free online for qualified registrants. A $499 fee applies to non-exhibiting manufacturers, and on-site registration costs $399. Re-register for every edition.
What's on
MD&M East
Medical device design and manufacturing sector.
Same hall, Javits Center.
WebsiteEastPack
Packaging machinery, materials and services sector.
Same hall, Javits Center.
WebsitePlastec East
Plastics processing and materials sector.
Same hall, Javits Center.
WebsiteQuality Expo East
Quality inspection, testing and metrology sector.
Same hall, Javits Center.
WebsiteHow the last edition performed
Last edition
2025
Visitors: 4,000
Exhibitors: 300
Visitor countries: 51
This edition
2027
Visitors: 4,000
Exhibitors: 300
Next edition
Not announced yet
Growth over time
Impact
MD&M East concentrates the East Coast's design and manufacturing buying chain in one Manhattan venue: engineers, plant and operations leaders, R&D specialists, quality teams and procurement staff who specify components and production equipment. With six sectors under one roof, a visitor can compare medtech, automation, packaging, plastics, design and quality suppliers in two days.
Audience quality
The audience is deliberately qualified: the organiser reports that 85% of attendees recommend, specify or make final buying decisions, 81% come from the East Coast and 70% have an active project or one planned within a year. These are organiser-published marketing figures, not an independent audit, so treat them as directional.
Exhibitor outcomes
Best ROI comes from short-cycle, specification-led products: automation components, cleanroom and packaging materials, precision moulding, inspection systems and contract manufacturing. Exhibitors should arrive with application engineers, book booth meetings in advance and follow up within 48 hours; the two-day format leaves little room for cold prospecting.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
The Northeast corridor concentrates medical-device makers, pharmaceutical packaging plants and precision manufacturers within a few hours of Manhattan. That density supports a specification-driven show where buyers can compare suppliers in person and shorten qualification, rather than relying on remote catalogues.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Reshoring and supply-chain resilience
Device makers and OEMs continue to dual-source components and move critical production closer to US customers.
What it changes: Suppliers with US capacity and short lead times can win qualification meetings at the show.
Automation to offset labour shortages
Plant operators are investing in robotics, vision and automated inspection as skilled labour stays tight.
What it changes: Automation exhibitors can demonstrate throughput gains directly to plant and operations leaders.
Quality and regulatory pressure
Traceability, validation and inspection requirements keep tightening across medtech and packaging supply chains.
What it changes: Quality and testing suppliers have a clear opening with compliance and quality-engineer buyers.
Buyers typically plan a two-show year: a West Coast sourcing trip in February and an East Coast specification trip in May, with a packaging show in the autumn.
Pack Expo International 2026
Chicago, United States
Held at McCormick Place; dates are the published 2026 window.
websiteMD&M West 2027
Anaheim, United States
Dates are the customary early-February slot; confirm with the organiser.
websiteMD&M Minneapolis 2027
Minneapolis, United States
Autumn dates are indicative; confirm the 2027 calendar.
websiteQ1 sourcing
West Coast edition for early-year supplier review.
Q2 East Coast
New York edition for specification and qualification.
Q4 packaging
Autumn packaging cycle.
Circuit dates beyond the 2027 New York edition are planning estimates; confirm each organiser calendar before booking.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Take the AirTrain to Jamaica and the LIRR or subway onward, or a flat-rate taxi to Manhattan.
about 16 miles
to venue
45-75 minutes
by car
Newark Liberty International Airport
NJ Transit to Penn Station then the 7 or A/C/E subway to Hudson Yards.
about 14 miles
to venue
40-70 minutes
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 180–260 / night
Small rooms, walkable or one subway stop from Javits.
USD 280–420 / night
Closest balance of walkability and space; book 8-10 weeks ahead.
USD 480–750 / night
Walking distance to the venue with full-service amenities.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Subway
OMNY contactless payment works at turnstiles; allow 25-35 minutes from Midtown.
Taxi / rideshare
Drop-off on 11th Avenue; allow extra time during morning rush.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B-1 business visitor | Visitors from countries without US visa-free entry who attend meetings or a trade show | $185.00 | Several weeks to several months; apply early |
Visa Waiver Program nationals may travel under ESTA for short business visits; check current eligibility.
The US accepts ATA Carnets for many professional exhibits and samples; confirm the specific goods with a broker.
Official visa pageWeather
Late May in New York is mild and variable: daytime highs around 22-25°C and lows near 14-16°C, with occasional showers. Pack a light layer and a compact umbrella.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Javits Center offers Wi-Fi; mobile coverage is strong across Manhattan. Buy an eSIM before arrival if your home plan charges roaming.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Tipping
Restaurant servers expect 18-20% and bar staff about $1-2 per drink; taxis and ride-hail tips are customary.
Getting around
Manhattan blocks are short but traffic is slow; the subway is usually faster than a taxi between Midtown and Hudson Yards.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: JFK
Book 6-10 weeks ahead for late-May travel; Tuesday arrivals give a buffer before the Wednesday opening.
Book flightsGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: JFK: AirTrain plus LIRR/subway, 60-80 minutes; taxi 45-75 minutes. EWR: NJ Transit plus subway, 60-75 minutes.
Hotel → venue: Walk from Hudson Yards hotels in 10-15 minutes; subway or taxi from Midtown.
Ride-hail: Uber and Lyft operate widely; use the 11th Avenue drop-off zone.
Public transit: MTA subway 7 train to 34th Street-Hudson Yards; OMNY contactless fare $2.90.
Parking: Javits Center garage on West 34th Street; expect event-day pricing and queues.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: May
Temperature: 14-25°C
Seasonality: Occasional spring showers; no monsoon season.
Packing: Light layers, comfortable shoes and a compact umbrella.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Wednesday 19 May 2027
Wednesday is the longer day, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and most exhibitors staff their full team on opening day. Use Thursday's shorter 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. window for follow-ups and education.
Book flights and a refundable hotel in Hudson Yards or Chelsea — Late May is busy; compare JFK and EWR fares.
Register online for the free qualified expo pass — Keep the confirmation barcode; badges are not mailed.
Shortlist 10 exhibitors and request meetings — Group by hall sector so you can walk the floor efficiently.
Download the app and mark education sessions — Sessions are free but popular slots fill.
Check travel, print the badge confirmation and pack business cards — Allow 45-75 minutes from JFK in morning traffic.
Arrive, clear security and print badge
Javits Center main entrance, 11th AvenueSupplier meetings with automation and packaging exhibitors
Exhibit hallsLunch and informal networking
Venue concession areaEducation session and quality-supplier comparisons
Education hubThe High Line
Urban Walk
10-15 minutes on foot from Javits
Elevated park on a former rail line, useful for a short evening walk after the show.
Hudson Yards and Edge
Observation Deck
10 minutes on foot
Closest skyline view and a convenient dinner spot near the venue.
Javits Center show-floor networking areas
on-site lounge
Best for quick meetings between sessions; arrive early for seating.
Hudson Yards restaurants
evening dining
Concentrated choice within a 10-minute walk of the venue.
Two days generate a concentrated lead pool; speed matters more than volume. A 48-hour follow-up while the show is still fresh outperforms a generic newsletter weeks later.
Budget
Shell scheme
USD 150–250 / m²
Raw space
USD 350–550 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
New York trade-show rates vary by hall position and early-bird date; confirm with the organiser's sales team.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
booth
exhibitor · standard 9 sqm shell
USD 4500–6500 / booth
hotel
both · mid
USD 280–420 / room/night
per_diem
both · standard
USD 70–120 / day
visa
visitor · B-1
USD 185 / application
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| booth | exhibitor | standard 9 sqm shell | USD 4500–6500 / booth | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| hotel | both | mid | USD 280–420 / room/night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| per_diem | both | standard | USD 70–120 / day | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| visa | visitor | B-1 | USD 185 / application | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
Decision
Six quick questions to decide whether to visit, exhibit or skip MD&M East 2027.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
How central is advanced manufacturing to your 2027 plan?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have an active project and can send at least one technical decision-maker.
Best for
Engineers and buyers sourcing components, automation, packaging or quality suppliers
Min. budget
$900.00
Timeline
Book 6-8 weeks ahead
Risks
Two-day format limits meeting time
Manhattan hotel rates spike in late May
exhibit
You can staff both days and have application engineers available.
Best for
Suppliers with US capacity and a short sales cycle targeting East Coast manufacturers
Min. budget
$9,000.00
Timeline
Book space 6-9 months ahead
Risks
Booth and freight costs are high in New York
Lead quality depends on pre-booked meetings
skip
Your 2027 priorities sit outside design and manufacturing.
Best for
Teams with no active manufacturing project or no US sales plan
Timeline
Reassess next cycle
Risks
Missing supplier comparisons
Losing a year of East Coast pipeline
Book with
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
Manhattan's principal convention center on the West Side, hosting MD&M East in 2027.
Public venue body; not a show sponsor.
Delta Air Lines
Major carrier with direct services into JFK and connections across the US and Europe.
Useful flight resource, not an announced event partner.
New York City Economic Development Corporation
City economic development organisation supporting manufacturing and business investment in New York.
Public body relevant to the host city; not an event partner.
MedTech Association
New York-based medical technology industry association representing device and diagnostic companies.
Sector association; no partnership with the 2027 show announced.
Recommended providers
Check B-1 or ESTA eligibility before booking flights.
Filter for Hudson Yards and Chelsea within a 20-minute walk.
Compare JFK and EWR fares; book 6-8 weeks ahead.
Venue general service contractor for material handling and rigging.
Request short-term exhibitor liability cover; confirm limits with the organiser.
Ten-minute walk from Javits for an evening break.
Badge scanning and CRM export; confirm the official show provider.
FAQs & glossary
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