400+
Expected Exhibitors
Awaiting research
Top Score
High Priority
Priority Level
Conference Overview
Cross-sector engineering supply chain. Aerospace, defence, energy, marine, space. Co-located with UK Metals Expo - expanded coverage.
Dates
4-5 November 2026
Venue
NEC Birmingham
Expected Exhibitors
400+
Research Status
Awaiting exhibitor list
Existing Partners
None identified yet
Competitors
None identified yet
Key Target Companies
| Company | Score | Tier | Key Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| GKN Aerospace | TBC | Expected High | Aerospace supply chain, classified manufacturing |
| Schneider Electric | TBC | Expected High | Industrial automation, OT/IT convergence |
| Aerospace engineering SMEs | TBC | Expected Medium | Defence supply chain |
| Energy engineering companies | TBC | Expected Medium | Nuclear and energy sector |
Planning Notes
- Co-located with UK Metals Expo - expanded coverage
- Budget timing: major defence contracts often close in Q4
- Well-timed for end-of-year procurement decisions
- NEC Birmingham venue - Birmingham International station (5 min walk)
Research Status: Awaiting exhibitor list
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