Located at the very heart of Smart Factory Expo, Innovation Alley is the UK's leading showcase of all the new and developing technologies that will change the landscape of manufacturing over the next 5-10 years.
2024 saw groundbreaking new solutions from the next wave of tech and consultancy businesses targeting the UK manufacturing sector.
Visitors were able to meet and engage with early-stage companies and their founders to uncover game-changing opportunities waiting for their business.
Why Exhibit at Made Smarter Innovation Alley?
The Alley is open to university spin-outs, start-ups and scale-ups who are less than 5 years old, employ less than 10 members of staff, have an innovative digital product or service targeting manufacturers.
Over 300 past exhibitors are now part of the Innovation Alley Alumni which provides access to a wealth of support, brand exposure, funding, and collaboration opportunities from across the innovation ecosystem, in the UK and internationally.
Network
With industry leaders from some of the most renowned companies within manufacturing
Press Opportunities
Leverage the extensive coverage of all Digital Manufacturing Week activity
Centrally Located
With Innovation Alley at the heart of Smart Factory Expo, be sure that you won't be missed off the visitor itinerary
Brand Awareness
Develop brand recognition and solidify your position within the manufacturing sector
Grow
Capitalise on the opportunity to stand out amongst the larger exhibitors
Customer Acquisition
Meet and engage with your ideal customers on a one-to-one basis