What's On

Education

Air-Tech Solution Theatre

Our schedule of free-to-attend sessions are delivered by manufacturing & technology experts.

Hosted Buyer Programme

Our specialist partners will be on hand to connect visitors with the exhibitors they want to meet, to ensure the most efficient use of their time.

Automation & Robotics Accelerator Symposium

Operations, automation & control and manufacturing professionals will come together to discuss the latest automation and robotics opportunities and find actionable solutions to industry challenges

Programmes

STEM Programme

Our dedicated STEM afternoon will be attended by hundreds of students and apprentices who want to learn more about the world of manufacturing and engineering, directly from the experts.

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VIP Programme

Reserved for senior players from large scale operations, our VIP programme is a place for you to network with your peers away from the busy show floor. Including complimentary drinks.

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Live music & drinks

Gather round the stage to hear from our guest band the Shadow Monkeys! Enjoy a drink with your peers to celebrate the industry!

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Zones & Trails

Press Room

Visit our press room for the latest updates, media resources, and exclusive interviews.

Press room is located in Hall 4, Organisers Office 4.8.

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Visitor Trails

Crafted by our team to ensure you meet all exhibitors relevant to your needs, the visitor trails will guide you perfectly through the halls and put you where you need to be. LEARN MORE

Enginuity Skills Awards 2024

We are delighted to announce that the 10th annual Enginuity Skills Awards will be taking place as part of Smart Manufacturing & Engineering Week!

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Best of British Showcase

Join us in a celebration of domestic manufacturing, featuring world-beating new designs, innovative modes of manufacture, products that redefine categories, and export successes that plant the flag in overseas markets.

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What else is on at Smart Manufacturing & Engineering Week ?

Explore all the events happening during Smart Manufacturing & Engineering Week 2024 designed to bring inter-related sectors together to address all areas from hardware, software, connectivity and people.

Whats On

FANUC WorldSkills Qualifiers

Taking place at the show is an amazing opportunity for young people to compete and find their passion in the world of robotics.

WorldSkills UK is an independent charity and a partnership between employers, education, and governments. Together, they are raising standards in apprenticeships and technical education to enable more young people get the best start in work and life.

They are working with FANUC to host qualifiers for this year's Industrial Robotics competition at Smart Manufacturing & Engineering Week!

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ThrustWSH Project to be showcased at Smart Manufacturing & Engineering Week!

The ThrustWSH project is the follow on from the team’s previous World Record projects – the 1983 Thrust2 World Land Speed record 633mph, the 1997 ThrustSSC first ever supersonic land speed record 763mph and the 1000MPH BloodhoundSSC project which was lost due to non payment of a formal grant offer. They will be doing an exclusive showcase at the show!

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