About this expo
The UK Metals Expo serves as a pivotal gathering for the metals industry, bringing together the full spectrum of the metals supply chain alongside the engineering, manufacturing, and construction worlds. This comprehensive event covers critical areas such as primary metal manufacturing, supply chain management, design, policy, metal processing, metalworking, fabrication, CNC machinery, surface finishing, and recycling.
Attendees can explore a wide array of core exhibit sectors, including Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing, Aluminium & Light Metals, Casting, Forging & Heat Treatment, Industrial Automation, Robotics & Control Systems, and Metal Recycling & Circular Economy. The target audience encompasses professionals from across the metals ecosystem, including producers, stockholders, processors, fabricators, engineers, manufacturers, buyers, and consultants, with specific roles like design engineers, materials scientists, and procurement officers represented. Industries such as aerospace, automotive, construction, energy, and defence are covered.
Participation is free, offering access to an extensive conference program featuring over 40 sessions across four seminar theatres. These sessions delve into themes like The Big Issues, Sustainability and Circular Economy, Innovation and Technology, and Supply Chain, Trade & Policy, providing valuable insights for all attendees.
Highlights
5 items- AUMA listed event
- Held at the National Exhibition Centre (The NEC), Hall 4
- Conference program with over 40 sessions across four seminar theatres
- Attracted 300+ exhibitors (2024) and 320+ exhibitors (2025)
- Welcomed 20,000 visitors (2022) and 8,000 visitors (2025)
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does it take place?+
The UK Metals Expo will take place from 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-05 at the National Exhibition Centre (The NEC), Hall 4, in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Who organizes it?+
The event is organized by Easyfairs.
What industries and products are covered?+
The event covers the entire metals supply chain, including primary metal manufacturing, metal processing, fabrication, and recycling. Core exhibit sectors include Additive Manufacturing, Aluminium & Light Metals, Casting, Forging & Heat Treatment, Industrial Automation, and Metal Recycling. It serves industries such as aerospace, automotive, construction, energy, and defence.
How can I attend or exhibit?+
Admission to the exhibition and conference is free. Registration is available online. Exhibitors can showcase products to a targeted audience and utilize tools like personalized invitations and a telemarketing service.
What are the practical participation details?+
Admission to the exhibition and conference is free, with online registration available. The deadline for speaker proposals for the 2026 event is 29 May 2026.