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The Challenge
The machine building and factory automation landscape is evolving faster than ever. Are you confident your organisation is equipped to keep up? Navigating cutting-edge technologies, integrating systems seamlessly, and selecting reliable suppliers can feel like an uphill battle. Meanwhile, the need for cost-efficiency, sustainability, and regulatory compliance adds even more pressure.
Why It Matters
Falling behind is not an option. In an industry where advancements like AI, IoT, and robotics are reshaping the future, lagging in adoption could mean losing your competitive edge. Inefficiencies, escalating costs, and missed opportunities can hold you back when every decision counts.
Your Solution
Welcome to MachineBuilding.North 2026, your ultimate gateway to innovation, optimisation, and future-proofing your operations.
What You’ll Gain:
● Insights that matter: Learn from industry leaders and gain practical strategies to tackle your most pressing challenges.
● Connections that count: Meet trusted suppliers, technical experts, and like-minded professionals face-to-face.
● Tools for success: Experience live demos, cutting-edge solutions, and actionable advice to transform your business.
In just one day, take the leap toward industry leadership.
Explore cutting-edge technologies from AI and IoT to robotics and energy-efficient systems through live exhibitor showcases
Connect face-to-face with industry leaders, technical experts, and trusted suppliers who can deliver the solutions your business needs
Enjoy unique experiences like Concorde simulator flights and guided Concorde tours, plus a complimentary sandwich with tea or coffee, and free parking
From strategic leaders to operational experts and engineering innovators, our workshops and agenda are designed to address your specific challenges and goals
Learn from expert-led sessions and case studies and leave with strategies you can implement immediately to boost efficiency and productivity
An outstanding series of free-to-attend presentations is one of the highlights of MachineBuilding.Live. A complete programme will feature at the 2026 event and details will be published here from November 1st.
“This is a good show for us. We've met people from all over the place, got lots of good leads”
“We've had a fantastic day today here at Machine Building North. Engaging with lots of customers we haven't spoken to for a while”
"We've met some good contacts, and we look forward to working with them in the future… we'll look forward to being here next year"
"We've had a lot of leads, a lot of interest in our products and it was really good to see a lot of our customers that are from the north"
“For us it's hugely valuable and been a busy show”
“It's been absolutely brilliant. There’s not been any time wasters. Everyone has come here with a purpose”
“It's been a great show. We've had plenty of enquiries, new fresh enquiries. We’ll come again”
“We've got different people coming on the stand from different locations, it’s been great”
“A great show. It's been fantastic. It's always great to support MachineBuilding here at the Concorde Centre”
“The venue is absolutely brilliant. It's really cool. I have Concorde above me and I love it. Great show”
"It's one of the events that Renishaw looks forward to"
Connect with the best in the business at the Concorde Conference Centre, Manchester, on 13th May 2026. Make this your year to lead the industry.
We look forward to welcoming you as a key exhibitor!
Runway Visitor Park, Sunbank Lane, Altrincham, WA15 8XQ
Use WA15 8XQ. Free parking on site. Follow signs from M56 J6.
Use Manchester airport station. A 7 minute drive from the Concorde Centre.
Manchester Airport is a 10 minute taxi ride from the Visitor Park.
Please refer to your off-site parking instructions for exhibitor parking on the day of the event. For information please email [email protected]
Discover more about the venue at https://www.runwayvisitorpark.co.uk/visit-us/park-information
Concorde remains an example of UK engineering at its best, and perhaps the most iconic Concorde of all is housed in a specially built display hangar at The Runway Visitor Park on the outskirts of Manchester airport. G-BOAC was flown into Manchester when the fleet was retired and has become a major attraction in the area. Visitors to MachineBuilding.North have exclusive use of the entire Runway Visitor Park for the day. The facility includes a number of other interesting aeroplanes which can also be viewed, and the park is located immediately adjacent to the threshold for runway 05L, making it a popular viewing place.
