Resource & Waste Management Expo (RWM) Birmingham

The Resource & Waste Management Expo (RWM) is the UK’s leading trade show for recycling, resource management, waste solutions, and environmental services. As a flagship event within the Environmental Services & Solutions Expo (ESS), it brings together a wide range of stakeholders from the environmental and waste management sectors each September at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham.

Organised by Roar B2B Limited, a company specialising in business events, RWM provides a dedicated platform for showcasing innovative solutions, technologies, and services that support a sustainable circular economy. The event targets professionals from industry, local authorities, academia, and policy-making who seek insights into the latest developments, regulatory frameworks, and practical applications. Exhibitors—from established market leaders to emerging start-ups—present their latest products, machinery, and concepts.

The focus lies on state-of-the-art recycling and waste management processes, advanced technologies for metal and vehicle recycling, as well as future-oriented consultancy and compliance services. Key topics also include street cleaning, transport solutions, energy-efficient technologies, and sustainable infrastructure. The “Sustainability” sector plays a particularly prominent role, highlighting holistic approaches to integrating ecological, economic, and social responsibility—such as solutions for smart cities, renewable energy, or environmentally conscious architecture.

In addition to the exhibition, the event features a high-quality conference programme with inspiring keynote speeches, expert panel discussions, and valuable networking opportunities with key decision-makers from across the sector. RWM is not just another trade show—it is a specialised forum for those committed to driving ecological transformation.

The audience primarily comprises professionals from municipal services, waste and recycling companies, environmental engineering, construction, industry, retail, logistics, and public administration. The presence of international experts and delegations reinforces the event’s importance beyond the UK. As a core element of the ESS Expo, RWM serves as the backbone of the UK’s national platform for sustainable environmental solutions.

The NEC Birmingham, one of Europe’s largest exhibition centres, offers outstanding infrastructure and excellent transport links—whether by rail, car, or via the nearby international airport—creating ideal conditions for a truly global event. Located in the heart of a vibrant industrial region, Birmingham is the perfect setting for shaping the future of resource and waste management.

The Resource & Waste Management Expo (RWM) will take place on 2 days from Wednesday, 17. September to Thursday, 18. September 2025 in Birmingham.