Foodex Manufacturing Solutions Birmingham

Foodex Manufacturing Solutions is one of the United Kingdom’s leading trade exhibitions for the food and drink manufacturing industry. Open exclusively to trade visitors, the event provides a comprehensive overview of the latest developments across the entire food production value chain, from processing and packaging through to logistics, automation and sustainable manufacturing solutions.

The exhibition takes place at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham, one of the UK’s largest and most advanced exhibition venues. Foodex Manufacturing Solutions is held annually and organised by William Reed Ltd., a respected British media and events company specialising in the food, beverage and hospitality sectors. Drawing on the organiser’s extensive industry expertise, the event has established itself as a key meeting place for decision-makers, manufacturers, technology providers and industry professionals.

The exhibition focuses on food processing solutions, packaging technologies, intralogistics, and digital and automated production systems. Visitors can explore the latest manufacturing and process technologies, including equipment for mixing, cutting, heating and cooling food products, as well as quality assurance and hygiene management systems. The event also showcases innovative packaging machinery, sustainable packaging solutions, coding and marking technologies, and end-of-line and palletising systems. Additional areas of focus include logistics and supply chain solutions, traceability systems, and warehousing and materials handling technologies for the food industry.

Emerging technologies such as robotics, artificial intelligence, Industry 4.0 applications, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and data-driven process optimisation are also strongly represented. Sustainability is another key theme, with exhibitors presenting energy-efficient production methods, resource-saving technologies, circular economy concepts and solutions designed to reduce carbon emissions throughout manufacturing and logistics operations.

The exhibition covers a broad range of industry sectors, including meat processing, bakery production, dairy manufacturing, beverage production, fresh foods and seafood. Reflecting this diversity, exhibitors range from machinery and plant manufacturers to packaging specialists, automation providers, software developers, logistics companies and quality management service providers.

Key visitor groups include production managers, plant and operations managers, engineers, technicians, quality managers, procurement professionals and senior executives from across the food and drink industry. The event also attracts professionals from the packaging, logistics, retail and research sectors, who attend to discover new technologies, gain insights into market trends and develop valuable business connections.

Highlights of the exhibition include live demonstrations of advanced processing and packaging technologies, expert-led conference sessions and presentations showcasing innovative concepts for the factory of the future.

The NEC provides a first-class exhibition environment with direct access to the UK motorway network, Birmingham International railway station and Birmingham Airport, which is located adjacent to the venue. This excellent transport infrastructure ensures that Foodex Manufacturing Solutions is easily accessible to both domestic and international visitors, providing an ideal platform for business development, networking and the exchange of forward-looking industry ideas.

The Foodex Manufacturing Solutions will take place on 3 days from Monday, 12. April to Wednesday, 14. April 2027 in Birmingham.