created to help build the UK Metals industry
The UK's Leading Metals Expo
Bringing the entire UK metals supply chain together across engineering, manufacturing & construction.
The meeting place for the metals supply chain
Launched in 2022, UK Metals Expo was created with a simple purpose: to give the UK metals community one place to connect, collaborate and move forward.
We bring together the businesses that make, move, process, shape, finish, reuse and recycle metals — alongside the engineers, manufacturers, construction professionals and buyers who depend on them.
Where the UK Metals industry comes together
300+ Exhibitors. 12+ Trade Associations. 20+ Leading industry media partners.
Why Visit UK Metals Expo
More than an exhibition
UK Metals Expo is an independent platform for practical industry conversation.
It is where the supply chain comes together to address the issues that matter: competitiveness, resilience, skills, innovation, circularity and the future of UK manufacturing.
One industry. One meeting place. Stronger supply chains.
Supported by the UK Metals Council, leading trade associations and industry partners, the event gives every part of the sector a voice — and creates the connections that turn shared challenges into commercial opportunities.
Discover new machines, materials and services to keep your business at the forefront of industry trends.
Topical Seminar Theatres
a conference programme that address the issues that matter
The free to attend programme attracts a wide range of metal industry professionals and offers a very efficient way to review best practices across sectors, identify new industrial and commercial opportunities, source new ideas and connect with more than 100 leading practitioners and experts.
Innovation and Technology →
Theatre 3
Circular Economy →
Theatre 2
Supply Chain, Trade & Policy →
Theatre 4
What people say
Why the industry consider UK Metals Expo a must-attend
Who should visit UK Metals?
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Engineers & Production Managers: Discover new equipment and fabrication processes.
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Buyers & Procurement Professionals: Meet top suppliers and secure procurement deals.
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Sustainability & Quality Managers: Learn best practices in recycling and carbon reduction.
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Senior Managers & Strategists: Network across key sectors such as aerospace, automotive, construction, energy and defence.
Free entry. 300+ exhibitors, 4 theatres, 30 seminars and 100+ speakers – all in one venue.
What solutions will you discover?
Explore hundreds of exhibitors showcasing the latest machinery, automation, tooling and production technologies, including:
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Source a wide range of materials from leading metal stockholders & distributors.
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Learn about the new technology, machinery, tools, training and services.
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Connect with all the market experts under one roof.
Join Us at UK Metals Expo
With an unmatched combination of networking, learning and innovation, UK Metals Expo 2026 is the must-attend event for anyone in the metals supply chain.
NEC Birmingham · 4th & 5th November 2026 · Free entry
When and where does UK Metals Expo take place?
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Venue details - NEC Birmingham, UKVenue details - NEC Birmingham, UK
4th & 5th November 2026
4th & 5th November 2026