The UK forecourt market is shifting as fuel mixes diversify and convenience retail evolves. Forecourt Show 2027 takes place from 12 to 14 April 2027 in Birmingham and gathers the commercial offer for operators and suppliers focused on forecourts and fuel.
Forecourt Show 2027 brings together equipment manufacturers, fuel suppliers, payment solution providers and convenience retail buyers. The show sits within The UK Food & Drink Shows 2027 and runs alongside the National Convenience Show and Food & Drink Expo, widening the buyer audience.
Practical information for Forecourt Show 2027 at the NEC
The event is held at the National Exhibition Centre NEC, Hall 4 in Birmingham. Published opening times are 12 and 13 April 2027 from 10:00 to 17:00 and 14 April 2027 from 10:00 to 16:00. The show is trade only and under 18s are not admitted.
Sectors and company types on site at Forecourt Show 2027
Exhibitors span fuel supply, fuel dispensing equipment, payment and telemetry systems, vehicle care products and convenience retail ranges. The event lists symbol groups, independent forecourts, oil companies and dealers among its target audience, which is useful when prioritising outreach.
Key figures
- Declared visitors: 30000
- Exhibitors: 1500
Those numbers reflect the scale of the show and the breadth of offer across Hall 4 at the NEC.
B2B prospecting focus for the forecourt channel
Segment prospects by buyer type and prepare tailored materials. For network rollouts focus on proposals for symbol groups and major dealers. For technical equipment bring concise technical sheets and service plans, and for convenience retail present SKU rotation estimates and merchandising concepts.
Book meetings in advance and map exhibitor stands from the previous edition to build an efficient visit plan. If your offer requires on-stand demonstration prepare a short demo workflow and a one-page commercial summary suitable for procurement teams.
Practical preparation checklist
Prepare clear value propositions that show total cost of ownership and compatibility with mixed fuel strategies. Bring quick-reference commercial terms and case studies. For convenience products include projected sell-through and margin scenarios to accelerate buyer decisions.
Final note
Forecourt Show 2027 concentrates three days of commercial activity for the UK forecourt sector and its positioning within The UK Food & Drink Shows increases exposure to retail buyers. Check exhibitor lists and confirm meetings ahead of travel and consult the official site https://www.forecourtshow.co.uk for final access and logistics information.
