Three days at the NEC in Birmingham will put machinery, automation and packaging technologies on display. PPMA Show 2026 runs from 22 to 24 September in Hall 5 and brings together 350 exhibitors and 7,500 visitors with live demonstrations and a packed seminar schedule.
Dates and venue
PPMA Show 2026 takes place from 22 to 24 September at the National Exhibition Centre, Hall 5. Opening hours are 09:30 to 17:00 on the first two days and 09:30 to 16:00 on the final day. The venue address is Pendigo Way, Marston Green, Birmingham B40 1NT.
What exhibitors will show
The programme highlights machinery, robotics, vision systems and packaging materials. The organiser lists more than 1,500 brands represented across the show, with exhibitors presenting equipment for processing, filling, sealing and automated handling.
Event format and digital tools
PPMA Show 2026 combines live product demos at the Live Demonstration Theatre with digital features such as the PPMA Show app, SmartScan and ContentCapture. The event also offers 360° virtual tours and content channels including PPMA Show TV and a podcast. Seminars and the Automate UK Awards 2026 are part of the official programme.
B2B prospecting at PPMA Show 2026
Prepare a technical brief for your production line and use the app to shortlist exhibitors before you arrive. Focus meetings on three operational metrics: throughput, integration requirements and spare parts and service options. Use demonstrations to observe cycle times and the interaction of vision systems with robotic cells.
Structure your on-floor agenda with time blocks for demos, supplier meetings and quick technical inspections. Capture leads with the app and follow up within 48 hours while technical details remain fresh.
Key figures
PPMA Show 2026 publishes 350 exhibitors, 7,500 visitors and 1,500 brands across three days of activity. The show features live demonstrations, seminars and digital content to support contact discovery and technical evaluation.
Closing note and link
For manufacturing teams evaluating packaging and automation upgrades, the show is a concentrated opportunity to compare vendors on measurable indicators. Registration, exhibitor lists and session timetables are available at the official site https://www.ppmashow.co.uk. Arrive with clear technical criteria to turn showroom conversations into procurement decisions.
