Scotland has committed £1.2 billion to its trunk road network in 2026–27 as part of a near £4.3 billion transport investment programme, a backdrop that reshapes demand for suppliers and contractors.
Road Expo Scotland 2026 runs from 24 to 25 November in Glasgow at the SEC - Scottich Event Campus. The event lands while public investment and major programmes like the A9 Dualling drive procurement and project pipelines across the country.
Dates and venue details for Road Expo Scotland 2026
The exhibition and conference take place at the SEC - Scottich Event Campus in Glasgow. Opening times list 24 November from 09:30 to 16:30 and 25 November from 09:30 to 16:00. The show is built in association with Transport Scotland and is co-located with Bridges Scotland.
Who attends and which companies exhibit
Attendees include road, traffic and transport leaders, tier 1 contractors, local authority commissioners and suppliers of roadworks equipment. Exhibitors focus on traffic control systems, pavement and resurfacing technology, asset management tools and digital solutions for network operations.
Programme focus highlighted for 2026
The 2026 agenda covers aging infrastructure, AI-driven asset management, net zero delivery, road safety and workforce development. Sessions are structured around Scottish evidence and live case studies to provide actionable insights for delivery teams and buyers.
Key figures for the event
The event reports 2,000 attendees and 100 exhibitors. These figures indicate the event scale and the concentration of decision makers and procurement teams attending.
Practical prospecting advice for suppliers
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Target commissioning teams and local authorities. The partnership with Transport Scotland points to a high level of public sector attendance.
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Present Scotland-relevant case studies. The programme emphasises real evidence and lessons from local projects; tailoring materials to UK practice strengthens credibility.
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Prepare proposals for medium and long-term delivery. Given the size of the investment programme, position offerings for sustained contracts and multi-year frameworks.
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Book meetings in advance. With 100 exhibitors and 2,000 delegates, pre-scheduled conversations increase the odds of securing pilot projects or procurement opportunities.
Final thought and official link
For companies supplying roads and highways, Road Expo Scotland 2026 offers direct access to a market backed by significant investment and active procurement. Check exhibitor lists, agenda details and register interest at the official site http://www.road-expo.com and prepare technical dossiers that speak to asset management, pavement performance and traffic mitigation strategies.
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