Urban waste streams and resource recovery are under pressure from new regulation and operational targets. RWM - Recycling & Waste Management 2026 runs on 16 and 17 September in Birmingham and gathers solutions for recycling, treatment and urban equipment. Below we map the attendee profile and practical steps to prepare B2B outreach.
Dates, opening times and venue for RWM 2026 in Birmingham
The show is held at the National Exhibition Centre. Published opening times are 09:30 to 16:30 on Wednesday 16 September and 09:30 to 16:00 on Thursday 17 September. RWM is part of the wider ESS Expo which hosts several sector shows under the same roof.
Sectors and types of companies present at RWM 2026
The event covers resource and waste management and sits within the Environmental Services & Solutions Expo. Co‑located shows listed for 2026 include Resource & Waste Management, Energy Fuels & Decarbonisation, Contamination & Land Remediation, Water Wastewater & Environmental Management and Air Quality & Emissions. Expect exhibitors to range from equipment manufacturers to service providers and fleet operators focused on the waste and recycling chain.
Programme highlights and on‑site features
The 2026 programme includes headline seminars, a Live Demonstration Area and specific formats such as Waste Trucks Live. Other named features are RWM Connect, EMMA Awards, CEO Circle and dedicated zones for startups and investors. The event promotes a mix of practical demos and executive forums.
Practical tips to structure commercial prospecting
- Segment your targets. Separate municipal buyers, private waste contractors and technology integrators and plan time accordingly.
- Bring technical collateral. Shareable performance sheets and compliance data speed up technical qualification.
- Book meetings in advance. Use exhibitor listings and RWM Connect to secure fixed time slots.
- Leverage live demos. If your solution benefits from live trials, schedule demonstrations in the Live Demonstration Area or organise controlled visits to your stand.
- Plan follow up actions. Prepare a timeline for sending proposals, technical addenda and follow up calls within one to two weeks after the show.
Visitor process and registration
Registration for tickets is handled via the ESS Expo platform and free tickets are available through the organiser. The site also provides downloadable floor plans and the exhibitor list which help plan a focused visit.
The configuration of co‑located shows makes RWM 2026 particularly relevant for suppliers that need to demonstrate operational performance and for buyers who must compare options across adjacent sectors. Check exhibitor details and secure your place on the official pages at http://www.ess-expo.co.uk/five-shows/rwm
