2026 Industry Events:
Events are a fantastic opportunity to meet with a wide range of individuals, companies, innovators, enthusiasts and decision makers from across the Heavy Machinery, Plant Hire and Construction sectors. All across the UK and even abroad, it is great to engage with such diverse audiences, united by the same passion.
Upcoming Events:
Hillhead is the UK’s largest quarrying, construction, and recyling equipment exhibition. Taking place every two years in a working Derbyshire quarry, the show brings together 600 exhibitors and nearly 20,000 visitors across three days. Visitor numbers are independently audited by ABC, making Hillhead the only UK event with verified attendance at this scale.
Executive Hire Show is unique in the sense that everyone starts the year on site for a reason: to meet new suppliers, secure unique show-only deals, sign contracts and see the latest product innovations in person.
16–17 SEPTEMBER 2026 | NEC, BIRMINGHAM THE UK'S BIGGEST STAGE FOR RESOURCE MANAGEMENT JOIN 15,000+ WASTE, RECYCLING AND RESOURCE PROFESSIONALS FOR TWO HIGH-IMPACT DAYS AT THE NEC, BIRMINGHAM.
29 Sept - 1 Oct 2026 NEC - UK Construction Week will take place, having begun in 2015 at the NEC in Birmingham and has since become the UK's largest construction event. The exhibition provides an opportunity for thousands of international participants to showcase innovative products, materials, and services, reaching over 100,000 visitors. UK Construction Week serves as a cornerstone for change within the industry. Numerous seminars feature top speakers discussing key issues and driving real transformation in the sector. UK Construction Week Birmingham is an indispensable event for construction manufacturers and suppliers situated in the heart of the UK. With a diverse attendee base and concentrated industry presence, participants can showcase their products, establish connections, and capitalize on strategic opportunities. This strategic investment enhances brand recognition, increases business prospects, and secures a pivotal position within the thriving construction landscape of the Midlands and beyond. UK Construction Week Birmingham includes sections such as Build Live, Infrastructure Live & Digital Construction, and is co-located with Roofing Expo, Onsite On Hire, and Grand Designs Live. For more information and participation, please fill out the contact form above.
UK Construction Week London ran for the first time in London’s ExCeL in 2022, as the only event designed to cater for the whole construction supply chain, and attracted over 18,000, alongside The Stone Show & Hard Surfaces, Onsite On Hire, and The Offsite Show. This made it the largest construction trade show in London. With leading construction products, all of the major construction professional bodies, international pavilions, industry and government leaders, and plenty of entertainment over 3 days, this is the must attend event for construction professionals from all over the UK and beyond.
The National Civils Show is an annual trade event held in London, dedicated to suppliers of products and services around the civil engineering market and allied trades & services. It serves as a platform for industry professionals to exchange knowledge, showcase technology. products, services and innovations.
Vertikal Days 2026 - Event Information: 9–10 September 2026 | Newark Showground, Nottinghamshire Vertikal Days 2026 marks the 19th edition of the event, once again bringing together the lifting and access industry for two days. Returning for a third year to the Vulcan Runway at Newark Showground, the event will take place on Wednesday 9 September and Thursday 10 September 2026
The UK's leading & largest construction show features 45,000+ attendees, 900+ incredible speakers across 17 CPD stages, 650+ exhibitors, Meet the Buyers, Architect's Hub, celebrity guests, entertainment, DJs, networking parties, live music and much more!
CPA Stars of the Future is an awards scheme for apprentices and trainees in the construction plant sector, set up by the CPA 14 years ago. The awards are intended to recognise and reward outstanding apprentices and trainees who not only bring ability and commitment to their learning and their work, but also possess those extra capabilities and attitudes which mark them out as being not only the foundations of the future of the industry, but also potentially its future leaders – the Stars of the Future.
IF YOU NEED TO MEET THEM, THEY'RE HERE You’ll meet industry leaders and friends. You’ll build new relationships in the community. You’ll find the equipment, services, and people within your construction field.
