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Discover a range of events, around the world.

Whether you’re exhibiting or attending, events are the perfect way to network, raise awareness and sell more.

As an organisation, we host and support a series of events throughout the year. From our world-class PPMA show held annually in September since 1988 and the PPMA Total Show that replaces it every third year to international events in growing markets such as Propack Philippines. Learn more, book and stay informed by clicking on the links below.

Latest events

SaudiFood Manufacturing 2026

08/06/2026 - 10/06/2026Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Centre, Saudi Arabia

Automate UK are proud to be appointed group stand organisers for UK manufacturers at the only trade exhibition in Saudi Arabia dedicated to the food & beverage manufacturing industry.

ProPak Asia 2026

10/06/2026 - 13/06/2026IMPACT Exhibition and Conference Centre, Muang Thong Thani

ProPak Asia is the regions premier annual trade exhibition dedicated to the processing and packaging industry. It brings together machinery, automation, materials, testing, cold-chain, and sustainable packaging solutions under one roof.

UKIVA Conference 2026

17/06/2026Coventry

The UK Industrial Vision Association (UKIVA) invites you to connect to expert speakers, share essential industry insights and explore networking opportunities at the UKIVA Conference 2026. Join us at Schneider Electric in Coventry on Wednesday 17 June 2026, to learn more about the future of our industry. Refreshments and lunch will be provided.

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Thatchers Cider Factory Tour 2026

25/06/2026Myrtle Farm, Sandford, Somerset, BS25 5RA

Join us at the Thatchers Cider Factory Tour for a guided, behind-the-scenes tour covering how Thatchers produce cider — from their orchards, through the milling, pressing, fermentation, bottling/canning and packaging process.

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Automate UK Golf Day 2026

03/09/2026Puckrup Hall Hotel and Golf Club, Puckrup Lane, Tewkesbury GL20 6EL

A full day of golf including a Texas Scramble competition and an 18 hole Stableford Competition for teams of 4 players. An excellent opportunity to entertain clients and network with fellow members.

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PPMA Show 2026

22/09/2026 - 24/09/2026NEC, BIRMINGHAM, UK

Book today to exhibit at the UK’s largest processing & packaging machinery event at the NEC in September 2026.

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Gulfood Manufacturing 2026

03/11/2026 - 05/11/2026Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE

The 12th edition of Gulfood Manufacturing. Automate UK are hosting the UK group pavilion showcasing the latest automation & control, processing, packaging, printing, labelling and supply chain solutions for the food and beverage industry.

Wedgwood Factory Tour 2026

12/11/2026World of Wedgwood, Wedgwood Drive, Stoke on Trent, ST12 9ER

Automate UK are hosting an exciting members networking event. The day will consist of a factory tour at the iconic World of Wedgwood.

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Appex 2027

16/03/2027 - 19/03/2027Melbourne Convention Centre

Exhibit with Automate UK at Appex 2027

Clay Shooting Experience 2027

13/05/2027EJ Churchill Shooting Ground - High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP14 3NS

A networking event providing the perfect opportunity for members to bring a team of colleagues/clients or take part individually in a day of clay disk shooting. Instruction and two-course lunch provided.

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