22 – 24 SEPTEMBER 2026 · NEC, BIRMINGHAM, UK
The UK's Biggest Processing and Packaging Machinery Exhibition
COUNTDOWN TO THE
PPMA SHOW 2026
2026/09/22 09:30:00
Birmingham International railway station is just a three-minute walk from hall 5 at the NEC.
The entrance to the NEC is clearly signposted on the right hand side as you exit the station.
Many services run direct to Birmingham International railway station. Alternatively, you can catch a connecting train at Birmingham New Street, which takes 10-15 minutes.
For further information or to book your ticket, please contact National Rail.
Bus services are available to the NEC from Birmingham Moor Street and Solihull stations.
The NEC is signposted from all motorways and major routes, including the M42, M40 and M6. When you arrive at the NEC, follow the signs to the show, hall 5.
If using a SatNav, please input the following postcode: B40 1NT.
There are 16,500 spaces available at the NEC. Follow the electronic signage or directions provided by the NEC's traffic team to direct you to the right car park area for the PPMA Show event. A free shuttle bus is available to take you to hall 5.
We advise to pre-book your parking early.
The NEC is within close proximity to Birmingham International Airport (BHX).
There is a free AirRail Link to Birmingham International railway station, which is adjoined to the NEC.
The AirRail Link runs every two minutes and takes just 90 seconds to reach the NEC. It departs the airport from the upper level of Terminal 1 and operates daily between 05:15 and 02:00.
We are pleased to announce that our hotel partner is PACIFIC 7.
Please contact Anita on 01204 497707 if you have any questions, or to make a reservation. You can also email:
The NEC has invested heavily to ensure all halls and facilities can be accessed by disabled visitors.
Click here for more information on access and parking, toilets, hearing assistance, medical facilities, mobility equipment hire and dedicated ticket lines.
Find out more by visiting the dedicated NEC PLUS Page.
Scott McKenna
Chief Operating Officer

Ken Lam
Digital Marketing Manager

Jamie Brennan
Marketing Executive
Discover the latest innovations shaping the future of your business at the PPMA Show® 2026, the UK's leading exhibition for processing and packaging machinery.
Join to the NEC Birmingham from 22–24 September 2026 for this unmissable event bringing together the full spectrum of production line solutions, from processing and packaging to robotics and industrial automation.
Whatever your sector—food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, household goods, FMCG, or beyond—you’ll have the opportunity to:
Built on the success of previous editions, the PPMA Show® 2026 is your chance to equip your business for greater efficiency, growth, and long-term success.
3 days
350 exhibitors
7500 visitors
1500 brands