What is Southern?

  • A free-to-attend 3 day event from 2-4 February 2027 for anyone in the engineering, manufacturing and electronics industries
  • A place to access free-to-attend CPD accredited education across 2 technical seminars
  • The UK's largest annual industrial technology event which offers extensive networking opportunities among OEMs, SMEs and start-ups across all industries

Where the South does business

For over 29 years, Southern Manufacturing & Electronics has been the South’s essential annual meeting place for the manufacturing and electronics communities. Located at Farnborough International Exhibition Centre, in the heart of the UK aerospace industry and home of British aviation, the event brings together 570+ suppliers, thousands of products and practical solutions for every stage of the supply chain. Meet, compare and connect with specialists across manufacturing and electronics, including the UK’s largest electronics showcase, all just 30 minutes from London.

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WHO WILL YOU MEET AT THE SHOW?

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See technologies up close

Experience the future of manufacturing and electronics first-hand with live demonstrations of cutting-edge tools, systems, and solutions that can revolutionise your operations.

Take the opportunity to see the products, components and solutions you’re looking for up close, at the first industry event of 2027.

Network & Connect​

Seize the opportunity to build meaningful connections with industry leaders, innovators, and peers. Engage in exclusive networking sessions designed to foster collaboration, share ideas, and create long-term partnerships.

You’ll meet engineers and manufacturers from OEMs, SMEs, and start-ups, and have the opportunity to develop new connections and share best practice across 3 days.

Meet suppliers

Connect face-to-face with over 570 world-class suppliers offering the latest products and services.

Whether you’re sourcing new materials or seeking innovative solutions, you’ll find the partners you need to enhance your supply chain across all sectors and industries.

Learn & Discover

Stay ahead of industry trends by attending insightful seminars from top experts. Gain practical knowledge that you can apply to improve efficiency, adopt new technologies and enhance your competitive edge.

Discover the free-to-attend, new and improved seminars, focusing on Manufacturing and Electronics across all industry sectors.  

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