UK Concrete Show signs two-year NEC deal

The UK Concrete Show will remain at Birmingham’s NEC for at least two more editions following a new agreement between event organiser The QMJ Group and venue operator NEC Group.

After a record-breaking 2025 event that saw a 30% rise in visitor numbers and strong exhibitor demand, the UK Concrete Show has confirmed that Hall 17 will be its home for the 2026 and 2027 shows. The next edition is scheduled for 25–26 March 2026, followed by 17–18 March 2027.

Richard Bradbury, managing director of The QMJ Group, said the deal reinforces the event’s position as the definitive meeting place for the UK’s concrete sector. “We’re proud to commit to The NEC for another two years. Its facilities, location, and ability to support future growth make it the right home for our show,” he said.

The NEC’s central position within the UK’s road and rail network was a key factor in the decision, with 75% of the population within a three-hour drive. The venue’s 16,500 on-site parking spaces and 186,000 sqm of indoor exhibition space offer room to expand as the event grows.

In a move welcomed by visitors, The QMJ Group has also committed to funding complimentary parking for all attendees in 2026 and 2027.

Plans for the 2026 show are already underway, with several new features in development. Full details are due to be announced in autumn 2025.