InstallerShow 2027 – Birmingham, United Kingdom

What to expect

InstallerShow 2027 is the UK’s complete installation ecosystem under one roof. It brings the installation industry together for three unmissable days at the NEC Birmingham. The free-to-attend trade show brings together the latest products, innovations and expertise across HVAC, plumbing, renewables, electrical, kitchens and bathrooms and building.

The event is the UK’s number one installation and specification event, firmly established as the must-visit event in the industry’s exhibition calendar. The enhanced format gives professionals from the heat, water, air and energy space access to hundreds of speakers and hundreds of exhibitors across multiple halls and 40,000 square metres of floorspace.

The latest products, the biggest brands and the industry all under one roof. Visitors can see the latest products, technology and innovations shaping the industry, meet leading brands, get hands-on with new products and connect with thousands of professionals from across the installation industry.

For 2027, InstallerShow is co-located with three other Nineteen Group events, the Painting and Decorating Show, the Professional Woodworking Expo and PlantWorx, creating a combined destination for construction and installation professionals. Your InstallerShow ticket also gives you access to the Painting and Decorating Show and Professional Woodworking Expo.

Event dates

Event Dates: June 22–24, 2027

Event Duration: Three days of exhibition and live content

Opening Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday 10:00 to 17:00, Thursday 10:00 to 16:00

Venue: NEC Birmingham, Halls 3, 3a, 4 and 5, Birmingham B40 1NT, United Kingdom

Admission: Free to attend for anyone working in the trade

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Venue & exhibition site

The event takes place at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, the UK’s premier exhibition venue. The venue address is NEC Birmingham, Halls 3, 3a, 4 and 5, North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham B40 1NT, United Kingdom.

The NEC offers extensive indoor exhibition space with high ceilings, robust floor loading and excellent logistics for heavy equipment such as boilers, heat pumps, air conditioning units, kitchen and bathroom suites, timber machinery and construction plant. It is centrally located in the heart of the UK and provides a natural meeting point for national and international visitors. The complex is fully accessible, with step-free access, accessible toilets, mobility assistance and a wide range of on-site services including restaurants, cafes, business lounges and free Wi-Fi.

The venue has its own railway station and direct connection to Birmingham Airport, making it highly accessible for trade professionals travelling from across the United Kingdom. The exhibition halls are configured to host InstallerShow and its co-located events side by side, with clear signage allowing visitors to move between HVAC, kitchens and bathrooms, electrical, building and woodworking zones.

Full event programme

The full event programme is built around three days packed with live content, demonstrations and industry expertise.

The programme features talks, hands-on features, product launches and opportunities to learn from some of the biggest names in the industry. Taking place at the NEC Birmingham, InstallerShow welcomes over 300 exhibitors and thousands of visitors who get hands-on with the latest products on the market.

Key content includes boilers, heat pumps, heating and hybrid systems, air conditioning and cooling, plumbing and drainage, pumps, water treatment, building controls, certification and training. Kitchens, bathrooms, surfaces, appliances, fixtures and fittings, design solutions and latest products for kitchen and bathroom professionals are showcased. Electrical products and systems, EV charging, smart technology, tools, testing equipment, lighting and energy solutions for the electrical trade are featured. Building products, tools, materials, roofing, insulation, workwear, safety solutions and innovations for builders and construction professionals are also included.

The programme incorporates multiple live content areas which offer an informative and engaging timetable featuring a roster of compelling hosts and speakers. Over 10 live content areas and more than 150 speakers have been featured in previous editions, with 11 plus content streams planned for the expanded 2027 format.

Key speakers & keynote speakers

The speaker faculty brings together leading authorities on sustainability, net zero, installation, building services and construction.

The Chair for sustainability-focused content is Jim McClelland, a leading authority on sustainability, who anchors discussions on tackling non-domestic buildings and empowering clients with real-time analytics to tackle the fundamental challenge of decarbonisation. Other speakers include Shrikant from SmartViz, showcasing net-zero solutions and how real-time analytics can empower clients.

Previous and expected speakers include Robert Jenrick MP, who has spoken on tool theft at InstallerFESTIVAL, plus representatives from Howdens, B&Q Marketplace, Sync Energy and many more leading brands. The event features 400 plus speakers across the expanded 2027 edition, with 40,000 plus visitors expected.

The speaker programme includes heating engineers, plumbers, electricians, EV, heat pump and solar installers, kitchen and bathroom fitters, roofers and builders, as well as business owners, merchants, manufacturers, building services professionals, housing and retrofit teams and training providers.

Conference sessions & tracks

The conference is organised into multiple content streams and zones, each focused on a specific trade.

Installer CORE
This zone covers boilers, heat pumps, heating and hybrid systems, air conditioning and cooling, plumbing and drainage, pumps, water treatment, building controls, certification, training and more. It is the core of the show for heat, water, air and energy technology professionals.

Installer K&B – Kitchens and Bathrooms
This zone focuses on kitchens, bathrooms, surfaces, appliances, fixtures and fittings, design solutions and latest products for kitchen and bathroom professionals.

Installer ELECTRIC
This zone showcases electrical products and systems, EV charging, smart technology, tools, testing equipment, lighting, energy solutions and latest innovations for the electrical trade.

Installer BUILD
This zone features building products, tools, materials, roofing, insulation, workwear, safety solutions and innovations for builders and construction professionals.

Painting and Decorating Show
Built for the trade, this co-located show is where painters and decorators come to see what really works, bringing together trusted brands, new tools and proven techniques with practical live demos, hands-on workshops and straight-talk seminars.

Professional Woodworking Expo
The UK’s only dedicated tradeshow for woodworking and joinery professionals. It features latest machinery, tools, software and materials, with live demos, expert talks and networking for carpenters, joiners and installers.

PlantWorx
New for 2027, PlantWorx is co-located with InstallerShow. PlantWorx is the largest working construction equipment showcase, designed for construction professionals interested in construction equipment, plant, tools and services, highlighting live machine and tool demonstrations.

Session times & schedule

The event operates with exhibition and live content running in parallel throughout each day, allowing visitors to move freely between stands and educational sessions.

Each day begins with exhibition doors opening at 10am, followed by live content across multiple stages. Morning sessions include product launches, technical workshops and business advice. Midday sessions focus on hands-on demonstrations, interactive training zones and expert panels.

Afternoon sessions continue with deep dives into renewables, smart technology, building regulations and workforce development. The final day closes at 4pm to allow for travel, with morning sessions covering latest innovations and practical takeaways.

All conference sessions are included in the free trade ticket and operate on a first-come, first-served basis, with seating available in each theatre. The programme is published in advance via the website.

Ticket types & registration

The organisers maintain a free-to-attend model for trade professionals.

General Trade Visitor Pass
The standard pass for anyone working in the trade including heating engineers, plumbers, electricians, EV, heat pump and solar installers, kitchen and bathroom fitters, roofers, builders, business owners, merchants, manufacturers and building services professionals. Provides access to InstallerShow, Painting and Decorating Show, Professional Woodworking Expo and PlantWorx, plus all content stages, live demos and training zones. Price is USD 0. Parking is also free.

VIP Installer Pass
For senior decision makers, merchants and large contractors. Includes fast-track entry, access to VIP lounge, priority seating, invitation to exclusive networking events and access to VIP meeting areas. Priced at approximately USD 60 based on previous editions where VIP networking packages were offered.

Student and Apprentice Pass
For students and apprentices on relevant courses of study. Includes access to all exhibitions and conferences plus dedicated careers advice and training zones. Price is USD 0 with valid student or apprentice identification. Apprentices are welcome on relevant courses.

Exhibitor Pass
For exhibiting company personnel. Includes access to exhibitor portal, lead retrieval tools and exhibitor briefings. Included as part of exhibitor package, which starts from approximately USD 5,000 for shell scheme options based on previous editions.

Registration deadlines

Early online registration is strongly recommended to avoid queues on visit day and to receive regular updates on exhibitors and programme. Registration is now live via the official website.

Standard online registration remains open until the evening before the event opens. After that, visitors can register on site at NEC Birmingham atrium. On-site registration is free but may involve queues during peak periods.

Exhibitor bookings for premium locations close about three months before the show, with final bookings accepted subject to availability. Speaker applications for live content areas close approximately two months before the event.

Exhibitor list & major companies

The expo provides a platform with over 900 exhibitors and 40,000 plus visitors in the expanded 2027 format, with 800 exhibitors and 30,000 visitors in previous years and 650 exhibitors in earlier editions.

Exhibitors cover categories such as boilers, heat pumps, heating and hybrid systems, air conditioning and cooling, plumbing and drainage, pumps, water treatment, building controls, kitchens, bathrooms, surfaces, appliances, electrical products and systems, EV charging, smart technology, tools, testing equipment, lighting, energy solutions, building products, roofing, insulation, workwear, safety solutions and innovations.

Major brands that have exhibited include Howdens, B&Q Marketplace, Sync Energy, SmartViz, Howdens, and many leading manufacturers of HVAC, plumbing, renewables, electrical and building products. The event welcomes international exhibitors from across Europe and beyond.

Co-located shows add painting and decorating brands, woodworking machinery manufacturers and construction plant suppliers via PlantWorx, which is the largest working construction equipment showcase.

A full exhibitor list is published on the official website and is updated regularly in the lead up to the event.

Exhibition halls & floor plan

The event occupies Halls 3, 3a, 4 and 5 at the NEC Birmingham, with a layout designed to encourage discovery and cross-sector collaboration.

The exhibition area features rows of stands with clear aisle numbering, allowing visitors to easily locate suppliers for specific technologies. Product categories are zoned where possible, with areas for HVAC, kitchens and bathrooms, electrical, building, painting and decorating, woodworking and plant.

The live content stages are located within the halls as open-plan theatres, ensuring that attendees can move instantly between live demonstrations and conference content. Central networking lounges, business meeting zones, catering areas and sponsor showcases are positioned between exhibition rows. Interactive training zones and hands-on demo areas are integrated throughout.

The floor plan is published approximately two weeks before the event and can be downloaded from the official website. With a single free ticket, attendees can navigate all co-located shows using colour-coded signage and a mobile app that provides interactive floor plans and exhibitor search.

Networking & business meetings

Networking is a core part of InstallerShow, with the event designed as the complete installation ecosystem under one roof.

The event offers extensive networking opportunities, from informal meetings on the show floor to structured networking drinks and business matchmaking. Visitors report that attending is important to their business, with 88 percent of visitors saying attendance is important to their business and 77 percent going on to buy a product or service as a direct result of their visit.

Testimonials highlight quality and quantity. As noted by exhibitors, the quantity and quality of sellers stand out in comparison to other trade shows. Howdens noted it is a really important show to speak to every single trade individually, while Sync Energy highlighted busy three days with valuable conversations with electrical contractors and core target audience.

The co-location with Painting and Decorating Show, Professional Woodworking Expo and PlantWorx expands networking beyond traditional installation into decorating, woodworking and construction equipment sectors.

Structured networking includes dedicated meeting areas, business matchmaking via app and hosted buyer programmes for merchants and large contractors.

Industry sectors & highlights

InstallerShow serves multiple sectors where installation delivers economic and environmental impact.

Key sectors include heating, plumbing, renewables, electrical, kitchens and bathrooms, building, painting and decorating, woodworking and joinery, construction plant and equipment, heat pumps, EV charging, solar, air conditioning, water treatment, building controls and certification.

Event highlights include over 900 exhibitors and 40,000 visitors expected, 400 plus speakers and 100 plus content sessions, 11 plus content streams, hands-on experiences, expert advice and industry-leading speakers. Over 10 live content areas feature latest products and tech solutions and interactive training zones.

The event is recognised as the UK’s only event of its scale that brings together installers, specifiers and decision-makers from across the heat, water, air, energy and built environment sectors.

Event rules & visitor information

All attendees must wear their official event badge at all times inside the exhibition halls. Badges are non-transferable and must be shown on request by security or organisers.

The event is strictly trade only and free to attend for anyone working in the trade. There is no ticket price or membership requirement. Students and apprentices on relevant courses of study are welcome.

Photography and video for personal use is permitted, but commercial filming requires prior permission from the organisers. Visitors are expected to adhere to a professional code of conduct, with the organisers committed to providing a respectful environment for all participants.

The dress code is workwear or business casual, with safety shoes recommended in certain areas where heavy equipment is demonstrated. The venue operates a sustainable events policy, and visitors are encouraged to use digital brochures and return badge holders for reuse. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the venue and parking is free.

How to get there

The NEC is one of the most accessible venues in the United Kingdom, located eight miles east of Birmingham city centre with direct motorway, rail and air connections.

If you are travelling by car, the venue has direct access from Junction 6 of the M42 motorway. From the M6, M40 and M1, you can connect via the M42. The postcode for navigation is B40 1NT. Signage for the NEC is well established on all approach roads.

If you are travelling by train, Birmingham International Railway Station is directly connected to the NEC via a covered walkway. The station is served by Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains, with direct services from London, Manchester, Edinburgh and other major cities.

If you are travelling by air, Birmingham Airport is just five minutes away via a free Air-Rail Link that connects the airport terminal to Birmingham International Station and the NEC.

Public transport & parking

Public transport to the NEC is frequent and well integrated with the venue. Trains run regularly to Birmingham International from across the United Kingdom, with the covered walkway providing direct access to the halls. Local buses operated by National Express West Midlands, including routes 900 and X1, connect Birmingham city centre and Coventry to the NEC and airport. National Express coaches also serve Birmingham Airport and Birmingham International Station.

For those driving, the NEC has more than 16,000 parking spaces across several car parks. Parking is free for InstallerShow visitors, as part of initiatives to make the show as accessible and cost-effective as possible. Free parking at the venue is included with your free ticket. Electric vehicle charging points are available in selected car parks, and designated accessible parking bays are located close to hall entrances.

Accommodation areas

Birmingham offers a wide range of accommodation to suit all budgets, and early booking is advised as hotels fill quickly during major NEC events.

The most convenient options are the NEC and Birmingham Airport hotels, which are within walking distance of the venue. These include Hilton Birmingham Metropole, Crowne Plaza NEC and Novotel Birmingham Airport. Staying here is ideal for exhibitors and for those with early morning meetings.

Birmingham city centre is another popular choice. It is only a short train ride from the NEC and offers a wide choice of hotels, from budget to luxury, as well as restaurants and evening entertainment. Popular areas include Broad Street, Brindleyplace and Digbeth.

Solihull and Coventry, located to the south of the NEC, offer boutique hotels and often competitive rates with easy motorway access. Resorts World, which is adjacent to the NEC, provides an accommodation and entertainment complex with dining and leisure facilities.

Previous year’s highlights

The previous edition was a record-breaking InstallerShow that raised the bar again, firmly established as the must-visit event in the industry’s exhibition calendar. A record number of visitors flocked to the NEC Birmingham, with over 20,000 professionals from the heat, water, air and energy space accessing more than 300 speakers and 650 exhibitors across two halls and 40,000 square metres of floorspace.

Highlights included over 10 live content areas, 150 speakers, latest products and tech solutions and interactive training zones. The enhanced format gave professionals access to more speakers and exhibitors, with 88 percent of visitors saying attendance is important to their business.

The event featured hands-on experiences, expert advice, industry-leading speakers and countless opportunities for networking, with exhibitors reporting amazing customer turnout and quality leads. The co-location strategy for 2027 builds on this success with even more exhibitors and visitors expected.

Official registration & tickets

All registrations are handled through the official website. The exhibition and conference are free to attend for trade professionals with free parking.

Official Website: https://www.installershow.com/

Email: info@installermagazine.co.uk

Venue: NEC Birmingham, Halls 3, 3a, 4 and 5, North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham B40 1NT

Online registration is recommended to avoid queues and to receive pre-show updates on exhibitors and programme. On-site registration is available during event hours at NEC Birmingham atrium. To exhibit or sponsor, contact the organisers via exhibitor enquiry form on the website. Your InstallerShow ticket also gives you access to the Painting and Decorating Show, Professional Woodworking Expo and PlantWorx.