CHEMUK 2026 takes place on 20-21 May at the NEC in Birmingham, and MegaChem UK will once again be there. You’ll find us on stand F138.
If you work in formulation, R&D, procurement or production across any of the industries we serve, we think it’s two days well worth putting in your diary. Here’s what to expect from the show, and why we’d love to see you there.
What is CHEMUK?
CHEMUK is the UK’s largest B2B trade show dedicated to the chemicals, process engineering and formulated product industries. It’s grown significantly since it launched in 2019, and the 2026 edition is shaping up to be the biggest yet, with 600+ specialist exhibitors and over 100 expert speakers across a packed two-day programme.
The show is organised across five focused zones:
- Chemicals Supply Zone
- Chemicals Management Zone
- Process & Chemical Engineering Zone
- Chemical Laboratory Zone
- Formulated Product Manufacturer Zone
That structure makes it easier to navigate. You can focus on the areas most relevant to your business without wading through stands that aren’t. And because it covers the full breadth of the chemicals supply chain, you’ll find raw material producers, distributors, specialist suppliers, process technology companies, compliance specialists and everything in between, all under one roof.
Best of all, it’s completely free to attend.
What’s on at the show?
CHEMUK offers a busy exhibition floor and a packed conference programme, and it’s worth making time for both.
If you’ve been meaning to review your ingredient or additive supply, explore alternative raw materials, or get a clearer picture of what’s available in the market, walking the exhibition floor (and visiting our stand) is an efficient way to do it. You can cover a lot of ground in a day.
The conference is also worth dipping in and out of. This year’s speaker programme includes key thought leaders from the industry. Sessions cover the issues that matter most to UK manufacturers right now, from REACH and UK REACH compliance to decarbonisation, digitalisation, safety and regulatory change.
The sessions are designed to give you practical takeaways, not just headline-level commentary.
So, if you’re trying to stay on top of where regulation is heading or want to understand how other manufacturers are approaching sustainability and efficiency, it’s a good place to be.
Why it’s worth making the trip
CHEMUK attracts a wide cross-section of the UK chemical and manufacturing industries to one place for two days. Whoever you need to talk to, there’s a good chance they’ll be there.
Here are five reasons to attend:
- It’s free. Registration costs nothing, which makes it one of the most accessible industry events on the calendar. All you’re investing is your time.
- You can meet potential new suppliers. With 600+ exhibitors across the five show zones, you can assess a supplier’s knowledge and capability in a face-to-face conversation.
- It’s a practical way to stay on top of regulation. The conference programme covers incoming regulatory changes in detail, which is useful whether you’re directly responsible for compliance or just need to understand the direction of travel.
- You’ll find new ingredients and technologies you weren’t looking for. Walking the floor, you’ll almost certainly come across ingredients, additives or technologies that weren’t on your radar, and some of them will be worth knowing about.
- The networking is valuable. CHEMUK brings together formulators, R&D teams, procurement leads, plant managers and technical specialists from across the industry. It’s a rare opportunity to have informal conversations with peers facing the same challenges you are.
Come and find us on stand F138
MegaChem UK works with manufacturers across a wide range of industries, including rubber, plastics, polyurethane & composites, adhesives & construction, food & beverage, paint & ink, homecare, I&I, and cosmetics & personal care. If you’re formulating or manufacturing in any of these sectors, there’s a good chance we’ve got something relevant to talk about.
Our team has deep technical knowledge across the ingredient and additive categories we work with, and we can support you on regulatory questions, supply chain challenges and sourcing strategy. We operate across 11 countries with an extensive global supplier network, which gives us real flexibility when it comes to sourcing, lead times and specification matching.
So, if you’re planning to visit the show, we’d love to see you on stand F138.
Whether you’re looking to qualify a new supplier, find an alternative to an ingredient that’s become harder to source, or have a conversation about where your supply chain could be working harder for you, we’ll be there to answer your questions.
Register now, it’s free
You can register for CHEMUK 2026 and get your free delegate ticket here. Registration is free, and we’d recommend doing it in advance so you can plan your time at the show. And if you’d like to arrange a meeting ahead of the event, or if you want to know more about what we’ll be discussing on our stand, get in touch with our team. We look forward to seeing you in Birmingham.
