The best kept secret in science

The UK’s largest annual B2B event dedicated to the entire chemicals sector, from chemicals to process engineering and formulated products, will bring together the leading companies and professionals at the NEC, Birmingham, on May 20 and 21, 2026. ChemUK welcomes everyone from research officers and technicians to lab managers, quality control officers and more to come together and do business in person. To secure your ticket for the networking event of the year, register for free on the expo’s website.

ChemUK is backed by key partners from across the sector, including the British Chemicals Association, British Coatings Federation, Chemical Business Association, Chemicals Northwest, Health and Safety Executive, Innovate UK, Institute of Chemical Engineers and Royal Society of Chemistry. The event is also supported by the UK Government through the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and the Home Office.

Therefore, no matter where you fit into the chemicals industry landscape, the best of the business are on hand to help solve challenges, drive innovation and build the connections that drive success.

ChemUK brings together over 600 specialist exhibitors and more than 100 speakers, with the show itself split into five zones packed with industry-leading exhibitors ready to connect and collaborate both on current operational needs and future challenges.

In the Chemicals Supply zone, visitors will find specialist chemical manufacturers and distributors; the Chemical management zone is home to providers of chemical supply chain products, services and equipment; the Process & Chemical Engineering zone will showcase the latest in process, plant, control and safety engineering; and the Chemical Laboratory zone will feature suppliers of laboratory chemicals and specialist lab equipment.

Returning this year after its successful debut last year is the Formulated Product Manufacturer zone, an area dedicated to manufacturers of formulated products, such as coatings, adhesives and cleaning products. This zone is the place to be for connecting formulated product brand owners and retailers with specialist ingredient, contract manufacturing, logistics, packing and fulfilment partners.

The conference programme features industry-leading speakers from across the industrial landscape covering the hottest topics of the day. New this year, the programme also includes debates, where opposing views and evidence can be shared on challenging subjects like what the future of sustainability in the chemical industries looks like. These are sure to be must-attend events for visitors to the show.

New show organiser Easyfairs is building on the success of previous years by introducing a dedicated matchmaking app to facilitate increased networking opportunities and, to further support this, is adding new meeting areas across the show floor.

“ChemUK is the best kept secret in science, offering something for everyone no matter where they work in the chemical supply chain,” explained Eleanor Gravette, marketing manager for ChemUK. “Whether you are sourcing critical inputs, increasing production efficiency, reviewing safety solutions or investigating cutting-edge green chemistry, ChemUK can connect you directly with the partners and technologies to help you drive success in your field.”

Secure your ticket and view all the up-to-date show details on ChemUK’s website.