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Exhibit at the UK's largest lab expo
The UK's leading exhibition for the future of lab development
Exhibiting at Lab Innovations gives laboratory suppliers direct access to scientists, lab managers, procurement teams and technical specialists sourcing new solutions. Companies generate qualified leads, demonstrate products and strengthen market visibility across research, manufacturing and regulated sectors, while exploring life science exhibitor opportunities in the UK.
What is Lab Innovations and how can it deliver?
The only UK event where the lab community comes together to shape the future of science
Lab Innovations is where laboratory suppliers meet an active audience of scientists, laboratory managers, procurement teams and technical specialists sourcing new solutions.
4,871
Laboratory Professionals
71%
Exhibitors rebooked onsite
1,758
Messages & meetings
Which decision-makers are attending to actively source laboratory solutions?
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Laboratory and scientific leaders Laboratory Directors, Chief Scientific Officers, Scientific Directors and Laboratory Managers responsible for laboratory strategy, capability, investment and technical performance.
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Procurement and commercial decision-makers Procurement Directors, Procurement Managers, Category Managers and Supply Chain Managers sourcing laboratory equipment, consumables, services and long-term supplier partnerships.
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Research, R&D and technical specialists R&D Directors, Principal Scientists, Research Scientists, Analytical Scientists and Technical Managers evaluating technologies that improve discovery, development, testing and production.
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Quality, testing and compliance professionals Quality Directors, Quality Managers, Quality Assurance Managers, Quality Control Managers and Compliance Managers assessing solutions that support reliable, compliant laboratory operations.
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Operations, digital and facilities teams Heads of Laboratory Operations, Automation Managers, Laboratory Informatics Managers, Facilities Managers and Engineers improving workflows, infrastructure, data use and operational efficiency.
who is exhibiting at lab innovations?
Join our exhibitors
Why do laboratory suppliers choose to exhibit here?
Boost your brand awareness
Your presence at Lab Innovations begins long before the doors open. From the moment you book, your brand is included in year-round marketing, PR activity and digital promotion.
This keeps you in front of our laboratory audience across multiple channels and helps you stay visible well beyond the two show days.
Connect with the right people
Lab Innovations attracts professionals with real purchasing influence, with the majority of attendees involved in or responsible for buying decisions within their organisations.
Because it is the UK’s only all-sector laboratory event, you are not limited to one niche – you meet buyers across biotech, pharma, academia and industry.
Save time (and budget!)
Instead of months of individual meetings, travel and separate demos, you can speak to a concentrated audience in just two days.
You can also capture leads digitally and measure performance clearly, which makes it easier to justify spend and track return once the event has finished.
Tailor your experience
Every business has different objectives, and exhibiting at Lab Innovations is built with that in mind.
Whether you want a simple shell scheme, a larger space-only stand or something more visible, you can choose the format that fits your plans and scale your presence accordingly.
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FAQs
Common questions
What can exhibiting at Lab Innovations deliver for my business?
Exhibiting helps suppliers meet laboratory buyers, demonstrate products, generate leads and build visibility across research, healthcare, testing, academia and industry. In 2025, Lab Innovations brought together 4,871 laboratory professionals and 219 suppliers, recording 1,758 messages and meetings across the event.
Which types of suppliers should exhibit at Lab Innovations?
Lab Innovations is relevant to suppliers of laboratory equipment, analytical and testing technology, consumables, automation, software, quality and compliance tools, safety products, sustainable technologies, laboratory design and technical services. It also supports organisations serving life sciences, healthcare, academia, food and drink, chemicals and industrial R&D.
Who will I meet at Lab Innovations exhibition in Birmingham?
The event brings together scientists, laboratory managers, procurement teams and technical specialists with purchasing influence. Buyers attend from biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, academia and industry, giving exhibitors access to conversations across research, healthcare, testing, quality and operational laboratory environments.
Is Lab Innovations relevant for life science and laboratory technology suppliers?
Lab Innovations is relevant for suppliers seeking to reach buyers across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, research, healthcare, academia and industry. These life science exhibitor opportunities UK businesses can use to demonstrate products, discuss technical requirements and understand buyer priorities across multiple laboratory sectors.
What return can I expect from a laboratory trade show stand?
Return depends on your objectives, stand format, pre-event promotion, sales follow-up and the quality of conversations generated. Lab Innovations supports measurement through digital lead capture and recorded meetings. In 2025, 71% of exhibitors rebooked onsite, indicating strong confidence in the event’s commercial value.
Where can I find Lab Innovations visitor data and the post-show report?
Download the Lab Innovations Post-Show Report here. It provides visitor numbers, sector breakdowns and engagement metrics, helping you assess audience fit and buyer activity before deciding whether to exhibit at Lab Innovations.
Where can I compare stand options, marketing support and packages?
The Stand Options page explains shell-scheme and space-only formats, plus additional furniture and fittings. The Why Exhibit page links to the exhibitor marketing suite, covering year-round marketing, PR and digital promotion designed to support visibility before, during and after the event.
How do I exhibit at Lab Innovations NEC Birmingham in 2026?
Submit a stand enquiry here or contact the event team to discuss objectives, location, stand format and marketing options. Lab Innovations takes place at NEC Birmingham on 4 and 5 November 2026, and the team can provide a tailored proposal for your preferred presence.
When and where does Lab Innovations take place?
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Venue details - NEC Birmingham, UKVenue details - NEC Birmingham, UK
4th & 5th November 2026
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Getting there - Train, car, bus, airport
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Parking - On-site, nearby, costs, pre-booking links
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Hotels nearby - Partner hotels
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Accessibility - Wheelchair access, assistance, dietary info
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