IMHX is excited to welcome everyone back to the NEC in Birmingham from 9-11 September.
Since the last show in 2022, the industry has continued its voyage of discovery and evolution in a rapidly changing supply chain. Very recently I heard a respected practitioner define excellence in supply chain management as “very different in the future compared with the past” with traditional “excellence benchmarks” becoming rapidly outdated. I think IMHX2025 will showcase, that in many ways, the intralogistics and material handling sectors are on a similar journey.
This year’s event will have moved on significantly since the industry last gathered at the show in 2022. Momentum is a key word and to reflect that, I’m excited to see IMHX moving from triennial to biennial from 2025 onwards meaning the community will no longer have to wait three years for each edition.
This year’s show is all about bridging the gap between ideas and action. Whether it’s cutting-edge warehouse automation, smart software driven by artificial intelligence or the growing push for increased sustainability, the event will showcase how these trends are shaping day-to-day operations and transforming the logistics landscape for the better.
The conference programme will be a highlight for many. Visitors can expect thought-provoking keynotes from trusted experts, practical case studies and panel sessions tackling the big questions of the day. From harnessing AI and machine learning to navigating supply chain resilience and reducing carbon footprints, there’s something for every supply chain professional keen to stay ahead of the curve.
For those wanting to get hands-on with the latest technologies, the show floor will play host to more than 300 exhibitors. Expect to see the latest MHE solutions, automation systems, software platforms and data-driven innovations in action. You can’t beat the opportunity to spend some quality time investigating, testing and discussing it all in person, so do make time to explore.
A must-attend highlight of this year’s event is the Future Zone. Activated by SEC Group who will bring VR experiences to life immersing visitors in virtual worlds, the zone will bring together a curated selection of product demonstrations and technical expertise from other partners. Its focus is to provide operators, specifiers and warehouse decision-makers with insights into the technologies and strategies that are driving long-term operational resilience and commercial advantage.
This dedicated area will look at two pivotal themes: Future Energy showcasing alternative energy solutions; and Future Technology looking at warehouse optimisation, highlighting efficiency and carbon reduction strategies and innovative technologies transforming supply chains. The Future Zone will be hands-on with an engaging level of interactivity including immersive VR Demos and there will also be a speakers corner with regular bite-sized content to enjoy.
With pressure mounting on businesses to deliver on environmental commitments, the show’s dedicated sessions and exhibitors will shine a light on solid steps that operators can take to work more responsibly – and more profitably – in today’s climate-conscious world.
But above all, IMHX 2025 is about reconnecting. It’s about bringing together people, ideas and solutions to tackle shared challenges and build a stronger, smarter logistics sector. With so much to see, learn and take away, it’s an event that no one in the industry should miss.
As ever we’re grateful to be working collaboratively with many excellent associations including the event’s co-owners UKMHA and our thanks go to Rob Fisher and the team for fantastic input and ideas as always. IMHX is proud to sponsor the Archies Awards and we hope to see many of you on the evening of 10th September.
Finally, I’m a great believer in collaboration as an essential tool for creating greater outcomes for customers – so if you’d like to collaborate to enhance IMHX, please do get in touch.
See you there! – Chris Morley, Group Director, IMHX.
About IMHX The International Materials Handling Exhibition (IMHX) is the UK’s largest and longest-running event for the intralogistics, warehousing, and supply chain management industries. Register for your free ticket to attend IMHX via: tinyurl.com/2s4cne23 or scan the QR code below:
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