Total commercial space allocated has now tipped over the 22,247 square metres mark achieved in 2014. James Selka DL, CEO of the MTA, which organises MACH on behalf of the industry, said: “MACH is a great barometer for judging the heath of the manufacturing industry in the UK. With six months to go before the exhibition takes place, reaching this milestone shows that confidence in the health of the industry is high. MACH is the best place to see the latest technological developments in action and to get business done.”

MACH showcases live working machinery and brings together the industry’s finest manufacturers over a range of technologies including milling, turning, metrology, additive manufacturing and tooling, to name but a few. With live demonstrations and a packed seminar programme the 2016 exhibition will undoubtedly be one of the highlights of the year.

David Atkinson, head of manufacturing at Lloyds Bank SME Commercial Banking says: “Supporting manufacturing businesses is a pivotal part of our commitment to driving the UK economy, so we are really pleased to be headline sponsors of MACH 2016.  The expansion of the show demonstrates confidence in the sector to invest in new technology to improve productivity, regardless of the headwinds in the worldwide economy that the sector faces into.”