Day One of MACH 2018 draws positive reaction

The opening day of MACH 2018 has been deemed successful by Geoff Bryant, President of show owner and organiser MTA (the Manufacturing Technologies Association). As the doors opened at 9.00, a significant stream of visitors burst into the halls to experience the new-look MACH across six halls on the ‘atrium’ side of the NEC complex.

Following a week-long build-up, the stage was set for the largest event for the UK manufacturing sector, and the new single-space format drew praise from exhibitors and visitors alike.

“The feeling and buzz across the halls appeared to be very positive for a Monday,” reported Bryant. “Of course, this is the first time in this location, so we are not comparing like with like, but the feeling was very much one of even spread of visitors across the whole of the new layout, which of course was the prime reason we decided to relocate here.”

The number of working machines on display at MACH 2018 is approximately 10% greater than at the previous event, creating both interest and engagement. “We live in an industry where seeing is believing,” says Bryant. “The aim of every exhibitor is to get people in front of the kit they are offering, and working machinery is a compelling way to do that.”