Show week is here. This week, thousands of air quality, emissions and environmental professionals will come together at the NEC Birmingham for AQE Expo 2026, taking place alongside the wider ESS Expo on 16–17 September.
Across two days, AQE will bring together the people, ideas, technologies and expertise shaping the future of air quality and emissions management.
From expert-led sessions and the latest monitoring technologies to networking and opportunities to explore the wider environmental sector, there is plenty to see and do across the show.
Here are some of the moments you won't want to miss.
Hear from the experts shaping the future of air quality
The AQE speaker programme brings together regulators, policymakers, industry specialists and technical experts to tackle some of the biggest issues facing the sector right now.
Don't miss sessions covering the 2026 revision of ISO 14001, greenhouse gas compliance, indoor air quality, local government accountability and air pollution and public health, alongside a packed programme of technical and practical sessions.
Whether you're looking to understand upcoming regulatory changes, keep up with emerging challenges or take away practical ideas for your organisation, the AQE agenda is packed with insights to take back to work.
Explore the latest air quality and emissions technology
The AQE exhibition floor brings together 45+ specialist suppliers showcasing the latest products, technologies and services across the air quality and emissions sector.
Meet companies including Turnkey Instruments, AirSENCE, Cura Terrae, Nosmotech and NPL, and discover solutions covering everything from air monitoring and emissions reduction to odour, noise, dust management and ambient and indoor air quality.
It's a chance to see the technology in action, compare solutions, ask questions directly to suppliers and discover what's new across the market.
Don't just visit AQE – explore the wider ESS Expo
Your AQE ticket also gives you access to the wider ESS Expo, bringing together thousands more environmental professionals across the environmental services sector.
With seven events under one roof, you can explore everything from waste and recycling to water management, land remediation, decarbonisation and environmental monitoring.
Make time to explore the wider show floor, discover new suppliers and connect with professionals working across the wider environmental landscape.
Meet the industry at the EMMAs
The Environmental Monitoring & Measurement Achievement Awards (EMMAs) are another highlight of show week, celebrating the organisations and individuals making an impact across environmental monitoring and measurement.
It's a great opportunity to recognise the achievements happening across the sector and celebrate the people driving progress in air, water and land.
Make the most of your time at the NEC
With so much happening across two days, it's worth planning your visit before you arrive.
Check out the speaker agenda, explore the exhibitor list, identify the sessions you want to attend and make a note of the companies you want to meet.
Then, when you arrive, you'll be ready to make the most of every minute.
AQE Expo 2026 starts this week
The wait is almost over. AQE Expo 2026 takes place this Wednesday and Thursday at the NEC Birmingham, bringing the air quality and emissions community together for two days of insight, innovation and connection.
If you haven't registered yet, there's still time to join us.
Secure your free ticket today and make sure you're there for show week.
