Furniture Component Expo 2026 returns to Telford on 11th & 12th March, proud to call itself the UK’s only dedicated showcase for the full furniture and bedding supply chain. The event will bring machinery, materials, components and services under one roof for two days of highly focused networking, buying and learning.
Set against the backdrop of a sector undergoing rapid change in sustainability, automation and design, the 2026 edition is shaping up to be the most ambitious yet, with a larger exhibitor line-up, international exhibitors and the launch of an Innovation Trail that will spotlight some of the most forward-thinking suppliers in the market.
BeA Group has confirmed as headline sponsor, with Carpenter Ltd returning as headline and registration sponsor, and Furniture & Joinery Production Magazine supporting the seminar theatre and drinks reception.
Growing exhibitor line-up
The expo continues to grow year on year, and 2026 will see 18 new exhibitors joining an already comprehensive cross-section of the industry, from foam and fillings to timber, components, logistics, machinery and fabrics.
Visitors walking the show floor can move seamlessly from specialist ply forming and woodworking at 3D Ply, through advanced cutting technologies from Assyst Bullmer, to polyurethane foam giants Carpenter, before exploring everything from springs and timber to labels, nonwovens and logistics in a single visit.
Among the many UK-based names, visitors will find long-established suppliers such as Fibreline, Peak Converters, Livedale Foam & Sundries, Wade Spring and Yorkshire Foam & Fibre, each bringing deep expertise in comfort components, foam conversion and spring technology to support both upholstery and bedding manufacturers.
The show also offers access to a wide ecosystem of essential partners, including SATRA Technology for testing and technical support, the Furniture Industry Research Association (FIRA) for standards and guidance, and the Furniture Industry Sustainability Programme (FISP) for independently certified sustainability best practice.
International reach and key sectors
The 2026 exhibitor list underlines the event’s growing international pull, with companies travelling from Turkey, Australia, Germany, Italy and Lithuania to connect with the UK and Irish markets.
Textile and fabric specialists such as Erdem Fabrics and Sebatex UK, both with strong Turkish manufacturing roots, will be joined by other global players across foams, nonwovens, machinery and components, giving visitors a genuinely international sourcing opportunity without leaving Telford.
Core sectors are all strongly represented, with exhibitors covering foam and fibre, timber and panel products, fasteners, fixings and adhesives, CAD/CAM and automated cutting, packaging, nonwovens, upholstery fabrics and logistics.
Visitors can explore solutions from companies like Ramsey Timber and Service Timber on the raw materials side, through to Plasfoils’ interior and exterior foils, Jet Press and FR Scott for fastenings, and Pronto Logistics for freight and warehousing support, enabling end-to-end supply chain conversations at stand level.
New Innovation Trail
New for 2026, the Innovation Trail, sponsored by Blum UK, will guide visitors to exhibitors who are pushing the boundaries of process, product or sustainability. Participating stands – including 3D Ply, Cordeks Nonwoven, Comfortex, Ramsey Timber, Carpenter, Mobus Fabrics, Plasfoils, Vita Group, Cirtex UK and Redwood-UK – will be clearly signposted on the floorplan, and marked on the carpet with “We’re in the Innovation Trail” floor stickers to make it easy for buyers and designers to build an innovation-focused route through the halls.
The Innovation Trail is designed to help visitors use their time more effectively, whether they are looking for greener material options, production efficiencies or value-adding surface and comfort technologies. With a mix of foam, timber, fabrics, nonwovens, finishing and circular solutions represented among the Innovation Trail exhibitors, the feature will encourage conversations that cut across traditional product silos and open up new collaboration opportunities.
Seminar theatre
Running alongside the exhibition, the seminar theatre programme will again deliver a curated mix of technical insight, regulatory updates, market intelligence and best practice case studies, giving design, production and leadership teams plenty of reasons to step away from the stands for an hour. Topics across previous editions have ranged from flammability and compliance to skills, exports and sustainability, and visitors in 2026 can expect similarly practical, business-focused content shaped around the challenges facing manufacturers and their suppliers.
A platform for the whole industry
As event organiser, the British Furniture Association will again use the show as a platform to support members and the wider sector through advice, advocacy and networking.
“Furniture Component Expo has quickly become a focal point in the calendar for UK furniture and bedding manufacturers, because it brings the entire supply chain together in a practical, business-first environment that is all about solving problems, discovering new ideas and building long-term relationships,” says British Furniture Association Managing Director, Phil Spademan.
“That sense of community runs throughout the show, from long-standing exhibitors who supported the launch edition through to the new companies coming in for 2026. For buyers, designers, production managers and owners, it offers a rare chance to step back from the day-to-day and benchmark suppliers, explore alternatives and sense-check future investment plans in one concentrated visit.”
Easy access to Telford
Telford International Centre’s central location makes attending straightforward for teams travelling from across the UK and Ireland. The venue is well connected by road and rail, with easy access from the M54 and within 15 minutes’ walk of the station, while a wide choice of hotels on and around the site makes it simple to turn a day visit into an overnight stay when needed.
On-site facilities are designed with trade visitors in mind, from catering through to business-friendly public spaces for informal meetings. Parking at Telford International Centre is free for Furniture Component Expo visitors, making it cost-effective for teams to travel by car and reducing friction for those bringing multiple colleagues to walk the show together.
Final details for visitors and exhibitors
With only a few remaining stands available, suppliers who want to be part of the 2026 edition are encouraged to move quickly. Prospective exhibitors can contact Sarah Green at the British Furniture Association via [email protected] or follow the stand enquiry links on fcexpo.co.uk to discuss availability and options.
For visitors, pre-registration is now open and strongly recommended to ensure faster entry on the day and to receive the latest show news in the run-up to the event. Free visitor registration can be completed online at https://eventdata.uk/Visitor/FurnitureComponentExpo2026.aspx?TrackingCode=FJPSPFeb, allowing attendees to plan their visit in advance and make the most of their time at Furniture Component Expo 2026.
