Utility Week Live 2026, the UK's only pan-utility exhibition

Utility Week Live, Europe's only pan-utility exhibition, is back for 2026 -
bigger and better than ever.

Utility Week Live will return to the NEC, Birmingham on 19-20 May 2026 (halls 17/18) with its biggest-ever content programme across seven stages, featuring more than 250 expert speakers.

Over two days, the exhibition will bring together 4,000+ energy and water professionals for cross-sector collaboration and award-winning content. The sector’s top leaders will tackle the industry’s biggest challenges. Hear from Zoë Yujnovich, Chief Executive, National Grid; Phil Jones, Chief Executive of Northern Powergrid; Mark Thurston, Chief Executive of Anglian Water; Jodie Giles, Programme Director - Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund Innovate UK; Heidi Mottram, Chief Executive of Northumbrian Water, and many others. It’s the only place where you can see this line-up of utility C-suite executives and senior leaders under one roof.

The exhibition brings together utilities, networks, regulators, solution providers and more in one place, with innovation zones and interactive programmes to provide practical insights and solutions to the sector’s biggest challenges, supported by over 200 exhibitors showcasing market-leading technologies and innovations.

UWL26 is your chance to connect, learn and take away actionable insights to deliver better outcomes for your customers. Don’t miss it.

SEE THE NEW CONTENT PROGRAMME

Action-packed theatres packed with live content, aimed at solving utilities' biggest challenges

250+

Expert speakers who will share actionable insights to help you navigate the most complex challenges

4,000

Utilities professionals ready for cross-sector collaboration, networking, and innovation

200+

Exhibitors showcasing the market's best technologies and solutions

"In 2026, we’ll be bringing even more energy and excitement to Utility Week Live, with a focus on innovation, collaboration, and the big themes shaping the sector’s future. We look forward to seeing you there."

James Wallin, Editor in Chief, Utility Week

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DON'T MISS TWO DAYS OF AWARD-WINNING CONTENT ACROSS 7 NEW STAGES

Where utility leaders meet national ambition. Hear from top executives, policymakers, and innovators who are shaping the future of essential services and tackling the industry's biggest challenges.

The Innovation Lounge is a new space that encourages open dialogue participation. This programme explores how utilities can support startups, scale solutions, apply AI, and speed up innovation across organisations.

A new stage tackling infrastructure delivery from planning to build, featuring policy updates, innovative technologies, and best practices for faster, more efficient, and sustainable water and energy projects.

The Customer and Communities Stage explores how utilities are improving service, supporting vulnerable consumers, and working with communities to drive fair, inclusive, and sustainable change. Learn how innovation is empowering customers and improving outcomes.

This stage highlights how data, digital solutions, and AI improve decision-making in utilities and transparency for customers. Explore the latest on open data, network efficiency, and digital technologies that maximise operations.

This stage champions nature-positive utilities, highlighting ecosystem restoration, biodiversity, and circular, low-carbon practices. Hear from pioneers in sustainable drainage, habitat restoration, and green gas, and learn how environmental resilience and performance align.

Hear from operators, retailers, aggregators, and tech innovators driving a decarbonised, decentralised, and resilient grid.

2026 will host the biggest line-up of utilities C-suite leaders in the show’s history, including CEOs from Northern Powergrid, Anglian Water, National Grid, Northumbrian Water, Ofgem, Sizewell C, and many more. Don't miss it!

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Did you know that if you work for a UK utility, you’re likely already a Utility Week member?

Register now for early access! Utility Week Members can enjoy exclusive at-show benefits and a VIP experience.

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MEET THE SPEAKERS

Take away actionable insights from more than 250 of the industry’s most effective leaders.

Speakers include Nigel Cann, Chief Executive, Sizewell C; Mark Thurston, Chief Executive, Anglian Water; Roch Cheroux, Chief Executive, Welsh Water; Juliet Davenport, Commissioner, Clean Power 2030 Advisory Commission; Chris Norbury, Chief Executive, E.on UK; Phil Jones, Chief Executive, Northern Powergrid; Angela Needle, Director of Strategy, Cadent Gas; Jo Dow, Chief Executive, Business Stream; Heidi Mottram, Chief Executive, Northumbrian Water; Helen Wakeham, Director of Water, EA; Jonathan Brearley, Chief Executive, Ofgem; Chris Walters, Interim Chief Executive, Ofwat; Rose Macfarlane, Water Strategy and Legislation, DEFRA; and many more.

It’s all free! New speakers, new stages and new sessions across the biggest programme to date.

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For over a decade, Utility Week Live has been the home of utilities innovation. This annual gathering is unmissable for anyone works in or collaborates with UK utilities

"This year, there will be even more opportunities for practical take aways, with a content programme that showcases a range of shovel-ready solutions, and focuses on the areas of the biggest need, including infrastructure delivery, digital utilities, energy flexibility, resilience and of course, innovation.” - Ellen Bennett, Managing Director, Utility Week

MEET THE EXHIBITORS

Take a look at the exhibitor line-up! They'll be showcasing the market’s leading technologies and solutions.

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The show floor will be packed with exciting new features and much-loved returning favourites!

By registering today, your ticket will include free access to show features!

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WHAT THE SECTOR SAYS ABOUT UWL

"This is THE utility event to attend in England - UWL gives you the broadest range of Utility industries, suppliers, digital partners and industry experts than any other event" - Exhibitor - Skewb
"Good networking, lots of insights, great way to meet potential suppliers or innovation partners and understand the main challenges faced by the industry" - Visitor - United Utilities
"It is a great networking opportunity with industry professionals and to see the latest innovation within utilities" - Exhibitor - Pipetech
"The only pan utility event where you can meet key players in the sector under one roof with good quality speakers and networking opportunities" - Visitor - Journey4
"The event itself is massively informative on all aspects for any utilities companies - however, the opportunity to engage, network and share with the professional and experienced people, teams and companies is even better" - Exhibitor - Southern Water
"Amazing networking opportunities, Good to see what is developing in the market & bumping in to old associates is brilliant!" - Visitor - Plexflow Renewables Ltd
"Fantastic event, the right visitors attending and a lot of quality engagement" - Exhibitor - Murphy Geospatial
"Incredible opportunity to network and to engage with the most important current and immediate future trends and decision makers" - Visitor - Capgemini
"Great for getting new business and explain what you actually do as a company to people who have thought about getting certain services but was never really sure how it could be implemented within their business" - Exhibitor - Team UAV
"It is a fabulous opportunity to network with other businesses in the utilities industry or working closely with the utilities industry to share best practice to improve our utilities as a nation" - Visitor - Virgin Media O2

Exhibiting or sponsoring has never been easier. Here's how you can get involved

There are many ways your business can get involved in next year's show; demonstrating thought leadership by taking a speaking slot, increasing brand awareness by sponsoring, and generating leads and new contacts by taking a stand. See all packages in the new brochure.

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MEET THE 2026 ADVISORY BOARD

Composed of fourteen top executives and thought leaders from across water, gas and power, the board will guide the exhibition’s strategic direction, ensuring that it continues to reflect cutting-edge trends, innovations, and the challenges facing the industry today.