If you're looking to break into the UK market, exhibiting at a trade show is a smart move.The UK is home to some of the largest and busiest trade shows in Europe, attracting thousands of international visitors each year. London’s ExCeL and Olympia, Birmingham’s NEC...
Motive Exhibitions is now officially part of the Made in Britain communityAs a growing UK business, we’ve always backed local talent and manufacturing. Joining Made in Britain is another step in supporting local industry and being part of a national movement that...
2025's All Energy Show is an opportunity to showcase your innovations and connect with decision-makersBut it’s not always easy to make an impact at large, busy exhibitions - especially if your product is technical, conceptual, or not something visitors can see and...
Smaller stands with bigger results: a strategic approach to the Dentistry ShowAt the Dentistry Show, over 9,000 dental professionals, including practice owners and specialists, will be on the lookout for the right kind of suppliers to connect with. And with 95% of...
The BIBA conference is the biggest event for UK insurance professionals.It’s a chance to meet, network, and do business with more than 9,500 attendees and over 220 exhibitors at Manchester Central. This makes it the biggest opportunity of the year for raising your...
At Motive Exhibitions, we’re always keeping an eye on what’s new and upcoming in exhibition stand trends. Last year, Ed Marshall, our Creative Director, nailed his predictions for 2024, spotting the rise of sustainable exhibition stands and the growing use of digital...
The ingredients to a great food and drink trade showAre you ready to connect with key buyers, elevate your brand presence, showcase innovative products, and secure face-to-face deals? A food and drink trade show is your go-to destination. Our team has done the...
We’re expanding our sponsorship commitment to this amazing local club.We’re proud to announce that we are now the stadium sponsors of Eaton Socon Football Club. For the 2024/2025 season, all Eaton Socon teams will play at the Motive Arena - a real honour for us as a...
Here are our recommendations for events and exhibitions to add to your events calendarWhile some industries wind down for the autumn and winter, the UK’s events and exhibitions sector ramps up! London is an exhibition hub all year round of course, but some of the...
Here are our recommendations for events and exhibitions to add to your 2024/25 events calendarThe UK’s events and exhibitions calendar is busiest in late autumn and early winter when exhibitors and visitors flock to city venues nationwide. Birmingham is no exception,...
How to create the perfect exhibition plan for event success.If you intend to exhibit in the next 4-6 months, you need to finalise your exhibition plan as soon as possible. Luckily for your events team, we’ve already done the hard work and outlined what needs to be...
We like to keep our fingers on the pulse when it comes to exhibition stand design trends. Since we started Motive Exhibitions, we’ve been on a mission to eliminate single-use exhibition stands in favour of sustainable designs. We’re big fans of using recycled...
Looking for 2025 exhibition stand trends?We like to keep our fingers on the pulse when it comes to exhibition stand industry trends. Last year, Motive Director Ed Marshall proved this by sharing his spookily accurate predictions for exhibition stand trends for 2023. ...
What is a custom exhibition stand build? A custom exhibition stand is a unique and personalised display stand that is specifically designed and built to meet the specific requirements of an individual exhibitor. A custom - or bespoke exhibition stand is usually...
Read on to discover our five top tips for maximising your event budget across an entire tradeshow calendar. If you exhibit several times a year, it can be a real drain on your budget. We see it all the time: businesses book multiple events with stands of all different...
get your free exhibition stand visual todayIs exhibition stand hire the best option for you?: The pros and cons and basically, everything you need to know The most common form of exhibition stand hire uses an easily assembled and disassembled modular system (or...
The thought of moving to a new exhibition stand designer might feel like a huge risk or a mountainous task not worth doing. Consequently, businesses and marketing teams would rather put up with all sorts of shoddy exhibition company behaviour rather than start again...
2023 Exhibition stand trends With the exhibition industry well and truly unlocked, we thought it was a good time to round up the exhibition stand trends we’ve seen emerging and what our predictions are for next year 1. Tactile natural materials High gloss looks great...
SME Cambridgeshire Business Award WinnersWe're SME Cambridgeshire Business Award Winners 13th October 2022. We joined other Cambridgeshire businesses for the Cambridge Independent SME Cambridgeshire Business Awards 2022 for a glittering awards ceremony at Cambridge...
Get your free exhibition stand design todayExhibition Booth Ideas: 10 Creative ConceptsWe spend a lot of time at exhibitions (well, that’s hardly surprising considering what we do!) so, we can tell you that 90% of exhibition booths look pretty much the same. They do...
Motive are finalists in the Cambridgeshire SME AwardsNot wanting to blow our own trumpet but… We are so proud that Motive are finalists in two categories in the Cambridge Independent SME Cambridgeshire Business Awards 2022! We have been shortlisted in the Business...
It is often assumed that if you exhibit, you must own the exhibition stand or that it can only be used once. In fact, there are lots of options including renting your exhibition stand - or exhibition booth and combining exhibition stand ownership with furniture...
Are you looking for creative exhibition stand design ideas and inspiration? You’ve come to the right place! From outdoor exhibition stands to large island exhibition stands; we’ve showcased some great examples with tips on how to make the most of your exhibition...
You’ve been given your brand's exhibition stand to manage. You’re aware you can hire an exhibition stand, but what’s best for you? Buy or hire your next exhibition stand? The main reasons you might choose to hire your next exhibition stand 1. You don't plan to exhibit...
Shell scheme stand or space only? What’s the difference and what’s best? It’s a question we get asked quite a bit. There is often confusion about the different types of exhibition stands and spaces you can book. So here’s the answer to end the confusion. What is a...
Are you poring over floor plans trying to work out what’s what after being schmoozed on a call with the exhibition sales team?There are so many different types of exhibition stands; it can be hard to know which type of stand and size is right for you and your...
If you are new to exhibiting or haven’t exhibited in a while – the biggest worry that you probably have is that no-one will come over to your stand and all the expense and preparation will have been for nothing.Don’t fret – they will! And to guarantee that you attract...
Complete A-Z Guide to Exhibition Stand Design We’ve explained every term, acronym and quirk relating to planning, designing and managing an exhibition stand design project.Complete A-Z Guide to Exhibition Stand Design The essential A-Z of exhibiting! We’ve explained...
get your free exhibition stand design todayLast August, InstallerSHOW announced it would be moving to Birmingham NEC from Coventry’s Ricoh Arena as it continues to grow and cement its place as an essential feature in the calendar for heating, plumbing, renewable...
get your free exhibition stand visual todayWhen it comes to bespoke exhibition stand design, the sky's the limit in terms of both budget and creativity. A bespoke exhibition stand is perfect if you are launching a new product or brand and want to create a buzz. It...
get your free exhibition stand visual todayplanning for a big trade show table of contents: Marketing plans Time budget A last-minute exhibition on your mind? We are often asked: ‘How far ahead should I start planning for a big trade show?’. For most businesses,...
Get your free exhibition stand design today11 Ways to attract a crowd to your exhibition standAre you worried no one will visit your stand when there is the lure of so many big, glitzy stands? Make it as easy as possible for prospects to visit your stand and engage...
The exhibition industry does not have a very good track record in environmental terms.Much of the materials used are not recyclable including single-use plastics or foamex. However, we believe that if we work together to address the problem, we can make changes for...
Are you ready to write the perfect exhibition stand brief? When you decide to exhibit, you will need to make some key decisions before you start the process of designing your exhibition stand. We’ve worked with growing SMEs, specialist brands and household names who...
get your free exhibition stand visual todayIt’s no secret that sustainability is an important issue for us at Motive Exhibitions and we make every effort to recycle, reconfigure and reuse as much equipment and materials as possible throughout the work we do for any...
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444There are many reasons why you should choose exhibition stand hire over buying outright. A reusable exhibition stand might be a great alternative to purchasing a stand for your purposes. The main benefit is that you don’t have...
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 4446 essential tips to make the most out of exhibiting at trade shows 1. pick the right show This sounds obvious right? But it's not always that easy. What’s the point of going to a show where none of your customers are? This...
We give you the pros and cons of each stand type so you can make the right choiceThere are so many different types of exhibition stands; it can be hard to know which type of stand is right for you and your company. Our guide gives you the lowdown on the different...
Organising an exhibition can be a daunting task with lots of elements requiring organisation simultaneouslyIf you haven’t exhibited before; you may be unsure where to start. Don’t worry, our 7-step guide on how make an exhibition stand checklist will give you...
It’s easy to think that the bigger the stand you have, the more you will stand out in grand exhibition halls. However, when it comes to exhibitions, that isn’t necessarily true. A small exhibition stand with friendly, well-designed with knowledgeable staff will...