Our comprehensive guide to exhibiting at Solar & Storage Live UK 2025
Our comprehensive guide to exhibiting at Solar & Storage Live UK 2025
23 – 25 September 2025, NEC, Birmingham
Solar & Storage Live UK is the UK’s largest solar energy exhibition and the go-to event for the solar energy and storage sector. With industry leaders from residential, commercial, and large-scale utility projects, you can expect to see the very best in solar and storage innovations.
The 2025 show will take place on 23 and 25 September at the NEC, Birmingham. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or attending for the first time, here’s what you can expect from this exciting show.
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Solar & Storage Live UK 2025 is a must-attend event for anyone in the renewable energy sector. Hosted at the NEC Birmingham, this giant exhibition covers over 40,000 square metres across six halls – making it the perfect showcase for new solar products and innovations.
You can expect to meet leading industry manufacturers, suppliers, buyers, installers, distributors, property developers and landowners. You’ll find a host of training and practical demonstrations on offer, and talks from over 250+ speakers. With dedicated meet-up and recruitment zones, it’s the perfect opportunity to network with key decision-makers and get noticed.
Over 15,000 visitors attended Solar & Storage Live UK in 2024 – and 2025 looks to be even bigger and better. Industry leaders like Schneider Electric, Gridtec, Solartricity, Sungrow, Rolls Royce, and CATL are already on board.
Don’t miss your chance to join them.
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Attendees
Attendees come to evaluate or purchase products and solutions
What do you want to achieve at Solar & Storage Live? Start by setting yourself some clear goals for the event, then weigh up the potential returns and benefits against the cost of exhibiting. Floor space at the NEC can be pricey, so careful planning will help ensure you get value for money.
Remember to budget for floorspace as well as the exhibition stand itself. There’s no point in booking a large floor space if you don’t have the budget to fill it – so aim to strike a balance between size and content. Just remember – with a creative approach, even the smallest stands can be memorable.
Next, think about who you want to meet at the show. Whether it’s 50 quality leads or 10 key decision-makers, a clear target will keep you focused and help measure your success.
And finally, you need to put together a detailed stand brief. Whether you’re working with us or managing everything yourself, a clear, well-thought-out brief will help things run smoothly and ensure everyone is working towards the same vision.
We’ve helped all kinds of brands, large and small, bring their creative exhibition ideas to life. Our free guide to writing a stand brief will get you off to a great start. Download your free copy below.
Get your Solar & Storage Live UK plans off to a flying start with a strong stand brief.
“We’ve seen first-hand how varied spaces and stand designs can be at Solar & Storage Live UK.
“Our advice is that it’s not worth spending 90% of your budget on your space and leaving yourself with hardly any options on what you can do with your stand.
“Even the scales out; budget for a smaller stand which looks great, rather than going big on floor space for the sake of it.”
David Hennessy, Motive Exhibitions Managing Director
Whether you’re going to Solar & Storage Live UK 2025 to create a product suite or need a relaxed meeting space, our experienced team knows how to get you noticed.Every exhibition stand we create is completely bespoke and designed to attract your ideal customers.
We’ll work with you to create an inspiring, immersive and unique experience, fully tailored to your budget and needs.
Bring your Solar & Storage Live UK 2025 vision to life with a Motive Exhibitions stand.
Exhibition stand options for Solar & Storage Live UK 2025
The NEC is a modern and extensive exhibition venue and makes the perfect backdrop for any exhibition stand, big or small.
Scroll down for our recommended stand options at Solar & Storage Live UK 2025.
Bespoke exhibition stands are custom-built to meet specific brand requirements and business goals for a selected event.
They offer the creative flexibility and wide scope you need to make an impact at a bustling venue like The NEC.
Choose from single or double-decker stands, combine eye-catching graphics and props with your own products and let your creativity run wild to create a real showstopper.
Modular exhibition stands are great if you need a cost-effective, adaptable exhibition system.
They consist of many pieces that link together to create a seamless display and provide the ultimate in exhibiting flexibility without compromising on visual impact.
These budget-friendly options are a winner at a venue like the NEC, where floor space comes at a premium price.
Shell scheme are traditionally the smallest type of exhibition stand systems and are really cost-effective, ideal for pricier venues like the NEC Birmingham.
Even though they’re small, shell scheme stands can be just as effective as a bigger setup.
We’ve seen many eye-catching shell scheme designs attract as much attention as their larger counterparts. Your only limit is your imagination! And if this is your first foray to Solar & Storage Live UK 2025, a shell scheme stand could be the perfect solution.
Exhibition stand hire
Not ready to commit to a permanent stand? No problem!
Our exhibition stand hire service is a cost-effective and eco-friendly option, perfect for a show like Solar & Storage Live 2025, where sustainability is high on the agenda.
And whether you want to rent the whole stand or just a few key elements, we’ll help create something that works for you. You can even create a hybrid stand design by combining custom-made props and elements with hired off-the-shelf products. Hiring is cost-effective and sustainable – well worth considering if this is your first big show.
Can’t decide which stand option is best?
Everything you need to know about exhibiting at the NEC, Birmingham
Having built and dismantled many stands at the NEC, we know exactly what works best for this venue.
The NEC is one of the UK’s busiest exhibition halls, and over 600 businesses will be vying for attention at Solar & Storage Live 2025. Your stand location is really key – pitches near networking and presentation areas get the most visibility but also come at a cost.
Our top tip is booking floor space at the front of the halls (but not directly in front of the doors as people often rush by without stopping).
Pros of exhibiting at the NEC:
- Central UK location, making it easy to get to.
- All stands are on the main show floor, ideal for networking and increasing visibility.
- Attracts a large audience of potential customers.
- Can accommodate a variety of stand sizes, from large custom builds to smaller, flexible shell-scheme.
- Ideal venue for showcasing food demos, with plenty of room for trailers and large displays.
- Free parking for exhibitors and contractors during setup and teardown.
- Complimentary shuttle buses between the car parks and exhibition halls.
- Free visitor Wi-Fi.
- A wide range of hotels nearby to suit all budgets.
- Floor space can be expensive.
- The venue’s food and drink are priced at a premium.
- The traffic management system can be a hassle.
- It’s a popular venue, so you need to book early – especially for large or custom stands.
- There’s no on-site storage, so you’ll need to arrange separate storage for packing cases, equipment, etc.
- The venue doesn’t provide logistics equipment (trolleys, pump trucks, etc.). However, if you work with us, the project costs will cover all of this!
- Smaller stands can sometimes be overlooked in such a vast space. But don’t worry, with smart design and the right partner, you can still make a big impact.
Book now and we’ll take care of your stand at Solar & Storage Live!
The end-to-end process of working with Motive was seamless.
We needed them to do everything from designing and building the stand, setting up on day one, assisting throughout the show, dealing with the venue, and, most importantly, managing the budget.
And they managed everything. No problem was too big or small for them, and they were always on hand to support us.
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FAQs
Do you have any other clients exhibiting at Solar & Storage Live UK 2025?
We’re a familiar presence at Solar & Storage shows and many of our regular clients have already engaged us to design and build their stand for September 2025 at the NEC.
Having several stands at one venue means more hands on deck, extra tools, and project managers to ensure everything runs smoothly. And we know the venue inside and out.
What’s the cost of an exhibition stand?
The cost of your exhibition stand depends on several factors:
- The size of the floor space.
- Whether it’s for a one-off event or a longer-term investment that can be reused and reconfigured.
- Your goals for the exhibition.
- Whether you’re hiring or buying the stand.
We’ll always work closely with you to create a stand that fits your budget.
Is it easier to hire a stand?
It all depends on your goals. Here are some of the main reasons for hiring a stand:
- You’re new to exhibiting and want to try it out.
- You want to experiment with new ideas and concepts.
- You don’t have space to store a stand.
- You don’t exhibit enough to justify the cost of owning a stand.
- Different teams within the company exhibit regularly and need to update the stand’s graphics frequently.
- You’re seeking more sustainable ways to exhibit.
Our rule of thumb is that if you’re planning to exhibit over 3 times a year, it’s more cost-effective to own your stand.
What makes a bespoke exhibition stand effective?
A good custom exhibition stand showcases your brand’s values and is tailored to meet your business objectives for the event.
To get this right, we first need to understand your vision, which starts with a clear exhibition stand brief.
Can we hard-wire electrics on an exhibition stand?
The logistics of building electrics into a stand can be done, but requires some planning!
To showcase large products or items that need wiring at Solar & Storage Live UK 2025, you need to work with experienced exhibition stand builders like us. We can plan with you, manage the logistics, handle all the necessary paperwork, and ensure everything complies with health and safety regulations.
Motive Exhibitions, 3 Orion Court, Ambuscade Road, Colmworth Business Park, Eaton Socon, St. Neots, PE19 8YX
