The UK’s regular PlantWorx construction machinery exhibition has been sold by the Construction Equipment Association (CEA) to the Nineteen Group.
Since the first show in 2013, it has been shaped by the CEA. PlantWorx is a hands-on event built around real machines, real demonstrations and a loyal community of manufacturers, contractors and plant hirers.
The final CEA-run edition took place in Newark in September 2025. The next PlantWorx will be held at Birmingham’s NEC on 22 –24 June 2027, led by event director Nick Davison.Nineteen Group says it intends to grow the event, while keeping its live demonstration spirit at the centre.
Peter Jones, CEO of Nineteen Group, said: “PlantWorx is a much-loved ‘real kit, real conditions’ show with a strong community and a clear purpose. We are delighted to welcome it to Nineteen. Our role is to invest, support and scale what already works whilst retaining the event’s DNA.”
Viki Bell, Chief Executive of the CEA, said: “PlantWorx has been part of the CEA’s story for more than a decade, and it has only ever been possible because of the brilliant team behind it and the industry that turns up, rain or shine, to support the show.
