CHS Manchester is set to make its debut with a strong and diverse exhibitor line-up, bringing together leading hotel groups, venues, destinations and specialist event suppliers under one roof. The inaugural event is designed to help event organisers navigate tighter budgets, changing delegate expectations and the growing demand to deliver high-quality experiences more efficiently.
As event planners continue to seek greater value, fresh ideas and reliable industry partnerships, CHS Manchester will provide a dedicated platform for visitors to discover new suppliers, compare venues and services, and connect directly with leading names across the business events industry.
Leading Hotel Brands to Feature at CHS Manchester
The inaugural CHS Manchester exhibition will welcome a selection of internationally recognised hotel brands. Major hospitality names including IHG Hotels & Resorts, Hilton, Marriott Hotels UK, Meliá Hotels International, Treehouse Hotels and Dakota Hotels are among the exhibitors confirmed to participate.
Their presence will give event planners an opportunity to explore accommodation options, meeting facilities and hospitality solutions while building relationships with representatives from some of the world’s best-known hotel groups.
With corporate events, conferences and incentives continuing to evolve, the participation of major hotel brands is expected to add significant value to the show and provide planners with a broad range of options for future events.
Iconic Venues Join the Inaugural Exhibition
Alongside leading hotel groups, CHS Manchester will feature a range of distinctive venues capable of hosting conferences, meetings, exhibitions, corporate gatherings and other business events.
Among the confirmed venues are Allianz Stadium, Magna, ODEON, The Jockey Club Venues and Renaissance at Kelham Hall. Their participation highlights the wide variety of event spaces available across the UK, from major sporting and entertainment destinations to unique conference and hospitality venues.
For planners looking for memorable locations and flexible event solutions, the exhibition will provide an opportunity to discover venues that can match different event formats, delegate requirements and budgets.
Destinations Showcase Regional Event Opportunities
Destination marketing organisations will also have a key presence at CHS Manchester, giving visitors the opportunity to explore what different UK regions can offer the meetings and events sector.
Destination Milton Keynes and West Midlands Growth Company will showcase their respective destinations, highlighting regional infrastructure, venues, accommodation and business event opportunities.
Destination partners are increasingly important to event organisers as planners look beyond individual venues to assess the wider visitor experience, accessibility, local attractions and the overall value a destination can provide.
Specialist Event Suppliers Strengthen Exhibitor Mix
The exhibitor line-up extends beyond hotels, venues and destinations, with a selection of specialist organisations representing the broader events ecosystem.
Confirmed participants include Conference Works, Sterling Event Group, Bright Vision, Venues of Excellence, Axxiom Hospitality, Kingfisher Hospitality, RBH Hospitality Management, Manchester Metropolitan University, Legends and Mad Swans.
The diverse exhibitor profile is intended to reflect the changing requirements of today’s event planners, who increasingly need to source multiple services and solutions while maintaining quality, creativity and cost efficiency.
By bringing different areas of the events supply chain together, CHS Manchester aims to create an environment where planners can have productive conversations and establish connections that continue well beyond the show.
CHS Manchester Responds to Changing Planner Needs
Emma King, CEO of CHS Manchester, highlighted the strong level of interest among visitors ahead of the inaugural event.
“There is a real energy coming from our visitor community ahead of CHSA Manchester this year. They have events to fulfil, they want to do business, and they’re coming to the show to get things done,” she said.
King added that the event has brought together exhibitors, industry professionals and personalities capable of meeting the expectations of planners while helping generate fresh momentum across the sector.
Her comments underline the business-focused approach of CHS Manchester, with the event positioned not simply as a traditional exhibition but as a meeting point for event professionals looking to source suppliers, explore opportunities and conduct business.
Education and Networking Take Centre Stage
Beyond the exhibition floor, visitors will have access to an extensive education programme and a range of networking opportunities developed in collaboration with leading industry partners.
Organisations including NOWIE, beam, mia, SITE, Fast Forward 15 and Evolve will contribute to the event programme, helping create opportunities for learning, knowledge sharing and professional development.
The combination of exhibition, education and networking is expected to make CHS Manchester a valuable meeting point for event professionals seeking practical insights as well as new business connections.
A New Platform for the UK Events Industry
The launch of CHS Manchester comes at a time when the events industry is adapting to significant changes in how meetings, conferences and corporate experiences are planned and delivered.
Event organisers are under increasing pressure to demonstrate value, manage budgets carefully and meet the expectations of delegates who want engaging and memorable experiences. At the same time, planners need access to trusted suppliers who can offer flexibility, creativity and solutions tailored to individual event requirements.
By bringing together hotel groups, venues, destinations and specialist suppliers, CHS Manchester is creating a platform where these requirements can be addressed directly.
CHS Manchester Set to Create New Business Opportunities
The breadth of the exhibitor line-up is expected to be one of the key attractions of the inaugural CHS Manchester. From global hospitality companies and major venues to destination organisations and specialist event suppliers, the show will offer planners a broad marketplace to explore.
For exhibitors, the event provides an opportunity to meet event buyers and decision-makers in person, showcase their latest offerings and develop new commercial relationships. For visitors, it offers a focused environment to research suppliers, discover venues and identify ideas that can support their upcoming events.
As the inaugural edition approaches, CHS Manchester is positioning itself as a new destination for business events professionals looking to connect, learn, source and do business.
With a strong exhibitor line-up, an extensive education programme and dedicated networking opportunities, the event is expected to bring together a broad cross-section of the UK’s meetings and events community and establish a new platform for industry collaboration.
