英国伯明翰国际物流与运输展览会(IMHX)是英国及欧洲范围内最大规模的专业物流解决方案展览会之一，是国际物料运输专业展览会，三年一届，在英国伯明翰NEC展馆举办。此展会涵盖了物流系统及设备、车辆、仓储、运输、包装产品及服务等范围，是叉车及相关配件（包括电机、轮胎、零配件等）、仓储设备、仓储建设、货架、智能仓储及拣选系统、传输设备及系统、传动轴、起重设备及配件等企业的最佳展示平台。
IMHX展观众来自汽车，工程，食物和饮料，内部物流，地方和中央政府，后勤，制造业，物料搬运，制药，港口和海港，零售，存储，运输等行业，都是企业公司管理层首席执行官/董事长/业主，财务经理，项目经理，供应链经理，IT/通信管理，物流/配送/运输管理，业务发展，存储和仓储/物料搬运生产管理。
参展企业来自：接入设备，自动化系统，旋转木马，冷库，商用车，输送机，起重机和起重工具，地板和地板清洗，叉车及配件，健康和安全，内部物流解决方案，IT和跟踪系统，负载设备海湾，打包，托盘和码垛，港口装卸设备，货架和存储系统，招聘服务和培训，RFID，临时建筑，仓库设计，仓储，WMS（仓库管理系统），废物和回收，称重系统，工作服。
英国市场介绍：英国是欧洲第三大经济体，英国大小港口众多，其中100个为重要商业港口，有52个港口年吞吐量在100万吨以上，462家机场，年载客超过2.3亿人次。伯明翰是仅次于伦敦的英国第二大城市。在英格兰中部、伦敦至利物浦的铁路干线上。人口101.3万（1983）。面积208.8平方公里。附近城市密集，并有煤、铁资源。十二世纪已为重要商业城市，十六世纪起工业开始发展。现为英国主要制造业中心之一。工业部门繁多，以重工业为主。伯明翰位于全国高速公路网络的心脏地带，并设有国际机场及快捷的铁路服务， 20世纪60年代末期，英国组建了物流管理中心。开始以工业企业高级顾客委员形式出现，协助企业制定物流人才的培训计划，组织各类物流专业性的会议。到了20世纪70年代，正式组建了全英国管理协会，协会旨在提高物流管理的专业化程度，并提供一个相互交流的中心场所。由此，英国一再灌输综合性的物流理念，发展综合物流体制，全面规划物资的流通业务，强调为用户提供综合性的服务。英国多功能物流区的建立，对整个欧洲影响很大，也形成了英国综合性的物流体制。
展品范围(Show Products):
物料搬运设备：托盘车，叉车，伸式电动堆高机，起重机，货梯，运送机系统，高架式输送机，输送带，捆扎机，栈式存储器，第三方物流等；
仓储技术与设备：采样率转换器，手放式轻型货架，移动架，悬臂式货架，槽角架，塑料、蜂窝式和木托盘，涡轮增压机，仓库清洁设备，建筑体系设计、建造与安装等；
包装和捆扎设备：快递，货物和仓储运输的包装设备与材料等；
装卸技术：月台调整板，装卸踏板，装卸桥，散装材料、混杂货的装卸设备等；
运输配件：编制袋和航运袋，散装容器，滚筒，托盘和集装箱配件等；
自动识别和数据采集技术：条码打印机，条码扫瞄器，条码标签等；
追踪软件及解决方案：无线射频识别系统RFID，GPS，车辆追踪软件，存货控制方案，仓库管理系统等；
冷藏技术和设备：冷却机组，绝缘材料，气流冷冻器及其制造设备，冷藏室，室内通风装置，隔振器，温度控制和隔热技术与设备，冷藏和冷藏运输管理系统，追踪和识别系统，数据记录器，虫害防治系统，测力系统，前期工程建筑系统等；
安全管理系统：安全防护系统，防火和检测系统，闭路电视监控系统，备用电源解决方案等。
展会报告(Show Reports):
IMHX 2025, the UK’s premier logistics and supply chain exhibition, has concluded its highly anticipated event, marking another milestone in the industry’s evolution. Held from 9–11 September at the NEC Birmingham, the event brought together leading innovators, industry professionals, and global brands to showcase cutting-edge technologies and solutions shaping the future of logistics and materials handling.
The exhibition featured an impressive array of exhibitors who unveiled groundbreaking advancements in warehouse automation, forklift technology, and parcel handling solutions. Attendees were treated to live demonstrations of lithium-powered forklifts, integrated automation systems, and sustainable innovations that promise to redefine operational efficiency across the sector.
IMHX 2025 was not only a showcase of technological innovation but also a hub for thought leadership and collaboration. The event’s Conference Programme featured a stellar lineup of industry experts who delivered insightful sessions on key topics such as sustainability, digital transformation, and the future of supply chain resilience. Among the distinguished speakers were Rob Fisher, CEO of UKMHA and co-owner of the event; David Scheffrahn of Ocado Intelligent Technology; Ian Hepplewhite of Bentley Motors; Steven Timberlake of Infios; Dr Hendrik Reefke of Cranfield School of Management; Clare Bottle of UKWA; Laura Nelson of RTITB; and Dr Emma Philpott of IASME.
A standout feature of IMHX 2025 was the exciting new Future Zone, an immersive space designed to engage attendees with hands-on experiences and live demonstrations. Visitors had the opportunity to test cutting-edge equipment and technologies in real-world scenarios, participate in interactive workshops focused on operational efficiency and sustainability, and explore virtual reality simulations showcasing the future of warehouse design and logistics planning.
Meanwhile, the IMHXperience Zone highlighted next-generation sustainable logistics solutions, including autonomous vehicles, robotics, and AI-driven technologies. This dedicated area sparked conversations about how businesses can adapt to and leverage these advancements to drive efficiency and sustainability.
IMHX 2025 also celebrated notable achievements within the industry through the prestigious Archies Awards, which recognised outstanding contributions to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence in logistics and supply chain management. Winners of the Archies were honoured during a special ceremony, highlighting their commitment to driving the industry forward. The awards served as a testament to the creativity and dedication of organisations and individuals shaping the future of logistics.
Reflecting on the success of IMHX 2025, Chris Morley, Group Event Director of IMHX, expressed his gratitude to all attendees, exhibitors, and partners:
“IMHX 2025 has been an incredible celebration of innovation, collaboration, and progress in the logistics and supply chain industry. I want to personally thank everyone who joined us—whether as an exhibitor, sponsor, speaker, or visitor—for making this event such a success. Your enthusiasm and engagement have been truly inspiring. As we look ahead to IMHX 2027, I encourage everyone to continue driving innovation and thinking about how we can collectively shape the future of our industry. We can’t wait to welcome you back in two years’ time!”
IMHX 2025 reaffirmed its position as a cornerstone event for the logistics and supply chain community, setting the stage for continued innovation and growth. The next cycle of IMHX is already scheduled for 14–16 September 2027, promising even greater advancements and opportunities for the industry.
