The event, which takes place at the NEC Birmingham from 8-10 June 2010, is set to build on the successful 2009 show that saw visitor numbers up by 30%.
With capital expenditure still hard to fund or justify, more and more companies are looking to subcontract work – and UK companies have an unprecedented opportunity to win back work that has previously gone overseas.
“That is the great strength of Subcon,” commented event director Ron Cordeiro. “It is truly an international event that attracts the best subcontractors from around the world – which in turn attracts the top level sourcing teams from major OEMs. There has never been a better time for British subcontractors to make their case in a global market, and Subcon is the place to make it.”
He added: “The weak pound, falling batch sizes and rising transport costs are making UK subcontractors much more competitive compared to overseas suppliers. And when you add to that the flexibility, speed of response and clear communication channels they can offer that their competitors can't – it is clear that the business is there for the taking.”
Some of the leading British subcontractors that have re-booked for Subcon based on their success in 2009 include Manx Engineers, Bright Spark, Cirrus Laser, Arnold Engineering Plastics, DJJ Precision Engineering, Syspal, Axis Precision Engineering Components, Precision Engineering Pieces, JP Forrest, RSC, Responsive Engineering, Muller England, Presspart, Batten & Allen and Broxton.
New exhibitors for 2010 include large component specialist Stephenson Engineering and turning, milling and laser marking company WLR Engineering.
Subcon 2010
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