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Meet ESCATEC at Subcon 2026

Written by Neil Sharp | 28 May, 2026

Subcon is one of the UK's most important gathering points for OEMs looking to grow their network, stay on the pulse of the UK’s manufacturing industry, and find capable manufacturing partners.

From over 200 exhibitors to back-to-back seminars from some of the most knowledgeable industry players, Subcon promises two days filled with insights, learnings, networking opportunities, and the latest trends. This year, ESCATEC will be on the show floor — and we'd love you to stop by.

You'll find us at stand H58 in hall 3A. Whether you're evaluating a new EMS partner, exploring design for manufacture, or are simply curious about what modern contract electronics manufacturing looks like in 2026, our team will be ready and available for a genuine conversation.

The event is free to attend — simply register via the official Subcon website to secure your entrance.

How to get to Subcon 2026

Subcon 2026 is being held at Hall 3A in the Birmingham NEC. If you’re intending to drive, the SATNAV postcode is B40 1NT. The NEC is near junction 6 of the M42 motorway, adjacent to Birmingham Airport and Birmingham International Railway.

By car

The NEC has clear signposted links with the motorway network. M1, M6, M40 and M42. There is on-site parking with a regular bus service running from the car parks to the exhibition entrance.

By train

The NEC is served by Birmingham International station, which has a covered walkway directly to the venue.

By plane

Birmingham International Airport, conveniently located a few minutes from the NEC, offers scheduled flights to 34 national and international destinations.

By bus/coach

National Express and Megabus coach services run daily across the UK to Birmingham Airport. From Birmingham Airport, you can get to the NEC via the free air-rail link, which takes just 90 seconds and runs every two minutes.

For more information, visit the NEC’s website.

Visit ESCATEC at stand H58

ESCATEC is a contract electronics and manufacturing services partner with decades of experience supporting OEMs across demanding sectors, including medical devices, industrial machinery, and transportation solutions.

Here is why OEMs at Subcon make a point of visiting us:

  • End-to-end capability under one roof: From concept and NPI through PCBA, cable assembly, box build, test, and aftermarket support, you deal with one accountable partner rather than a patchwork of suppliers.
  • Design for eXcellence (DFX) expertise: Our engineers engage early in the product lifecycle to reduce risk, improve yield, and control costs before the first PCB is ever populated.
  • Supply chain resilience: ESCATEC operates a global manufacturing footprint, spanning Europe, Malaysia, and the US, giving OEMs genuine flexibility and redundancy in their supply chain.
  • Quality you can verify: We deliver quality that complies with globally recognised standards and regulations, in line with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 27001, ISO 14001, IATF 16949, and FDA regulations.
  • Sector-matched experience: We serve OEMs in medical, industrial, and transportation sectors; our account managers understand your regulatory and reliability requirements throughout project engagement.

Come visit us at stand H58 in Hall 3A to find out more about our end-to-end EMS capabilities, global facilities, and sector-specific expertise.

FAQs

1. Where is ESCATEC at Subcon 2026?

ESCATEC is exhibiting at stand H58 in hall 3A. The show takes place at the NEC, Birmingham, on the 3rd and 4th of June. Follow the Subcon directional signage inside the NEC to Hall 3A and look for stand H58.

2. What electronics manufacturing services does ESCATEC offer?

ESCATEC provides end-to-end contract electronics manufacturing services, including new product introduction (NPI), PCB assembly (PCBA), cable and harness assembly, full box build, functional testing, and post-production support. We also offer design for manufacture (DFM) reviews and engineering services.

3. Is it free to attend Subcon 2026?

Yes. Attendance at Subcon is free of charge. You can register on the official Subcon website to receive your badge in advance and skip queuing at the door.

4. Which sectors does ESCATEC specialise in?

ESCATEC has deep experience in medical devices, industrial machinery, electronics, and mechatronics, and transportation solutions. If your product operates in a regulated or reliability-critical environment, our team understands the quality and traceability standards involved. Explore ESCATEC's sector expertise →