MD&M South 2028
Event Date
April 19–20, 2028
Location
Charlotte, NC
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryMD&M South is a B2B advanced manufacturing trade show held in Charlotte, North Carolina. Organized by Informa Markets, it brings together six specialized yet interconnected sectors into a single event: MedTech, Automation, Packaging, Design & Manufacturing, Plastics, and Powder & Bulk Solids. The show is positioned as the Southeast's most comprehensive manufacturing event, letting attendees efficiently cover all aspects of the manufacturing process at one show.
The event draws a broad cross-section of the manufacturing industry, including design, project, packaging and plant engineers; owners and executive managers; R&D professionals; production and operations staff; quality-control experts; and purchasing professionals. Attendees come from leading companies across medical devices, life sciences, consumer goods, and industrial manufacturing.
Attending MD&M South means access to the latest technology across medtech, automation, plastics, packaging and processing, plus free expert-led education and curated networking with thousands of manufacturing professionals. Its Charlotte location taps into a strong regional manufacturing economy, making it a practical destination for engineers and buyers sourcing solutions for their next project.
Show Highlights
- Six integrated sectors under one roof: MedTech, Automation, Packaging, Design & Manufacturing, Plastics, and Powder & Bulk Solids.
- Free, expert-led education in show-floor theaters covering the industry's hottest topics, including Digital Health & Connected Care; Quality, Compliance & Regulatory Updates (QMSR, MDR/IVDR, FDA pathways, SaMD, cybersecurity); Automation & Smart Factory Innovation (Industry 4.0, digital twins, edge AI, sensors); Startup Innovation & Investment Trends; and Workforce Transformation & Skills of the Future.
- Keynote sessions and a full conference agenda.
- Networking experiences including a Welcome Reception, peer-to-peer networking sessions, an AI Photobooth, a Sustainability Zone, and a show-floor scavenger hunt.
- Live technology showcases where attendees can evaluate the latest components, machines, and equipment from leading suppliers.
Registration
Registration for the upcoming edition was not yet open at the time of research. Prospective attendees and exhibitors can register their interest via the "Save the Date" / registration-inquiry form on the official website to be notified when registration opens. Attendees typically purchase an expo pass that also grants access to the free show-floor education theaters. Exhibitors can begin the process through the "Reserve a Booth" section of the website.
History
MD&M (Medical Design & Manufacturing) South is part of Informa Markets' long-running MD&M and advanced manufacturing trade show portfolio. The 2026 edition marked a newly integrated format that unified six specialized sectors—medical devices, automation, design & manufacturing, plastics, packaging, and processing—into one comprehensive event, delivering the trusted value attendees expect while expanding opportunities for cross-sector collaboration. The show is held in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is described as the Southeast's most comprehensive advanced manufacturing event.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is MD&M South taking place?
MD&M South returns to the Charlotte Convention Center at 501 S College St, Charlotte, NC 28202, on April 19-20, 2028.
What industries does MD&M South cover?
The show unites six interconnected sectors in one event: MedTech, Automation, Packaging, Design & Manufacturing, Plastics, and Powder & Bulk Solids, covering all aspects of the manufacturing process.
Who should attend MD&M South?
It is designed for manufacturing professionals including design, project, packaging and plant engineers, executives and owners, R&D experts, production and operations staff, quality-control professionals, and purchasing buyers.
How do I register or exhibit at MD&M South?
You can register your interest through the Save the Date / registration-inquiry form on the official website to be notified when registration opens, and exhibitors can begin through the Reserve a Booth section of the site.
How do I get to the venue and where should I stay?
The Charlotte Convention Center is in Uptown Charlotte, accessible from I-85, I-77 and U.S. Highway 74, and reachable from the airport via CATS bus or the LYNX Blue Line. Discounted hotel rooms are available through onPeak, the show's only official hotel provider.
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