Montreal Manufacturing Technology Show - MMTS 2028
Event Date
May 16–18, 2028
Location
Montreal, QC
Expected Exhibitors
200
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Montreal Manufacturing Technology Show (MMTS) is Québec's largest manufacturing technology event, produced by SME (the Society of Manufacturing Engineers). It serves as a premier platform for presenting cutting-edge advancements in manufacturing technology and promoting industry collaboration. The show floor is anchored in precision production technologies — CNC machining, tooling, EDM, welding, and metalworking systems — the technologies that power Québec's production environment — and expands through a consolidated Innovation Park aligned with the province's key growth sectors.
MMTS brings together key industries, including Aerospace, Transportation, Furniture & Fixtures, Agri-Food, and Energy. More than 4,000 manufacturing professionals attend from across Québec and Canada, representing the full spectrum of the industry — OEMs, technology providers, manufacturers, distributors, startups, and associations.
If modernization, productivity, or capital investment is on your agenda, MMTS is where Québec manufacturing decisions move forward. Attendees can evaluate live equipment, compare suppliers side-by-side, gain applied industry insight, and connect directly with Québec's manufacturing ecosystem — all in one focused environment.
Show Highlights
Technology-focused pavilions organize the show floor around Québec's production and growth sectors:
- Machine Tools & Tooling Pavilion — the core of the show floor, dedicated to CNC machining, tooling, EDM, welding, and metalworking systems evaluated live.
- Innovation Park — five focused technology pavilions covering high-growth sectors.
- RAPID + TCT Showcase — industrial additive manufacturing.
- Smart Manufacturing Experience — AI, robotics, IIoT, and cybersecurity.
- Aerospace & Defence ZONE — aerospace and defence technologies.
- CleanTech ZONE — sustainable and energy-efficient solutions.
- Discovery ZONE — emerging manufacturing innovators.
The event pairs its exhibitor floor with a robust educational program focused on AI, smart manufacturing, and advanced robotics and additive manufacturing.
Attendance
The most recent edition (MMTS 2026) reported the following figures: more than 4,000 manufacturing professionals and 200+ exhibitors. The show also highlighted 180 new products and 41 speakers at that edition.
Audience demographics reported by the organizer: 4,000+ manufacturing professionals across leadership, operations, engineering, and procurement, with 73% who influence purchasing decisions and 70% who attend with equipment budgets exceeding $20,000. MMTS 2024 witnessed a remarkable 40% increase in attendance, underscoring its expanding influence within Quebec's manufacturing sector.
Registration
Registration is handled online through the official MMTS website and its registration portal. All registrations include keynotes and exhibits, and MMTS is a business event. No one under the age of 18 will be admitted.
Exhibitors register their booth staff through the A2Z exhibitor portal. Prospective attendees and exhibitors can also use the "Join Us in 2028" inquiry form on the site to receive updates. Specific pass types and pricing for the 2028 edition had not been published at the time of research; check mmts.ca closer to the event for current registration details and deadlines.
History
MMTS is produced by SME, a non-profit organization committed to advancing the North American manufacturing community. The show is organized by SME Canada, a leading organization committed to promoting the manufacturing industry through education, networking, and resource development. For more than 30 years, Quebec's most comprehensive manufacturing event has been held in Montreal.
The show has grown steadily as a biennial event. MMTS 2024 witnessed a remarkable 40% increase in attendance, underscoring its expanding influence and significance within Quebec's manufacturing sector. The 2026 edition, held May 11–12 at the Palais des congrès de Montréal, drew more than 4,000 manufacturing professionals and 200+ exhibitors, reinforcing its position as Québec's largest manufacturing technology gathering.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: September 23, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is MMTS 2028 taking place?
MMTS 2028 will be held May 16–18, 2028, at the Palais des congrès de Montréal in Montréal, Québec. The venue is located at 201 Avenue Viger Ouest in the city's downtown Quartier international.
Who should attend MMTS?
MMTS is a business event for manufacturing professionals across leadership, operations, engineering, and procurement. It draws OEMs, technology providers, manufacturers, distributors, startups, and associations from across Québec and Canada. No one under the age of 18 will be admitted.
What industries and technologies are featured?
The show is anchored in CNC machining, tooling, EDM, welding, and metalworking, and expands through its Innovation Park pavilions covering additive manufacturing, smart manufacturing (AI, robotics, IIoT), aerospace and defence, cleantech, and emerging innovators. Key industries include aerospace, transportation, furniture and fixtures, agri-food, and energy.
How do I register for MMTS?
Registration is completed online through the official MMTS website (mmts.ca) and its registration portal. All registrations include keynotes and exhibits. Exhibitors register booth staff through the A2Z exhibitor portal.
How do I get to the venue and where can I park?
The Palais des congrès de Montréal is connected to the Place-d'Armes Metro station and served by buses 55 and 129. On-site underground parking is available, along with roughly 1,300 nearby spaces and 200 free outdoor bike parking spots.
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