Exhibition Stand Information
Exhibition Floorplan
The mmc2027 exhibition will be located in the main exhibition space at Manchester Central, alongside posters, catering, and workshop rooms. If you are unable to access the floorplan below you can view a standalone version.
Please note that the floorplan will be updated on an ongoing basis
Exhibition Booking Opening Dates, Stand Costs, and Payment Plans
The RMS is pleased to announce the timeline for booking exhibition stands and additional sponsorship opportunities at the Microscience Microscopy Congress 2027 (mmc2027) incorporating EMAG 2027. A vibrant exhibition will be held alongside the conference programme which comprises of six parallel sessions. The exhibition will provide opportunities for companies to showcase their products and services and to connect with the microscopy community. More than 1000 delegates and visitors are expected to attend mmc2027 from the UK, Europe and further afield.
Booking Opening Dates
Stand bookings, tiered packages, commercial workshops and individual sponsorship opportunities will open on the following dates:
- Gold and Silver RMS Corporate Members booking 36sqm or more of stand space Monday 12 October 2026 at 14:00 BST.
- Gold and Silver RMS Corporate Members booking less than 36sqm Wednesday 14 October 2026 at 14:00 BST.
- Bronze RMS Corporate Members booking any amount Wednesday 21 October 2026 at 14:00 BST.
- All Companies booking any amount of stand space - Wednesday 4 November 2026 at 14:00 GMT.
- Additional sponsorship bookings including tiered packages Wednesday 18 November 2026 at 14:00 GMT.
If you are not already a Corporate Member but wish to apply in advance of submitting your booking, please contact [email protected].
Exhibition Stand costs/payment plan options detailing price per sqm and due dates
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Payment Plan |
Dates |
Deposit |
Balance |
Price per sqm ex VAT |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
12 Oct 26 - 31 Dec 26 |
20% |
Final balance Mar 27 |
£525.00 |
|
|
2 |
1 Jan 27 - 31 March 2027 |
20% |
Final balance Mar 27 for bookings in Jan & Feb or 30 days for bookings from Mar 27 onwards |
£560.00 |
|
| 3 | 1 Apr 27 - Event Start | Full Payment | £560.00 |
The exhibition stand cost includes:
- Basic shell scheme - white shell scheme stand which includes a fascia, ceiling grid, poles and panels. Please note that furniture is not included but can be ordered at an additional charge through the official stand contractor
- 1 x 500w power socket (all stands will include one 500w power socket for every 9 sqm booked, stand size rounded up) *. Additional power sockets can also be ordered at an additional charge through the electrical contractor
- 1 x fluorescent tube light (all stands will include one fluorescent for every 9 sqm booked, stand size rounded up)*
- Carpet (standard colour tbc)
- Unlimited Exhibition Stand Representative Tickets permitting access to the exhibition hall, poster area and commercial workshops
- 1 x Shared Company Conference Pass for every 9sqm of stand space booked. This allows access to the conference talks, and can be shared amongst registered staff
- Company logo with link to company URL included on the mmc2027 website and conference app
- Inclusion in the searchable company directory on the conference app
- Company listing with website link in the June infocus magazine, for bookings made by end of April 2027
- Post-event GDPR list of attendees who have approved sharing their details with participating companies
*Exhibition stands smaller than this will receive one socket and one light.
Booking an Exhibition Stand
When submitting your booking preferences, you will be asked to select your exhibition stand preferences (five required). Exhibition stands within a block can be selected individually or joined together to create a larger stand. If you wish to join blocks of exhibition stands together, please enquire before booking, as we are required to maintain lines of sight and traffic flow.
Please note that it will only be possible to book stands of 15 sqm or more as space only stands. Stands under 15 sqm are only available as shell scheme stands.
Additional Sponsorship Opportunities from the Sponsorship Prospectus
Companies who have booked an exhibition stand at mmc2027 will also have the chance to build on their presence both pre-event and during the event, by choosing from our range of tailored sponsorship opportunities. Whether you are looking for maximum visibility across the entire event or targeted brand exposure in specific areas, we have options to suit every budget.
All items are available on a first come, first served basis. Prices vary depending on exclusivity and placement.
For companies seeking maximum exposure and recognition, our tiered sponsorship packages provide the most comprehensive way to showcase your brand. Each package is designed to deliver strong visibility both before and during the event, ensuring your organisation is positioned as a leader within the microscopy community. From our headline Gold sponsorship to our entry-level Bronze option, these packages offer opportunities to align your company with innovation, reach a wide professional audience, and gain recognition across the event.
If you prefer to tailor your involvement, our individual sponsorship items allow you to target specific touchpoints of the exhibition. These opportunities are ideal for companies to create a lasting impression with attendees through branded materials.
Companies who have booked an exhibition stand at mmc2027 will also have the opportunity to build on their presence by choosing additional opportunities to enhance their exposure before and during the event. Opportunities will include company workshops, Conference App sponsorship, e-Newsletter sponsorship and much more.