The show’s second edition expands with more exhibitors, additional attractions – and prizes to win
Furniture Component Expo is expanding on the success of 2024’s debut, with a packed agenda of seminars, talks, additional attractions and new exhibitors.
The show’s one-stop-shop format allowed visitors to review and purchase products across the whole furniture supply chain from leading suppliers.
‘FCE 2025 is cementing its position as the industry event that is all about backing British furniture manufacturing. Following the success of our launch show last year, we’ve seen incredible momentum. This year, we achieved an 80% rebook rate – a clear testament to the value and ROI the exhibition delivers. We’ve also expanded the event, with 50% of exhibitors attending for the first time this year, drawn by the expo’s growing reputation and the tangible benefits it provides,’ says Phil Spademan, BFA md.
The seminar agenda is almost finalised and features talks on industry-critical topics including ESG, intellectual property, technology and health guidance. Sessions will also include Unravelling EU Policy & Regulations – sustainable product design, product labelling and digital passports.
The show will see the winners of BFA’s Future of Furniture Awards revealed at 4.30pm on the first day. These awards recognise projects and businesses that focus on sustainability and education, shining a spotlight on work around training and sustainability in the sector.
One person – nominated by their employer for going above and beyond to champion sustainability in the workplace – will also be named Future of Excellence Sustainability Champion. The awards’ judges include Amanda Moore, Achieve & Partners md and Tom Malkin, Planet Mark sustainable business manager.
‘FCE is made possible through the support of our sponsors, including headline sponsors BeA Group, Prima Tooling and Vita Group, along with registration sponsor Carpenter, which have recognised the value the event brings to the sector. The first show of its kind in the UK to bring specific focus to the supply side of the furniture industry, it is designed to meet the needs of large and small makers of furniture including beds, mattresses, cabinet and upholstery,’ says Spademan.
Visitors to Telford International Centre will be able to win in exhibitor competitions. Erdem Fabrics’ Guess the Fabric Weight will see delegates examine five samples and guess their weight (per metre) and composition. One winner a day will be able to order £500 of fabric. Isaac Lord is asking visitors to guess the number of biscuits in a drawer, with a prize of a £250 voucher. Anyone able to guess the distance covered by T-Nuts sold in 2024 by Jet Press can win a £150 Virgin Experience Days gift card, while leaving a business card with The Insert Company could see someone win a £50 Amazon voucher.
