Spanning more than 150,000m2 of exhibition space, Plantworx (13^th-15^th June 23, East of England Events Centre and Arena) will give visitors an opportunity to see some of the latest plant and machinery operating in ‘real’ construction site conditions, alongside compact/mid-range equipment, tools and services. Already over 170 companies have secured their stand space and 95% of the digging demonstration areas have been sold. An impressive 20% of exhibitors to Plantworx 2023 will be brand new to the event. Key OEMS sign up to exhibit Many of the key machinery OEMs have already confirmed their presence at the show, these include, Caterpillar, Hidromek, SMT (Volvo) Takeuchi, Sany, Sunward Europe, Liugong, Mecalac, John Deere, Avant, Kubota, Doosan and Bobcat and BOMAG.  Also expect to see attachment specialists Auger Torque and BPH Attachments, leading tiltrotator companies including Engcon, and Steelwrist. Handling and lifting specialist Manitou and Merlo have also confirmed alongside, remote control demolition experts, Brokk, which will be at the event showing the company’s latest demolition robots. The digital revolution The digital revolution is truly upon us and what started as a trickle has now become a flood of technology and connectivity companies coming to market.  Plantworx has already attracted a number of these businesses to exhibit in 2023 – these include, telematics specialists MachineMax, ABAX Telematics and Plant Tracking, and connectivity solutions company, Onwave. Plantworx will also be showing ‘the future of the connected site’, which will feature the latest in site ‘technology’. Leica Geosystems will be supporting this area in addition to taking stand space to show the latest in machine-control solution technologies. Machine control & safety Machine control and machine guidance will also be a big part of the show, these systems are now ‘the norm’ on the majority of site machinery whether factory or retrofitted – iDig 2D & 3D by Nasco Digtec will be demonstrating the very latest in dig technology. Xwatch Safety Solutions, who is a leading provider of safety solutions for construction machinery is a brand new exhibitor and is currently a market leader in the design and supply of height & slew control for excavators, rated capacity indicators.  James Fisher Prolec, also a leader in its field of site safety systems will be exhibiting its latest technology, as will award winning Spillard Safety Systems, who alongside showing sophisticated camera systems, will be demonstrating safety systems designed for the future of connected vehicle technology. Datatag through its work with CESAR recognised the issues of fuel theft and has taken up the challenge to develop a technological solution. The result is VENOM. A formulation of a unique forensic DNA and visible green dye which will be shown at Plantworx 2023. VENOM can be supplied to give a company an individual DNA identifier.  VENOM is mixable with Petrol, Diesel and HVO fuels. Datatag will also be showcasing its KIST Asset Management solution. Developed using MicroCESAR as a key equipment identifier KIST allows companies to keep track and manage vital equipment and vehicles via easy-to-use mobile and desktop applications. Simulation Zone Plantforce Rentals is bringing advanced simulation technology to Plantworx 2023. The state-of-the-art zone, located in the indoor arena, is back by popular demand, following its success at the 2019 event - the fully interactive construction Simulation Zone will promote virtual interactive training. All Plantworx visitors will be invited to participate in the Simulation Zone. Immersive training experts will be on hand to guide each participant through the virtual world of simulation technology.  Companies and contractors who would like to investigate this type of training are also invited to experience what the zone has to offer.   More space and opportunities for startup companies At Plantworx 2023 the availability of inside exhibition space has increased by up to 20%. This will also accommodate many of the new technology companies that have joined the sector since Plantworx 2019. A special offer has been designed to attract to ‘startup’ companies and emerging innovators with the Plantworx "Big Ideas” showcase concept. CEE (Construction Equipment Events) Director Rob Oliver said, “We are looking for ‘startup’ companies with products, technologies or services new to the construction industry – which can make a Big IMPACT on the sector -  which can improve efficiency, sustainability, safety or security. We are encouraging companies who think they fit the criteria to get in touch to discuss the discounted package.” The 2023 event is predicted to attract over 400 exhibitors from the world’s leading machine manufacturers, suppliers and service providers. Over the three-day event, visitors (a predicted 15000+) can expect to see the very latest in technological advancements and innovations which will impact the future of construction.  Plantworx – the Venue The CEA took the decision to host Plantworx once again at the East of England venue, following positive feedback from exhibitors and visitors who attended the 2019 event, which was deemed a resounding success. The permanent exhibition facilities offered by the East of England Arena provided the perfect platform for exhibitors to showcase their products, equipment and services – introducing the latest plant and technology to the UK construction industry. Visitors also applauded the Plantworx show’s new home, praising the ‘all weather’ venue as a ‘definite winner’, with its permanent walkways, good communication signals and wifi facilities – which allowed visitors to ‘do business – while doing business’! The show, which will be the ‘largest working’ event in 2023, is planning a comprehensive demonstration programme where exhibitors can put their machines through their paces in ‘real-site’ conditions. For details on stand space at the 2023 Plantworx event please contact Angela Spink, Plantworx Sales Manager angela.spink@plantworx.co.uk for further details. Visit www.plantworx.co.uk for more information about the event. A full exhibitor list can be found on the Plantworx website www.plantworx.co.uk Registration to attend the event (13-15 June 2023, at the East of England Arena and Events Centre, Peterborough) is now open – visit Plantworx-2023