MODEX, the largest event for manufacturing and supply chain professionals in 2026, concluded its most successful edition to date, breaking records for attendance, exhibition, and global participation.
The 2026 event, sponsored by MHI, welcomed 50,000 registered visitors from every U.S. state and 132 countries, alongside 1,057 exhibitors covering 630,000 net square feet and representing all segments of the material handling, logistics and transportation industry, from traditional, manual equipment to digital, automated systems, robotics, AI-connected supply chain orchestration technologies and last-mile logistics.
MODEX attendees represented manufacturing and supply chain decision‑makers from the world’s largest enterprises including the Fortune 1000, the top 100 retailers and the top 100 consumer goods firms. The milestone turnout at MODEX 2026 underscores the growing importance of supply chain agility, innovation, and collaboration amidst the growing uncertainty in today’s global economy.
“This year’s show exceeded every expectation,” said John Paxton, CEO of MHI. “From groundbreaking product launches to standing‑room‑only educational sessions, the energy on the show floor reflected an industry that is rapidly evolving—and eager to connect, collaborate, and lead.”
A Hub for Innovation and Insight
The event featured 189 educational sessions including four keynote presentations from industry executives and thought leaders, and hands‑on demonstrations showcasing emerging technologies such as AI‑driven planning, warehouse automation, real‑time visibility platforms, and sustainable logistics solutions.
Attendees praised the show’s ability to blend strategic insight with practical, real‑world applications.
“The value of this event is unmatched,” said Daniel McKinnon, Chief Exhibitions Officer of MHI. “Attendees left with actionable ideas, new partners, and a clear view of what’s next for the supply chain industry.”
Driving Business Impact
In addition to thought leadership, MODEX delivered measurable business results. Exhibitors reported strong lead generation, high‑quality conversations with supply chain decision‑makers from the Fortune 500 and top retailers and consumer goods firms, as well as expanded international exposure, making the event a critical growth platform for equipment and technology providers.
The show also featured an Industry Night event with comedian Jim Gaffigan. That event featured the presentation of several awards including:
The 2026 MHI Innovation Awards
MHI also announced the recipient of the 2026 MHI StartUp Award during MHI Industry Night. The StartUp Award honors an emerging company selected from participants in the MODEX 2026 StartUp Pavilion, an area of the show floor dedicated to showcasing breakthrough supply chain technologies from early-stage innovators. This year’s StartUp Award winner is Fork Mule.
Looking Ahead
Building on this year’s momentum, MHI announced that MODEX will return to Atlanta’s Georgia World Congress Center on April 3-5, 2028, and launch a new MODEX West event to be held October 18-20, 2028, at the Las Vegas Convention Center with plans to expand programming, global partnerships, and interactive experiences. Information on both 2028 events will be launched on modexshow.com in the coming months.
ProMat 2027 will be held in Chicago’s McCormick Place from April 19-21, 2027. Information on that event can be found at promatshow.com.
For more information on MODEX, including the upcoming MODEX Digital Entry online event content, visit modexshow.com.
About MODEX
MODEX 2026 was held April 13-16, 2026, in Atlanta’s Georgia World Congress Center. Over 1,000 exhibitors will showcase their solutions on MODEX’s show floor totaling over 630,000 square feet of manufacturing and supply chain solutions. MODEX exhibits represented all segments of the material handling and supply chain logistics industry, from traditional manual equipment to computerized, automated systems, e-comm fulfillment, AI and last-mile logistics. MODEX 2026 will also feature a comprehensive educational conference including keynotes and show floor educational seminars led by industry experts and leading authorities.
About MHI
MHI is an international trade association that has represented the material handling, logistics and supply chain industry since 1945. MHI’s over 1,100 members include material handling and logistics equipment and systems manufacturers, integrators, consultants, workforce solution providers, publishers and third-party logistics providers. MHI offers education, networking and solution sourcing for members, members’ customers, and the industry as a whole through programming and events.
The association produces the ProMat and MODEX expositions that showcase the products and services of its member companies to educate manufacturing and supply chain professionals. The Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC) is a division of MHI and provides education and research to the warehousing, distribution, and logistics community.
