Mecal at the FutureBuild 2026

Mecal recently hosted a stand at Futurebuild show held at ICC Sydney from 11 to 13 June, a three day event that brought together hundreds of exhibitors from across the manufacturing sector. The result was an energetic environment built around innovation and collaboration, and a valuable opportunity for the Mecal team to connect directly with the industry.

The real value of an event like this lies in the conversations that happen away from the script. Over the three days, the team met a wide range of professionals and listened closely to their needs, their concerns and their hopes for the future of manufacturing, technology and machinery.

Cultivating connections

The three days generated a number of strong leads that we are confident will develop into lasting business partnerships. Just as importantly, the event allowed us to begin new relationships and deepen existing ones. In this industry, trust is the foundation of every machine we install and every service we provide. Taking part in events like Futurebuild reflects both relevance and ambition, two qualities that matter as the Mecal brand continues to grow across Australia. Interest came from right across the show floor, a clear sign that the market is actively seeking high quality, efficient machine solutions.

The state of Australian manufacturing

Beyond the conversations at the stand, the team took time to walk the floor and speak with business owners about the issues shaping their work. Those discussions focused on the importance of domestic manufacturing and on how the growing volume of imported product is challenging local industries. These insights are genuinely useful and will help inform how Mecal positions its solutions in the months ahead.

We look forward to following up on these connections and to taking part in further industry events. We are especially keen to step onto the stage at upcoming opportunities to share perspectives on current challenges, advocate for local manufacturing and continue building Mecal's presence in the Australian market.