Why participate D2M (Design to Manufacturing)?
D2M – Design to Manufacturing is a networking and demo event for the manufacturing industry in Belgium, organized in Kortrijk Xpo. It brings together the entire value chain: from industrial design and prototyping to advanced manufacturing and supply chain solutions.
The trade fair was created from the merger of Prototyping and MNE and grew into a leading platform for Industry 4.0, digitalization and smart manufacturing.
Visitors will discover the latest technologies through live demos in the central Machinery Zone, attend Expert Classes and make valuable contacts in an informal setting. The focus is on current challenges such as reshoring, automation, sustainable production and fast time-to-market. With more than 100 exhibitors and almost 2,000 visitors in recent editions, D2M is a must for anyone active in metal and plastic processing, mechanical engineering, electronics, engineering and industrial supply.
The event is biennial and alternates with Machineering, so that it perfectly responds to the needs of a rapidly evolving industry. D2M is a pure B2B trade fair, where decision-makers and innovators come together to shape the future of the manufacturing industry.
Themes
- Metal, plastic and composite processing
- Mechanical engineering, high-tech systems & mechatronics
- Industrial co-creation, design & product development
- Electronics, component construction & precision mechanics
- Engineering, automation & digital production
- Industrial Supply & Supply Chain Solutions
Target audience
D2M focuses on professionals from the manufacturing industry, such as designers, product developers, engineers, production and operations managers, machine builders, OEMs and suppliers. The event is intended for companies that want to optimize, digitize and future-proof their processes.
Getting there
D2M – Kortrijk Xpo is easily accessible via the E17 and E403, with ample parking options on site.
Kortrijk station is a short distance away, with bus connections to the Xpo site. International visitors can travel via Brussels Airport or Lille Airport, with train or shuttle services to Kortrijk.
Exhibitors and visitors
D2M attracted more than 1,800 visitors and 100+ technology suppliers in 2024, with a strong representation of decision-makers from the Benelux manufacturing industry. Visitors come to share knowledge, discover new technologies and forge partnerships, with a focus on Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing.
