When the largest manufacturing and supply chain trade event of 2026, MODEX, returns to Atlanta on April 13 it will include over 1,000 exhibitors from leading solution providers and a comprehensive Educational Conference focusing on best-in-class solutions for manufacturing and supply chain operations. MODEX 2026 exhibits will represent all segments of the material handling, logistics and transportation industry, from traditional, manual equipment to computerized, automated systems and smart, connected supply chain technologies and last mile logistics.

“Only MODEX, delivers face-to-face business interactions and immersive firsthand experiences with cutting-edge supply chain equipment, technology, and solutions,” says John Paxton, CEO, MHI. “The value of seeing and operating these solutions in-person, in-action on the exhibition floor, participating in informative educational sessions, and connecting with industry thought leaders and innovators is critical to taking your operations to the next level of excellence.”

“Supply chains are essential to global commerce.” says Daniel McKinnon, Chief Exhibitions Officer, MHI. “By experiencing the diverse range of solutions, engaging with industry-leading suppliers, and networking with peers, supply chain professionals can discover opportunities that will pave the way for their future success.”

MODEX 2026 Conference 

In addition to the exhibits, the MODEX Conference will include five keynotes and over 200 show floor educational sessions covering leading trends, best practices and state-of-the-art equipment and technology solutions that can make manufacturing and the entire supply chain work more resiliently, efficiently and profitably.

April 13 Keynote: Lessons Learned from the Supply Chain Front Line

Richard McPhail, CFO, The Home Depot

April 14 Keynote: Exponential AI Supply Chains: Transforming Logistics with AI and the ExO Methodology

Salim Ismail, Exponential Strategist, Founder & Chairman of OpenExO, Founding Executive Director of Singularity University, Former Yahoo VP

April 15 Keynote: A Conversation with a Racing Legend

Dale Earnhardt, Jr.

April 15 Keynote Panel: Preview of MHI 2026 Annual Industry Report

Moderators: John Paxton, CEO, MHI and Wanda Johnson, Technology Fellow, Deloitte Consulting LLP

April 15: MHI Industry Night with Jim Gaffigan

An exclusive event with food, drinks and entertainment by comedian Jim Gaffigan, where the MHI Innovation Award winners will be announced.

Women in the Supply Chain Industry Forum on April 13 at MODEX

MHI has partnered with Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association and the Warehousing, Education and Research Council (WERC) to bring an afternoon of discussion, education, and networking for women in our industry.

MHI Young Professionals Network Reception on April 13 at MODEX

This event provides attendees to network and connect with young professionals in the material handling and supply chain industry.

MODEX 2026 Student Day on April 15

MHI in partnership with Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC), College Industry Council on Material Handling Education (CICMHE), Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA) and the Material Handling Education Foundation (MHEFI) presents Student Day at MODEX. More than 400 students will have the opportunity to tour the exhibition and gain first-hand experiences of the latest supply chain technologies.

MODEX is the largest manufacturing and supply chain expo held 2026. The event will be held April 13-16 at Atlanta’s Georgia World Congress Center.

For more information on exhibiting or attending MODEX, visit modexshow.com.

About MHI

MHI is an international trade association that has represented the material handling, logistics and supply chain industry since 1945. MHI’s over 1,000 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 their members, the 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 and 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.