FAQs

Welcome to the Multimodal FAQ portal, where you'll find clear and concise answers to the most common questions we receive.

We’re here to provide you with the information you need, ensuring every detail is easy to understand and access. Whether you’re seeking insights into visiting or exhibiting this is your go-to resource for reliable guidance.

Multimodal is a trade event dedicated to anyone who works in the supply chain, trucking and logistics industries. We celebrate logistics in all its forms. Entry is free of charge.

Multimodal will take place in Hall 4 at the NEC Birmingham on Tuesday 30th June to Thursday 2nd July.

Tuesday – 10.00 am to 5.00 pm

Wednesday - 10.00 am to 7.00 pm (free networking event - Multimodal Mixer from 5.00 – 7.00 pm)

Thursday – 10.00 am to 3.00 pm

Yes, Multimodal is free to attend as are all the conference sessions and the Multimodal Mixer networking event on the second evening.

Click here to get your free entry to Multimodal 2026.

Once you have registered for your free pass, you will be sent an email confirming your registration and details on how to download your printable e-badge. We recommend printing your badge in advance to save having to queue on the day.

Not a problem - just head to the registration desk situated at the main entrances of Hall 4. The registration staff will then locate your details and issue you with your visitor badge.

Yes, if you have not pre-registered, you can register on arrival. It is far easier to pre-register in advance and download your e-badge, which will save you from queueing to complete your full registration upon arrival.

Yes, there is parking at the NEC. To find out more, click here

An exhibitor list is available here

Find out all the ways to get to Multimodal here

Select from a range of hotels via our official partner, Eventbeds and enjoy discounted rates.

Multimodal is a trade show and children under the age of 16 are not permitted. There are no creche or childminding facilities at the venue so please do not bring children or babies.

Students aged 16+ will be allowed to enter the exhibition with prior permission from the organiser and as a chaperoned group. Students under the age of 16 years are not permitted. Please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you wish to bring a student group.

The venue is suitable for wheelchair access. There is disabled car parking opposite the hall entrance near Hall 5 and you must display a blue badge to park in this area. For more information about disabled access, please view the NEC website.

There is a cloakroom adjacent to Hall 4 where visitors can store bags, coats and luggage. Overnight storage is not available.

There are restaurants open during the shows within Hall 4. In addition, the Piazza area outside Halls 4 and 5 offer several restaurants and snack outlets.

Visitors to the NEC can connect to free wifi across the venue.

The NEC has a Multi-Faith Prayer Room available for prayer, reflection or meditation - located in the Piazza (Halls 1-5) next to the chaplaincy office (by Subway). It has a washing facility, prayer mats, holy books and other resources for prayer which have been donated by representatives of local faiths.

Download the exhibitor brochure and a member of the sales team will be in touch soon.

The Awards take place on the first evening of Multimodal in The Vox at Resorts World. Find out more here.

The Mixer will take place in Hall 4 on Wednesday 1st July 2025 from 17.00 to 19.00 and is free for everyone to attend. Find out more here.

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We do not provide Visa letters to visitors to the events.

A Visa Support Letter will ONLY be issued to SPEAKERS and EXHIBITORS who have been invited by the Multimodal team, or who have paid their exhibition registration fee in full. Please reach out to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

If you need a visa to attend Multimodal, it is essential that you begin the application process as soon as possible in order for you obtain your visa in time for the show.

You must submit your own application to the relevant authority and follow up accordingly. Multimodal is unable to follow up on your application on your behalf or enter into direct correspondence with consulates.

Once we have confirmed receipt of payment from the proposed attendee, we will need the full name, nationality, passport number, issue and expiry date, date of birth and full company name and postal address. Only then can we issue a Visa Support Letter. The Visa Support Letter will confirm the event title, date and location. It will not imply any undertaking to provide funding nor act as a financial guarantee for your stay in the UK. Multimodal reserve the right not to issue a Visa Support Letter in certain cases even if the above conditions have been met. Exhibition Fees will not be refunded in the case of a Visa not being obtained.