National governing bodies reaffirm commitment to Saltex 2025

Grounds Management Association/Saltex

Saltex 2025, Europe’s cutting-edge sports turf, amenities and landscaping trade exhibition is set to take place on 12-13 November at the NEC Birmingham

Retail

22 October 2025

The UK’s leading National Governing Bodies (NGBs) of sport have once again pledged their support for Saltex 2025.

Europe’s cutting-edge sports turf, amenities and landscaping trade exhibition, taking place on 12-13 November 2025 at the NEC Birmingham.

Representatives from the Football Association, Football Foundation, England and Wales Cricket Board, Rugby Football Union and Rugby Football League will be actively involved in this year’s show, reinforcing Saltex’s role as a vital platform for the grounds management industry.

For over a decade, Saltex has enjoyed unwavering support from these NGBs who recognise the exhibition’s pivotal role in elevating the quality and safety of playing surfaces across the UK.

Their presence at the GMA Hub offers visitors direct access to expert advice and funding opportunities.

“Supporting Saltex ensures that community clubs and volunteers have the chance to find out about funding opportunities available to them through the Premier League, The FA and Government’s Football Foundation, and access to the best resources and knowledge in turf pitch management,” Chris Smith, head of programmes at the Football Foundation, said.

He added: “it’s also a good opportunity for the team at the Football Foundation to connect with industry experts who are working to improve the quality of grassroots facilities across the country.”

Organised by the Grounds Management Association (GMA), Saltex 2025 will feature hundreds of exhibitors, 65+ expert speakers and a robust Learning LIVE programme covering themes such as sustainable grounds management, innovation, funding and workforce development.

“Saltex is built around the needs of the industry. The continued support from NGBs reflects the importance of collaboration, built by the GMA, securing inward investment in powering progress across all levels of sport,” Geoff Webb, CEO of the GMA, stated.

Now in its eighth decade, Saltex remains Europe’s premier sports, amenities, landscaping, and turf exhibition.

With hundreds of brands showcasing products in three halls, across two days, at one location, Saltex is a must-attend event for everybody operating in, or supplying to, the grounds care sector.

It provides a great opportunity to meet industry colleagues and make new connections – building networks, knowledge and learning about new innovations.