What is the Retail Technology Show?

Retail is changing fast, and the pressure to adapt keeps growing. Retail Technology Show brings retailers and consumer brands together with the technology providers who can help them solve their biggest challenges.

Join us on 21–22 April 2027 at ExCeL London to explore solutions across AI, ecommerce, supply chain, customer experience and store operations, learn from retail leaders and make connections that move your business forward.


 

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Retail Technology Show

WHY IS TWO DAYS OUT OF THE BUSINESS WORTH IT?

The alternative is running the same evaluations across six months of separate supplier calls.

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The alternative is running the same evaluations across six months of separate supplier calls.

See the whole supplier market in one day

See the whole supplier market in one day

450+ exhibiting companies across payments, supply chain, loss prevention and store operations.

Compare suppliers in person instead of scheduling calls one at a time.

 

See the whole supplier market in one day

Hear from retail leaders on the record

125 speakers across six conference tracks in 2026, included in the free retailer pass.

Chief executives and chairs from M&S, Holland & Barrett, New Look and Sephora have all spoken or attended.

See the whole supplier market in one day

Meet peers at your level

The Retailers Lounge and the Access Members Club are open to senior retail and brand attendees only.

Both exist so that a day at the show is not spent being sold to.

See the whole supplier market in one day

Get out of the office and into stores

London Store Tours take small groups through flagship stores with a guide.

Workshops and roundtables run as closed sessions, and guided show tours cover the exhibition floor with a retail specialist.

Who actually attends, and how many are retailers?

15,000 retail professionals attended in April 2026.

Eleven buying functions

Attendees influence or make purchasing decisions across eleven functions.

IT
eCommerce
Payments
Marketing
Loss prevention
Finance
Supply chain
Profit protection
Operations
HR
Security
Retail Technology Show is a buying-committee event rather than an IT event, which is why a single stand can reach a whole evaluation team.

 

Registered job titles include

Chief Information Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Chief Marketing Officer
Chief Operating Officer
Chief Finance Officer
Customer Experience Director
Brand Director
Business Solutions Manager

 

Join 15,000 Retail Leaders From Top Brands Including

2026 Speakers - Learn From Retails Brightest Minds

Missed RTS 2026?

Here from our speakers... 

“It’s huge! People from all around the world are here, and retailers are talking about how it’s going to change their business. It really is quite exciting.”

Archie Norman
Chairman |  M&S

“The Retail Technology Show brings people together... The vibe is amazing, the world has shown up... It’s an incredible environment here and everyone connecting.”

Sarah Boyd
Managing Director, UK |  SEPHORA

“What a turnout... Wow I’m overwhelmed by the innovation... Every retailer should walk the floor, see what’s right for them and invest.”

Touker Suleyman
Owner & Chairman |  Hawes & Curtis

“It’s been really, really electric... A real buzz, the sessions have been full, everyone’s really engaged, and it makes for a really exciting show that people can get a lot out of.”

Dan Chasle
Chief Data Officer |  New Look

“It’s always good to be at places like this. Everyone’s talking about opportunities, everyone’s connecting. For me, the Retail Technology Show is inspiration!”

Mitchell Vergeer
Head of Retail |  Axel Arigato

“The show's amazing! So many stands, so many partners, so many new learnings... The future is here, so you've got to get yourself here.”

Anthony Houghton
Group CEO |  Holland & Barrett

2027 FEATURE SPONSORS

Interview Aisles:

Quick-fire conversations with some of retail’s most influential leaders, filmed on location in their natural environment, from shop floors to HQs.
Get sharp, authentic insights into leadership, innovation, and the realities of modern retail - all in just a few minutes. 
Stay tuned for future episodes!

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Retail Technology Show is FREE to attend for retailers, consumer brands and leisure and hospitality organisations. 

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Showcase your products and retail tech solutions in front of thousands of senior retailers and give your brand a competitive edge.