PestTech 2025 – From Cradle to Grave

Kevin Lawrenson – CEO of the NPTA

 

My first PestTech from cradle to grave has now passed, and I am proud to say it has been a huge success. From the early planning stages right through to the final clear-down, it has been a privilege to see it all come together. What a fantastic day it turned out to be.

This year’s event was built around the industry, for the industry, and the feedback has been incredible. With over 1,400 people in attendance and more than 85 stands, PestTech 2025 was our biggest and most successful event yet. 

Based on the feedback received, we are already developing new ideas for PestTech 2026 to make it even better.

Throughout the day, many people took the time to come over and share positive words about the NPTA and the work we have done over the past 12 months. It genuinely means so much when people recognise that effort, passion and commitment. It is also incredibly pleasing to hear that, as an association, we are now seen as a credible and influential voice within the industry, something we have worked very hard to achieve.

I want to say a sincere thank you to everyone who attended, exhibited, or supported the event, and a special thank you to our main supporters Killgerm, Pelsis, Opti-Catch, Lodi UK and Syngenta. Your continued backing plays a vital role in making PestTech such a success.

I would also like to thank Donna Alvey for the work she does behind the scenes in pulling this event together, and Maxine, Mark, Duncan and Alex for everything they did on the day and in the lead-up to the event. A special thanks to Martyn Belcher and Sean Muller for managing the seminar sessions throughout the day, and to Jasmin and Sophie for their help and support on the stand. A further thank you to John Davison, Paul Burton and Neil Barnett for their continued support.

Finally, to everyone among the 1,400+ in attendance – thank you for giving up your time, or for allowing your teams to take time off the road to attend the event. Without you, PestTech would not be what it is.

We will not be resting on our laurels. Planning for PestTech 2026 and 2027 is already underway, along with a range of exciting new ideas and initiatives for the NPTA and its members. PestTech 2025 has set a high benchmark, and together we will make the next one even better.