SHANGHAI, Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 26th China International Industry Fair (CIIF 2026), Asia's premier industrial trade event, is officially scheduled to take place from October 12 to 16, 2026, at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). Established in 1999, CIIF has evolved into a global benchmark for the advanced manufacturing landscape, showcasing the entire industrial supply chain and driving international industrial cooperation. By seamlessly integrating high-end exhibitions, cross-border B2B trade, authoritative forums, and the prestigious CIIF Awards, the fair continues to serve as a vital platform for showcasing advanced manufacturing technologies and accelerating global industrial exchange.

Mapping the Future of the Smart Manufacturing Ecosystem

Spanning an expansive 300,000 square meters of exhibition space, CIIF 2026 is projected to convene over 3,000 exhibitors. The fair will showcase groundbreaking technologies, products, and turnkey solutions across 10 dedicated theme shows:

• Metalworking and CNC Machine Tool Show (MWCS)
• Industrial Automation Show (IAS)
• Robotics Show (RS)
• Energy Show (ES)
• Next-Gen Intelligent Manufacturing Show (AIMS)
• Future Transportation Industry Show (FTIS)
• Green Low-Carbon Show (GLCS)
• New Material Industry Show (NMIS)
• Scientific & Technological Innovation Show (STIS)
• IC Ecosystem Show (ICES)

Covering the entire industrial value chain, CIIF provides an unparalleled platform for technical exchange, global product debuts, and precision business matchmaking, further strengthening collaboration across the global manufacturing ecosystem.

Navigating Global Megatrends: Digitalization, Intelligence, and Green Transition

Amid an accelerating wave of technological revolution, the global manufacturing sector is undergoing a profound paradigm shift toward digital transformation, intelligent manufacturing, and sustainable, green development. Capitalizing on these megatrends, CIIF 2026 will bring together cutting-edge industrial innovations. Industry professionals and trade buyers will gain deep insights into the latest real-world applications of advanced manufacturing technologies across industrial production, energy utilization, digital infrastructure, and next-generation industries.

A Proven Hub for Global B2B Networking and Supply Chain Resilience

As an important platform for global industrial exchange and cooperation, CIIF consistently draws a highly international cohort of exhibitors and trade buyers. Demonstrating its massive global footprint, the 2025 edition (CIIF 2025) achieved exceptional scale:

• 3,011 exhibitors spanning 27 countries and regions.
• 186,290 professional trade visitors recorded, generating a total of 223,997 visits.
• International delegates representing 133 countries and regions, underscoring CIIF's pivotal role in driving cross-border trade and industrial resilience.

Driving Industry Discourse and Recognizing Excellence

Parallel to the exhibition floors, the highly anticipated CIIF Forums will return, bringing together visionary industry experts, academic thought leaders, and corporate executives. Discussions will center on high-impact tracks including digital empowerment, intelligent manufacturing, green transitions, and international trade dynamics. Concurrently, the rigorous, peer-reviewed CIIF Awards will continue to recognize breakthrough, influential industrial technologies and commercial products, fostering a culture of continuous innovation and global technological progress.

Visitor pre-registration for CIIF 2026 is now officially live. Industrial enterprises, professional buyers and industry professionals are cordially invited to gather in Shanghai this October to explore the latest industrial innovations, deepen business cooperation and shape the future of advanced manufacturing.

Secure your professional visitor pass today:

https://www.ciif-expo.cn/ciifVisitor/AudienceEn/ExchSelect?registrationCode=MKT-pr