Visitor registration has opened for
EuroBLECH 2026, the world's leading exhibition for sheet metal working technology, which returns to the Hanover Exhibition Grounds from 20 to 23 October next year.
The 28th edition of the show will bring together manufacturers, suppliers and technology providers from across the sheet metal working value chain, offering visitors the opportunity to see new equipment in action, compare technologies and assess investment opportunities at first hand.
Organised under the theme 'For a Stronger Future - Smart & Sustainable Production', EuroBLECH 2026 will place a strong emphasis on technologies that help manufacturers improve productivity, reduce resource consumption, strengthen supply chains and increase production resilience.
The exhibition will span 15 technology sectors across eight halls and follows a successful 2024 event, which attracted 1,317 exhibitors and 38,946 visitors from 114 countries. According to organisers, 81% of visitors were involved in purchasing decisions, underlining the event's importance as a platform for investment planning and technology sourcing.
A wide range of major industry suppliers have already confirmed their participation, including Adige, AIDA, Amada, ArcelorMittal, Bodor, Bystronic, EAGLE, Ermaksan, LVD, Motofil, MVD, Prima Power, Salvagnini, TRUMPF, Valk Welding, Voortman and Yamazaki Mazak. They will be joined by companies showcasing solutions covering automation, tooling, forming, joining, surface technology, subcontracting and digital manufacturing.
Evelyn Warwick, Event Director for EuroBLECH on behalf of RX, said the exhibition has been designed to help manufacturers make better-informed technology purchasing decisions.
“Manufacturers have more choices than ever, but the real challenge is understanding which solutions will deliver the greatest value for their operations,” she said. “EuroBLECH 2026 brings the industry together so visitors can see solutions in action, compare approaches, speak directly with technical experts and make informed investment decisions based on their own production priorities.”
Several new features have been introduced to help visitors identify relevant technologies and suppliers more efficiently. The new Innovation Zone | Advanced Manufacturing will highlight products and solutions launched within the previous 12 months, providing a showcase for the latest developments in machinery, automation, smart manufacturing and tooling.
In addition, three specialist areas will make it easier for visitors to navigate the exhibition. These include the Job Shop & Subcontractors Market, the Tooling & Forming Solutions Spotlight and the Laser, CNC & Cutting Solutions Spotlight, each designed to connect manufacturers with specialist expertise and technology providers.
Guided Tours will also be available through the online ticket system. Led by industry experts, the tours will focus on key themes including Smart Manufacturing and Resource-Efficient Production, as well as market opportunities in sectors such as electronics, HVAC, aerospace and defence.
The EuroBLECH Awards and Award Trails will once again recognise innovation in smart and sustainable sheet metal working, helping visitors identify standout technologies across the exhibition.
The show's commitment to attracting new talent to manufacturing will continue through Careers Day on Friday 23 October. Students, apprentices and young professionals will be offered free admission and an opportunity to meet employers, explore career pathways and gain a greater understanding of opportunities within the sector. A revived visitor app will also be available to help attendees plan their visit, create personalised schedules and locate exhibitors.
Warwick said the combination of specialist zones, guided tours and digital tools would create a more focused visitor experience.
“EuroBLECH 2026 is designed to support a more focused and productive visitor experience,” she added. “From dedicated feature areas and guided routes to expert-led content and digital planning tools, visitors will have clearer ways to discover relevant solutions, understand key industry developments and connect with the suppliers shaping the future of sheet metal working.”
A new conference-style programme will debut at EuroBLECH 2026 on the NextGen Technology Stage in Hall 27. Included within the exhibition ticket, the programme will feature presentations and discussions covering subjects such as artificial intelligence, automation, sustainability, energy efficiency, circular manufacturing and workforce development.
Sessions will address practical challenges facing manufacturers, including how to extract value from smart manufacturing investments, where AI is delivering measurable benefits and how companies can reduce waste and energy consumption. Planned presentations include From Smart Factory Hype to Shopfloor Reality, AI in Sheet Metal Production: What Works, What Doesn't, What's Next and Energy Efficiency and the New Economics of Sheet Metal Production.
The event will also host BME Buyer Day on 22 October in partnership with Bundesverband Materialwirtschaft, Einkauf und Logistik (BME). The programme will focus on procurement and supply chain issues, covering topics such as purchasing KPIs, steel market developments, economic security, CBAM requirements and AI-supported product costing.
Organisers say early registration will give visitors access to exhibitor information, conference details and planning tools ahead of what is expected to be a busy four days in Hanover, helping manufacturers maximise the value of their visit while evaluating the technologies shaping the future of sheet metal production.
To register for EuroBLECH 2026 visit:
www.euroblech.com