26th China International Industry Fair to Open in October 2026

SHANGHAI, Sept. 3, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- The 26th China International Industry Fair (CIIF 2026) is set to open its doors from October 12 to 16, 2026, at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). This premier industrial trade event, established in 1999, has grown into a global benchmark for advanced manufacturing, boasting an expansive 300,000 square meters of exhibition space. CIIF 2026 is expected to attract over 3,000 exhibitors, showcasing a wide array of cutting-edge technologies and products.

Spanning ten dedicated theme shows, CIIF 2026 will feature: - 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)

This diverse array of shows underscores CIIF’s commitment to covering the entire industrial value chain, providing an unparalleled platform for technical exchange, global product debuts, and business matchmaking. The fair aims to strengthen collaboration across the global manufacturing ecosystem, addressing the current technological revolution characterized by digitalization, intelligence, and green development.

CIIF 2026 will also host the CIIF Forums, featuring discussions on key topics such as digital empowerment, intelligent manufacturing, green transitions, and international trade dynamics. These forums will bring together industry experts, academics, and corporate executives to drive discourse and innovation. Additionally, the CIIF Awards will continue to recognize groundbreaking industrial technologies and commercial products, fostering a culture of continuous technological advancement.

The 2025 edition of CIIF set a strong precedent, with 3,011 exhibitors from 27 countries and regions, and 186,290 professional trade visitors. International delegates from 133 countries and regions participated, highlighting CIIF's role in driving cross-border trade and industrial resilience.

Exhibitors and trade buyers are encouraged to pre-register for CIIF 2026, which promises to be a pivotal event in the global manufacturing landscape. The fair offers a unique opportunity for industrial enterprises and professionals to explore the latest industrial innovations, deepen business cooperation, and shape the future of advanced manufacturing.

Secure your professional visitor pass today to be part of this transformative event.