When was the event founded?

The first edition of EuroBLECH was held in 1969

What is the "EuroBLECH" about?

EuroBLECH 2026, the 28th edition of the renowned trade show for sheet metal working technology, is set to take place from 20 - 23 October 2026 at Hannover Fairground, covering approximately 160,000 square metres. Over 1,300 companies from Germany and beyond will present their innovations, with world premieres anticipated. The event will attract nearly 39,000 industry professionals keen on exploring smart production, automation, and AI-driven advancements. Highlights include Presentation Areas focusing on key topics, the Young Innovators area for promising start-ups, and the EuroBLECH Award recognising excellence in categories like Cutting Technology and Sustainability.

EuroBLECH 2026

Name: EuroBLECH
Start: 2026-10-20
End: 2026-10-23
Location: Hannover Fairground

Foundry Metallurgy Metalworking Welding technologies Hardware tools

20 Oct 2026 - 23 Oct 2026

Hannover Fairground, Hannover, Germany

Messegelande

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Quick info

Organiser:	Mack Brooks Exhibitions Ltd.
Founded:	1969
Frequency:	every 2 years
Next Edition:	EuroBLECH 2028
Sectors:	Foundry \| Metallurgy \| Metalworking \| Welding technologies \| Hardware tools
Website:	EuroBLECH official website
Exhibitors:	Exhibitor registration

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EuroBLECH, the globally renowned trade show for sheet metal working technology, is heading towards its 28th edition. The event is scheduled for 20 - 23 October 2026 and will occupy around 160,000 square metres of exhibition space at Hannover Fairground. More than 1,300 German and international companies will showcase their products and services, with multiple world premieres occurring during EuroBLECH 2026. Nearly 39,000 high-calibre professionals, representing all relevant sectors, will come to Hannover in search of new connections and innovative solutions.

Smart production, automation, and AI-driven technical advancements will be at the core of the EuroBLECH 2026 exhibition. They will be demonstrated at the popular Presentation Areas, each with its own programme dedicated to vital topics. The Young Innovators Pavilion will introduce start-ups showing the potential to transform the sheet metal working industry. The traditional EuroBLECH Award will honour outstanding contributions to the industry in 6 categories, including Cutting Technology, Surface Technology, and Sustainability.

Due to the popularity of the event, hotels near Hannover Fairground are in high demand for the EuroBLECH 2026 dates. Making the necessary arrangements at an early stage would give you access to the most attractive hotel deals. Our team has contracted properties in well-connected areas to the venue, the main railway station and the airport. By reserving with ExpoBeds, you will benefit from exclusive rates for trade show participants, flexible conditions, and destination knowledge. Let us know your location preferences, budget and group size, and our experts will suggest a personalised list of EuroBLECH 2026 hotel offers for your stay in Hannover.

Information

EuroBLECH is a biennial exhibition held in Hannover since 1969. As an international B2B platform, it assembles the most established players in the supply chain of sheet metal working technology. The exhibition profile is focused on innovation and can deliver high-quality solutions matching the most sophisticated innovation equipment requirements. The product offering at EuroBLECH Hannover is specifically designed to meet the complex demands of smart manufacturing cost-efficiently for resilient business strategies.

Who can you meet there

Designers, production and quality managers, buyers, craftsmen, technical directors and experts in the sheet metal processing industry have the EuroBLECH exhibition on their agenda. Recently, EuroBLECH Hannover registers increased international presence, with many companies coming from countries like Italy, Switzerland, Spain, the UK, Austria, Belgium, the Netherlands, India, etc. It is notable that a large percentage of all visitors (around 80%) are decision makers and top managers.

Past editions

EuroBLECH 2024

22 Oct - 25 Oct

From 22 Oct 2024 until 25 Oct 2024

	Total	Domestic	Foreign
Exhibitors
Visitors

EuroBLECH 2022

25 Oct - 28 Oct

From 25 Oct 2022 until 28 Oct 2022

	Total	Domestic	Foreign
Exhibitors
Visitors

EuroBLECH 2021 (Cancelled)

9 Mar - 12 Mar

From 09 Mar 2021 until 12 Mar 2021

	Total	Domestic	Foreign
Exhibitors
Visitors

EuroBLECH 2020 (Cancelled)

27 Oct - 30 Oct

From 27 Oct 2020 until 30 Oct 2020

	Total	Domestic	Foreign
Exhibitors
Visitors

EuroBLECH 2018

23 Oct - 26 Oct

From 23 Oct 2018 until 26 Oct 2018

	Total	Domestic	Foreign
Exhibitors	1,507	638	869
Visitors	56,307	28,934	27,373

EuroBLECH 2016

25 Oct - 29 Oct

From 25 Oct 2016 until 29 Oct 2016

	Total	Domestic	Foreign
Exhibitors	1,505	689	816
Visitors	60,636	36,806	23,830

EuroBLECH 2014

21 Oct - 25 Oct

From 21 Oct 2014 until 25 Oct 2014

	Total	Domestic	Foreign
Exhibitors	1,573	749	824
Visitors	59,252	37,329	21,923

What makes it special

Digital reality is definitely one of the most prominent topics at the trade show. It is evident that digitalisation, Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing are not merely trends but major focal points of EuroBLECH. They accelerate predictive maintenance and increase efficiency, transforming the sheet metal working industry. The upcoming EuroBLECH in Hannover will further explore the successful integration of the new technologies into all aspects of production - which is why the event is not to be missed.

Quick info

Organiser:	Mack Brooks Exhibitions Ltd.
Founded:	1969
Frequency:	every 2 years
Next Edition:	EuroBLECH 2028
Sectors:	Foundry \| Metallurgy \| Metalworking \| Welding technologies \| Hardware tools
Website:	EuroBLECH official website
Exhibitors:	Exhibitor registration

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Important facts

1,300+ EuroBLECH exhibitors
160,000+ sq m of exhibition space
38,900+ EuroBLECH participants
110+ represented countries

Next editions

EuroBLECH 2028

Dates are not known yet

Hannover Fairground

Trade fair location

Hannover Fairground

Messegelande, Hannover, Germany

Coordinates: 52.32742 , 9.80515

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