wire 2026
The leading wire and cable exhibition, wire 2026, has confirmed its dates. Building on the success of the previous event, most exhibitors have already expressed their interest in showcasing their latest advancements. The event will be held from April 13th to 17th, 2026, at Messe Dusseldorf together with tube 2026.
Over 1,500 exhibitors from 60 countries are expected to participate, offering a comprehensive overview of the wire and cable industry’s most cutting-edge solutions. As a special bonus, visitors can access tube 2026, Germany’s premier exhibition for tubes and tube processing, held concurrently at the same venue. This combined trade fair duo will encompass 120,000 square meters of exhibition space, showcasing state-of-the-art machinery for manufacturing and processing everything from rods and fibre optic cables to tools, materials, and finished wire products.
Building on its rich history, wire 2026 will go beyond the traditional exhibition format. Expect a program packed with insightful lectures, presentations, special shows, and digital guided tours. There are Special Areas dedicated to hot topics like ecoMetals, hydrogen, and sustainable development. The dedicated ecoMetals stage will be a hub for discussions and strategies promoting responsible manufacturing practices in the tube and wire industry. Here, leading green experts will share their knowledge and inspire positive change.
Demand for wire 2026 hotels in Dusseldorf will be exceptionally high. We at ExpoBeds advise you to book your hotel for the fair dates early on. Browse accommodation options at various price points on our ExpoBeds website, or contact us for a personalised list of hotels for wire 2026 and discover excellent offers near Messe Dusseldorf.
Information
Since its launch in 1986, wire Dusseldorf has gradually become the leading event, which assembles the wire and cable industry. It is held together with the international tube and tube processing trade show. The biennial wire and Tube form the biggest trade and networking platform for the related businesses.
The wire 2026 dates are on the agenda of over 71,000 professionals from all over the world. An estimated 2,600 companies will occupy 15 halls at Messe Dusseldorf, where they will exhibit innovative solutions for the optimisation and improvement of wire and tube production. Participants will have the opportunity to observe the latest developments regarding processes and end products.
Past editions
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| Exhibitors | 1,442 | 302 | 1,140 |
| Visitors | 42,248 | 28,306 | 13,942 |
Quick info
| Organiser: | Messe Düsseldorf GmbH |
| Founded: | 1986 |
| Frequency: | every 2 years |
| Next Edition: | wire 2028 |
| Sectors: | Foundry | Metallurgy | Metalworking | Welding technologies | Hardware tools |
| Website: | wire official website |
| Visitors: | Tickets for wire |
| Exhibitors: | Exhibitor registration |
Important facts
- co-located with Tube
- 1,500+ wire exhibitors in 2024
- 67,400 sq m of net exhibition area
- 71,500+ visitors altogether
- 70% international visitors
Next editions
wire 2028
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