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The trade show Horti Expo - International Horticultural Expo takes place in Pune, India.
The biggest showcase of the world of electricity, ELECRAMA brings together the complete spectrum of solutions that powers the planet.
CERSAIE - International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings
IFA is a meeting place for global manufacturers and retailers. The trade show offers Suning an excellent platform for market research and networkin... More »
wire China 2016 - The 7th All China International Wire & Cable Industry Trade Fair Taking ten years to sharpen a sword ! wire China,
Discover the largest and most significant fine jewellery event in Singapore and the region After a third consecutive year of success, the Singapor... More »
IIOO Expo is organized by professionals in event management, media and marketing.
FASHION ACCESS is the must-attend international fashion fair for high quality, affordable bags and footwear, plus smal leathergoods, lifestyle acce... More »
The trade show Water Expo China - China's First Water Business Exhibition takes place in Beijing, China, PR. The frequency of the trade show is ann... More »
Real-Invest 2016, the urbane event, will focus on the entire life cycle of real estate, from conception and development, financing and realization ... More »
ALUMINIUM CHINA 2016 is Asia's professional aluminium industry platform, annually held in Shanghai. By presenting customized match making programs,... More »
The trade show MITO AMERICA - American Lifestyle Exhibition takes place in Padua, Italy. The frequency of the trade show is annual, within tuttinfiera
The main exhibit sectors of the trade show BEX - Build Eco Xpo Asia - The Leading Green Building Exhibition in Southeast Asia are: Concrete & Stru... More »
6th International Elevator & Escalator Expo (IEEE) is scheduled to be held on 17th – 19th March 2016 at Bombay Exhibition Center, Mumbai, India. ... More »
The trade show RubberTech China - International Exhibition on Rubber Technology takes place in Shanghai, China, PR. The frequency of the trade show... More »
World Show for Vintage, Classic and Prestige Automobiles, Motorsport, Motorcycles, Spare Parts, Restauration and World Club Meeting
The Stadia & Arena annual conference and exhibition is PanStadia & Arena Management magazine’s annual meeting of the world’s sports venue owner... More »
The trade show CHINA INTERDYE - China International Dye Industry, Pigments and Textile Chemicals Exhibition is hosted at Shanghai, China, PR. The t... More »
The trade show Food & Pastry - The Creative Show is hosted at Bologna, Italy. The tradeshow's frequency is annual.
FASHION GOODS & ACCESSORIES EXPO is Japan's leading trade fair gathering all kinds of fashion accessories, such as bags, leather items, costume jew... More »
It was first held in Frankfurt am Main in 1909, and as such can lay claim to being the oldest aviation show in the world.
The World Cities Summit 2016 will explore how cities can better govern and build up resilience through policy, technology and social innovations. W... More »
The common thread running throughout MCE 2016 is Global Comfort Technology, a global event, to be considered as a whole, that ties in with the four... More »
Leitmesse des Internationalen Fruchthandels .The Leading Trade Fair for the International Fresh Produce
The travel exhibition "Reisen" is an international fair for holidays, caravanning, outdoor and bicycle, which takes place once a year in Hamburg an... More »
The trade show ProWine Asia - International Trade Fair for Wines and Spirits takes place in Singapore, Singapore. The frequency of the trade show i... More »
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The trade show Coffeexpo - China (Guangzhou) International Coffee Industry Expo is hosted at Guangzhou, China, PR. The tradeshow's frequency is ann... More »
bautec 2016 is expected to attract over 40,000 international trade visitors and private investors interested in building and modernization.
Organized by China Stone Materials Association and CCPIT, China (North) International Stone Fair is the top stone fair in northern China.
Reed Gift Fairs is Australia’s premier trading platform for buyers and sellers in the gift and homewares industry.
The main exhibit sectors of the trade show Control China - International Trade Fair for Quality Assurance are: Linear and angular measuring instru... More »
The trade show SAIE - International Building Exhibition takes place in Bologna, Italy. The frequency of the trade show is annual.
The ever-popular Markex show has been completely revamped and will evolve from 2016, with a targeted promotional product event aimed specifically a... More »
Over the years, Lines Exposition has a track record of staging successful trade and consumer exhibitions and it has seen Lines grow from strength t... More »
In 2022 the tradeshow INTERGASTRA - World of hospitality served as a presentation platform for 1229 exhibitors.
Pollutec China provides an effective marketing platform for environmental protection solutions providers to demonstrate and showcase their cutting-... More »
The trade show INTERMOLD - Japan International Die and Mold Manufacturing Technology Exhibition takes place in Osaka, Japan
The trade show Decorex Cape Town - South Africa's Premier Décor, Design and Lifestyle Expo takes place in Cape Town, South Africa. The frequency o... More »
Started from 2010, Fastener Expo Shanghai has been growing to be Asia's largest exhibition in fastener industry. In 2015, Fastener Expo Shanghai at... More »
At the International Motorcycle Exhibition in Munich-Freimann, IMOT, novelties for the upcoming bike season can be inspected
The trade show Mondo Motori Show - Car and Bycicle Exhibition is hosted at Vicenza, Italy. The tradeshow's frequency is annual
the trade show CITCF - China International Tourism Commodities Fair is held. The trade show's frequency is annual.
The Hanse Golf is the largest golf sales fair in northern Germany, which takes place once a year in Hamburg. It is purely a consumer exhibition and... More »
The trade show JFW-IFF - JFW International Fashion Fair is held in Tokyo, Japan. The frequency of the trade show is twice a yearThe trade show JFW-... More »
BATTERY OSAKA is a specialised exhibition for manufacturing and R&D of rechargeable battery, held in Western Japan' s largest city - Osaka. All kin... More »
The HKTDC’s mission is to create opportunities for Hong Kong companies. We focus on delivering value by promoting trade in goods and services
The trade show productronica China - International Trade Fair for Innovative Electronics Production takes place in Shanghai, China, PR. The frequen... More »
India's most focused event for the window, door and façade Industry.Next edition takes place in Mumbai, 25th-27th February, 2016
International Vision Expo is a complete eyecare event that is essential for your business. The energetic show floor is a comprehensive showcase pre... More »
ASD has been bringing buyers and sellers together. See what ASD can do for your business!
In 2016 the tradeshow ComVac ASIA
The Alternative Fuels World Fair & Conferences will take place on May 25-28, 2016 in Bologna, Italy at the Bologna Fiere. The event provides an ex... More »
TrendSet is the largest and most important exhibition of its kind in the southern German-speaking area and an absolute must-be-there for the industry
Sourcing at Magic is a 3 day event being held from 16th February to the 18th February 2016 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, United ... More »
Experience the whole world of travel at ITB Berlin – all in one location: Countries, cities and regions, tour operators, online booking portals a... More »
Due to its tightly focused profile and carefully targeted audience, Automotive Testing Expo India 2016 is a highly cost-effective sales and marketi... More »
The most important International Fair for Optics, Optometry and Ophthalmology. Use #MIDO2016 #NeverEndingWonder!
In Tokyo, Japan, the trade show JITAC EUROPEAN TEXTILE FAIR - European Textile Fair is held. The trade show's frequency is twice a year.
The trade show UWT Expo - China Urban Water and Wastewater Treatment Expo is hosted at Shanghai, China, PR. The tradeshow's frequency is annual, wi... More »
The trade show IFIA JAPAN - International Food Ingredients and Additives Exhibition and Conference is held in Tokyo, Japan. The frequency of the tr... More »
The trade show TANEXPO - International Exhibition of Funeral and Cemetery Art takes place in Bologna, Italy. The frequency of the trade show is bie... More »
Intersolar - The World’s Leading Exhibition Series for the Solar Industry
China Import and Export Fair (also known as the Canton Fair) is established in 1957.
Dalian is an important port and one of the shipbuilding bases in China. It occupies a dominant position in China’s Bohai Bay Shipbuilding Industr... More »
The trade show CIM - China Injection Moulding - China International Exhibition on Plastics and Rubber Injection Moulding Industry is hosted at Tian... More »
The trade show EXPOSANITÀ - International Health Care and Assistance Exhibition takes place in Bologna, Italy. The frequency of the trade show is ... More »
The Cologne Art Book Fair öffnet ihre Türen in diesem Sommer – ein Muss für alle, die Künstlerbücher lieben. Der Eintritt ist frei.
Spring Fair is where people and products meet. The UK’s definitive destination for the home and gift industry to come together and do business, a... More »
The All China Leather Exhibition is generally accepted as the premier event for international companies seeking opportunities in China’s huge and... More »
Awareness of food safety is at an all-time high in Japan following a spate of high-profile incidents that have shaken consumer confidence in the qu... More »
BOLOGNA CHILDREN'S BOOK FAIR The place for children’s content.
IndiaWood2016, is one of the world’s largest biennial woodworking event bringing together market leaders in furniture production, woodworking mac... More »
The trade show Industrial Automation BEIJING - Beijing International Industrial Intelligence & Automation Exhibition is held in Beijing, China, PR.... More »
Japan’s multimillion dollar retail bakery and confectionary market is thriving. Patisserie & Bakery Japan will be the place where exhibitors and ... More »
The trade show PLASTIC Osaka - Highly-Functional Plastic Expo Osaka is hosted at Osaka, Japan. The tradeshow's frequency is annual, within highly-f... More »
The trade show Japan Aerospace - Japan International Aerospace Exhibition is held in Tokyo, Japan. The frequency of the trade show is every 4 years.
Sayes, Excellence in Wedding Fairs lands also in the famous Verona’s fair district, to showcase the excellences dedicated to the Wedding world.
“CAPAS is Messe Frankfurt’s first show in Southwest China, so we want to explore the market.
The trade show AUTOCHTONA - Autochthonal Wine Forum takes place in Bolzano, Italy. The frequency of the trade show is annual, with HOTEL.
SF EXPO, the most professional and quickly-developing surface finishing exhibition, has become one of the biggest two surface exhibitions in China ... More »
China Cross-border e-business in China is estimated to reach 6.5 trillion yuan (US$1.02 trillion) in 2016, with an increase of 30% growth rate and ... More »
Automotive Testing Expo China 2016 is set to capitalise on the rapid growth in new car sales and the need for higher quality and safer vehicles by ... More »
The 2016 Progressive® Insurance Miami International Boat Show® is moving from the Miami Beach Convention Center to Miami Marine Stadium Park & Basin
Construction machinery trade shows Organizing trade shows for the international construction machinery sector is a core competence of Messe München.
Global Sources connects professional buyers worldwide with verified suppliers in China & Asia.
The trade show Oil & Gas World Expo - International Exhibition and Conferences is hosted at Mumbai, India. The tradeshow's frequency is biennial, w... More »
The trade show Tokyo Pack - Tokyo International Packaging Exhibition is held in Tokyo, Japan. The frequency of the trade show is biennial.
The main exhibit sectors of the trade show Oishii Japan - Japanese Food and Beverage Exhibition are: Japanese food and drinks, noodle, food machin... More »
Asia's leading B-to-B ingredients trade show serving as the ultimate venue for pharmaceutical manufacturers to meet, discuss and expand the connect... More »
Since 49 years, Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna is the leading 360° worldwide event for the professional beauty sector and an international platform f... More »
Automation Technology Expo West 2016 is International Industrial Control & Automation Technology Exhibition. Automation Technology Expo West 2016
The world's largest annual quilt show, sale, and quiltmaking academy.
The most important All Asian Sourcing Shows for the gift, premiums, houseware and toy industries, open to trade buyers only.
SPS IPC Drives is one of the largest international exhibitions for electric automation technology
M-Tech Osaka is Western Japan's largest exhibition gathering all kinds of mechanical parts such as bearings, fasteners, mechanical springs and meta... More »
ICE China is China's only independent exhibition for the paper, film, foil and non-wovens converting industry. It offers its audience a comprehensi... More »
Prepare for a world where your plant operates with maximum efficiency and minimal downtime.Control India held from 7 - 9 April 2016
Taking place every second year, OSEA is Asia’s best known Oil & Gas event. The 21st edition is from 29 November – 2 December 2016 in Marina Bay... More »
The trade show African EduWeek - SABC African Education Week takes place in Johannesburg, South Africa. The frequency of the trade show is annual
MEDICAL FAIR INDIA- India’s No. 1 trade fair for hospitals, clinics and health centres, promises to serve as a perfect platform.
The trade show CICGF - China International Consumer Goods Fair is hosted at Ningbo, China, PR. The tradeshow's frequency is annual.
The HKTDC’s mission is to create opportunities for Hong Kong companies. We focus on delivering value by promoting trade in goods and services, wh... More »
Pet Fair Asia makes this one-to-one connection possible. We make your business happen.
Enolitech is a vital tool for promotion and market opportunities. The exhibition is entirely dedicated to the wine and olive oil value chain: machi... More »
The trade show EIMA INTERNATIONAL - International Agricultural Machinery Exhibition takes place in Bologna, Italy. The frequency of the trade show ... More »
The trade show Sino Dental - China International Dental Equipment and Affiliated Facilities Exhibition takes place in Beijing, China, PR. The frequ... More »
For the first time, Venice Italy will be the host to the internationally acclaimed WATEC events. Introducing WATEC Italy 2016, Water Technology an... More »
Since 1972 FARBE, AUSBAU & FASSADE is a specialised trade fair dealing with the subject of paint, development, façades, preservation of structures... More »
The trade show AB Tech Expo - International Exhibition for Bakery, Pastry and Confectionery takes place in Rimini, Italy. The frequency of the trad... More »
INMEX CHINA is the largest and most established international maritime event in the South China Sea region and will feature an extensive range of c... More »
The trade show CIBF - China International Battery Fair is held in Shenzhen, China, PR. The frequency of the trade show is biennial.
The Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show is the largest trade only event serving the antique and estate jewelry and watch industry.
The trade show COS+H - China International Occupational Safety and Health Exhibition takes place in Beijing, China, PR. The frequency of the trade ... More »
The trade show Tecno&Food - Professional Exhibition for Catering, Hotels, Restaurants, Cafés and Communities takes place in Padua, Italy. The freq... More »
Printing South China is a well-known fair and purchasing platform in South China which covers printing, packaging, labeling and packing products.
The trade show AUW - African Utility Week - Exhibition and Conferences takes place in Cape Town, South Africa. The frequency of the trade show is a... More »
The trade show M.I.R. Music Inside Rimini - Innovation, Technology, Light & Sound is hosted at Rimini, Italy. The tradeshow's frequency is open.
The trade show INTER AIRPORT CHINA - International Exhibition for Airport Equipment, Technology and Services takes place in Beijing, China, PR. The... More »
SIAA (Singapore Industrial Automation Association) will be staging "ASIAN ROBOTICS WEEK 2016" on 23-24 Nov 2016 at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. It ... More »
The trade show Franchising & Licensing Asia - FLAsia - International Exhibition for Entrepreneurship, Business Opportunities and Intellectual Prope... More »
AAPEX represents the $395 billion global motor vehicle aftermarket. More than 106,000 professionals from around the globe participate in Automotive... More »
Herzlich Willkommen beim Heldenmarkt, Deutschlands führender Verbrauchermesse für nachhaltigen Konsum. Fern von Mainstream und konventionellen Ü... More »
The Professional Beauty Association is made up of salons and spas, distributors and manufacturers dedicated to improving their individual businesse... More »
The trade show Salone della Giustizia - Justice Trade Fair takes place in Rome, Italy. The frequency of the trade show is annual. Salone della Gius... More »
The trade show STGCC - Singapore Toy, Game & Comic Convention takes place in Singapore, Singapore. The frequency of the trade show is annual.
The trade show Creators' Expo - Trade Fair is hosted at Tokyo, Japan. The tradeshow's frequency is annual, part of content tokyo
Japan's first show for building & urban development industries Building material, housing equipment, HVAC products, building management service, I... More »
Die Energie & Baumesse in Bensheim gibt einen Überblick über Neuheiten und auch bewährte Produkte aus den Bereichen Sanieren, Bauen und Energies... More »
Alpitec China, the international trade show for mountain and winter technologies, has successfully positioned itself as the leading b2b meeting poi... More »
METALEX is ASEAN's largest international machine tool and metalworking technology trade exhibition
NGV China 2016, "will be May 11-13, 2016 in NEW China International Exhibition Center, in order to make this show International top-level industry... More »
Live Entertainment & Event Expo is a professional show that is focused on LED display, pro-lighting, pro-audio, and other equipment and services re... More »
Sundown Fashion Lifestyle Exhibition
The trade show Tube CHINA - The All China International Tube and Pipe Industry Trade Fair takes place in Shanghai, China, PR. The frequency of the ... More »
SIA Education@ISC West is your top industry resource for vendor agnostic security and network training. With over 75 sessions, the program provides... More »
Since 1997 Unione Italiana Vini with the brand ENOVITIS has been organizing events dedicated to the field of wine- and olive-growing products, equi... More »
The trade show Printing Week - China (Shanghai) International Printing Week takes place in Shanghai, China, PR. The frequency of the trade show is ... More »
ISM COLOGNE, International Sweets and Biscuits Fair 2016 is going to be organized between 31 January, 2016 and 03 February, 2016.
As the industry’s leading trade fair, TV TecStyle Visions offers, on a two-yearly basis, the perfect platform for topics such as textiles, promo... More »
Co-organized by China Center for Food and Drug International Exchange and Messe Düsseldorf (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
China•Guzhen International Lighting Fair relies on " Lighting Capital of China" and integrates the advantage in resources from lighting industry.
The trade show Carp Show & Specialist - Exhibition of Predator Fishing with Artificial Lures takes place in Ferrara, Italy. The frequency of the tr... More »
The Singapore Yacht Show is your opportunity to discover some of the world's finest superyacht and international yacht brands in an elite and highl... More »
The Largest and Best Toy Expo in Asia even all over the world.
EPCH, is the apex non-profit industry body working for the progress of the artisans and exporters catering to the home, lifestyle and fashion acces... More »
The Supreme Women & Men in Munich is the mode order platform, when it comes to the most directional trends, and this is traditionally about two wee... More »
DESIGN TOKYO is Japan’s leading trade fair for “marketable†design products. Only the products which passed the screening by designers and st... More »
In Singapore, Singapore, the trade show Affordable Art Fair Singapore is held. The trade show's frequency is twice a year.
Vibrant expositions connecting home, decor, reno and garden enthusiasts . The National Home Show, The Toronto Fall Home Show and The GTA Home & Ren... More »
GIFTEX is Japan's leading trade fair for all kinds of gift items, and consists of 7 specialised shows for general gift items, cutting-edge design p... More »
International Exhibition & Conference on Technology and Equipment for Prospecting, Extracting and Conveying Underground Fluids
The trade show Creamoda Expo - International Fair of Accessories and Components for Clothing, Leather Goods and Footwear is hosted at Bologna, Ital... More »
The trade show METAL Osaka - Highly-Functional Metal Expo Osaka is hosted at Osaka, Japan. The tradeshow's frequency is annual, within highly-funct... More »
The trade show China Hi-Tech Fair - China Hi-Tech Fair Photo-electronics & FPD Expo (FPD EXPO CHINA) is hosted at Shenzhen, China, PR. The tradesho... More »
We are happy to announce you the start of application for GPEC2016 which is the only trade show in Japan specializing in "greenhouse" and "plant fa... More »
In Johannesburg, South Africa, the trade show Africa Rail - Rail, Transport and Infrastructure Show is held. The trade show's frequency is annual.
SPIE is an international society advancing an interdisciplinary approach to the science and application of light
COMOCREA founded in 1990 aims at encouraging the export of textile designs by its member - studios. Comocrea brings out the prestige of this sector... More »
The 7th edition of ChemProTech India 2016 – International Exhibition on Chemical Processing Technology, Equipment & Supplies will be organized on... More »
The trade show CTEX EXPO (PCB/SMT Show) - Printed Circuit Board Exhibition takes place in Suzhou, China, PR. The frequency of the trade show is ann... More »
At the 2016 Medical Design & Manufacturing expo, over 2,000 of the most innovative suppliers will be on hand to demonstrate the latest ground-break... More »
HOMI is a great project, synonymous with new opportunities for collaboration and doing business. To be experienced together, so that we can write n... More »
The trade show Fastener Fair Italy - Exhibition for Fastener and Fixing Technology is hosted at Milan, Italy. The tradeshow's frequency is open.
The trade show Food & Hospitality Africa - International Food and Hospitality Trade Fair is hosted at Johannesburg, South Africa. The tradeshow's f... More »
CIPS– the largest pet and aquarium products show in Asia-Pacific region, has become a must-attend platform for international companies to expand ... More »
Internationale Schuhschnäppchen vor Ihrer Haustür Europas größte Schuhbörse: AL BUNDY, das power flash outlet !!!
The 3rd edition of World of Concrete India now opens from May 18-20, 2016 in New Delhi, to welcome suppliers from the commercial concrete and const... More »
The trade show LogiMAT China - International Trade Fair for Distribution, Materials Handling and Information Flow takes place in Nanjing, China, PR... More »
In 1993, a large number of the most qualified Italian furnishing textiles industrialists promoted the PROPOSTE fair. What was needed was a speciali... More »
The trade show WEDDING EXPO - Show is hosted at Cape Town, South Africa. The tradeshow's frequency is annual.
Optical Communications expo had won high concerns and support from telecommunications equipment suppliers, optical devices suppliers, system integr... More »
The 40th JAPAN HOBBY SHOW 2016
The China Shunde International Exposition for Household Electrical Appliances (Shunde Expo) is bringing together thousands of industry professional... More »
Japan IT Week is truly Japan's largest trade show where you can find any kinds of latest IT technologies/solutions. A great number of information s... More »
Aquatech China 2016 will take place at the newly built National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). The event will bring together the worl... More »
World Elevator & Escalator Expo 2016 (WEE Expo 2016), organized by China Elevator Association (CEA), is to be held at National (Shanghai) Center fo... More »
China is in the industrialization, urbanization and the rapid development of new rural construction period of history
The trade show IJT Autumn - International Jewellery Tokyo Autumn is held in Tokyo, Japan. The frequency of the trade show is annual.
International Medical Instruments and Equipment Exhibition
Following the success of the past editions, EnergyMed, the Conference Exhibition on Renewable Sources and Energy Efficiency, has reached its 9th ed... More »
Messe Frankfurt is one of the world’s leading trade fair organisers, generating around €554 million in sales and employing 2,130 people.
For the seventh time running, the professional and public trade fair BERLINER FAHRRADSCHAU (BFS) takes over the halls of the STATION-Berlin at Glei... More »
The main exhibit sectors of the trade show ITMA ASIA + CITME - Asian International Exhibition of Textile Machinery
The Singapore Gifts Show is Singapore’s dedicated gift trade event showcasing top gifts, premiums, lifestyle products and services in the regiona... More »
Beautyworld Japan is hosted by the trade show organizer Mesago Messe Frankfurt Corp.
NEPCON is one of the longest standing electronics manufacturing events in Asia with over 20 years of history with strong support from leading gover... More »
The trade show EXPO Ferroviaria - International Railway Industry Exhibition takes place in Turin, Italy. The frequency of the trade show is biennial.
MEGA EXPO (BERLIN) LIMITED, headquartered in Hong Kong, is a sister company of leading Hong Kong-based exhibition and event management company, MEG... More »
The trade show M-Tech - Mechanical Components & Materials Technology Expo is held in Tokyo, Japan. The frequency of the trade show is annual, with ... More »
Welcome to OS+H Asia 2016! Asia's leading and most dynamic exhibition for everyone involved in workplace safety and health
The trade show BioOpto Japan - Specialized Exhibition for Optical Technology Applied to Bio and Medical Industries - Exhibition and Conference is h... More »
China Yiwu International Forest Products Fair (Forest Fair for short), hosted by the State Forestry Administration and the People's Government of Z... More »
As the leading trade show for prefabricated and modular houses industry in Asia, PMMHF is thought highly by industrial insiders. Visitor from all ... More »
CIMES 2016 is a truly global machine tool trading and sourcing platform hosted in the world’s biggest machine tool market: China.
The trade show C-star - Shanghai International Trade Fair for Solutions and Trends all about Retail takes place in Shanghai, China, PR. The frequen... More »
For more than 50 years, CES® has been the global stage for innovation. And the all-digital CES 2021 will continue to be a platform to launch produ... More »
FeuerTRUTZ is Germany’s first trade fair and congress that combines solutions for building, equipment and organizational fire protection.