The belektro trade show is a proven industry platform for new product launches.BELEKTRO 2016, The Fair for Electrical Engineering, Electronics and ... More »

At a time when output from mature wells is declining and Asia’s need for energy is at its highest, operators are being pushed to explore more dif... More »

The CeBIT Facebook page primarily focuses on the latest trends and most innovative startups in IT.

CIPS– the largest pet and aquarium products show in Asia-Pacific region, has become a must-attend platform for international companies to expand ... More »

BIOFACH is the world leading trade fair for organic food. 10 - 13 February 2016, Nürnberg, Germany. Professionals only

Grand Designs Live brought to you by Black+Decker, the leading cotemporary home, décor, design and garden show in South Africa returns to the Tick... More »

Indian Exhibitions, Conferences & Events Services Association (IESA) is the apex organization working towards the development of the sector.

In Chiba, Japan, the trade show TECHNO-FRONTIER - Electronics and Mechatronics Exhibition is held. The trade show's frequency is annual.

The trade show EXPOSANITÀ - International Health Care and Assistance Exhibition takes place in Bologna, Italy. The frequency of the trade show is ... More »

FLORMART IS THE MOST IMPORTANT INTERNATIONAL GARDENING EXHIBITION IN ITALY, REPRESENTING AND BRINGING TOGETHER THE ENTIRE NURSERY GARDENING PRODUCT... More »

Shanghai UBM Showstar Exhibition Co Ltd is a joint venture company formed in 2011 between Shanghai ShowStar Exhibition Service Co., Ltd. and UBM As... More »

The 7th edition of ChemProTech India 2016 – International Exhibition on Chemical Processing Technology, Equipment & Supplies will be organized on... More »

Canadian Gift Association,One of the key services the association offers its members and their retail customers are CanGift's Gift Fairs.

India is one of the fastest evolving economies in the world. With a current population of 1.2 billion, it will have the 3rd largest gross domestic ... More »

The trade show SIEW - Singapore International Energy Week takes place in Singapore, Singapore. The frequency of the trade show is annual. SIEW is h... More »

ACREX India is South Asia's largest exhibition on Air Conditioning, Ventilation, Refrigeration & Building Services.

The trade show SATEX - Satellite Positioning Technology Exhibition takes place in Tokyo, Japan. The frequency of the trade show is annual, with sev... More »

The trade show CICGF - China International Consumer Goods Fair is hosted at Ningbo, China, PR. The tradeshow's frequency is annual.

The trade show ANUFOOD China - powered by anuga - International Trade Fair For Food Retail and Hospitality in Northern.

The trade show Tecno&Food - Professional Exhibition for Catering, Hotels, Restaurants, Cafés and Communities takes place in Padua, Italy. The freq... 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 »

Japan is the birthplace of the functional ingredients industry, with its long tradition of enhancing the health benefits of food products. This bud... More »

IIOO Expo is organized by professionals in event management, media and marketing.

TABLEWARE EXPO is Japan's only trade fair gathering all kinds of tableware such as Western style tableware, Japanese style tableware, lacquer, tabl... More »

The main exhibit sectors of the trade show JJF - Japan Jewellery Fair are: Gold, silver, platinum, pearl and stone jewelleries, gem stones, semi-f... More »

The INDIA KNIT FAIR has emerged as one among the most reputed knitwear trade fairs in the world

Interbuild Africa 2016 is the leading building materials, services and construction exhibition in Africa

An upgraded formula and exhibition areas even more in line with the needs of participants: Sol&Agrifood merges the previous SOL and Agrifood Club e... 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 »

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 CITCF - China International Tourism Commodities Fair is held. The trade show's frequency is annual.

Cibus Tec worldwide represents one of the main benchmark for technological innovation in the food Industry and a showcase of the best solutions pre... More »

The Denver Auto Show is the premier showcase of the newest model year import and domestic vehicles — cars, vans, crossovers, hybrids, light truck... More »

The trade show Asian Downstream Week - Conference and Exhibition for the Downstream Refining and Petrochemical Industries takes place in Singapore,... More »

InterOpto is the international trade show that unites advanced technologies of photonics, optoelectronics and lasers from Japan and abroad.

HOMI MAKER DESIGN AWARD is an initiative of HOMI in association with Artex, Centre for Artistic and Traditional Handicrafts of Tuscany and under th... 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 BroadcastAsia - International Digital Multimedia & Entertainment Technology Exhibition & Conference takes place in Singapore, Singap... 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 »

Leistungsfähiges Messekonzept für die Bau-, Energie- und Einrichtungsbranche

Baselworld is universally recognised as the most important marketplace and trendsetting event for the world's watch and jewellery industry.

The trade show Food & Hospitality Africa - International Food and Hospitality Trade Fair is hosted at Johannesburg, South Africa. The tradeshow's f... More »

The All China Leather Exhibition is generally accepted as the premier event for international companies seeking opportunities in China’s huge and... More »

In Forli, Italy, the trade show Vernice Art Fair - Exhibition for Young Artists is held. The trade show's frequency is annual.

The trade show LED+LIGHT ASIA - Singapore International LED/OLED Lighting Fair takes place in Singapore, Singapore. The frequency of the trade show... 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 Professional Beauty Durban - Exhibition for Beauty Products, Services and Equipment takes place in Durban, South Africa. The frequen... More »

Since 49 years, Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna is the leading 360° worldwide event for the professional beauty sector and an international platform f... More »

Venditalia is the benchmark trade fair for international Vending in terms of exhibitors and visitors numer and square metres occupied and is theref... More »

Interior Lifestyle Tokyo is an international trade fair for Tokyo to propose lifestyle concepts in interior design markets from around the world.

ITB Asia is a annually held three day B2B trade show and convention for the travel industry; it is designed to become the primary event for the Asi... More »

The India International Home Textiles Exhibition 2016 (HOMTEX), now into its fourth year, will ride on the crest of a reviving economy that will fu... More »

METALEX is ASEAN's largest international machine tool and metalworking technology trade exhibition

A new formula for Prowinter! The trade show has widened its horizons and becomes the "International trade show for rental, equipment and technology... 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 »

The trade show CommunicAsia - International Communications and Information Technology Exhibition & Conference takes place in Singapore, Singapore. ... 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 »

The trade show CDS - China Dental Show takes place in Shanghai, China, PR. The frequency of the trade show is annual. CDS is held at the venue Nati... More »

HotelAsia2016, the 20th International Exhibition of Hotel, Restaurant and Foodservice Equipment, Supplies and Services, will return to the Singapor... More »

China International (Guangzhou) Fishery & Seafood Expo 2016 (FISHEX 2016) is an international and professional fishery show, which is organized b... More »

The trade show no frills - Travel Technology Expo takes place in Bergamo, Italy. The frequency of the trade show is annual.

Intersolar - The World’s Leading Exhibition Series for the Solar Industry

Welcome to MAGIC, the global pillar of fashion tradeshows. Twice annually, 60,000+ industry insiders meet in Las Vegas

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 »

Reed Gift Fairs is Australia’s premier trading platform for buyers and sellers in the gift and homewares industry.

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The trade show N-PLEX - New & Next Plastic Exhibition is held in Tokyo, Japan. The frequency of the trade show is annual, within N-PLUS.

The travel exhibition "Reisen" is an international fair for holidays, caravanning, outdoor and bicycle, which takes place once a year in Hamburg an... More »

BOLOGNA CHILDREN'S BOOK FAIR The place for children’s content.

The Cologne Art Book Fair öffnet ihre Türen in diesem Sommer – ein Muss für alle, die Künstlerbücher lieben. Der Eintritt ist frei.

The trade show Coffeexpo - China (Guangzhou) International Coffee Industry Expo is hosted at Guangzhou, China, PR. The tradeshow's frequency is ann... More »

The main exhibit sectors of the trade show ISPO BEIJING - Asia's Leading Sports Business Platform in the Winter Cycle are: MULTI-SEGMENT SPORTS TR... More »

The 6th edition of BuildTech Asia is the region’s leading trade show for the building and construction industry that addresses the challenges of ... 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 »

Foire de Paris, 1er évènement commercial et festif d'Europe depuis 1904.

The trade show Carp Show & Specialist - Exhibition of Predator Fishing with Artificial Lures takes place in Ferrara, Italy. The frequency of the tr... More »

Round seven for the unique exhibition for the golf scene in Munich: After the successful sixthperformance being attended by more than 9,800 visitor... More »

In accession to actualization the new car, which you can analysis out in all its celebrity in the video above, players will alleviate altered versi... More »

Back in its third year, SMART Facilities Management Solutions is the region’s most comprehensive trade event servicing the facilities management ... More »

The trade show Cards & Payments Asia - Smart Cards and Payments Tradeshow is held in Singapore, Singapore. The frequency of the trade show is annual.

A+A is the world's most important trade fair for all aspects of safety and health in the workplace. As the leading global platform for business, co... More »

The trade show CLOUD EXPO ASIA - Conference and Expo takes place in Singapore, Singapore. The frequency of the trade show is annual, with data cent... More »

Internationale Fachmesse Weine und Spirituosen / International Trade Fair Wines and Spirits

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 »

Beautyworld Japan is hosted by the trade show organizer Mesago Messe Frankfurt Corp.

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 MCE Asia - Mostra Convegno Expocomfort Asia - The Platform for Energy-Efficient Cooling, Water, Energy and Heating Solutions in the ... More »

Shanghai Ying Zhan Business Service Co., Ltd., a joint-venture with Hong Kong investment, was founded in March, 1997 in Shanghai

miart is a fair in which modern and contemporary art communicate constant references with explicit echoes; it affords a situation to grasp links be... More »

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 LiberBerlin - International Antiquarian Book and Print Fair takes place in Berlin, Germany.

China's premier trade exhibition for Processing and packaging technologies

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 »

Organised by independent textile specialists, SPINEXPOTM presents a truly international top level offer in the field of fibres, yarns for knitting,... More »

China Animal Husbandry Expo, known as CAHE around the world, held from May 18-20 but in different cities every year, is the largest livestock show ... More »

2016 Shenzhen International Internet of Things and Smart China Exhibition (IOTE), which is the largest and most comprehensive event for the whole i... More »

Intern.Trade Fair for Natural Personal Care.Nature has always been regarded as a source of energy and the best supplier of active ingredients for h... More »

The trade show XYLEXPO - Biennial World Exhibition for Woodworking Technology and Components for the Furniture Industry takes place in Milan, Italy... More »

The Heim+Handwerk Germany's biggest consumer exhibition presents a full ... and lifestyle.

4rdEdition of The “ World Tea & Coffee Expo”™,is being held at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, India.

The SEMA Show is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world

M-Tech Osaka is Western Japan's largest exhibition gathering all kinds of mechanical parts such as bearings, fasteners, mechanical springs and meta... More »

P4 EXPO INDIA,Dubai based professional trade fair and conference organizing company

The trade show Franchising & Licensing Asia - FLAsia - International Exhibition for Entrepreneurship, Business Opportunities and Intellectual Prope... 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 16th Xinjiang International Agricultural Fair was successfully held on August 8th-10th 2016, at China Xinjiang International Exhibition Center.... More »

Organized by China Stone Materials Association and CCPIT, China (North) International Stone Fair is the top stone fair in northern China.

The trade show M.I.R. Music Inside Rimini - Innovation, Technology, Light & Sound is hosted at Rimini, Italy. The tradeshow's frequency is open.

ALUMINIUM CHINA 2016 is Asia's professional aluminium industry platform, annually held in Shanghai. By presenting customized match making programs,... 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 »

International Vision Expo is a complete eyecare event that is essential for your business. The energetic show floor is a comprehensive showcase pre... More »

In Singapore, Singapore, the trade show e-Commerce Show Asia - Exhibition is held. The trade show's frequency is annual, co-located with cards & pa... More »

The Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show is the largest trade only event serving the antique and estate jewelry and watch industry.

Hellenic Organization of International Trade Fairs, Exhibitions Congresses and Events

The biggest showcase of the world of electricity, ELECRAMA brings together the complete spectrum of solutions that powers the planet.

ASD has been bringing buyers and sellers together. See what ASD can do for your business!

MEDICA 2021– Top in all medical areas The world of medicine meets at MEDICA 2021. A must for anyone who wants to experience tomorrow’s healthc... More »

The tradeshow TIM Expo Shanghai - China (Shanghai) International Thermal Insulation Material and Energy-saving Technology Expo

In 2022 again METAV will be the marketplace for the production technology community: This is where production technology experts from all fields me... 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 »

The trade show Fenestration China - International Exhibition on Windows, Doors, Skylights and Curtain Wall Technology, Components and Prefabricated... More »

The trade show VICENZAORO September - International Exhibition of Gold, Jewelry, Silverware, Watches and Gemstones takes place in Vicenza, Italy. T... More »

Seit 2010 findet die Sylt Gastro Messe im Congress Centrum Sylt in Westerland statt, so auch wieder in 2016.

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 »

The trade show IFIA JAPAN - International Food Ingredients and Additives Exhibition and Conference is held in Tokyo, Japan. The frequency of the tr... 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 »

The trade show Creamoda Expo - International Fair of Accessories and Components for Clothing, Leather Goods and Footwear is hosted at Bologna, Ital... More »

Shanghai External Wall Decoration Materials and Bonding Technology Expo (EDME Expo) is the most influential and famous expo of new external wall de... More »

Construction machinery trade shows Organizing trade shows for the international construction machinery sector is a core competence of Messe München.

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 »

INDIA - World's 2nd Largest Market With over 300 million population of middle and higher income group against nearly 1.2 billion population, Indi... More »

IndiaWood2016, is one of the world’s largest biennial woodworking event bringing together market leaders in furniture production, woodworking mac... More »

Die Internationale Pflanzenmesse (IPM ESSEN) ist die Weltleitmesse des Gartenbaus

Auto e Moto d'Epoca International Exhibition of Vintage Cars and Motorcycles

Chengdu International Travel Expo (CITE) is the first mega-scale tourism exhibition in western China, with the first edition in 2012

Die FISCH & ANGEL in den Westfalenhallen Dortmund präsentiert vom 9. bis 14. Februar 2016 alles rund um Fisch und Fang für Angelbegeisterte.

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 »

GITEX Technology Week. Re-imagining our future

The trade show Franchising Nord - Exhibition is hosted at Piacenza, Italy. The tradeshow's frequency is annual.

The Salone is now into its 55th year, championing innovation and internationality – in fact the number of foreign exhibitors has risen again, now... More »

ISM COLOGNE, International Sweets and Biscuits Fair 2016 is going to be organized between 31 January, 2016 and 03 February, 2016.

The trade show GRINDEX - International Grinding and Surface Finishing Expo takes place in Mumbai, India.

GDS – Global Destination for Shoes & Accessories .The international shoe sector meeting point: GDS in Düsseldorf.

India's most focused event for the window, door and façade Industry.Next edition takes place in Mumbai, 25th-27th February, 2016

Experience the whole world of travel at ITB Berlin – all in one location: Countries, cities and regions, tour operators, online booking portals a... More »

The main exhibit sectors of the trade show Control China - International Trade Fair for Quality Assurance are: Linear and angular measuring instru... More »

In Johannesburg, South Africa, the trade show IOTAS - Internet of Things Africa Summit - Exhibition and Conference is held. The trade show's freque... More »

International Medical Instruments and Equipment Exhibition

The main exhibit sectors of the trade show Oishii Japan - Japanese Food and Beverage Exhibition are: Japanese food and drinks, noodle, food machin... More »

In Singapore, Singapore, the trade show The IoTShow - Internet of Things Show is held. The trade show's frequency is annual, with the smart machine... More »

Cosmoprof North America (CPNA) furthered its reputation as the leading B2B beauty trade show by introducing revolutionary technologies and forward-... More »

The trade show PackPlus South - The Total Packaging, Processing and Supply Chain Event is hosted at Hyderabad, India. The tradeshow's frequency is ... More »

World’s number one sheet metal exhibition brand takes a new direction for its focus in Asia.

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

FMC Provide Best Woodworking Machinery and Furniture Raw Materials for Furniture Production, Decoration and Engineering Fields

Intertraffic - connecting businesses and traffic professionals worldwide

Yarn Expo is a leading sourcing platform to both exhibitors and visitors.

In the spring of 2016, the magic city of Shanghai will once again warmly welcome colleagues home and abroad in the field of ophthalmology and optom... More »

The International Furniture Fair Singapore, held in conjunction with the ASEAN Furniture Show (IFFS/AFS) The Décor Show and furniPRO Asia, is rega... More »

Herzlich Willkommen beim Heldenmarkt, Deutschlands führender Verbrauchermesse für nachhaltigen Konsum. Fern von Mainstream und konventionellen Ãœ... More »

JIMTOF2016 The 28th Japan International Machine Tool Fair JIMTOF is hosted by the trade show organizers Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association ... More »

The trade show BARRIER FREE - International Trade Fair on Barrier Free Equipment and Rehabilitation takes place in Osaka, Japan.

The trade show Cafe Show China - China International Cafe Show takes place in Beijing, China, PR. The frequency of the trade show is annual. Cafe S... More »

This event showcases products like And a very clear plan: even more service, individual and personal.

Die Energie & Baumesse in Bensheim gibt einen Ãœberblick über Neuheiten und auch bewährte Produkte aus den Bereichen Sanieren, Bauen und Energies... More »

China Import and Export Fair (also known as the Canton Fair) is established in 1957.

Co-organized by China Center for Food and Drug International Exchange and Messe Düsseldorf (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.

Sayes, Excellence in Wedding Fairs lands also in the famous Verona’s fair district, to showcase the excellences dedicated to the Wedding world.

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 »

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 RubberTech China - International Exhibition on Rubber Technology takes place in Shanghai, China, PR. The frequency of the trade show... More »

FASHION GOODS & ACCESSORIES EXPO is Japan's leading trade fair gathering all kinds of fashion accessories, such as bags, leather items, costume jew... More »

The trade show Sewage Works Exhibition - Japan Global Expo takes place in Nagoya, Japan. The frequency of the trade show is annual, rotating locati... More »

Established since 2002, G-Power has become a trusted turnkey business platform for industry professionals. Every year,

Asia(Beijing) International Import Food Exposition 2016(AIFE Beijing) which is Asia's largest import (health) food expo.

Malaysia’s central position in Asia makes it an ideal trading platform to draw the world’s Halal players in facilitating the sourcing and selli... More »

China is in the industrialization, urbanization and the rapid development of new rural construction period of history

Nutrisan, il salone della corretta alimentazione e della salute ha l'obiettivo di diffondere la cultura di un corretto approccio alimentare e nutri... More »

In Milan, Italy, the trade show MILANO AUTOCLASSICA - Classic Car Show is held. The trade show's frequency is annual.

In Johannesburg, South Africa, the trade show Africa Rail - Rail, Transport and Infrastructure Show is held. The trade show's frequency is annual.

We will be happy to welcome you again at the 45th World Money Fair, from February 5th to February 7th, 2016

MEGA EXPO (BERLIN) LIMITED, headquartered in Hong Kong, is a sister company of leading Hong Kong-based exhibition and event management company, MEG... More »

Automation Technology Expo West 2016 is International Industrial Control & Automation Technology Exhibition. Automation Technology Expo West 2016

Taiwan External Trade Development Council COMPUTEX TAIPEI has become the largest computer exhibition in Asia.

The China Shunde International Exposition for Household Electrical Appliances (Shunde Expo) is bringing together thousands of industry professional... More »

The trade show RESTAURO - Exhibition of the Art of Restoration and Conservation of the Cultural and Natural Heritage takes place in Ferrara, Italy.... More »

The trade show Drink JAPAN - International Beverage & Liquid Food Development/Manufacturing Expo is hosted at Tokyo, Japan. The tradeshow's frequen... More »

As one of the most influential B2B fairs focusing on outbound travel, inbound travel and M.I.C.E., GITF receives wide attention among the tourism i... More »

Design Shanghai is Asia’s Leading International Design Event,9-12 March 2016, Shanghai Exhibition Centre

The trade show COSMOFARMA - International Exhibition for Products and Services for Health, Wellness and Beauty offered in the Pharmacy takes place ... More »

The trade show CosmoBike Show - International Bicycle Trade Fair takes place in Verona, Italy. The frequency of the trade show is annual.

In Tokyo, Japan, the trade show JITAC EUROPEAN TEXTILE FAIR - European Textile Fair is held. The trade show's frequency is twice a year.

Guangzhou Int’l Agricuture and Forestry Machinery Fair is one of the leading agricuture and Forestry machinery products event in China.

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 »

Prime Source Forum (PSF) does not limit to the sourcing aspect of the supply chain only but sources of information of the fashion industry

MachAutoExpo-2016 a unique and most trustworthy Event is ready to kick start in Ludhiana from 11th to 15th February 2016 at Glada Ground Chandigarh... More »

The trade show Tank Storage Asia - Storage Terminal Operations Conference and Exhibition takes place in Singapore, Singapore. The frequency of the ... More »

CERSAIE - International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings

Following a successful debut in 2014, OGmTech2016 returns as a strategic platform for technology providers to showcase cutting-edge manufacturing s... More »

6th International Hardware & Tools Expo Tokyo (TOOL JAPAN) organising 123 industry trade exhibitions each year across a wide sphere of industries