Key Manufacturing Trade Shows in 2024 and 2025
Global Sources has compiled a list of key manufacturing trade shows in 2024 and 2025. These events provide a platform for manufacturers to showcase their products, connect with buyers, and stay updated on the latest industry trends. Here are some of the most notable trade shows in the manufacturing sector:
1. Messe Frankfurt
Messe Frankfurt is one of the largest trade show organizers in the world, hosting over 50 trade shows annually. In 2024, Messe Frankfurt will host several manufacturing trade shows, including the AMB (International Trade Fair for Metalworking) and the Productronica (International Trade Fair for Electronic Production and Assembly).
2. Hannover Messe
Hannover Messe is one of the most prominent trade shows in the manufacturing sector, attracting over 200,000 visitors from around the world. In 2024, Hannover Messe will feature exhibits on topics such as Industry 4.0, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things.
3. SPS IPC Drives
SPS IPC Drives is a leading trade show for the automation industry, featuring exhibits on topics such as industrial automation, robotics, and IoT. In 2024, SPS IPC Drives will take place in Nuremberg, Germany, and will feature over 1,000 exhibitors.
4. IMTS
IMTS (International Manufacturing Technology Show) is one of the largest trade shows in the manufacturing sector, attracting over 2,000 exhibitors and 100,000 visitors. In 2024, IMTS will take place in Chicago, Illinois, and will feature exhibits on topics such as metalworking, machining, and 3D printing.
5. MD&M West
MD&M West is a leading trade show for the medical device industry, featuring exhibits on topics such as medical device manufacturing, packaging, and sterilization. In 2024, MD&M West will take place in Anaheim, California, and will feature over 1,000 exhibitors.
6. NPE
NPE (National Plastics Exposition) is one of the largest trade shows in the plastics industry, featuring exhibits on topics such as plastics manufacturing, packaging, and recycling. In 2024, NPE will take place in Orlando, Florida, and will feature over 1,000 exhibitors.
7. Fabtech
Fabtech is a leading trade show for the metal fabrication industry, featuring exhibits on topics such as metalworking, machining, and 3D printing. In 2024, Fabtech will take place in Chicago, Illinois, and will feature over 1,000 exhibitors.
8. ATX West
ATX West is a leading trade show for the automation industry, featuring exhibits on topics such as robotics, machine vision, and IoT. In 2024, ATX West will take place in Anaheim, California, and will feature over 1,000 exhibitors.
9. Pacific Design and Manufacturing
Pacific Design and Manufacturing is a leading trade show for the medical device industry, featuring exhibits on topics such as medical device manufacturing, packaging, and sterilization. In 2024, Pacific Design and Manufacturing will take place in Anaheim, California, and will feature over 1,000 exhibitors.
10. Medical Design and Manufacturing East
Medical Design and Manufacturing East is a leading trade show for the medical device industry, featuring exhibits on topics such as medical device manufacturing, packaging, and sterilization. In 2024, Medical Design and Manufacturing East will take place in New York, New York, and will feature over 1,000 exhibitors.
These trade shows provide a platform for manufacturers to connect with buyers, stay updated on the latest industry trends, and showcase their products. Whether you’re a seasoned manufacturer or just starting out, these trade shows are a must-attend event in the manufacturing sector.
