Halls
full of new products, robots working hand in hand with humans, huge
machining centres working at full speed, experts exchanging experiences
and ideas—this is what the ITM INDUSTRY EUROPE 2026 trade fair promises
to be. This event has been setting the pulse of modern industry in
Poland and the entire region of Central and Eastern Europe for years.
The upcoming edition will be unique not only in terms of scale, but
above all thanks to new initiatives and thematic zones. The starting
point for creating the ITM 2026 concept is the belief that HUMANS are
the driving force behind all technological changes, and the fair
provides a space for close meetings of people connected by industry.
The
focal point of the programme will be the thematic areas that have been
the heart of the ITM INDUSTRY EUROPE trade fair for years: AUTOMA,
MACH-TOOL, WELDING and SURFEX.
The
division into four exhibitions, referring to the historical names of
the fairs that accompanied the ITM fair in the past, is, on the one
hand, a nod to tradition and, on the other, a way to meet the
expectations of our exhibitors. We heard from them in business
conversations that they felt the need to identify more with a specific
industry. It was the companies we have been cooperating with for years
that inspired us to create EXHIBITIONS based on brands already
established among our exhibitors and visitors. Of course, the name of
the ITM trade fair remains unchanged—it is the umbrella brand of the
entire industrial bloc. Just like the slogan: INNOVATIONS, TECHNOLOGIES,
MACHINES, continues to define the core of this event, says Joanna Kucharska, Director of the Product Group of Grupa MTP.
Automa-one of the four pillars of the exhibition
The
AUTOMA Automation, Robotics and Pneumatics Exhibition is a space where
the largest suppliers of modern solutions in the field of industrial
process automation meet. Visitors can expect to see an exhibition of
industrial robots, cobots and the latest solutions in pneumatics and
control. The return of the zones that have been enjoying great
popularity will be a particular attraction for participants. One of them
is Pneumat Game, where you can feel the spirit of competition and test
yourself in the pneumatic version of classic slot machines. These
emotions and competitions for the maintenance staff will also be present
in the 2026 edition. The Collaborative Robot Zone will also return.
As the exhibitors recall, a unique atmosphere prevailed in these spaces.
Michał
Pniewski, who represented Schmalz—the main partner of the Collaborative
Robot Zone, emphasised that the common space created by the partners
was not only a place for presenting innovative technologies, but also a
platform for exchanging experiences.
Visitors
came with specific needs, and the conversations at the stands were
substantive and often concerned real implementation projects. For
visitors, the zone was a place where they could see innovative
technologies and the operation of collaborative robots live. Interactive
presentations and the opportunity to ask detailed questions to experts
meant that participants left the stand feeling that they had gained new,
practical knowledge and found solutions tailored to their needs. We are
also pleased with the excellent cooperation between the zone's
partners—together we have created a professional and coherent space
showcasing the real possibilities of cobots, says Michał Pniewski.
MACH-TOOL-the centre of working machines
One
of the pillars of the fair will also be the MACH-TOOL Exhibition, a
space dedicated to machine tools and tools. This is one of those places
where industrial tradition meets its most innovative face. Visitors will
be able to see large-scale machining centres, modern milling machines,
lathes and numerically controlled grinders, as well as innovative
cutting tools in action. Visitors will be able to see large-scale
machining centres, modern milling machines, lathes and numerically
controlled grinders in action, as well as innovative cutting tools and
sheet metal processing technologies—from precision lasers and punching
machines to press brakes and lines for bending and thermal cutting. This
is where you will discover how advanced laser systems and process
automation are revolutionising the metal industry, ensuring speed,
precision and efficiency in production.
Exhibitors prepare
numerous live shows, which have been a key element of this exhibition
for years—the noise of machinery and the smell of coolant are elements
that create a unique atmosphere in this part of the exhibition and show
industry at its most tangible.
SURFEX-Exhibition of Surface Treatment Technologies
The
latest solutions in the field of painting, galvanisation,
thermo-chemical treatment, and protective and decorative coatings will
be on display at the SURFEX Exhibition. Companies operating in this
sector are announcing the launch of their flagship products, which allow
for increased durability and quality of components while reducing the
environmental impact of the processes. SURFEX is a space particularly
eagerly visited by representatives of the automotive, household
appliances, aviation and construction industries who are looking for
technologies that extend the life cycle of key components in their
production lines.
WELDING-welding innovations
Exhibitors
will present robotic welding stations, safety systems and solutions
that revolutionise material joining processes at the WELDING
exhibition—a place of welding innovations. This thematic space has been a
place for intensive business talks for years, but also for practical
presentations that attract both experienced welders and representatives
of the technical staff of large production plants.
Demobuses and planned events
The
DEMOBUS zone, which debuted during the ITM 2025 edition outside the
exhibition halls, was very positively received by participants. The
outdoor exhibition allowed for the presentation of industrial automation
solutions in an accessible demonstration format, using specialised
buses. The demobus zone is an interesting addition to the fair, and
customers visited us with great interest. The most important condition
is good weather, and this year it was perfect. The location was also
perfect, as some people started or ended their day at the fair in the
zone. The very form of presenting solutions is attractive and generates
great interest, says Tomasz Dawid from Balluff.
In
addition to the four main exhibitions, the organisers have also prepared
several new programmes. In 2026, the following areas will debut: the
Tool Zone, the Industrial Metrology Zone and the Industrial Application
Zone, in which a special place will be occupied by companies offering
solutions from the IT sector. There are also plans to prepare topics for
the arms industry and launch certified training for narrow groups of
recipients.
A strong highlight of the programme remains the
'Women Factories of the Future' conference, which in 2025 attracted a
large group of participants and demonstrated that diversity and the role
of women in industrial processes deserve a strong voice. The
first edition of the 'Women Factories of the Future' conference proved
to be a hit—it demonstrated that women in technical and industrial
sectors not only support companies but actually co-create them. The best
proof of this were the speakers who spoke with great power and
authenticity on the DBR77 stage. Even though it was the first event of
this type at the ITM trade fair, it attracted great interest. There's
still a belief that the technical world belongs mainly to men—and we
wanted to show that women also play key roles in it, says Agnieszka Wnuk, conference coordinator and B2B marketing expert.
The
organisers, in cooperation with DBR77, are planning the next edition of
the conference. Moreover, the prelude to this event will be a special
edition of the popular LinkedIn Local meeting addressed exclusively to
the industrial sector, scheduled for 9 October 2025 in Poznań. The
partner of the meeting is the ITM INDUSTRY EUROPE trade fair.
New graphic theme for the ITM trade fair
The 2026 edition also begins communication with a completely new graphic theme.
The
starting point for the project was the assumption that humans are
always at the centre of industry. They are the driving force behind
change, the creators of innovation, and the guarantors that even the
most advanced technologies and machines will not be created without
human vision. The new identity, inspired by fingerprints, combines the
symbolism of human individuality with an industrial character. We hope
this will be a unique message for the entire industry, Joanna Kucharska reveals the secrets of the new concept.
A meeting that connects
ITM
INDUSTRY EUROPE 2026 promises to be not only the largest, but also the
most diverse industrial event in this part of Europe. Four days of trade
fairs, hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of visitors will meet again
in Poznań to discover modern technologies and solutions together. The
organisers pay special attention to the trust of participants. The
results of the satisfaction survey among those participating in 2025
confirm that nearly 85 percent of respondents would recommend the event
to others, and over 85 percent declare their participation in 2026. The
organisers' optimism is further strengthened by the latest market data.
The eurozone manufacturing PMI stood at 50.7 points in July 2025,
marking the first time in over three years that it has returned above
the threshold of 50.
ITM
INDUSTRY EUROPE will be held on 26-29.05.2026 on the fairgrounds of MTP
Poznań Expo. The exhibition of the Modernlog and Subcontracting fairs
will be available simultaneously.
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