Automechanika Shanghai –November 26 – 29, 2025

Automechanika Shanghai 2025 to utilise all 15 halls of NECC for the first time


Preparations are underway for what is set to be one of the largest global automotive industry gatherings of the year. From 26 to 29 November 2025, Automechanika Shanghai expects to welcome a record 7,000 exhibitors, filling every corner of the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), which spans 383,000 sqm. This marks the first time in the show’s history to reach such a scale. The trade fair offers opportunities for marketing, trade, information exchange and education to continue evolving alongside market trends, which, for this year, reflect those innovations and transformations driving sustainability within the sector.

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ISPO Munich –November 30 – December 2, 2025

From 30. NOV. – 02. DEC. 2025 Munich will once again be the place to be for the sports and outdoor industry – this time with an adjusted date that is specifically designed to meet the needs of the industry. The integrated Sunday will allow retailers to participate effortlessly without interrupting their day-to-day business. At the same time, the optimized timeframe creates more space for discussions, inspiration and networking – with a focus on innovations and market trends.

After the OutDoor 2025 pause, ISPO Munich will also become the central platform for the outdoor industry. This is where the entire sports and outdoor community gathers in one place – for exchange, new impulses and joint advancement of the industry.

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Automechanika Dubai –December 9 – 11, 2025

Welcome to Automechanika Dubai

The largest international trade show for the automotive aftermarket industry in the MEA region

The 21st edition of Automechanika Dubai concluded successfully at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

The event brought together 2,229 exhibitors from 62 countries and 21 international pavilions, offering visitors a comprehensive showcase of products and solutions. Over three days, the show welcomed 48,421 visitors from 149 countries, creating a dynamic environment for networking, live demonstrations, and facilitating strategic partnerships.

Automechanika Dubai continues to serve as a pivotal platform for the global automotive aftermarket industry, driving innovation, collaboration, and growth within the sector.

2025 show details:

Date: 9 – 11 December 2025
Time: 10am – 6pm
Venue: Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)

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Light + Intelligent Building Middle East – January 12 – 14, 2026

After an incredible edition this year,
Light + Intelligent Building Middle East will return from 12 – 14 January 2026

The three-day event, co-located with Intersec at the Dubai World Trade Centre, brings together global industry leaders, innovators, and government bodies, offering cutting-edge products, innovative solutions, and valuable insights into the evolution of lighting and intelligent building technologies through a variety of conferences and workshops.

Want to see how MENA’s leading event for lighting and building technology can help your business and its presence in the region? Contact us today

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Intersec –January 12 – 14, 2026

Intersec – the world’s premier event for Security, Safety and Fire Protection.

The 27th edition of Intersec will be held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum from 12-14 January 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

For more than two decades, Intersec has been a success story, offering growth potential to exhibitors and visitors as innovation across all our sectors continues to address new levels of threat and risk. This makes it more important than ever that those charged with maintaining national and international security, safety and providing state-of-the-art fire protection should meet and discuss strategies and solutions.

This mega gathering is a convention of leaders, policy makers, investment incubators, corporate partners and world-class start-ups, all working towards a safer tomorrow.

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EUROGUSS – January 13 – 15, 2026 

Since its inception, EUROGUSS has established itself as an indispensable platform for the entire die casting industry. It brings together experts, manufacturers, suppliers and decision-makers from all over the world to explore and present the latest innovations, technologies and solutions in the field of die casting.

At EUROGUSS, leading companies present their products and services along the entire die casting value chain, from raw materials to machinery and equipment to manufacturing technologies and end products.

In January, we are also celebrating a special event: the 30th anniversary of EUROGUSS – three decades of innovation, exchange and progress in the die casting industry. You too can be part of it!

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Heimtextil 2026 – January 13 – 16, 2026

Heimtextil 2026: Lead the Change!

Together towards success: Heimtextil is your global industry platform for home and contract textiles and textile design. As a strong partner, it guides you through the season: with innovations and know-how, trends, textile sustainability and order volumes of all sizes. Experience new inspiration and progressive designs with the Heimtextil Trends 26/27 and the collaboration with star designer Patricia Urquiola.  

In 2026, Heimtextil will add Flooring & Equipment to its range – and offer solutions for the entire textile and non-textile interior design sector. For even more synergies, business success and new contacts from all over the world!

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Opti 2026 – January 16 – 18, 2026

Don’t miss opti 2026 in Munich

opti – The international trade show for optics & design:

opti is the dynamic start to the year for the ophthalmic optics industry: an international platform for innovations, trends and pioneering technologies. This is where decision-makers meet leading brands and creative newcomers – for successful business deals, valuable contacts and concentrated industry power!

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IFAT Saudi Arabia 2026 –  January 26 – 28, 2026

Saudi Arabia’s dynamic water and waste market is your gateway to business growth in 2026

IFAT Saudi Arabia, organized by dmg events, licensed by Messe München, is making its eagerly awaited debut in Saudi Arabia from 26 – 28 January. The global network of IFAT with its 11 successful trade fairs in seven countries, will thus be expanded by a strategically important new event. The trade fair will be held at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center and will bring together the key players in waste, water and various environmental technologies.

The National Center for Waste Management (MWAN) will be the event’s Founding and Strategic Partner. MWAN has been leading a major transformation journey of the sector in Saudi Arabia through extensive regulatory and planning efforts that fully embody circular economy principles, while creating hundreds of opportunities for local and global investors, to build an advanced and modern waste infrastructure over the next decade.

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