From September 21 - 24, 2026, wire & Tube China 2026 will once again be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. The two trade fairs are expected to cover a total exhibition area of over 115,000 square meters, attracting more than 1,600 exhibitors from around the world. Exhibitor registration is now open at www.wirechina.net/en and www.tubechina.net/en
Wire China 2026 will take place at the beginning of China's 15th Five-Year Plan, focusing on emerging application digital scenarios such as new energy, economy, intelligent manufacturing, marine economy, low-altitude economy, new energy vehicles and infrastructure upgrades. The exhibition will address the new demands for wire and cable materials, showcasing manufacturing solutions across multiple sectors, including power cables, special cables, smart cables, high-voltage and ultra-high-voltage cables, aluminum alloy cables, black wire rod, high-frequency and high-speed cables.
Tube China 2026 will focus on advancing energy-saving and environmental protection, introducing green and low-carbon solutions to accelerate the industry's sustainable transformation. Innovations in tube industry process technology will emphasize the deep integration of digitalization and intelligent technologies to promote product structure optimization and technological advancement. The widespread use of lightweight materials not only reduces production costs but also enhances the performance and applicability of pipes. The tube industry is moving toward a more environmentally friendly, smarter and more efficient future, providing optimized solutions for the equipment manufacturing industry.
As an important part of the international wire and tube portfolio of Messe Düsseldorf in Germany, wire & Tube China has always adhered to its international development direction. The previous edition of the two trade fairs attracted 53,173 professional visitors from 99 countries and regions, with an increasing proportion of overseas buyers. It is expected that the number of visitors in 2026 will exceed 55,000. By then, wire China 2026 will feature even stronger national and regional pavilions, including Germany, Italy, Austria, France, China and Taiwan, showcasing globally renowned brands and cutting-edge technologies. In addition, several international industry organizations and leading companies have confirmed their participation, further enhancing the exhibitions’ global reach.
Tube China 2026 will feature three sub-industry exhibitions: Thermprocess China, Saw and Laser Cutting China and the newly launched Nonferrous Metals China. The collaboration of multiple exhibitions will provide comprehensive coverage from raw materials, machinery and equipment and auxiliary technologies to finished products, creating a one-stop procurement and industry networking platform for visitors.
Wire China 2026 will also host the China Wire and Cable Industry Conference, the Wire and Cable Technical Exchange Meeting (Wire and Cable Forum), the “Top 100 Most Competitive Enterprises in China’s Wire and Cable industry in 2026” and the Theme Route Tour for Dedicated Products. Tube China 2026 will offer a range of conferences and guided tours, including the China International Steel Tube and Pipe Summit, bringing together industry leaders, renowned scholars and technical experts to discuss innovation trends and share industry insights.
For further information on visiting or exhibiting at wire or Tube China 2026, contact Messe Düsseldorf North America; Telephone: (312) 781-5180; E-mail:
