China (Guangzhou) International Metal & Metallurgy Exhibition 2026

The China (Guangzhou) International Metal & Metallurgy Exhibition is one of the most established and comprehensive trade fairs in Asia for the metal and metallurgical industries. Held annually in May, the event takes place at the China Import and Export Fair Complex (Pazhou Complex) in Guangzhou, the largest exhibition venue in Asia. The upcoming edition will be held from May 16 to 18, 2026, and is expected to host hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of professional visitors from China and abroad.

A strategic event for the global metal industry

Organized by Guangzhou Julang Exhibition Design Co., Ltd., the Metal & Metallurgy Exhibition has grown to become a key business and innovation platform for professionals in steel, non-ferrous metals, and metal processing technologies. With decades of experience, the fair brings together leading companies, technical experts, and decision-makers from around the world. The Metal & Metallurgy Exhibition is held alongside several sector-specific events, enhancing cross-industry synergy. These include: China International Spring Industry Exhibition, China International Fastener & Equipment Exhibition, China International Tube & Pipe Industry Exhibition, China International Stainless Steel Industry Exhibition, China International Casting and Furnace Exhibition. This integrated format offers visitors a one-stop experience covering various facets of the metalworking and manufacturing landscape.

Comprehensive exhibition scope

The event showcases a full range of technologies, equipment, and materials across the metal industry value chain, including: Metal production and processing; Wire, tube, rod, and bar manufacturing; Welding, cutting, stamping, and forming machines; Heat treatment, casting, and industrial furnaces; Stainless steel, aluminum, copper, and specialty alloys; Automation, robotics, and process control; Scrap processing and metal recycling solutions. The exhibition attracts a diverse professional audience, including manufacturers, engineers, distributors, buyers, and R&D specialists from the automotive, construction, energy, and machinery sectors. It serves as a vital sourcing hub and a strategic meeting point for forming new partnerships and exploring market trends.

About the previous edition

In 2025, the exhibition drew approximately 40,000 professional visitors and featured 468 exhibiting companies from 28 countries and regions, spanning a display area of nearly 30,000 m². Also, the 2025 edition was attended by around 200,000 professional purchasers from over 30 countries. The 2024 edition reportedly attracted as many as 400,000 professional purchasers, with participants from over 40 countries, supported by coverage from more than 300 media outlets.