MCR EXPO – Metal Circular Recycling 2025

Centro Fiera di Montichiari, as the event organizing secretariat, announces that the edition of “MCR EXPO - Metal Circular Recycling” scheduled for May 14, 15, and 16, 2025 is postponed to a date to be determined. For more information, please visit the event website.



Enter MCR EXPO, the Exhibition for Solutions in the Recovery and Reuse of Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metals Industry. Taking place from May 14 to 16, 2025 in Montichiari (Italy), it aims to serve as a meeting point and a showcase for all businesses operating within the supply chains that constitute the circular economy of metals.

Event focus

The European Union's 2050 decarbonization goal poses a significant challenge for the European metals industry. Traditionally, supply chains have been dedicated to recycling, recognizing that metals maintain substantial economic, energetic, and environmental value even at the end of their lifecycle. Presently, the renewed focus on this value has thrust recycling chains into the spotlight, capturing the attention of political, social, and economic stakeholders. This increased attention is rendering them more appealing for investments and the integration of new technologies. The national sectors involved are global leaders in capacity, innovation, and productivity. 
MCR EXPO is set to showcase the latest advancements in technologies, systems, machinery, and instruments tailored specifically for the metal recovery and recycling sector. The exhibition also includes a Trading Area featuring companies engaged in the trade of scrap and secondary metal in various forms. With its elevated specialization, MCR EXPO stands as the key event for the entire supply chain within this sector. The exhibition has proactively initiated collaborations with associations and authoritative bodies, aiming to understand the sector's needs and collectively navigate a path forward.

Visitor profile

MCR EXPO caters to a diverse and dynamic visitor profile, welcoming participants from various segments of the scrap recovery and recycling supply chains. This unique platform directly connects professionals with the latest technological advancements in the sector, fostering an environment for exploration and discovery. The exhibition serves as a meeting ground for operators to engage in discussions, share insights, and collectively address the imminent challenges on the horizon. The main visitor categories include car dismantlers, scrap dealers, companies in the metalworking industry, printers, shears, machining for chip removal, carpentry, automotive, industrial bodywork, weapons, cars, metallic packaging, industrial plant engineering, taps, electric engines, radiators, thermal plants, construction and doors and windows, pipes, batteries and batteries, telecommunications, networks and infrastructures, foundries, steel mills, building and industrial demolitions, treatment of urban and special waste, municipal administrations, public administration contracting stations, hauliers, and naval and rail transport. MCR EXPO provides a comprehensive space for these diverse professionals to connect, collaborate, and stay abreast of industry advancements.

Hot topics

The Exhibition for Solutions in the Recovery and Reuse of Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metals Industry, MCR EXPO, offers a comprehensive exploration of key topics shaping the industry's future. Covering aspects such as Collection Trade Logistics, the event delves into the intricate processes of efficiently gathering and transporting scrap materials. It then transitions to Scrap Treatment, providing insights into advanced techniques and technologies for processing scrap effectively. Merger Refining is another focal point, showcasing innovations in refining processes that enhance the quality of recovered metals. The exhibition also emphasizes Technologies, shedding light on cutting-edge solutions driving the industry's evolution. Environment Safety Certification takes center stage, highlighting the crucial certifications and measures ensuring sustainable and safe practices. Economy Markets explores market dynamics, while Energies focuses on sustainable energy practices within the metal recovery sector. MCR EXPO serves as a dynamic platform for industry professionals to engage with these critical themes and stay at the forefront of advancements.