The Russian electronics industry is at a critical juncture in 2026. With the government’s drive for “technological sovereignty” and the urgent need to replace disrupted Western supply chains, electronic components have become a strategic priority. For manufacturers, distributors, and engineers, this year’s exhibition calendar offers essential platforms to connect with Russia’s rapidly expanding domestic electronics ecosystem.
The market dynamics are compelling. Russia’s electronics market has grown 1.5-fold in recent years, domestic production has doubled, and the registry of Russian industrial products has expanded 18 times to nearly 39,000 items. This growth, fueled by national procurement preferences and import substitution policies, has created unprecedented demand for components, production equipment, and embedded systems.
The Industry Giant: ExpoElectronica 2027 (April 13–15, Crocus Expo, Moscow)
ExpoElectronica stands as the undisputed leader—the largest international exhibition of electronics in Russia and the EAEU by number of exhibitors and visitors. The 29th edition will take place on April 13–15, 2027, at Crocus Expo, Moscow, bringing together over 800 participants from Russia, Belarus, China, and beyond.
Event Scale and Reach
| Metric | Data |
|---|---|
| Dates | April 13–15, 2027 |
| Venue | Crocus Expo, Pavilion 3, Moscow |
| Exhibitors | 800+ companies |
| Exhibition Area | 35,000+ square meters |
| Visitors | 22,000+ professionals |
| Business Program Speakers | 150+ industry experts |
Comprehensive Exhibition Sections
ExpoElectronica 2026 covered the entire electronics production chain across four key sections:
1. Electronic Components, Modules and Accessories
The heart of the exhibition featured semiconductors, connectors, passive components, microcircuits, memory devices, and integrated circuits. Major Russian manufacturers including Element Group, Roselectronics holding companies, Milandr, Aedon, Proton-Electrotex, and Elvis presented their latest developments.
2. Technologies, Equipment and Materials for Electronics Production
Over 150 units of technological and measurement equipment were on display. This section addressed one of the industry’s most pressing needs: replacing imported production equipment with domestic and friendly-nation alternatives. Russian developers presented analogies of imported equipment, as well as unique domestic solutions running on proprietary software.
3. Embedded Systems
This section showcased microcontroller platforms, system-on-module solutions, and industrial computing hardware critical for automation and IoT applications.
4. Robotics and Artificial Intelligence
Reflecting broader digitalization trends, this area featured industrial robots, AI-enabled systems, and automation solutions.
The ExpoCifra Synergy
Running concurrently and in the same venue, ExpoCifra 2027 (the exhibition of information technologies and digital transformation solutions) will create a powerful synergy. Together, the combined events will bring together more than 700 companies and attract approximately 30,000 specialists from over 12,000 industrial enterprises across Russia, the EAEU, and friendly nations.
ExpoCifra’s sections include:
- IT infrastructure and communication technologies
- Smart manufacturing and automation
- Digitalization of business, cities, and industry
- Electronic transport and navigation systems
Business Program Highlights
The business program unfold across two dedicated stages—Electronics Arena and Digital Arena—featuring 150+ industry experts. Key thematic tracks included:
- Market Analytics: Forecasts and expectations of major electronics companies
- Import-Independent Electronics: Requirements and implementation practices for trusted electronics
- RISC-V Ecosystem: Development, engineering, and industrial applications of open instruction set architecture
- Industry Digitalization: AI, automation, robotization, and integration of digital solutions
- CAD and Software: Design tools for electronic products
- Engineering Challenges: Production technologies, new materials, and process optimization
- Human Resources: Training and workforce development for the electronics industry
- International Cooperation: Partnerships with friendly nations
The program also featured the annual “Electronics” Award ceremony, honoring industry achievements.
Who Attend
The audience comprise precisely the decision-makers suppliers need to reach. According to organizer data, 60% are executives and decision-makers, with engineers and developers representing another significant segment. Notably, 40% of visitors represent manufacturing companies, ensuring high-value applied contacts and real contracting opportunities.
Major enterprises represented include industrial giants, aerospace and defense contractors, telecommunications providers, financial sector IT leaders, logistics companies, and medical equipment manufacturers.
The Fall Anchor: Electronics of Russia 2026 (November 24–26, Moscow)
For those focused specifically on domestic Russian production and import substitution, the International Exhibition-Forum “Electronics of Russia” provides a strategic counterpoint to the spring events. Scheduled for November 24–26, 2026, at Crocus Expo, this event enjoys official support from the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade.
Strategic Positioning
While ExpoElectronica emphasizes international participation, “Electronics of Russia” focuses on domestic manufacturers and the complete product cycle—from basic components to high-tech end solutions. The event is organized by MVK Exhibition Company with partnership from the Basis Consortium, an industry association.
The forum’s five-year history has coincided with remarkable industry growth. At the 2025 opening ceremony, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Vasily Shpak noted that the market for electronic equipment and complex systems had grown 1.5-fold, while domestic production doubled.
Exhibition Scope
The 2026 edition will feature developments across 16 key directions:
| Category | Specific Focus Areas |
|---|---|
| Components & Materials | Electronic components, production equipment and materials |
| Computing & Storage | Computer equipment, data storage systems |
| Communications | Telecommunications equipment and communication devices |
| Navigation | Navigation equipment and systems |
| Unmanned Systems | UAVs and drone technologies |
| Robotics | Industrial robots and automation |
| Security | Safety systems and digital identification |
| Optoelectronics | Optical, optoelectronic and laser equipment |
| Control Systems | Automated process control systems (APCS) |
| Lighting | Lighting equipment |
| Medical Electronics | Medical device manufacturing |
| Educational Technology | Educational telematics |
| Consumer Electronics | Household electronics |
| Design Services | Electronic product design services |
| Software | Software solutions |
Known Exhibitors
Confirmed participants for 2026 include prominent Russian manufacturers:
- Global Engineering
- Izhevsk Radio Plant
- Hackel
- Radiant-Elcom
- Infostera
- Radiocomp
- Kontakt Research and Production Company
- Kristallit (presenting full-cycle PCB contract manufacturing)
- Savtek
- Kontaktmodul R&D Enterprise
- Aerolife
- Cryosystems
- Arma RPA
- Placer
- Zelenograd Nanotechnology Center
- Kricystalit, and many others
What Exhibitors Are Presenting
Radiant-EC (Radiant-Elcom) will showcase a wide range of electronic components, including interference suppression filters, connectors, integrated circuits, microwave amplifiers, and bandpass filters. Special attention will be given to hardware-software complexes: debug boards, log-periodic antennas, and power amplifiers for electromagnetic compatibility testing.
Kristallit will demonstrate full-cycle PCB contract manufacturing capabilities—from development and prototyping to series production. Their emphasis on high-precision processing, modern materials, and flexible production processes addresses the critical need for rapid time-to-market in the current environment.
Audience Profile
The visitor profile mirrors that of ExpoElectronica, with decision-makers and engineers dominating attendance. Crucially, the end-user base extends beyond traditional industrial sectors to include IT, financial organizations, logistics, insurance, and construction companies.
The Specialized Summit: RADEL 2026 (September 23–25, St. Petersburg, ExpoForum)
RADEL 2026 will take place on September 23–25 at ExpoForum Convention and Exhibition Centre in St. Petersburg. The event focuses specifically on electronic components, subsystems, and assemblies. Expected attendance includes approximately 200 exhibitors from 15 countries and 8,000+ professional visitors.
Strategic Value
The RADEL exhibition is not a simple component showroom, but an examination ground for whether you can integrate into the local electronics ecosystem”. For international suppliers, key buyer requirements include:
- Long-term supply guarantees (not spot-market availability)
- Russian-language documentation and GOST/EAC certification support
- Compatibility with existing design platforms
- Local FAE support (for complex components like MCUs)
Demand is particularly strong for passive components (MLCCs, aluminum electrolytic capacitors), general-purpose ICs, LED drivers, industrial connectors, and RoHS/REACH-compliant modules.
Sensitive sectors (defense, nuclear) have additional licensing requirements, but commercial applications prioritize technical compliance and stable lead times.
The Power-Focused Event: Elektro 2026 (June 8–10, Moscow)
While not exclusively an electronic components exhibition, Elektro—the 34th International Exhibition for Electrical Equipment, Lighting Engineering, and Building Automation—deserves mention for its relevance to power electronics and industrial automation components.
Event Overview
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Dates | June 8–10, 2026 |
| Venue | Crocus Expo, Moscow |
| History | Founded 1972—over 50 years of industry presence |
| Scale | Russia’s largest electrical industry exhibition |
What You’ll Find
Elektro 2026 covers the full range of electrical equipment and solutions for power engineering, manufacturing industries, construction, transport, and urban infrastructure.
Confirmed exhibitors include major electrical companies:
| Russian/EAEU | International |
|---|---|
| Systeme Electric | Finder |
| DKC | Makelsan |
| HD Electric Rus | ANDELI GROUP |
| EAE | Vacuum |
| NEC Industrial Group | CNC Electric |
| KIT-Energo | |
| Nord Industries | |
| Nucon Energy | |
| Podolskkabel | |
| Promsytex |
Component Relevance
For electronic component suppliers, Elektro offers access to buyers of:
- Power modules and semiconductor devices
- Industrial control components (relays, contactors, circuit protection)
- Building automation electronics
- Lighting control components
- Cable and wiring products
The exhibition’s shift to Crocus Expo for 2026—the same venue as ExpoElectronica and Electronics of Russia—suggests potential future synergy among these events.
Electronic Components Events Calendar
| Event | Dates | Venue | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| ExpoElectronica | April 13–15, 2027 | Crocus Expo, Moscow | Full electronics chain: components to embedded systems |
| ExpoCifra 2026 | April 13–15, 2027 | Crocus Expo, Moscow | IT, digital transformation, industrial automation |
| Elektro 2026 | June 8–10, 2026 | Crocus Expo, Moscow | Electrical equipment, power components, industrial automation |
| RADEL 2026 | September 23–25, 2026 | ExpoForum (St. Petersburg) | Electronic components, subsystems, military/aerospace focus |
| Electronics of Russia 2026 | November 24–26, 2026 | Crocus Expo, Moscow | Domestic components, full product cycle, import substitution |
Strategic Takeaways for Exhibitors and Attendees
For Component Manufacturers and Distributors
ExpoElectronica remains your primary target. The April event attracted 800+ exhibitors and 22,000+ qualified buyers, including representatives from Russia’s largest industrial enterprises. The concentration of decision-makers (58% executives) and engineers makes this the most efficient sales channel.
Electronics of Russia offers a complementary audience in November, specifically focused on domestic supply chains. If your product can be positioned as an import substitution solution, this is the ideal platform.
For Production Equipment Suppliers
The equipment and materials section at ExpoElectronica is a critical opportunity. With the departure of Western suppliers, Russian manufacturers are actively seeking alternative sources for:
- Semiconductor fabrication equipment
- PCB assembly lines
- Test and measurement instruments
- Cleanroom materials
The exhibition featured 150+ units of technological equipment in 2026, with strong interest in domestically developed alternatives to imported machinery.
For Embedded Systems and Software Providers
The ExpoCifra co-location provides access to systems integrators and automation specialists. The embedded systems section at ExpoElectronica and the software focus at ExpoCifra create a complete technology stack audience.
For International Suppliers
The market has shifted. Western brands are largely absent, creating opportunity for suppliers from China, Turkey, India, and other friendly nations. However, success requires:
- Local documentation: Russian-language datasheets and manuals
- Certification readiness: EAC/GOST compliance
- Supply chain stability: Demonstrated ability to deliver consistently
- Local support: Technical assistance for complex components
For Defense and Aerospace Suppliers
RADEL is positioned as the defense electronics sector’s mandatory exhibition. The Russian defense electronics localization target for 2026 is 75%, creating substantial demand for high-reliability connectors, radiation-hardened chips, and other specialty components.
Practical Information
Registration
For future events, advance registration is typically free and available on each exhibition’s official website. The 2026 edition of ExpoElectronica offered complimentary tickets with promo codes distributed through industry partners.
Language
Russian is the working language for all domestic events. International participants should arrange interpretation or bring Russian-speaking representatives. Major exhibitors often provide English-Russian materials.
Venue Access
Crocus Expo is located at the 65-66 km mark of the MKAD ring road, with the Myakinino metro station providing direct access. Free parking is available.
Visa Requirements
Russia requires visas for most nationalities. For professionals attending multiple events, a business visa with multiple entries is recommended. Process times typically range from 2-4 weeks.
Electronic components exhibition calendar in Russia tells a clear story: this is an industry in transformation, and the gates are open to new suppliers.
ExpoElectronica remains the undisputed flagship—the place where the largest deals are made and the broadest range of products is displayed. Electronics of Russia provides a complementary domestic-focused platform. RADEL serves specialized and defense-oriented segments. And Elektro covers the power electronics vertical.
For international component manufacturers, production equipment suppliers, and embedded systems providers, the message is unambiguous: the Russian market is actively seeking alternatives, government support for domestic electronics has never been stronger, and the exhibition calendar above maps your entry points.
Whether you are selling passive components, complex SoCs, production line equipment, or embedded software, being present at these events is no longer optional—it is essential for understanding and accessing one of the world’s most dynamic electronics markets in 2026 and beyond.
