The 32nd International Industrial Exhibition Metal-Expo is set to return to St. Petersburg from November 10 to 13, 2026, solidifying its position as the key event of the autumn Metals Week. Following a successful debut in Russia’s Northern Capital in 2025, the exhibition will once again take place at the modern Expoforum Convention and Exhibition Centre.
A Global Gathering of Industry Leaders
Metal-Expo 2026 is expected to bring together more than 600 companies from Russia and abroad, including participants from China, Belarus, India, Iran, Turkey, Uzbekistan, Germany, and other nations. The event anticipates over 25,000 visitors representing enterprises from various sectors across Russia and neighboring countries. As a UFI-approved event, Metal-Expo serves as a vital meeting point for professionals in the ferrous and non-ferrous sectors, as well as related industries such as construction, automotive, and engineering.
The exhibition spans four pavilions at Expoforum, featuring key players in ferrous and non-ferrous metallurgy, engineering companies, and manufacturers of steel structures and metal products. An important thematic component is MetallurgMash’2026, dedicated specifically to metalworking and mechanical engineering.
New Investment Projects Take Center Stage
A highlight of Metal-Expo 2026 will be the presentation of Russia’s latest metallurgical investment projects. According to Alexey Efimov, General Director of Metal-Expo, these include:
- An electric steelmaking complex for steel billet production
- A cold rolling mill for stainless flat products
- An iron ore pellet production facility
- A melting and casting complex
- A seamless aluminium tube extrusion plant
- A continuous hot-dip galvanising line
- Several rolling and electric welded pipe production facilities
- A plant for processing zinc-containing materials
These projects reflect the ongoing modernization and capacity expansion within Russia’s metallurgical sector.
Comprehensive Business Programme
The exhibition’s conference programme will feature more than 40 specialized conferences, round tables, seminars, and presentations. Experts will address critical issues facing the metals market, including:
- Technologies and equipment for modern metal product manufacturing
- Protective coatings in metallurgy and metal processing
- Digitalisation and automation of production processes
- Engineering and design in steel construction
- Import substitution and foundry industry development
- Marketing and communications in metallurgy
The events will be held with support from leading industry organizations, including the Russian Union of Metal and Steel Suppliers, the Zinc Development Center, TsNIIPSK, the Steel Construction Development Association, NUST MISIS, the Russian Steel Association, and others.
Industry Recognition and Awards
Traditionally, Metal-Expo serves as the platform for industry competitions and award ceremonies. In 2026, ten industry competitions will be held, with winners recognized during the exhibition. These awards celebrate excellence and innovation across the metallurgical sector.
Practical Information
Date: November 10–13, 2026
Venue: Expoforum Convention and Exhibition Centre, St. Petersburg, Russia
Attendance: Free, with visitor registration available on the official website
Metal-Expo 2026 promises to be an essential event for anyone involved in the metallurgical industry, offering unparalleled opportunities for networking, business development, and knowledge exchange. As the industry continues to evolve, the exhibition remains a vital platform for showcasing innovation and shaping the future of metals production and processing.
