Russia’s construction sector is experiencing a significant transformation, driven by ambitious infrastructure development plans, import substitution initiatives, and strengthening trade ties with Asia and the CIS region. In 2026/27, several major trade shows across Moscow and regional venues will serve as critical platforms for manufacturers, suppliers, contractors, and industry professionals.
Here is a comprehensive guide to Russia’s largest and most influential construction industry trade shows in 2026/27.
MosBuild 2026
- Industry: Construction, building materials, interiors, and finishing
- Location: Moscow, Crocus Expo International Exhibition Center
- Dates: March 31 – April 3, 2026
- Frequency: Annual (31st edition in 2026)
- Scale: 1,000+ exhibitors | 80,000+ professional visitors | 16 specialized sectors
Overview: MosBuild is the largest international construction and interior exhibition in Russia, the CIS, and Eastern Europe. Since its launch in 1995, it has evolved into the region’s most influential marketplace for construction, renovation, architecture, and interior design.
The 2026 edition is expected to be the largest in its history, reflecting the growing importance of the exhibition as a deal-making and market-entry platform for Eurasia. The event brings together manufacturers and suppliers of building and finishing materials, sanitary ware, lighting, window technologies, furniture, and interior solutions with wholesalers, retailers, construction companies, property developers, and design professionals from across Russia and neighboring markets.
Visitor Profile: In 2025, the exhibition attracted 80,748 professionals from 86 Russian regions. According to organizers:
- 93% of attendees influenced purchasing decisions
- 85% visited to discover new products and industry insights
- 45% were first-time visitors
Business Program Highlights:
- Architectural Lecture Hall: Events featuring leading architects, designers, developers, and building material manufacturers
- MosBuild Decorium: Lecture space with star designers and representatives of leading interior brands
- DIY Forum: Russia’s largest specialized event for the Do-It-Yourself market
- Big Window Forum: Meeting place for dealers, window manufacturers, and component suppliers
- MosBuild Architecture & Design Awards (MADA): Annual award supporting young architects
Government Support: MosBuild is recognized as a strategic event, with regional governments such as the Republic of Tatarstan offering support programs covering exhibition space rental, stand construction, translation services, and transfer arrangements for qualifying businesses.
Market Context: The exhibition serves as a gateway to Russia’s $260 billion construction market. Against the backdrop of shifting global supply chains, Turkish construction expertise is gaining renewed traction in Russia, particularly in sanitary ware, ceramics, and building chemicals, where demand for alternatives to Western European brands has increased. Turkish firms have delivered over $103 billion worth of projects in Russia to date.
RosBuild 2027 (Part of Russian Construction Week)
- Industry: Building and finishing materials, technologies
- Location: Moscow, Timiryazev Centre (Expocentre)
- Dates: February 24–26, 2027
- Frequency: Annual (8th edition)
Overview: RosBuild is the central event of Russian Construction Week, a comprehensive industry gathering that also includes the World of Glass exhibition and the Forum for Building the Future of Russia Together. The 2026 edition occupied 7,400 square meters and featured participants from Russia, Belarus, and Uzbekistan.
Supporting Organizations: Russian Construction Week is organized by EXPOCENTRE AO with support from:
- Russian Ministry of Construction, Housing and Utilities
- National Association of Home Builders
- National Association of Manufacturers of Building Materials, Products and Structures
- Russian Union of Designers
Co-located Exhibition – World of Glass: This international exhibition for glass products, manufacturing, processing, and finishing technology welcomed 172 exhibitors from seven countries: Russia, Belarus, China, France, Italy, Singapore, and Turkey. The show focuses on digitalization, high-tech equipment, automation of production, quality control, special coatings, architectural solutions, and glass containers.
Conference Program: Russian Construction Week 2026 featured more than 50 events, including:
- Olympics of Developers
- 11th Russian Meeting on the Development of Housing Construction
- TOP Residential Complex 2026 awards ceremony
- Low House Russia Conference
- Practical guided tours covering more than 20 new buildings in Moscow and the Moscow region
CTT Expo 2026
- Industry: Construction equipment, machinery, and technologies
- Location: Moscow, Crocus Expo International Exhibition Center
- Dates: May 26–29, 2026
- Frequency: Annual (26th edition)
- Scale: 112,500 sq. m. | 3,000+ units of machinery | 70,000+ visitors expected
Overview: CTT Expo is the undisputed leader in the Russian construction equipment market and the largest international trade fair for construction equipment and technologies in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Since its founding in 1999, it has established itself as the essential communication platform for the construction industry.
The exhibition brings together representatives from all regions of Russia and a broad international audience, serving as a critical hub for face-to-face business dialogue in an era of market transformation.
Exhibitor Profile: Leading manufacturers and distributors confirmed for 2026 include:
- Chinese majors: LiuGong, Sany, XCMG, Zoomlion, Lovol, LGMG, Dingli, XGMA
- Russian and CIS: Amkodor, Techstroykontrakt, Rusbusinessauto, Rostselmash, UMG, KEMZ, DST Desna, Professional, GC Traditsiya K, Dormashina
- International brands: Reschke Rus, Elkon, Meka, Promax, Baumech
CTT Expo is part of a unique EXPO+ format uniting five major industry exhibitions under one roof, creating exceptional cross-sector synergy:
| Co-located Exhibition | Focus |
|---|---|
| СТТ Expo | Construction equipment and technologies |
| MINING СТТ | Mining equipment and machinery (2026 premiere) |
| COMvex | Commercial vehicles and technologies |
| СТО Expo | Spare parts, equipment, and services |
| Logistika Expo | Transport and warehouse logistics |
Visitor Profile: CTT Expo attracts high-level decision-makers from leading Russian companies, including:
- Energy sector: Rosneft, Novatek, Gazprom, Lukoil, Surgutneftegaz
- Mining and metals: ALROSA, RUSAL, Norilsk Nickel, UGMK, PhosAgro, EVRAZ
- Infrastructure: Moscow Metro, Mosmetrostroy, RosKapStroy
- Construction: MosStroyTrans, Kursky Zavod KPD, SpetsDorStroy
Business Program – CTT Forum: Over four days, the CTT Forum brings together more than 1,500 participants for discussions on:
- Industrial and road construction
- Demolition work
- Service and equipment rental
- Technical maintenance
- Digital technologies
Partner industry associations include Rosasphalt, the Russia-China Strategic Partnership Council in Mechanical Engineering, the Concrete Roads Association, the International Foundation Builders Association, and NAAST (National Association of Construction Equipment Lessors).
Innovation Competition: The “Innovation in Construction Equipment in Russia” competition, an integral part of CTT Expo since 2018, recognizes the best domestic developments, new solutions, and breakthrough technologies. Applications are open across nine categories, with the awards ceremony taking place on May 27.
Market Context: Russia remains China’s largest export destination for construction machinery. In 2025, Chinese construction equipment exports to Russia reached $63.6 billion, accounting for 12.04% of China’s total construction machinery exports. According to the Russian government’s “2030 Infrastructure Development Plan,” Russia will invest $105–200 billion between 2026 and 2030 in upgrading high-speed rail, Arctic ports, and other projects.
Mining CTT 2026 (Premiere)
- Industry: Mining equipment and technologies
- Location: Moscow, Crocus Expo International Exhibition Center
- Dates: May 26–29, 2026 (co-located with CTT Expo)
- Frequency: Annual (premiere edition)
Overview: In response to growing interest from both visitors—with over 15,000 attendees seeking mining industry suppliers and partners—and exhibitors, the mining equipment and technology section has been launched as a dedicated exhibition, MINING CTT, premiering in 2026.
Confirmed Exhibitors: Mining industry leaders participating include BELAZ, AltaiBurMash (ZEGA), GPB COMPLECT (ESTAR), LiuGong, Sany, Zoomlion, Reschke Rus, Professional, NFLG, Chetra, Techstroykontrakt, and LONMADI/KVINTMADI.
Rosmould 2026
- Industry: Molds, dies, tools, and production technologies
- Location: Moscow, Crocus Expo International Exhibition Center
- Dates: June 16–19, 2026
- Frequency: Annual (21st edition)
Overview: Rosmould is the international exhibition for molds, dies, tools, and production technologies, serving the manufacturing and industrial sectors.
Strategic Considerations for International Exhibitors and Visitors
Government Support Programs
Regional governments, particularly the Republic of Tatarstan, offer significant support for business participation in major industry events. Support can cover:
- Exhibition space rental
- Stand construction
- Rental of additional equipment
- Translation of presentation materials and commercial proposals
- Organization of translators
- Transfer in the exhibition city
Participants are generally responsible only for the registration fee and, if necessary, rental of unequipped exhibition space.
Market Opportunities
For Construction Equipment (CTT Expo):
- Russia remains the largest export market for Chinese construction machinery
- Major infrastructure investments planned through 2030 ($105–200 billion)
- Growing demand for mining equipment as Russia develops Arctic and Far East resources
- Need for comprehensive service and parts supply—opportunity for “equipment supplier to service provider” transition
For Building Materials and Interiors (MosBuild):
- $260 billion construction market
- Import substitution creates openings for non-Western suppliers
- Turkish construction expertise in high demand, with $103 billion in completed Russian projects
- Strong presence of Chinese, Indian, Turkish, Belarusian, and Uzbek manufacturers
Registration and Planning
CTT Expo 2026:
- Venue: Crocus Expo (Pavilion 1, Halls 1, 2, 3; Pavilion 2, Halls 5, 7, 8; and outdoor area)
- Registration required for trade visitors only
- Promo code available for visitor registration
MosBuild 2026:
- Venue: Crocus Expo
- Registration for professional visitors
- Business community platform: MosBuild Connect for year-round networking
Note: Prospective exhibitors and visitors are advised to confirm details with official event organizers prior to travel or participation.
