Russia’s industrial sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by import substitution initiatives, ambitious infrastructure development plans, and strengthening trade partnerships with Asia, the Middle East, and CIS countries. In 2026/27, the country’s major exhibition venues—particularly Moscow’s Crocus Expo and Timiryazev Centre, along with regional hubs like Yekaterinburg and Kazan—will host a diverse array of industrial trade shows covering everything from machine tools and metallurgy to plastics, packaging, and energy.
Here is a comprehensive guide to Russia’s largest and most influential industrial trade shows in 2026/27.
Machinery, Machine Tools & Metalworking
Metalloobrabotka 2026 (International Machine Tool Exhibition)
- Industry: Machine tools, metalworking equipment, and technologies
- Location: Moscow, Crocus Expo International Exhibition Center
- Dates: May 12–15, 2026
- Frequency: Annual (established 1984)
- Scale: 40,000 sq. m. | 1,070+ exhibitors | 45,000+ professional visitors
Overview: Metalloobrabotka is the leading machine tool and metalworking exhibition in Russia and Eastern Europe. Since its inception in 1984, it has been a cornerstone event for the industry, bringing together manufacturers, distributors, and end-users from across the region. The exhibition is organized by Expocentre AO in partnership with Messe Düsseldorf and enjoys support from the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs, and the European Association of Machine Tool Industries (CECIMO).
Key Exhibitor Statistics: The 2025 edition featured 1,200 exhibitors from 7 countries, including Belarus, China, India, Italy, Russia, South Korea, and Turkey. Visitor attendance reached 45,000 professionals, representing a 15% increase over the previous year.
Exhibit Profile:
- Metal Cutting Machines: CNC machining centers, lathes, milling machines, grinding machines, EDM equipment
- Metal Forming Machinery: Presses, forging equipment, sheet metal machinery, laser cutting systems
- Welding & Cutting Equipment: Arc welding, resistance welding, plasma cutting, laser welding
- Tooling & Accessories: Cutting tools, abrasives, diamond tools, workholding devices
- Measurement & Control: CMMs, optical measurement systems, process control equipment, CAD/CAM/CAE software
- Industrial Automation: Robotics, control systems, sensors, drives
- Additive Manufacturing: 3D printers and related technologies
- Heat Treatment & Surface Coating: Furnaces, coating equipment, finishing technologies
Government Support: This exhibition is included in China’s provincial-level foreign trade promotion programs, with participating enterprises eligible for subsidy support. Similarly, the Republic of Tatarstan offers support covering exhibition space rental, stand construction, translation services, and transfer arrangements for qualifying businesses.
Market Context: Russia imported $145.8 billion worth of machinery and transport equipment in 2025, accounting for 51.1% of total imports. China remains Russia’s largest trading partner, with bilateral trade reaching $240.1 billion in 2025. The Russian government’s industrial modernization initiatives continue to drive demand for advanced metalworking equipment.
Industrial Equipment & Technologies
INNOPROM 2026 (International Industrial Trade Fair)
- Industry: Comprehensive industrial technologies and innovations
- Location: Yekaterinburg, IEC Yekaterinburg-EXPO
- Dates: July 6-9, 2026
- Frequency: Annual (established 2010)
- Partner Country: Indonesia
Overview: INNOPROM is Russia’s premier international industrial exhibition, often described as the “Russian Hannover Messe.” It serves as a flagship platform for showcasing the latest industrial technologies, fostering international cooperation, and facilitating technology transfer. The event is organized with the direct support of the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade and typically features a prominent partner country each year. For 2026, Indonesia has been designated as the partner country, reflecting growing Russia-ASEAN industrial cooperation.
Global Expansion: INNOPROM has evolved into a global brand with international editions in 2026:
- INNOPROM Saudi Arabia: Riyadh, February 8–10, 2026 (inaugural edition outside CIS)
- INNOPROM Central Asia: Tashkent, Uzbekistan, April 20–22, 2026 (sixth edition)
- INNOPROM Russia: Yekaterinburg, July 6-9, 2026 (flagship edition)
- INNOPROM Belarus: Minsk, September 30 – October 2, 2026
- INNOPROM India: New Delhi, planned for late 2026 (inaugural edition)
Exhibit Profile: The exhibition covers a complete industrial spectrum:
- Mining and metallurgy
- Energy equipment and technologies
- Industrial automation and robotics
- Mechanical engineering
- Advanced materials and composites
- Digital transformation and industrial IT
- Chemical engineering
- Pharmaceuticals and medical technology
Saudi Arabia Edition Highlights: The Riyadh edition features over 250 companies showcasing:
- Energy sector technologies (including small-modular nuclear reactors)
- Industrial IT solutions and AI-driven geodata platforms
- Civil aviation drones and autonomous maritime transport
- Advanced metallurgy
- Pharmaceuticals
- High-capacity tractors for oil, gas, and construction
- The “Chestny ZNAK” product tracking system (digital marking infrastructure)
Strategic Significance: INNOPROM’s expansion into Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, Belarus, and India reflects the strategic priorities of Russian manufacturers seeking new partners, investors, and opportunities for localized production. Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 industrial re-equipment program, Uzbekistan’s demand for industrial transport and road machinery, and India’s industrial growth all align with Russian industrial capabilities.
Yekaterinburg Industrial Exhibition (INNOPROM-URAL)
- Industry: Comprehensive industrial manufacturing and technologies
- Location: Yekaterinburg
- Dates: July 6–9, 2026
- Scale: 50,000 sq. m. | 943+ exhibitors | 52,000+ professional visitors (2025 figures)
Overview: This is the flagship industrial exhibition of the Urals region, Russia’s industrial heartland. Organized by the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Sverdlovsk Region Government, the exhibition enjoys high-level government support. The opening ceremony is traditionally attended by Russia’s Prime Minister or Deputy Prime Minister, and the event brings together industrial ministers and industry decision-makers from across Eurasia.
Exhibit Profile:
- Mechanical engineering and components manufacturing
- Industrial automation and robotics
- Digital technologies and industrial software
- Metallurgy and advanced materials
- Manufacturing technologies
- Smart city solutions
- Industrial services and consulting
Geographic Reach: Yekaterinburg’s location at the crossroads of Europe and Asia provides unique access to markets across the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), including Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan, as well as Central Asian countries like Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Azerbaijan. The region surrounding Yekaterinburg is one of Russia’s most developed industrial areas, with concentrations of machine building, metallurgy, and chemical industries.
Government Support: The exhibition is included in the Jiangsu Provincial Department of Commerce’s 2026 foreign trade promotion program, with participating Chinese enterprises eligible for subsidy support.
Plastics, Rubber & Chemicals
RUPLASTICA 2026
- Industry: Plastics and rubber
- Location: Moscow, Crocus Expo International Exhibition Center
- Dates: January 26–29, 2027
- Frequency: Annual
- Scale: 1,000+ exhibitors from 20+ countries
Overview: RUPLASTICA is the leading trade fair for plastics and rubber in Russia and the CIS. The 2026 edition brought together over 1,000 companies from more than 20 countries, including Russia, Turkey, Iran, China, and India. The exhibition is co-located with UPAKEXPO (packaging) and RECYCLING SOLUTIONS, creating a comprehensive platform for the polymer, packaging, and recycling industries.
Exhibit Profile:
- Machinery & Equipment: Injection molding machines, extrusion lines, blow molding equipment, thermoforming machines
- Raw Materials: Thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers, additives, masterbatches, reinforcements
- Finished Products: Plastic and rubber components, semi-finished goods
- Recycling Solutions: Equipment and technologies for plastic recycling, waste management
- Additive Manufacturing: Industrial 3D printing technologies and materials
- Services: Consulting, testing, certification
Business Program Highlights:
- POLYMER PLAZA: Polymer industry forum
- INNOVATION PACK: Packaging and printing discussion platform
- RECYCLING SOLUTIONS: Conference on recycling economics
- ADDITIVE MINDED: Expert sessions on industrial 3D printing
Packaging & Printing
RosUpack 2026 (International Packaging Exhibition)
- Industry: Packaging machinery, materials, and technologies
- Location: Moscow, Crocus Expo International Exhibition Center
- Dates: June 16–19, 2026
- Frequency: Annual
- Scale: One of the largest packaging exhibitions in Eastern Europe
Overview: RosUpack is a globally recognized packaging exhibition and one of the largest in Russia, the CIS, and Eastern Europe. It provides a comprehensive platform for the entire packaging value chain, from machinery and materials to finished packaging and recycling solutions.
Exhibit Profile:
- Packaging Machinery: Food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic packaging lines; filling, sealing, labeling, coding equipment
- Packaging Materials: Plastic, metal, glass, and paper packaging; biodegradable and eco-friendly materials
- Finished Packaging: Flexible packaging, rigid containers, cartons, boxes
- Labels & Printing: Labeling systems, tags, barcodes, security labels
- Warehousing & Logistics: Palletizing equipment, warehousing systems, material handling
- Recycling: Waste processing equipment, recycling technologies
Government Support: This exhibition is included in Jiangxi Province’s 2026 key overseas exhibition program, with participating enterprises eligible for government subsidies.
Energy & Power
Russian Energy Week 2026 (REW)
- Industry: Oil, gas, power generation, renewable energy
- Location: Moscow, Manege Central Exhibition Hall and Gostiny Dvor Atrium
- Dates: October 14–16, 2026
- Frequency: Annual
- Organizer: Roscongress Foundation, with Russian Government support -7
Overview: Russian Energy Week is one of the world’s leading international forums for the energy sector. The event combines a strategic business program with a specialized exhibition of equipment and technologies for the fuel and energy industry. Youth Day is scheduled for October 16, 2026. The forum is organized with direct oversight by Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak and support from Russian President’s administration.
Strategic Significance: Against the backdrop of global energy market turbulence and the struggle for resources, Russian Energy Week has become a key event on the global business calendar. The forum serves as a venue for open professional dialogue, development of joint solutions, and initiation of new cooperation projects. Particular attention is devoted to international outreach, with Russian diplomatic and trade missions actively facilitating the formation of international delegations.
Program Highlights:
- Plenary session with government and industry leaders
- Thematic industry sessions on priority energy development areas
- Specialized program for engineering and technical community
- Global Energy Prize international award ceremony
- “Energy of the Pen” media competition awards
- Large-scale equipment and technology exhibition
KazanEnergyExpo & ENERGOPROM 2026
- Industry: Electric power, energy technologies, and equipment
- Location: Kazan, Kazan Expo International Exhibition Center
- Dates: April 1–3, 2026
- Frequency: Annual
Overview: This international electric power forum and specialized exhibition serves as the key energy event in the Volga region. The Republic of Tatarstan’s Ministry of Economy offers comprehensive support for participating businesses, including exhibition space rental, stand construction, translation services, and transfer arrangements, with participants responsible only for registration fees.
Automotive Components
St. Petersburg International Auto Parts & Aftermarket Exhibition
- Industry: Automotive components, spare parts, and aftermarket services
- Location: St. Petersburg, Expoforum Exhibition Center
- Dates: August 25–28, 2026
- Frequency: Annual (established 1999)
- Scale: 1,978 exhibitors | 64,000+ professional visitors (previous edition)
Overview: This is the leading automotive components and aftermarket exhibition in Russia and Eastern Europe. Organized by Messe Frankfurt and local partners, the event has been a cornerstone of the Russian automotive industry since 1999. The 2026 edition is notable for being held in St. Petersburg rather than Moscow, reflecting the importance of the St. Petersburg automotive manufacturing cluster.
Key Statistics: The previous edition attracted 1,978 exhibitors from 22 countries and 64,000 professional visitors. Chinese companies formed the largest international contingent, with 1,170 Chinese exhibitors participating.
Exhibit Profile:
- Automotive Parts: Engines, transmissions, braking systems, steering, suspension, body parts
- Diagnostics & Repair: Tools, diagnostic equipment, workshop equipment, body repair
- Accessories & Tuning: Exterior and interior accessories, performance upgrades
- Batteries & Electronics: Vehicle electronics, lighting, electrical systems, batteries
- Lubricants & Chemicals: Engine oils, coolants, additives, car care products
- Software & IT: Workshop management systems, digital marketing solutions
- Electric Vehicles: EV components, charging infrastructure, autonomous driving technologies
- Services: Financing, logistics, fleet management
Government Support: This exhibition is included in Anhui Province’s 2026 foreign trade promotion program, with participating Chinese enterprises eligible for subsidy support. The registration fee is approximately 2,000 RMB per company, with standard booth rates of 52,800 RMB for 9 sq. m.
Molds, Dies & Tooling
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)
- Co-located with: Rosplast, and other specialized events
Overview: Rosmould is the international exhibition dedicated to molds, dies, tools, and production technologies. It serves as a critical platform for manufacturers in the automotive, consumer goods, electronics, and packaging industries. The exhibition covers the full spectrum of tooling and production technologies.
Government Support: The Republic of Tatarstan offers participation support for qualifying businesses, covering exhibition space rental, stand construction, translation services, and other expenses.
Calendar Summary: Major Industrial Trade Shows 2026
| Month | Event Name | Focus | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 27–30 | RUPLASTICA | Plastics and rubber | Moscow (Crocus Expo) |
| February 8–10 | INNOPROM Saudi Arabia | Industrial technologies | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
| April 1–3 | KazanEnergyExpo | Electric power, energy | Kazan (Kazan Expo) |
| April 20–22 | INNOPROM Central Asia | Industrial technologies | Tashkent, Uzbekistan |
| May 12–15 | Metalloobrabotka | Machine tools, metalworking | Moscow (Crocus Expo) |
| June 16–19 | RosUpack | Packaging | Moscow (Crocus Expo) |
| June 16–19 | Rosmould | Molds, dies, tooling | Moscow (Crocus Expo) |
| July 6-9 | INNOPROM | Industrial technologies | Yekaterinburg |
| July 6–9 | Yekaterinburg Industrial Expo | Comprehensive industrial | Yekaterinburg |
| August 25–28 | St. Petersburg Auto Parts | Automotive components | St. Petersburg |
| September 30 – October 2 | INNOPROM Belarus | Industrial technologies | Minsk, Belarus |
| October 14–16 | Russian Energy Week | Oil, gas, power | Moscow |
| Late 2026 (TBD) | INNOPROM India | Industrial technologies | New Delhi, India |
Strategic Considerations for International Exhibitors
Government Support Programs
Several Russian regions, 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 Machine Tool Manufacturers (Metalloobrabotka):
- Russia imports over 51% of its machinery and transport equipment
- Industrial modernization initiatives drive demand for advanced CNC equipment
- China remains the dominant supplier with $240.1 billion in bilateral trade
For Plastics and Packaging (RUPLASTICA, RosUpack):
- Import substitution creates openings for non-European suppliers
- Strong demand from food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods sectors
- Growing interest in recycling and sustainable packaging solutions
For Automotive Suppliers (St. Petersburg Auto Parts):
- 1,170 Chinese exhibitors participated in the previous edition
- Russian automotive production continues to require components
- Aftermarket demand remains strong with growing vehicle parc
For Industrial Equipment (INNOPROM):
- International expansion into Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, India
- Strategic alignment with Vision 2030 and Central Asian industrialization
- Opportunities for technology localization and joint ventures
Registration and Planning
Registration Channels:
- Russian government support programs available through SME.RF digital platform
- Chinese exhibitors can register through provincial foreign trade service platforms
- International participants should contact event organizers directly or through authorized representatives
Required Documentation:
- Completed registration forms
- Company registration documents
- Product descriptions and safety certifications
- Visa invitations (provided by organizers)
Note: Prospective exhibitors and visitors are advised to confirm details with official event organizers prior to travel or participation.
