ACHEMA 2027 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany

ACHEMA 2027 is a global forum and the leading trade fair for life sciences and the process industries.

This is where technologies, people, and solutions come together to move chemical manufacturing, pharma, biotechnology, and food processing forward.

The format is valued for a rare combination: an equipment exhibition paired with a parallel congress.

ACHEMA video

To get a feel for the scale and pace of the show, watch the official video.

Who should visit ACHEMA 2027

ACHEMA is an excellent fit for professionals responsible for business growth, production, and investment decisions.

• Plant managers and operations leaders. For those upgrading lines and sourcing suppliers for specific projects.
• Owners and directors of supplier companies. It’s an efficient way to reach international customers and partners.
• R&D teams, process engineers, engineers, and quality specialists. You’ll find solutions in one place—from lab scale to industrial production.
• Procurement and sourcing. Compare alternatives, total cost of ownership, and lead times without dozens of business trips.
• Pharma, biotech, and food manufacturers. At ACHEMA 2027, these are core industries—not an “add-on” to chemicals.

The history of ACHEMA: facts that add weight

ACHEMA has rare long-term continuity for the industry. The show started in 1920.

• 1920: the first exhibition—75 companies and 560 m² of exhibition space. Back then, it was a bold experiment at the intersection of science and engineering.
• 1930: the event becomes international, welcoming exhibitors from Europe and the USA.
• 1937: a key milestone for Frankfurt—this is when ACHEMA firmly established its presence in the city.

Today, that “science-and-engineering” DNA is still there—only the scale is on a different level.

ACHEMA in numbers: a scale that’s hard to match

If you use a trade fair as a tool for sales and growth, the key question is simple: how many strong contacts can you build in 4–5 days?

• Exhibition: over 110,000 m² of exhibition space.
• ACHEMA 2024: 2,842 exhibitors from 56 countries.
• ACHEMA 2024: 106,001 participants from 141 countries. Nearly half of the audience were international visitors.
• Frequency: the leading process industry trade fair takes place every three years in Frankfurt. For many companies, it’s the point where equipment upgrade cycles are planned.

The organizer’s reports emphasize how practical the conversations are: at exhibition stands, people don’t talk about “someday”—they talk about projects and investments.

Well-known companies at ACHEMA 2027: who to look for onsite

• Linde Engineering

  A top player in engineering and large-scale projects for the process industries. With the energy transition and hydrogen topics accelerating, companies like this often set the tone.

• GEA

  Strong in process solutions for the food and pharma industries, and in equipment for efficiency-focused manufacturing. For them, ACHEMA is where customers, suppliers, and competitors meet in one place.

• IMA Group

  One of the leaders in packaging and pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment. In their comments about ACHEMA, you often hear the same message: “the place to be,” because the right audience concentrates here.

• FLEXIM

  A company from the world of measurement and industrial diagnostics, where contact quality matters more than random footfall. Their experience shows: at ACHEMA, you meet people who genuinely make decisions.

• Körber

  A group actively building solution ecosystems for industry and showcasing them on major industry platforms. In ACHEMA 2024 materials, it’s clear they use the show as a window into technologies and partnerships.

• WIKA

  A well-known manufacturer of measurement technology and components. These companies are valuable if you assemble projects “piece by piece”: from sensors and instruments to integration into control systems.

What you’ll see at ACHEMA 2027: key equipment and solution categories

By design, ACHEMA covers the full product journey: from laboratories and pilot plants to industrial production and logistics.

• Laboratory and Analytical Techniques
  • Laboratory equipment and analytics.
  • Quality control, measurement, and testing.
• Instrumentation, Control and Automation Techniques
  • Automation, instrumentation, control systems, and digital tools.
  • Data integration, monitoring, and greater process transparency.
• Pumps, Valves and Materials
  • Pumps, valves, materials, and components for production systems.
  • Solutions for aggressive media and demanding operating conditions.
• Pharmaceutical, Packaging and Storage Techniques
  • Pharma equipment, packaging, and storage.
  • Lines, modules, and solutions designed for regulatory compliance.
• Mechanical Processes
  • Mechanical processes and processing equipment.
  • Feed preparation, mixing, separation, and handling.
• Thermal Processes
  • Thermal processes and equipment for heating and heat exchange.
  • Energy efficiency and modernization of thermal loops.
• Engineering and Energy
  • Engineering, energy, and infrastructure solutions.
  • Support for modernization projects and new production sites.
• Industrial and Labour Safety
  • Industrial safety and occupational health and safety.
  • Technologies that help reduce operational risks.
• Digital Hub
  • Digital solutions and services for the process industries.
  • Tools to improve efficiency and operational control.
• Research and Innovation
  • R&D, innovation, applied science, and partnerships.
  • Moving from idea to implementation through contacts and pilot projects.

Tips for visitors to ACHEMA: how to get the most from one trip

It’s easy to get lost in the sheer scale of ACHEMA. Below are practical steps that save time and lead to more meaningful meetings.

• Use the official planning tool. The show materials describe the ACHEMA app: exhibitor lists, interactive hall plans, the congress program, and meeting selection.
• Build your hall route in advance. The venue is huge, and wandering is expensive in time. Create 2–3 thematic corridors based on your priorities.
• Book meetings via matchmaking. For business teams, it’s the fastest route to results: fewer random chats, more project-level discussions.
• Follow the innovation tracks. Official materials highlight thematic tracks and formats focused on real-world industry cases.
• Leave buffer time in your schedule. Popular stands can get busy. It’s better to plan fewer stops and go deeper at each one.

How to exhibit at ACHEMA 2027 : what you need and the available participation formats

If you plan to exhibit at ACHEMA 2027, the official route starts with registration and submitting an application via the portal.

• Submit your application and reserve space.
• Choose your format: your own stand space, a co-exhibitor option within an existing stand, or special areas for newcomers and startups.
• Decide how you’ll build your stand: turnkey package solutions, or a custom exhibition stand aligned with your sales goals.

For first-time exhibitors, ACHEMA’s turnkey formats are especially convenient: packaged stands and a dedicated area for new exhibitors.

ACHEMA 2027 stand : how to look credible and sell more easily

At ACHEMA 2027, the winners aren’t the loudest. The winners are the ones who are easy to approach, quick to understand, and easy to start a conversation with.

At ESBAU, we work as a European exhibition stand builder: we design, build, and deliver turnkey stands. Timelines, logistics, and onsite installation are on us.

If first-minute impact matters, choose exhibition stand construction by ESBAU. We’ll create a design that stands out and brings the right people into negotiations.

Need budget flexibility or a fast start? Consider exhibition stand rental with ESBAU. It’s a smart way to show up at ACHEMA 2027 with confidence and fewer operational risks.

Send us your goals and success metrics for the show. We’ll propose a stand plan that helps you sell—not just “be present”.