ceramitec 2026 in Munich, Germany

ceramitec 2026 — the world’s leading trade fair for technologies and materials in classical, technical, and high-performance ceramics.

The upcoming exhibition will take place at Messe München, Munich. Three days of focused meetings, premieres, and practical discussions — no unnecessary noise.

History of ceramitec: How the Trade Fair Became an Industry Hub

The project began over half a century ago and occurs every 2–3 years, bringing together manufacturers of equipment, raw materials, kilns, and ready-to-use solutions, as well as research centers and industrial clients.

In 2024, ceramitec occupied 33,000 m², united 466 exhibitors from 36 countries, and attracted over 13,000 visitors from 84 countries — solid benchmarks for planning your booth and meetings.

Video: Experience the ceramitec Atmosphere in Minutes

A short video showcasing pavilion highlights, 3D printing, and live demonstrations — a quick way to “get the context” before your visit.

About the ceramitec 2026 Event: What Drives the Program

Topics: industrial and technical ceramics, refractories, powder metallurgy, raw materials, kilns and heat treatment, additive manufacturing, quality control, energy efficiency, and decarbonization.

Formats: thematic stages, case study presentations, rapid pitches at booths, 3D printing demo zones, and materials of the future. The 2026 focus is on high-performance ceramics and cross-industry integration.

Advantages of ceramitec: Numbers and Logistics That Accelerate Deals

• Messe München — 18 halls and about 200,000 m² of indoor space plus 414,000 m² of open-air area: enough for large kilns and technological lines.
• 2024 results: 33,000 m² of exhibition space, 466 exhibitors, over 13,000 visitors from 84 countries — a high concentration of decision-makers with clear motivations.
• Clear section structure: from raw materials and refractories to AM and digital solutions — easy to plan a negotiation route.
• Strong international mix: the share of foreign participants and visitors ensures quick access to new markets.

Six Prominent Companies at ceramitec and Their Value

• Imerys. Engineered minerals, slurries, glazes, and kiln furniture for classical ceramics and sanitaryware. At the fair, the team showcases ready-to-use formulations and support for scaling from lab to production.
• SACMI. Full-cycle equipment: presses, isostatic forming, glazing, kilns, and quality control. At ceramitec, they traditionally present digital platforms for optimizing production and reducing firing LCOE.
• Saint-Gobain Performance Ceramics & Refractories. Refractories and technical ceramics for high-temperature processes. Their booth features solutions for energy-intensive industries, focusing on resource efficiency and service life.
• Honeywell. Sensors, measurement, and industrial automation. In ceramics, they focus on furnace atmosphere and temperature control, safety, and quality; their booth demonstrates MES/SCADA integration.
• LAEIS. High-precision forming presses and technological line engineering. At ceramitec, they showcase innovations in process control, energy savings, and waste reduction.
• Sibelco. Quartz sands, kaolins, feldspars, and specialized blends. They emphasize batch consistency and global raw material logistics for sanitary and technical ceramics.

The full exhibitor list is updated closer to the event date and available in the exhibition catalog; the brands above have appeared in past editions’ lists and communications.

Product and Service Categories at ceramitec 2026

• Raw materials: clays, kaolins, fluxes, additives, slurries, glazes, and engobes.
• Equipment: batch preparation, presses, extrusion, isostatic forming, kilns, and heat treatment.
• Refractories and high-temperature materials: bricks, blocks, fibers, castables, and thermal insulation.
• Technical and high-performance ceramics: substrates, membranes, bearings, and components for electronics and medical applications.
• Additive manufacturing: 3D ceramic printing, powders, pastes, binders, and post-processing.
• Quality control and digitalization: measurement, NDT, furnace process analytics, MES/SCADA, and energy audits.

Recommendations for Exhibition Visitors

• Prepare a “production brief”: materials, geometries, tolerances, target porosity, and kiln energy balance — this ensures tailored recommendations at booths.
• Plan your hall route: raw materials → forming → firing → quality control → AM — this saves hours.
• Book meetings in advance via the exhibitor catalog; anchor booths fill up quickly.
• Check the presentation program on decarbonization, hydrogen, and digitalization topics — these are where pilot project ideas emerge.
• Transport and logistics: U2 Messestadt West/Ost; if driving, account for parking and transitions between pavilions.

How to Participate in ceramitec 2026 as an Exhibitor

Steps: application, pavilion and space selection, ordering technical services (electricity, rigging, water, internet), sample logistics, demo planning, and lead management.

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Have your own design but lack manpower? ESBAU delivers turnkey exhibition stands or offers booth rental with fast adaptation to your brand.

Piloting a niche solution? Choose a modular booth from ESBAU with furniture and a media zone — transparent budgeting and demo-ready on day one.