Glasstech 2026, the International Trade Fair for Glass Production, Processing and Products, convenes in Dusseldorf, Germany from 20 October 2026 to 23 October 2026, marking another edition for the sector. Bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, buyers and industry decision-makers, it has become an important meeting point for the sector. On a biennial cycle, it gives the industry a regular moment to regroup and look ahead. The event is expected to welcome around 32000 attendees from across the world. The event is organised by Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, bringing proven expertise in delivering world-class gatherings. Messe Dusseldorf sets the scene, offering modern halls and comfortable meeting spaces.

Hosting Glasstech 2026 in Dusseldorf is part of the draw. Dusseldorf pairs world-class event infrastructure with the kind of energy that makes a business trip worthwhile. Travel logistics are kind to visitors: Dusseldorf is easy to reach by air and easy to get around once you arrive. You will find plenty of places to stay within easy reach of the venue, whether you prefer convenience or character. The city's restaurants, museums and atmosphere give visitors plenty to enjoy beyond the exhibition halls. As one of Germany's key destinations, Dusseldorf regularly hosts events that draw an international crowd.

Exhibitors showcase Glass, Glass Industry and Glass Manufacturing, making it easy to discover new products, materials and business partners under one roof. For buyers and sellers alike, it is a chance to do in a few days what would otherwise take months of separate meetings. 1250+ exhibitors fill the exhibition halls, making it easy to compare offerings side by side.

It is the kind of fair where a single meeting can open a new market. Whether your goal is sourcing, sales or building partnerships, Glasstech 2026 brings buyers, wholesalers and trade visitors together in one place.

Visitor target groups

• Mechanical engineering
• Manufacturers of machines for glass production / production technology
• Manufacturers of machines for glass processing and refinement
• Manufacturers of tools, spare parts and wearing parts
• Manufacturers of measurement and control technology for mechanical engineering
• Consulting/ engineering for mechanical engineering
• Consulting / Solar mechanical engineering
• Manufacturing of glass
• Manufacturers of hollow glass
• Manufacturers of flat glass
• Manufacturers of glass fibre
• Manufacturers of technical and special glass including solar glass
• Industrial glass processing and finishing
• Glass suppliers (e.g. chemicals industry)
• Glass processing crafts
• Glass refiners
• Glass apparatus construction
• Window construction
• Door and gate construction
• Metal construction
• Shopfitting
• Wood and plastic processing crafts
• Other glass processing crafts
• Trade
• Glass trade
• Specialised trade for building components
• Architecture + Construction
• Architectural office
• Engineering / planning office
• Interior design
• Trade fair construction and shop fitters
• Construction industry (construction engineers and structural engineers)
• Windows + Facades
• Facade engineering
• Metal construction
• Window construction
• Miscellaneous
• Environment and recycling
• Research institutions / technical schools / universities
• Press / media
• Public authorities / organizations
• Other services

Product categories

• Glass manufacture/production technology
• Glass processing and finishing
• Tools, spare and maintenance parts
• Process control technology for glass and glass-processing machines
• Glass applications in the construction industry and façade area
• Solar energy, transparent thermal insulation
• Display glass and laser technologies