IIF2026 – Now Annually, with a Clear Focus

The region’s largest industrial trade fair, where your startup connects with the right market, strategic partners, and leading investors.

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exhibitors from 11 countries

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brands from 36 countries

exhibition space

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visitors from 24 countries

Get to know IIF 2026

From 2026, the international industrial fair will be held annually, with a clear thematic structure reflecting the latest industry trends and needs.

For startups, this means a yearly opportunity for industry presentation and a breakthrough chance that opens doors to business and investment opportunities in the region and beyond.

The first annual fair will be dedicated to industrial digitalization – from technologies to sustainable solutions. we focus on concrete challenges and solutions for modern production.

Startups, feature your products, services, or technologies if you operate in the fields of:

Industry of the Future: AI, Digitalization, Robotics and the Human Factor
The future of welding and cutting
Smart Industrial Maintenance and Cleaning
Energy in Industry
Logistics and Supply Chains
Graphics, Packaging and Labeling
Recycling, Sustainable Materials and Industrial Waste
Industrial Electronics, Sensor Technology and Automation

FOR STARTUP EXHIBITORS

What does exhibiting at the fair mean?

We have prepared a special startup package for 650 eur + vat, which includes your own 6 m² exhibition space in hall l1 and comprehensive promotional support.

The price includes a social media feature of your solution, the opportunity to register for b2b meetings, and direct access to target visitors and strategic partners actively looking for innovative industrial solutions.
PERSONAL CONTACT
Business opportunities to connect with leading industry players, experts, and decision-makers.
YOUR STARTUP'S VISIBILITY
Your products, services, and technologies get noticed by industry leaders and key decision-makers.
LOCAL AND GLOBAL REACH
Direct access to key companies and visitors from the region and abroad.
NEW INVESTMENT AND BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
Connect with business professionals looking for promising startups for long-term collaboration and development.
STARTUP PARTICIPATION TERMS

Only start-up companies that are officially registered in the relevant start-up registry on the day of application are eligible to participate.

Established companies or those that have been operating for a longer period and do not meet the criteria for start-up status are not eligible to apply or exhibit under this call.

Looking for an opportunity to showcase your start-up?

Submit an inquiry for startup exhibitors

Secure your spot and let the right people discover your start-up.

Your first business conversation can start right here.
Brigita
Fair
manager
ŠPELA
Project
manager
Anabela
Sales
consultant
IIF 2026 – AN AFFORDABLE START-UP PACKAGE

Special package price: €650 + VAT

We offer a special package where we take care of almost everything for you. simply fill out the form, and we will prepare a tailored proposal that perfectly aligns with your start-up's vision.
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