About this expo
Elmia Subcontractor is recognized as Northern Europe's premier trade fair for subcontractors within the manufacturing industry and their clientele. Held annually at the Elmia Exhibition Centre in Jönköping, Sweden, this event brings together a wide array of professionals, including engineers, production managers, procurement specialists, and key decision-makers. It is a vital international gathering for the engineering industry's supply chain, fostering connections between OEMs, Tier 1, and Tier 2 participants.
The exhibition showcases core sectors such as Manufacturing Methods, Products & Components, Materials & Semi-Finished Goods, Design & Development, Tools & Equipment, and Organisations & Services. Exhibitors benefit from the "Subcontractor Connect" matchmaking program, a business-oriented initiative facilitating pre-booked B2B meetings with potential partners from various industries like automotive, construction, and medical. This program is designed to strengthen networks and generate new business opportunities.
With a significant scale, the event attracted approximately 1,000 exhibitors (2024) and 12,500 visitors (2024) from 31 countries (2024). Past editions have consistently drawn large numbers, including 925 exhibitors (2025) and 11,000 visitors (2025), underscoring its importance as a central marketplace for industry product developers, business leaders, and technical consultants seeking to engage with the latest innovations and establish valuable partnerships.
Highlights
5 items- Northern Europe's largest subcontractor trade fair.
- UFI Approved Event.
- Held at Elmia Exhibition Centre, Jönköping, Sweden.
- Attracted approximately 1,000 exhibitors (2024) and 12,500 visitors (2024).
- Features "Subcontractor Connect" matchmaking program and "SubcontractorTech Arena (2024)".
FAQ
4 questionsWhen and where does Elmia Subcontractor 2026 take place?+
Elmia Subcontractor 2026 will be held from 2026-11-10 to 2026-11-12 at the Elmia Fairground in Joenkoeping, Sweden.
Who organizes Elmia Subcontractor?+
The event is organized by Elmia AB.
What industries and products are covered at Elmia Subcontractor?+
The fair covers Manufacturing Methods, Products & Components, Materials & Semi-Finished Goods, Design & Development, Tools & Equipment, and Organisations & Services. It targets professionals in automotive, machine building, and electro/electronics industries.
Who is the target audience for Elmia Subcontractor?+
The event is open to professionals, including subcontractors, decision-makers, engineers, production managers, procurement specialists, R&D managers, and suppliers from Europe, as well as OEM, Tier 1, and Tier 2 participants.
