About this expo
GSMA MWC Shanghai is recognized as Asia's largest and most influential gathering for the connectivity ecosystem. This annual event serves as a platform where global leaders and innovators converge to share their visions for the future of connectivity, with a primary focus on the mobile communications and telecommunications industry. The upcoming edition is scheduled for June 23-25, 2027, and will be held at the SNIEC - Shanghai New International Expo Centre in Shanghai, China. The event is organized by GSMA, also known as the GSM Association.
Exhibitors showcase a wide array of innovations across various core sectors, including Software, Platforms & AI; IoT & Connectivity Technologies; Robotics, Embodied AI & Drones; Smart Wearables & Extended Reality (XR); Industry Solutions & Smart Scenarios; Network Infrastructure and 5G/6G; and Enterprise Solutions, Cloud and Software. Other covered areas include Connectivity Technology and Services, AI, Robotics and Innovation, IoT, Devices and eSIM, Operator Services and MVNO, Investment, Media and Ecosystem Services, and IT systems, laptops, mobile phones, notebooks, smartphones. The event also explores themes such as 5G, smart mobility, fintech, the Internet of Things (IoT), Industry 4.0, the Metaverse, and Web 3.0, featuring a dedicated Future Tech Hall.
The event attracts a diverse audience, including mobile C-Level executives, global telecoms, mobile device and network vendors, cloud service providers, startups, venture investors, industry professionals, executives, decision-makers, and innovators. Concurrent programs enhance the experience, such as the Asia Mobile Awards (AMO), the Connected Industries: Manufacturing Summit, the Open Gateway Technical Workshop, and the GSMA Policy Leaders Forum.
Highlights
5 items- AUMA listed.
- Held at SNIEC - Shanghai New International Expo Centre.
- Attracted 37,300 attendees and over 400 exhibitors in 2026.
- Featured 45,000 visitors and 400 exhibitors in 2025.
- Includes concurrent programs like the Asia Mobile Awards (AMO) and the GSMA Policy Leaders Forum.
FAQ
4 questionsWhen and where does GSMA MWC Shanghai 2027 take place?+
The event is scheduled for June 23-25, 2027, at the SNIEC - Shanghai New International Expo Centre in Shanghai, China.
Who organizes GSMA MWC Shanghai?+
The event is organized by GSMA, also known as the GSM Association.
What industries and product sectors are covered at GSMA MWC Shanghai?+
The event focuses on the mobile communications and telecommunications industry. Exhibit sectors include Software, Platforms & AI; IoT & Connectivity Technologies; Robotics, Embodied AI & Drones; Smart Wearables & Extended Reality (XR); Network Infrastructure and 5G/6G; Enterprise Solutions, Cloud and Software; and IT systems, laptops, mobile phones, notebooks, smartphones. It also covers 5G, smart mobility, fintech, the Internet of Things (IoT), Industry 4.0, the Metaverse, and Web 3.0.
Who is the target audience for GSMA MWC Shanghai?+
The event targets mobile C-Level executives, global telecoms, mobile devices, network vendors, cloud service providers, startups, venture investors, industry professionals, executives, decision-makers, and innovators.