About this expo
IFAT Munich is the world's foremost trade fair dedicated to water, sewage, waste, and raw materials management, held biennially in Munich, Germany. This event functions as a global center for environmental technologies, presenting comprehensive solutions across water, recycling, and circularity. Exhibitors showcase innovations in areas such as water and wastewater treatment, waste and secondary raw materials, air pollution control, process measuring and control technology, and the construction and maintenance of water supply and sewerage systems. The exhibition also covers pumps, ducts, pipes, vehicles, recycling services, and energy generation from waste.
The trade fair attracts a diverse professional audience, including political representatives, engineers, investors, C-suite executives, consultants, and utility companies. Key visitor types also encompass municipal waste management organizations, industrial operators, environmental engineers, and sustainability leaders. Exhibitors consistently report high satisfaction, with 97% rating IFAT Munich as good to excellent in 2024, and 95% appreciating the quality of visitors. Furthermore, 98% of exhibitors planned to participate again in 2024, highlighting the event's significance for presenting innovations and fostering business connections.
Highlights
4 items- UFI Approved and AUMA Listed.
- Held at Neue Messe München in Munich, Germany.
- Attracted 3,211 exhibitors from 61 countries and 142,000 visitors from 170 countries (2024).
- Features concurrent programs such as the Blue Stage, Orange Stage, Green Stage, Solution tours, and various live demonstrations.
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does IFAT Munich 2028 take place?+
IFAT Munich 2028 will be held from May 29 to June 1, 2028, at Neue Messe München in Munich, Germany.
Who organizes IFAT Munich?+
The event is organized by Messe München GmbH.
What industries and products are covered at IFAT Munich?+
IFAT Munich covers water, sewage, waste, and raw materials management. Core exhibit sectors include water and wastewater treatment, waste and secondary raw materials, air pollution control, process measuring and control technology, and environmental technologies.
How can I attend or exhibit at IFAT Munich?+
The online application for exhibitors is available on the official website. Information regarding visitor tickets for IFAT Munich 2028 will be released from fall 2027.
What are the key deadlines and fees for exhibitors?+
The registration deadline for main exhibitors is April 2027, and for co-exhibitors is December 2027. A registration fee of 540.00 EUR applies per co-exhibitor, along with a mandatory communication fee of 645.00 EUR for each co-exhibitor.