About this expo
RO-KA-TECH is recognized as the most important national and European trade fair dedicated to pipe and sewer technology. This international event serves as an authoritative industry gathering, focusing specifically on the underground wastewater infrastructure sector and sewage infrastructure. It provides a comprehensive platform for professionals to explore the latest advancements and solutions in this critical field.
The exhibition encompasses a broad spectrum of core sectors, including Users (service companies, pipe and sewer cleaning, pest control), Occupational safety (work clothing, gas detectors, PPE), Counselling and EDUCATION (vocational training, financial services, engineering), Leak test technologies, Drainage technology, Vehicles & co. (bodybuilders, nozzles, high-pressure technology), Odour neutralisation, Trenchless renovation (resins, liners, robot technology), Inspection, Localisation technology, Test laboratory services, Cleaning technology, Software (BIM, GIS, management), and Accessories.
The event targets a specialized audience of trade visitors, including network operators, planners, and decision-makers from municipal sectors both within Germany and internationally. It also draws core technical teams from municipal water authorities, public utility operators, engineering design institutes, government decision-making departments, procurement decision-makers, and engineering experts, fostering valuable exchanges and business opportunities.
Highlights
5 items- AUMA Listed
- Venue: Messe Kassel, Germany
- Gross exhibition space of 33,000 square meters (2025)
- Outdoor area of 5,300 m² (2025)
- Frequency: every two years
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does RO-KA-TECH 2027 take place?+
RO-KA-TECH 2027 will be held from April 20 to April 23, 2027, at Messe Kassel in Kassel, Germany.
Who organizes RO-KA-TECH?+
The trade fair is organized by VDRK - Verband der Rohr- und Kanal-Technik-Unternehmen e.V., which is the trade association for the pipe and sewer technology sector.
What industries and products are covered at RO-KA-TECH?+
RO-KA-TECH covers pipe and sewer technology, with a focus on underground wastewater infrastructure. Key exhibit sectors include Users, Occupational safety, Counselling and EDUCATION, Leak test, Drainage technology, Vehicles & co., Odour neutralisation, Trenchless renovation, Inspection, Localisation technology, Test laboratory, Cleaning technology, Software, and Accessories.
How can I attend or exhibit at RO-KA-TECH?+
Information for exhibitors regarding stand inquiry, pricing, and conditions of participation is available. Visitors can find details on ticket ordering and activation of admission vouchers on the official website.
What are the opening hours for RO-KA-TECH 2027?+
Visitor opening hours are 09:00 a.m. - 06:00 p.m. from April 20 to April 22, 2027, and 09:00 a.m. - 02:00 p.m. on April 23, 2027. Exhibitor opening hours are 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. from April 20 to April 22, 2027, and 7:30 a.m. - dismantling end on April 23, 2027.