About this expo
SOLIDS Rotterdam is a key trade fair for the powder processing industry in the Netherlands, focusing on the entire lifecycle of bulk goods and solid materials, from processing and storage to transport. The event serves as a vital platform for professionals within the process industry to discover the latest innovations and developments. It is held every two years at Rotterdam Ahoy, with the upcoming edition scheduled for October 6 & 7, 2027.
Exhibitors at SOLIDS Rotterdam showcase solutions across core sectors including storage, transport, separation, automation of bulk materials, ATEX, cleaning, dust, extraction, machine building, safety, sustainability, efficiency, process automation, and digitalization. The event offers significant value to exhibitors by providing access to new buyer markets, generating valuable leads, and fostering business deals through intent-based matchmaking. This matchmaking process connects exhibitors with decision-makers who possess active budgets and project timelines, with a benchmark of 40 to 60 percent match acceptance (2026) and around 80 percent meeting completion. Notably, 76% of trade show booth visitors are new to exhibitors, highlighting its role as an acquisition channel, and active product demonstrations can increase lead volume by 47%.
The target audience for SOLIDS Rotterdam includes key players from diverse industries such as food, feed, chemicals, pharma, recycling, bulk, fluid, and process automation. It also attracts suppliers and buyers from end-user sectors like food & beverage manufacturing, cosmetics, animal feed, and pet food, all involved in processing powder, granules, and bulk solids. Attendees demonstrate high engagement and decision-making power: 81% have buying authority, 67% represent new prospects, and 46% are in executive or upper management roles. A significant 92% attend primarily to discover new products and solutions, making the event a crucial hub for industry advancements. SOLIDS Rotterdam is part of Rotterdam Processing Week, which also features Pumps & Valves and M+R, and includes an Expert Theatre and Knowledge Sessions.
Highlights
5 items- Held at Rotterdam Ahoy
- Takes place on October 6 & 7, 2027
- Organized every two years
- AUMA listed
- Part of Rotterdam Processing Week, alongside Pumps & Valves and M+R
FAQ
4 questionsWhen and where does SOLIDS Rotterdam take place?+
SOLIDS Rotterdam will be held on October 6 & 7, 2027, at Rotterdam Ahoy in Rotterdam, Netherlands.
Who organizes SOLIDS Rotterdam?+
The event is organized by Easyfairs Evenementenhal Gorinchem.
What industries and products are covered at SOLIDS Rotterdam?+
The trade fair covers the processing, storage, and transport of bulk goods and solid materials, including powders and granules. It addresses sectors such as food, feed, chemicals, pharma, recycling, bulk, fluid, and process automation, with a focus on innovations in storage, transport, separation, automation, ATEX, cleaning, dust, extraction, machine building, safety, sustainability, efficiency, and digitalization.
How can I attend or exhibit at SOLIDS Rotterdam?+
SOLIDS Rotterdam is open to professionals. Attendees primarily seek new products and solutions, with 81% having buying authority. Exhibitors can access new buyer markets, generate leads, and engage in intent-based matchmaking with decision-makers, benefiting from individual and general marketing activities.