About this expo
VALVE WORLD EXPO is recognized as the world's largest international trade fair and congress dedicated to industrial valves. This biennial event serves as a crucial international meeting point for manufacturers, developers, users, and decision-makers within the process industry, showcasing intelligent products and solutions for both fossil and alternative applications. The upcoming edition will take place from December 1 to 3, 2026, at Messe Düsseldorf in Düsseldorf, Germany, utilizing halls 1 and 3.
The exhibition features a comprehensive range of core exhibit sectors, including industrial valves, gaskets and sealing materials, valve-related piping products and engineering, alongside valves for medical technology. Key topics for 2026 encompass Global Energy, focusing on valves' role across all energy sectors; Process Industries & Safety, highlighting efficient valve technologies for chemical, petrochemical, and pharmaceutical applications; Digitalisation & Automation, exploring intelligent valve solutions and predictive maintenance; and the Valve Value Chain, covering materials, manufacturing, and logistics.
Professionals from diverse sectors such as oil, gas, petrochemical, chemical, marine, offshore, water, waste-water, automotive, and mechanical industries attend to engage with the latest innovations. Organized by Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, the event also hosts a concurrent Valve World Conference, organized by KCI Publishing B.V., further enriching the experience for its professional audience. VALVE WORLD EXPO has been held at the Düsseldorf Exhibition Centre since 2010, with the 2024 edition featuring 572 exhibitors from 35 countries.
Highlights
5 items- World's largest trade fair for industrial valves
- 572 exhibitors from 35 countries (2024)
- UFI approved and AUMA listed
- Held every 2 years at Messe Düsseldorf, Germany
- Concurrent Valve World Conference
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where will VALVE WORLD EXPO 2026 be held?+
VALVE WORLD EXPO 2026 will take place from December 1 to 3, 2026, at Messe Düsseldorf in Düsseldorf, Germany. The event will utilize halls 1 and 3.
Who is the organizer of VALVE WORLD EXPO?+
VALVE WORLD EXPO is organized by Messe Düsseldorf GmbH.
What products and industries are showcased at VALVE WORLD EXPO?+
The event showcases industrial valves, gaskets and sealing materials, valve-related piping products and engineering, and valves for medical technology. It serves professionals from oil, gas, petrochemical, chemical, marine, offshore, water, waste-water, automotive, and mechanical industries.
How can I participate in VALVE WORLD EXPO 2026?+
VALVE WORLD EXPO is open to professionals. Exhibitors can register online, and stand spaces may still be available for the 2026 edition, offering direct contact with customers.
Are there any concurrent events?+
Yes, a concurrent Valve World Conference will take place, organized by KCI Publishing B.V.