A total of 19,101 industry professionals attended the fair, with the highest number of international visitors coming from Iran, China, and Romania, followed by Ukraine, Tunisia, Bulgaria, Libya, and Egypt.
High-strength, energy-efficient, and eco-friendly products from Türkiye’s steel producers attracted close attention from visitors representing the infrastructure, construction, automotive, and machinery manufacturing sectors.
The Shine of Stainless Steel at Metal Expo!
At Metal Expo Eurasia 2025, stainless steel products stood out for their wide range of applications in the automotive, white goods, construction, food processing, and energy industries.
Exhibiting companies showcased examples of new corrosion-resistant alloys, hygienic surface properties, and durable material solutions that enhance efficiency in industrial production.
Visitors from industrial kitchen, food processing equipment, chemical plants, pneumatic systems, medical equipment, energy, and automotive supply industries concluded new sourcing agreements with manufacturers for stainless steel types distinguished by their strength and hygiene features.
Industry Agenda Discussed in Conferences
The conferences held within the scope of the fair added value to participants and visitors, not only in terms of trade but also through knowledge sharing.
Topics ranged from new technologies in stainless steel production and EU Green Transition standards to global production trends and sectoral transformation strategies, all presented by expert speakers.
Through these sessions, Metal Expo served not just as a trade fair but also as a knowledge hub and vision platformfor industry professionals.
As part of the Metal Expo Conference Program, organized in cooperation with Steel Radar, 16 speakers across 6 sessions delivered presentations on the development of the steel and foundry sectors, production methods, and global perspectives.
The Stainless Steel Panel, held in cooperation with PASİD, focused on the history and future of stainless steel, discussing topics such as stainless steel production, alloy mechanics, and investment opportunities.
The Future of the Metal and Steel Industry is Shaped in Istanbul
Metal Expo Eurasia continues to serve as a strategic bridge for local manufacturers to access global markets. Addressing sustainable production, technological transformation, and global trade opportunities, the exhibition also laid the groundwork for collaborations shaping the future of the sector.
Bringing together the global steel industry in Istanbul, a city connecting continents, the fair has become a landmark international trade event with growing recognition each year.
The 8th Metal Expo Eurasia will take place on September 16–18, 2026.
With the new-year vision “Smart Steel, Smarter Future,” the fair’s 2026 launch highlighted the growing importance of smart manufacturing in the iron and steel industry.
The 2026 theme, “Smart Steel, Smarter Future,” underscores the rising significance of digitalization, automation,and AI-driven production processes in the sector.
Innovations such as smart production lines, robotic cutting systems, and Industry 4.0 solutions will be featured at the exhibition.
Held on September 16–18, 2026, Metal Expo Eurasia will bring together steel producers, suppliers, and service centers from across Europe and Asia for the 8th time in Istanbul, the crossroads of continents.
As the largest meeting point of the global iron and steel industry, Metal Expo will host visitors in Halls 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 of the Istanbul Expo Center (IFM), covering a total area of 42,850 square meters.
Organizer Sky Fuarcılık emphasized that the fair continues to grow each year, reinforcing Türkiye’s goal of becoming a regional hub for metal and steel trade.
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