INNOTEQ 2027 – Manufacturing Industry Trade Fair Switzerland

What to expect in 2027

INNOTEQ 2027 will bring together manufacturers, technology suppliers, engineers, industrial specialists, machine builders, automation companies, tool manufacturers and other professionals from Switzerland’s manufacturing industry. The event is positioned by its organisers as the leading Swiss trade fair for the manufacturing industry and as a knowledge, networking and dialogue platform connecting companies, partners and decision-makers across the sector.

The four-day trade fair is expected to showcase manufacturing technologies, production equipment, digital solutions, automation systems, precision tools, machine tools, materials, measurement technology, additive manufacturing and surface-treatment solutions. Visitors will be able to compare technologies, meet suppliers, discuss production challenges and discover innovations designed to improve productivity and competitiveness.

The 2025 edition demonstrated the scale of the event, attracting around 280 exhibitors and 14,500 trade visitors. The organiser reported a 20% increase in both exhibitors and visitors compared with 2023, strengthening INNOTEQ’s position as an important meeting point for the Swiss manufacturing and MEM industries.

Event dates

Event: INNOTEQ 2027

Dates: 16 to 19 March 2027

Duration: Four days

Opening hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day

The official INNOTEQ website currently lists the 2027 edition for 16–19 March 2027 and publishes daily opening hours of 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

INNOTEQ is held as a major industry meeting for the Swiss manufacturing sector, with the programme combining exhibition stands, product demonstrations, professional networking and conference content. The 2027 edition follows the successful 2025 physical edition, which brought together a broad range of manufacturing specialists at BERNEXPO.

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Venue & exhibition site

Venue: BERNEXPO

Address: Mingerstrasse 6, 3014 Bern, Switzerland

INNOTEQ 2027 will take place at the BERNEXPO exhibition grounds in Bern. The venue provides multiple halls suitable for large industrial machinery, manufacturing equipment, technology demonstrations and specialist exhibition stands.

The exhibition site allows visitors to move between different manufacturing categories while also attending presentations and networking activities. The previous edition used several halls, including Halls 2.0, 2.2, 3.0 and 3.2, with exhibitors distributed according to their technology and industry categories.

The BERNEXPO location is also convenient for professional visitors arriving by train, tram or S-Bahn, with Bern Wankdorf station and tram connections providing access to the exhibition grounds.

Full exhibition programme

The complete 2027 programme has not yet been published. Based on the established INNOTEQ format, visitors can expect a combination of exhibition stands, live technology demonstrations, product presentations, conference sessions, expert discussions and networking activities.

The main exhibition programme is expected to cover:

• Process automation
• Additive manufacturing
• Toolmaking
• Precision tools
• Apparatus and machine components
• Heat and surface treatment
• Materials
• Measurement technology
• Machine tools
• Industrial digitalisation
• Smart manufacturing
• Production optimisation
• Robotics and automation
• Industry 4.0
• Sustainable productivity

The organiser describes INNOTEQ as four days of exhibition highlights, networking opportunities and conferences, with exhibitors presenting products, solutions, services and specialist expertise.

Featured brands & designers

INNOTEQ is an industrial technology trade fair rather than a consumer design exhibition, so its featured participants are manufacturers, engineering companies, technology suppliers and industrial solution providers rather than furniture or interior designers.

Previous exhibitors included major manufacturing and technology names such as Swissmem, Swissmechanic, Dassault Systèmes Schweiz, FANUC Switzerland, EROWA, KEYENCE, Carl Zeiss, HEIDENHAIN, Hexagon Metrology, Leica Microsystems, Blaser Swisslube and numerous specialist Swiss manufacturers.

The 2027 exhibitor list will be confirmed progressively. Companies are expected to demonstrate technologies aimed at improving production accuracy, automation, efficiency, flexibility and digital integration.

Furniture & interior collections

Furniture and interior collections are not a core part of INNOTEQ because the event focuses on manufacturing technology and industrial production rather than furniture, interior design or consumer products.

Instead, the closest equivalent is the presentation of industrial equipment, production systems, machine components, tools, materials and factory-related solutions. Exhibitors can demonstrate equipment and technologies used in manufacturing environments and explain how these solutions integrate into production processes.

The event’s broad manufacturing scope means visitors can explore products covering multiple stages of the industrial value chain, from materials and components to machine tools, automation and measurement systems.

How to get there

BERNEXPO is located close to the Wankdorf motorway interchange, making the exhibition grounds accessible from Switzerland’s road network. Visitors travelling by car can follow signs for BERNEXPO after leaving the motorway.

Visitors arriving by rail can travel to Bern main station and then continue by tram or bus. Another option is to travel directly to Bern Wankdorf station using the S-Bahn network and continue to the exhibition grounds by tram or on foot.

The organiser specifically recommends public transportation because parking capacity around the exhibition grounds is limited.

Public transport & parking

From Bern main station: Take tram number 9 toward the Wankdorf Center or bus number 20 toward Wankdorf Bahnhof, then continue with tram number 9 to Wankdorf Center or walk for approximately 10 minutes.

From Bern Wankdorf station: S-Bahn lines S1, S2, S3, S4 and S44 serve Bern Wankdorf. From the station, visitors can take tram number 9 to Wankdorf Center or walk for approximately 10 minutes.

From Ittigen or Muri: Bus number 40 provides a connection to the Wankdorf Center stop.

By car: BERNEXPO is located a few hundred metres from the Wankdorf motorway interchange. Visitors should follow the BERNEXPO/expo signs.

Parking: Due to limited parking capacity and construction affecting some previously available spaces, the organiser recommends using public transportation. Designated parking spaces are available on Mingerstrasse.

Accommodation areas

Visitors travelling to Bern for INNOTEQ can choose accommodation in central Bern, around Bern main station, in the Wankdorf area or in nearby neighbourhoods.

Bern city centre: Suitable for visitors who want access to restaurants, historic attractions and the city’s main commercial areas.

Bern main station: A practical choice for visitors arriving by train and using public transport to reach BERNEXPO.

Wankdorf: The most convenient area for visitors who want to stay close to the exhibition grounds and reduce daily travel time.

Breitenrain and surrounding districts: These areas provide alternatives while remaining relatively close to the BERNEXPO site.

Because INNOTEQ attracts thousands of professional visitors, visitors travelling from outside Bern should consider booking accommodation in advance.

Accessibility

The BERNEXPO exhibition grounds and halls are wheelchair accessible. The official visitor information states that the buildings can be reached via ramps and are equipped with passenger lifts. Wheelchair-accessible toilets are also available on the exhibition grounds and can be accessed with a EuroKey.

Designated accessible parking spaces are available on Mingerstrasse. Visitors who need additional assistance can contact the exhibition office for information and support.

Guide dogs and assistance dogs are permitted, while ordinary dogs are not permitted in the exhibition halls or exhibition grounds.

Previous year’s highlights

INNOTEQ 2025 was a major edition for the Swiss manufacturing industry, attracting approximately 280 exhibitors and 14,500 trade visitors. According to the organiser, both figures increased by around 20% compared with the previous edition.

The programme addressed some of the industry’s most important current topics, including Smart Factory, Industry 4.0, sustainability and productivity. The event included focused content days featuring keynotes and discussions designed to address technological and economic challenges facing manufacturers.

One highlight was the Journée romande de la Tech industrie, which brought together French-speaking representatives of Swiss industry and supported knowledge transfer between different regions of the country. The Blaser Productivity Trophy was another major programme feature.

The 2025 conference programme also included discussions about sustainable productivity, generative virtual twins, resource-efficient tooling concepts and other manufacturing technologies.

Exhibition halls & sections

INNOTEQ is divided into specialised technology areas so that professional visitors can find suppliers according to their manufacturing requirements. The official exhibition categories include:

• Process Automation
• Additive Manufacturing
• Toolmaking
• Precision Tools
• Apparatus and Machine Components
• Heat and Surface Treatment
• Materials
• Measurement Technology
• Machine Tools

These categories cover a wide section of the manufacturing value chain. The 2025 exhibitor directory recorded 282 participating exhibitors and allocated companies to specific halls and stands according to their areas of expertise.

For example, measurement technology exhibitors were represented across Halls 2.2, 3.0 and 3.2, while machine-tool exhibitors appeared across several halls including 2.0, 2.2, 3.0 and 3.2.

Talks, presentations & workshops

The INNOTEQ conference programme adds an educational and knowledge-sharing dimension to the exhibition. Previous editions featured keynotes, panel discussions, product presentations and industry-focused sessions.

The 2025 programme included the opening session “Fit for Future,” keynote presentations, a panel discussion on sustainable productivity and a presentation examining generative virtual twins in manufacturing. Other sessions explored resource-efficient tooling and related production technologies.

The programme also included a focus on Smart Factory and Industry 4.0, with presentations examining subjects such as robotics, interoperability, energy efficiency, artificial intelligence and 3D printing in smart manufacturing.

The final 2027 conference schedule, speakers and presentation times will be announced by the organiser as the event approaches.

Ticket types & visitor access

The 2027 ticket information has not yet been fully published. Previous editions frequently used exhibitor-issued promotional codes that allowed professional visitors to register for free admission.

For example, participating exhibitors promoted free INNOTEQ visitor tickets using individual registration codes during the previous edition.

Because the official 2027 ticket price structure is not currently published, no unconfirmed admission price is presented as a confirmed 2027 charge. Visitors should use the official INNOTEQ registration platform when the final ticket system is activated.

The event is primarily aimed at professional visitors from the manufacturing, MEM, engineering, technology and industrial sectors.

VIP & professional access

INNOTEQ is a professional trade fair and is designed around direct interaction between exhibitors and industry visitors. Professional attendees can use the exhibition to meet suppliers, compare technical solutions, discuss production requirements and establish business contacts.

The event’s digital visitor platform also allows registered users to discover companies, products and programme items and establish new contacts. The official registration system promotes these networking features as part of the visitor experience.

Exhibitors and their invited customers can also use promotional ticket codes for visitor registration. This makes the event particularly suitable for existing business relationships as well as new supplier discovery.

Exhibitor list

The final INNOTEQ 2027 exhibitor list has not yet been published. The official website currently provides the previous exhibitor directory, which contains 282 entries from the 2025 edition.

Examples of previous exhibitors include:

• 3D PRECISION SA
• ABS Robotics Sarl
• Alesa AG
• Alicona Imaging GmbH
• ARCOZ AG
• Blaser Swisslube AG
• Carl Zeiss AG
• Dassault Systèmes Schweiz
• EROWA AG
• FANUC Switzerland GmbH
• HEIDENHAIN (Schweiz) AG
• Hexagon Metrology SA
• KEYENCE International
• Leica Microsystems
• Swissmem
• Swissmechanic
• Walter (Schweiz) AG

The previous directory shows exhibitors across additive manufacturing, process automation, measurement technology, precision tools, machine tools, materials, toolmaking and surface treatment.

Product launches & new collections

INNOTEQ focuses on industrial product launches and technology demonstrations rather than consumer-style collections. Exhibitors use the event to introduce new machinery, tooling concepts, automation solutions, measurement systems, software and production technologies.

Previous exhibitor activity included live demonstrations and new manufacturing solutions, while conference sessions addressed generative virtual twins, resource-efficient tooling and other innovations affecting modern production.

The 2027 exhibition is expected to provide opportunities for manufacturers and technology providers to demonstrate new solutions directly to engineers, purchasing professionals, production managers and other decision-makers.

Event rules

Visitors should follow the general rules of the BERNEXPO exhibition grounds and instructions from INNOTEQ organisers and exhibitors. Registration is handled through the official event platform, where users can manage digital tickets and access event information.

Ordinary dogs are not permitted inside the exhibition halls or on the exhibition grounds, with exceptions for guide and assistance dogs. A cloakroom is available in Hall 2.1 for a fee; the current visitor information lists the charge as approximately $2.50 per item based on the published Swiss-franc fee and an indicative conversion.

Visitors should also follow all safety requirements when entering areas containing operating machinery, demonstrations or technical equipment. Specific instructions may vary according to the individual exhibitor and demonstration.

Official tickets & registration

The official INNOTEQ registration platform allows visitors to create a login, manage digital tickets, discover participating companies and products, review programme items and establish contacts before or during the event.

The 2027 ticket conditions and final registration arrangements should be checked through the official website as the event approaches. Previous editions used exhibitor invitation codes for free visitor registration, but visitors should wait for the official 2027 ticket information rather than assuming the same arrangements will apply.

Official website: https://innoteq.ch/