🌐 30 shows across 4 global regions

Global Connector Trade Shows

Upcoming connector and electronics trade shows worldwide, organised by market. Filter by region, jump to your industry, and never miss a key event.

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Industrial & Automation

Factory automation, M12/M8 connectivity, fieldbuses, and Industry 4.0 interconnect.

17 shows
Asia-Pacific

Electronica India / Productronica India 2026

India's Premier Electronics & Production Technology Exhibition

📅 Sep 17–19, 2026📍 Bangalore, India👤 ~30,000 attendees

India's fastest-growing electronics exhibition. Key venue for connector OEMs entering the Indian market — industrial M12, automotive high-voltage connectors, and PCB assembly interconnect.

Key exhibitors:

TE ConnectivityAmphenolMolexPhoenix ContactHarting
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+1
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North America

The Battery Show North America 2026

Advanced Battery Technology for Transportation & Industrial Applications

📅 Oct 6–8, 2026📍 Detroit, MI, USA👤 ~18,000 attendees

North America's leading event for EV battery technology. Key showcase for high-voltage DC connectors, battery management interconnect, and EV charging systems from 400V to 1500V.

Key exhibitors:

TE ConnectivityAmphenolMolexRosenbergerSouriau
Automotive / EVEnergy+1
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Asia-Pacific★ Featured

CEATEC 2026

Combined Exhibition of Advanced Technologies

📅 Oct 13–16, 2026📍 Chiba, Japan👤 ~60,000 attendees

Japan's largest electronics and IT trade show. Key showcase for Japanese connector OEMs — Hirose, JAE, JST, Molex Japan, and SMK — presenting their latest PCB and board-to-board connector innovations.

Key exhibitors:

HiroseJAEJSTSMKMolexAmphenol
Automotive / EVData Center+2
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Middle East

GITEX Global 2026

The World's Largest Tech & Startup Show

📅 Oct 13–17, 2026📍 Dubai, UAE👤 ~170,000 attendees

The Middle East's largest technology exhibition. Growing showcase for data centre infrastructure, fibre optic interconnect, and smart city connectivity solutions from global and regional suppliers.

Key exhibitors:

TE ConnectivityBeldenCommScopeHuaweiAmphenol
Data CenterTelecom+1
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North America

IWCS 2026 — International Wire & Cable Symposium

The Premier Technical Conference for Wire, Cable & Connectivity

📅 Oct 25–28, 2026📍 Providence, RI, USA👤 ~1,200 attendees

Technical symposium covering wire, cable, and connectivity technologies. Strong on material science, insulation, conductor technology, and connector solutions across all industries.

Key exhibitors:

PrysmianBeldenSouthwireTE ConnectivityAmphenol
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+3
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Middle East★ Featured

ADIPEC 2026

Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition & Conference

📅 Nov 2–5, 2026📍 Abu Dhabi, UAE👤 ~160,000 attendees

The world's largest oil and gas exhibition. Key venue for subsea and topside connector suppliers serving Middle East energy projects — high-temperature, H2S-rated, and explosion-proof interconnect.

Key exhibitors:

Amphenol PcdSouriauTE ConnectivityPhoenix ContactGlenair
Oil & GasMarine+1
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Europe★ Featured

electronica 2026

World's Leading Trade Fair for Electronic Components, Systems & Applications

📅 Nov 10–13, 2026📍 Munich, Germany👤 ~75,000 attendees

The world's largest electronics trade fair. Every major connector OEM exhibits — Amphenol, TE Connectivity, Molex, Hirose, LEMO, Souriau, and hundreds more. Held biennially in Munich.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolTE ConnectivityMolexHiroseLEMOSouriauPhoenix ContactHarting
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+5
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Europe

SPS 2026 — Smart Production Solutions

International Exhibition for Smart and Digital Automation

📅 Nov 24–26, 2026📍 Nuremberg, Germany👤 ~65,000 attendees

Europe's leading automation trade fair. Key venue for industrial circular connectors — M8, M12, M23, and rectangular connectors for factory automation, robotics, and motion control.

Key exhibitors:

Phoenix ContactHartingWeidmüllerLumbergBinderMolex
IndustrialRobotics+1
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Asia-Pacific

SEMICON Japan 2026

The Most Important Electronics Manufacturing Event in Asia

📅 Dec 10–12, 2026📍 Tokyo, Japan👤 ~50,000 attendees

Asia's premier semiconductor and electronics manufacturing event. Key showcase for fine-pitch board connectors, zero-insertion-force (ZIF) connectors, and high-reliability semiconductor packaging interconnect.

Key exhibitors:

HiroseJAEMolexTE ConnectivityAmphenolJST
IndustrialData Center+1
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Asia-Pacific

NEPCON Japan 2027

Electronics Manufacturing & Mounting Technology Exhibition

📅 Jan 15–17, 2027📍 Tokyo, Japan👤 ~55,000 attendees

Japan's largest PCB and electronics assembly exhibition. Key event for Japanese connector manufacturers — Hirose, JST, Molex, and JAE — showcasing board-to-board and wire-to-board solutions.

Key exhibitors:

HiroseJSTMolexJAETE ConnectivityAmphenol
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+1
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North America

IPC APEX EXPO 2027

The Premier Electronics Manufacturing Event

📅 Mar 9–12, 2027📍 Anaheim, CA, USA👤 ~12,000 attendees

The premier electronics manufacturing and PCB assembly event. Key showcase for board-to-board, wire-to-board, and IDC connectors. Strong technical standards focus on IPC-A-620 and IPC-J-STD.

Key exhibitors:

MolexTE ConnectivityAmphenolHiroseJSTSamtec
IndustrialDefense+1
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Asia-Pacific★ Featured

electronica China 2027

International Trade Fair for Electronic Components & Systems

📅 Mar 25–27, 2027📍 Shanghai, China👤 ~65,000 attendees

China's premier electronics components fair. The key venue for connector OEMs entering the Chinese market — automotive, industrial, and consumer connector launches from all major global players.

Key exhibitors:

TE ConnectivityAmphenolMolexHiroseJAEPhoenix ContactHarting
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+2
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Europe★ Featured

Hannover Messe 2027

The World's Leading Industrial Technology Trade Fair

📅 Apr 19–23, 2027📍 Hannover, Germany👤 ~130,000 attendees

The world's most important industrial technology event. Showcase for M12/M8 sensors, fieldbuses, and Industry 4.0 interconnect from Harting, Phoenix Contact, Weidmüller, and all major OEMs.

Key exhibitors:

HartingPhoenix ContactWeidmüllerAmphenolTE ConnectivityMurrelektronik
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+2
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North America★ Featured

OTC 2027 — Offshore Technology Conference

Advancing Offshore Resources — Energy, Environment, Technology

📅 May 3–6, 2027📍 Houston, TX, USA👤 ~60,000 attendees

World's foremost event for offshore energy technology. North American hub for subsea connector suppliers, ROV connector systems, and high-pressure downhole interconnect.

Key exhibitors:

Amphenol PcdTE ConnectivitySouriauCobaltTronic
Oil & GasMarine+1
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North America

Automate Show 2027

North America's Largest Showcase for Automation & Robotics

📅 May 17–20, 2027📍 Detroit, MI, USA👤 ~25,000 attendees

North America's premier automation and robotics event. Key connector showcase for robot tool changers, fieldbus (PROFINET/EtherNet-IP), and industrial automation M12 connectivity.

Key exhibitors:

HartingMolexTE ConnectivityAmphenolPhoenix ContactODU
IndustrialRobotics+1
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Europe★ Featured

SPE Offshore Europe 2027

The World's Premier Upstream Oil & Gas Event

📅 Sep 2–5, 2027📍 Aberdeen, Scotland, UK👤 ~40,000 attendees

The world's largest upstream oil & gas event. Showcase for subsea and topside connector systems — IP68 rated, H2S resistant, deepwater ROV and umbilical interconnect. Held biennially.

Key exhibitors:

Amphenol PcdSouriauTE ConnectivityCobaltGlenair
Oil & GasMarine+1
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Europe

productronica 2027

World's Leading Trade Fair for Electronics Development & Production

📅 Nov 16–19, 2027📍 Munich, Germany👤 ~45,000 attendees

The world's leading electronics production technology fair, held biennially in odd years. Key for connector assembly tooling, crimping equipment, and automated connector handling.

Key exhibitors:

TE ConnectivityAmphenolMolexHartingPhoenix Contact
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+1
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Military & Defense

MIL-spec connectors, ruggedised electronics, and defence platform interconnect.

12 shows
Europe

MSPO 2026

International Defence Industry Exhibition

📅 Sep 1–4, 2026📍 Kielce, Poland👤 ~30,000 attendees

Central and Eastern Europe's premier defence exhibition. Key for NATO-standard MIL-spec connectors and ruggedised electronics for ground, air, and naval platforms.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolSouriauITT CannonRosenbergerGlenair
DefenseMilitary
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North America★ Featured

AUSA Annual Meeting & Exposition 2026

Association of the United States Army — Land Warfare Exhibition

📅 Oct 12–14, 2026📍 Washington, D.C., USA👤 ~32,000 attendees

One of the largest land warfare exhibitions in the US. Key venue for MIL-spec connector suppliers — Amphenol Military, Souriau, ITT Cannon, Glenair, and Omnetics all exhibit.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolSouriauITT CannonGlenairOmneticsPositronic
DefenseMilitary
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North America

IWCS 2026 — International Wire & Cable Symposium

The Premier Technical Conference for Wire, Cable & Connectivity

📅 Oct 25–28, 2026📍 Providence, RI, USA👤 ~1,200 attendees

Technical symposium covering wire, cable, and connectivity technologies. Strong on material science, insulation, conductor technology, and connector solutions across all industries.

Key exhibitors:

PrysmianBeldenSouthwireTE ConnectivityAmphenol
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+3
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Europe★ Featured

electronica 2026

World's Leading Trade Fair for Electronic Components, Systems & Applications

📅 Nov 10–13, 2026📍 Munich, Germany👤 ~75,000 attendees

The world's largest electronics trade fair. Every major connector OEM exhibits — Amphenol, TE Connectivity, Molex, Hirose, LEMO, Souriau, and hundreds more. Held biennially in Munich.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolTE ConnectivityMolexHiroseLEMOSouriauPhoenix ContactHarting
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+5
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Asia-Pacific

SEMICON Japan 2026

The Most Important Electronics Manufacturing Event in Asia

📅 Dec 10–12, 2026📍 Tokyo, Japan👤 ~50,000 attendees

Asia's premier semiconductor and electronics manufacturing event. Key showcase for fine-pitch board connectors, zero-insertion-force (ZIF) connectors, and high-reliability semiconductor packaging interconnect.

Key exhibitors:

HiroseJAEMolexTE ConnectivityAmphenolJST
IndustrialData Center+1
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Asia-Pacific

NEPCON Japan 2027

Electronics Manufacturing & Mounting Technology Exhibition

📅 Jan 15–17, 2027📍 Tokyo, Japan👤 ~55,000 attendees

Japan's largest PCB and electronics assembly exhibition. Key event for Japanese connector manufacturers — Hirose, JST, Molex, and JAE — showcasing board-to-board and wire-to-board solutions.

Key exhibitors:

HiroseJSTMolexJAETE ConnectivityAmphenol
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+1
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Middle East★ Featured

IDEX 2027

International Defence Exhibition & Conference

📅 Feb 17–21, 2027📍 Abu Dhabi, UAE👤 ~100,000 attendees

The world's largest defence exhibition in the Middle East. Held biennially, IDEX is a critical venue for MIL-spec connector suppliers and ruggedised interconnect for land, air, and naval platforms.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolSouriauITT CannonGlenairTE ConnectivitySmiths Interconnect
DefenseMilitary+1
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North America

IPC APEX EXPO 2027

The Premier Electronics Manufacturing Event

📅 Mar 9–12, 2027📍 Anaheim, CA, USA👤 ~12,000 attendees

The premier electronics manufacturing and PCB assembly event. Key showcase for board-to-board, wire-to-board, and IDC connectors. Strong technical standards focus on IPC-A-620 and IPC-J-STD.

Key exhibitors:

MolexTE ConnectivityAmphenolHiroseJSTSamtec
IndustrialDefense+1
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North America

Sea-Air-Space 2027

US Navy League's Maritime Defence Exhibition

📅 Apr 5–7, 2027📍 National Harbor, MD, USA👤 ~15,000 attendees

The US Navy's premier exposition. Key venue for subsea, naval, and shipboard connector systems — MIL-DTL-38999, circular underwater connectors, and fibre optic naval interconnect.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolTE ConnectivitySouriauGlenairCobalt
DefenseMilitary+1
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Europe★ Featured

Paris Air Show 2027

International Paris Air Show — Le Bourget

📅 Jun 14–20, 2027📍 Le Bourget, France👤 ~300,000 attendees

The world's oldest and largest aviation trade show. Key venue for aerospace-grade circular connectors, MIL-DTL-38999 series, fibre optic aircraft interconnect, and next-generation avionics connectors.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolSouriauTE ConnectivityGlenairSmiths InterconnectFischer Connectors
AerospaceDefense+1
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Europe★ Featured

DSEI 2027

Defence & Security Equipment International

📅 Sep 9–12, 2027📍 London, UK👤 ~37,000 attendees

The world's premier defence and security event, held biennially. Major showcase for MIL-spec connectors, ruggedised electronics, and naval/ground/air platform interconnect.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolTE ConnectivitySouriauITT CannonGlenairSmiths Interconnect
DefenseMilitary+1
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Europe

productronica 2027

World's Leading Trade Fair for Electronics Development & Production

📅 Nov 16–19, 2027📍 Munich, Germany👤 ~45,000 attendees

The world's leading electronics production technology fair, held biennially in odd years. Key for connector assembly tooling, crimping equipment, and automated connector handling.

Key exhibitors:

TE ConnectivityAmphenolMolexHartingPhoenix Contact
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+1
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Aerospace

Aerospace-grade interconnect, avionics connectors, and aircraft platform systems.

6 shows
North America

IWCS 2026 — International Wire & Cable Symposium

The Premier Technical Conference for Wire, Cable & Connectivity

📅 Oct 25–28, 2026📍 Providence, RI, USA👤 ~1,200 attendees

Technical symposium covering wire, cable, and connectivity technologies. Strong on material science, insulation, conductor technology, and connector solutions across all industries.

Key exhibitors:

PrysmianBeldenSouthwireTE ConnectivityAmphenol
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+3
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Europe★ Featured

electronica 2026

World's Leading Trade Fair for Electronic Components, Systems & Applications

📅 Nov 10–13, 2026📍 Munich, Germany👤 ~75,000 attendees

The world's largest electronics trade fair. Every major connector OEM exhibits — Amphenol, TE Connectivity, Molex, Hirose, LEMO, Souriau, and hundreds more. Held biennially in Munich.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolTE ConnectivityMolexHiroseLEMOSouriauPhoenix ContactHarting
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+5
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North America

DesignCon 2027

High-Speed Communications & Systems Design Conference

📅 Jan 27–29, 2027📍 Santa Clara, CA, USA👤 ~5,000 attendees

Premier event for signal integrity, high-speed interconnect, and board design engineers. Key venue for high-speed connector launches from Amphenol, Molex, Samtec, and TE Connectivity.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolMolexSamtecTE ConnectivityRosenberger
Data CenterTelecom+1
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North America

IPC APEX EXPO 2027

The Premier Electronics Manufacturing Event

📅 Mar 9–12, 2027📍 Anaheim, CA, USA👤 ~12,000 attendees

The premier electronics manufacturing and PCB assembly event. Key showcase for board-to-board, wire-to-board, and IDC connectors. Strong technical standards focus on IPC-A-620 and IPC-J-STD.

Key exhibitors:

MolexTE ConnectivityAmphenolHiroseJSTSamtec
IndustrialDefense+1
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Europe★ Featured

Paris Air Show 2027

International Paris Air Show — Le Bourget

📅 Jun 14–20, 2027📍 Le Bourget, France👤 ~300,000 attendees

The world's oldest and largest aviation trade show. Key venue for aerospace-grade circular connectors, MIL-DTL-38999 series, fibre optic aircraft interconnect, and next-generation avionics connectors.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolSouriauTE ConnectivityGlenairSmiths InterconnectFischer Connectors
AerospaceDefense+1
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Europe★ Featured

DSEI 2027

Defence & Security Equipment International

📅 Sep 9–12, 2027📍 London, UK👤 ~37,000 attendees

The world's premier defence and security event, held biennially. Major showcase for MIL-spec connectors, ruggedised electronics, and naval/ground/air platform interconnect.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolTE ConnectivitySouriauITT CannonGlenairSmiths Interconnect
DefenseMilitary+1
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Automotive & EV

High-voltage EV connectors, CCS/CHAdeMO charging, and automotive-grade interconnect.

12 shows
Asia-Pacific

Electronica India / Productronica India 2026

India's Premier Electronics & Production Technology Exhibition

📅 Sep 17–19, 2026📍 Bangalore, India👤 ~30,000 attendees

India's fastest-growing electronics exhibition. Key venue for connector OEMs entering the Indian market — industrial M12, automotive high-voltage connectors, and PCB assembly interconnect.

Key exhibitors:

TE ConnectivityAmphenolMolexPhoenix ContactHarting
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+1
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North America

The Battery Show North America 2026

Advanced Battery Technology for Transportation & Industrial Applications

📅 Oct 6–8, 2026📍 Detroit, MI, USA👤 ~18,000 attendees

North America's leading event for EV battery technology. Key showcase for high-voltage DC connectors, battery management interconnect, and EV charging systems from 400V to 1500V.

Key exhibitors:

TE ConnectivityAmphenolMolexRosenbergerSouriau
Automotive / EVEnergy+1
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Asia-Pacific★ Featured

CEATEC 2026

Combined Exhibition of Advanced Technologies

📅 Oct 13–16, 2026📍 Chiba, Japan👤 ~60,000 attendees

Japan's largest electronics and IT trade show. Key showcase for Japanese connector OEMs — Hirose, JAE, JST, Molex Japan, and SMK — presenting their latest PCB and board-to-board connector innovations.

Key exhibitors:

HiroseJAEJSTSMKMolexAmphenol
Automotive / EVData Center+2
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North America

IWCS 2026 — International Wire & Cable Symposium

The Premier Technical Conference for Wire, Cable & Connectivity

📅 Oct 25–28, 2026📍 Providence, RI, USA👤 ~1,200 attendees

Technical symposium covering wire, cable, and connectivity technologies. Strong on material science, insulation, conductor technology, and connector solutions across all industries.

Key exhibitors:

PrysmianBeldenSouthwireTE ConnectivityAmphenol
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+3
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Europe★ Featured

electronica 2026

World's Leading Trade Fair for Electronic Components, Systems & Applications

📅 Nov 10–13, 2026📍 Munich, Germany👤 ~75,000 attendees

The world's largest electronics trade fair. Every major connector OEM exhibits — Amphenol, TE Connectivity, Molex, Hirose, LEMO, Souriau, and hundreds more. Held biennially in Munich.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolTE ConnectivityMolexHiroseLEMOSouriauPhoenix ContactHarting
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+5
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Europe

SPS 2026 — Smart Production Solutions

International Exhibition for Smart and Digital Automation

📅 Nov 24–26, 2026📍 Nuremberg, Germany👤 ~65,000 attendees

Europe's leading automation trade fair. Key venue for industrial circular connectors — M8, M12, M23, and rectangular connectors for factory automation, robotics, and motion control.

Key exhibitors:

Phoenix ContactHartingWeidmüllerLumbergBinderMolex
IndustrialRobotics+1
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North America

CES 2027

The Most Powerful Tech Event in the World

📅 Jan 5–8, 2027📍 Las Vegas, NV, USA👤 ~130,000 attendees

Global stage for EV technology, smart mobility, and connected devices. Key showcase for EV charging connectors, USB4, Thunderbolt, and next-generation consumer interconnect standards.

Key exhibitors:

TE ConnectivityMolexAmphenolHiroseJST
Automotive / EVData Center+1
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Asia-Pacific

NEPCON Japan 2027

Electronics Manufacturing & Mounting Technology Exhibition

📅 Jan 15–17, 2027📍 Tokyo, Japan👤 ~55,000 attendees

Japan's largest PCB and electronics assembly exhibition. Key event for Japanese connector manufacturers — Hirose, JST, Molex, and JAE — showcasing board-to-board and wire-to-board solutions.

Key exhibitors:

HiroseJSTMolexJAETE ConnectivityAmphenol
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+1
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Asia-Pacific★ Featured

electronica China 2027

International Trade Fair for Electronic Components & Systems

📅 Mar 25–27, 2027📍 Shanghai, China👤 ~65,000 attendees

China's premier electronics components fair. The key venue for connector OEMs entering the Chinese market — automotive, industrial, and consumer connector launches from all major global players.

Key exhibitors:

TE ConnectivityAmphenolMolexHiroseJAEPhoenix ContactHarting
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+2
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Europe★ Featured

Hannover Messe 2027

The World's Leading Industrial Technology Trade Fair

📅 Apr 19–23, 2027📍 Hannover, Germany👤 ~130,000 attendees

The world's most important industrial technology event. Showcase for M12/M8 sensors, fieldbuses, and Industry 4.0 interconnect from Harting, Phoenix Contact, Weidmüller, and all major OEMs.

Key exhibitors:

HartingPhoenix ContactWeidmüllerAmphenolTE ConnectivityMurrelektronik
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+2
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North America

Automate Show 2027

North America's Largest Showcase for Automation & Robotics

📅 May 17–20, 2027📍 Detroit, MI, USA👤 ~25,000 attendees

North America's premier automation and robotics event. Key connector showcase for robot tool changers, fieldbus (PROFINET/EtherNet-IP), and industrial automation M12 connectivity.

Key exhibitors:

HartingMolexTE ConnectivityAmphenolPhoenix ContactODU
IndustrialRobotics+1
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Europe

productronica 2027

World's Leading Trade Fair for Electronics Development & Production

📅 Nov 16–19, 2027📍 Munich, Germany👤 ~45,000 attendees

The world's leading electronics production technology fair, held biennially in odd years. Key for connector assembly tooling, crimping equipment, and automated connector handling.

Key exhibitors:

TE ConnectivityAmphenolMolexHartingPhoenix Contact
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+1
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Oil & Gas / Marine

Subsea, ROV, and topside connector systems for offshore and marine applications.

5 shows
Middle East★ Featured

ADIPEC 2026

Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition & Conference

📅 Nov 2–5, 2026📍 Abu Dhabi, UAE👤 ~160,000 attendees

The world's largest oil and gas exhibition. Key venue for subsea and topside connector suppliers serving Middle East energy projects — high-temperature, H2S-rated, and explosion-proof interconnect.

Key exhibitors:

Amphenol PcdSouriauTE ConnectivityPhoenix ContactGlenair
Oil & GasMarine+1
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Middle East★ Featured

IDEX 2027

International Defence Exhibition & Conference

📅 Feb 17–21, 2027📍 Abu Dhabi, UAE👤 ~100,000 attendees

The world's largest defence exhibition in the Middle East. Held biennially, IDEX is a critical venue for MIL-spec connector suppliers and ruggedised interconnect for land, air, and naval platforms.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolSouriauITT CannonGlenairTE ConnectivitySmiths Interconnect
DefenseMilitary+1
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North America

Sea-Air-Space 2027

US Navy League's Maritime Defence Exhibition

📅 Apr 5–7, 2027📍 National Harbor, MD, USA👤 ~15,000 attendees

The US Navy's premier exposition. Key venue for subsea, naval, and shipboard connector systems — MIL-DTL-38999, circular underwater connectors, and fibre optic naval interconnect.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolTE ConnectivitySouriauGlenairCobalt
DefenseMilitary+1
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North America★ Featured

OTC 2027 — Offshore Technology Conference

Advancing Offshore Resources — Energy, Environment, Technology

📅 May 3–6, 2027📍 Houston, TX, USA👤 ~60,000 attendees

World's foremost event for offshore energy technology. North American hub for subsea connector suppliers, ROV connector systems, and high-pressure downhole interconnect.

Key exhibitors:

Amphenol PcdTE ConnectivitySouriauCobaltTronic
Oil & GasMarine+1
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Europe★ Featured

SPE Offshore Europe 2027

The World's Premier Upstream Oil & Gas Event

📅 Sep 2–5, 2027📍 Aberdeen, Scotland, UK👤 ~40,000 attendees

The world's largest upstream oil & gas event. Showcase for subsea and topside connector systems — IP68 rated, H2S resistant, deepwater ROV and umbilical interconnect. Held biennially.

Key exhibitors:

Amphenol PcdSouriauTE ConnectivityCobaltGlenair
Oil & GasMarine+1
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Medical

Medical-grade push-pull connectors, sterilizable housings, and surgical interconnect.

3 shows
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Broadcast & Entertainment

Professional AV, XLR, BNC, and fibre optic broadcast interconnect.

2 shows
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Data Center & Telecom

High-density fibre optics, MTP/MPO, and high-speed board-to-board connectors.

11 shows
Europe

IBC Show 2026

International Broadcasting Convention

📅 Sep 11–14, 2026📍 Amsterdam, Netherlands👤 ~43,000 attendees

Europe's largest broadcast and media technology event. Key showcase for professional audio/video connectors, fibre optic broadcast cabling, and IP-based media interconnect.

Key exhibitors:

NeutrikBeldenAmphenolCanareHuber+Suhner
BroadcastEntertainment+1
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Asia-Pacific

Electronica India / Productronica India 2026

India's Premier Electronics & Production Technology Exhibition

📅 Sep 17–19, 2026📍 Bangalore, India👤 ~30,000 attendees

India's fastest-growing electronics exhibition. Key venue for connector OEMs entering the Indian market — industrial M12, automotive high-voltage connectors, and PCB assembly interconnect.

Key exhibitors:

TE ConnectivityAmphenolMolexPhoenix ContactHarting
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+1
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Asia-Pacific★ Featured

CEATEC 2026

Combined Exhibition of Advanced Technologies

📅 Oct 13–16, 2026📍 Chiba, Japan👤 ~60,000 attendees

Japan's largest electronics and IT trade show. Key showcase for Japanese connector OEMs — Hirose, JAE, JST, Molex Japan, and SMK — presenting their latest PCB and board-to-board connector innovations.

Key exhibitors:

HiroseJAEJSTSMKMolexAmphenol
Automotive / EVData Center+2
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Middle East

GITEX Global 2026

The World's Largest Tech & Startup Show

📅 Oct 13–17, 2026📍 Dubai, UAE👤 ~170,000 attendees

The Middle East's largest technology exhibition. Growing showcase for data centre infrastructure, fibre optic interconnect, and smart city connectivity solutions from global and regional suppliers.

Key exhibitors:

TE ConnectivityBeldenCommScopeHuaweiAmphenol
Data CenterTelecom+1
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North America

IWCS 2026 — International Wire & Cable Symposium

The Premier Technical Conference for Wire, Cable & Connectivity

📅 Oct 25–28, 2026📍 Providence, RI, USA👤 ~1,200 attendees

Technical symposium covering wire, cable, and connectivity technologies. Strong on material science, insulation, conductor technology, and connector solutions across all industries.

Key exhibitors:

PrysmianBeldenSouthwireTE ConnectivityAmphenol
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+3
Visit site ↗
Europe★ Featured

electronica 2026

World's Leading Trade Fair for Electronic Components, Systems & Applications

📅 Nov 10–13, 2026📍 Munich, Germany👤 ~75,000 attendees

The world's largest electronics trade fair. Every major connector OEM exhibits — Amphenol, TE Connectivity, Molex, Hirose, LEMO, Souriau, and hundreds more. Held biennially in Munich.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolTE ConnectivityMolexHiroseLEMOSouriauPhoenix ContactHarting
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+5
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Asia-Pacific

SEMICON Japan 2026

The Most Important Electronics Manufacturing Event in Asia

📅 Dec 10–12, 2026📍 Tokyo, Japan👤 ~50,000 attendees

Asia's premier semiconductor and electronics manufacturing event. Key showcase for fine-pitch board connectors, zero-insertion-force (ZIF) connectors, and high-reliability semiconductor packaging interconnect.

Key exhibitors:

HiroseJAEMolexTE ConnectivityAmphenolJST
IndustrialData Center+1
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North America

CES 2027

The Most Powerful Tech Event in the World

📅 Jan 5–8, 2027📍 Las Vegas, NV, USA👤 ~130,000 attendees

Global stage for EV technology, smart mobility, and connected devices. Key showcase for EV charging connectors, USB4, Thunderbolt, and next-generation consumer interconnect standards.

Key exhibitors:

TE ConnectivityMolexAmphenolHiroseJST
Automotive / EVData Center+1
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North America

DesignCon 2027

High-Speed Communications & Systems Design Conference

📅 Jan 27–29, 2027📍 Santa Clara, CA, USA👤 ~5,000 attendees

Premier event for signal integrity, high-speed interconnect, and board design engineers. Key venue for high-speed connector launches from Amphenol, Molex, Samtec, and TE Connectivity.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolMolexSamtecTE ConnectivityRosenberger
Data CenterTelecom+1
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Asia-Pacific★ Featured

electronica China 2027

International Trade Fair for Electronic Components & Systems

📅 Mar 25–27, 2027📍 Shanghai, China👤 ~65,000 attendees

China's premier electronics components fair. The key venue for connector OEMs entering the Chinese market — automotive, industrial, and consumer connector launches from all major global players.

Key exhibitors:

TE ConnectivityAmphenolMolexHiroseJAEPhoenix ContactHarting
IndustrialAutomotive / EV+2
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Asia-Pacific

CommunicAsia 2027

Asia's Premier ICT Event

📅 Jun 3–5, 2027📍 Singapore👤 ~40,000 attendees

Asia's largest ICT event. Key showcase for fibre optic connectors, MTP/MPO solutions, and high-density data centre interconnect serving Asia's rapidly expanding data centre market.

Key exhibitors:

AmphenolBeldenCommScopeHuber+SuhnerTE Connectivity
TelecomData Center
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Energy & Utilities

Power connectors for solar, wind, battery storage, and utility grid applications.

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