25th China International Industry Fair to Focus on Advanced Manufacturing and Global Partnerships
The 25th China International Industry Fair (CIIF) 2025
The highly anticipated 25th China International Industry Fair (CIIF 2025) is set to take place from September 23 to 27, 2025, at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai. This event stands as a pivotal platform for advancing international industrial cooperation and showcasing China's leading solutions in intelligent manufacturing.
Expected to attract nearly 3,000 enterprises from 30 countries and regions, CIIF 2025 is deemed a significant occasion for businesses looking to network and explore innovative manufacturing technologies.
Since its inception in 1999, the CIIF has played a crucial role in presenting the entire industrial supply chain, encompassing basic materials, key components, advanced equipment, and integrated solutions. Additionally, it provides an invaluable platform for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) aiming for transformation, facilitating collaboration among industry experts to inspire industrial and scientific innovation.
As highlighted by Yao Chunyu, Deputy General Manager of DEXPO Shanghai Industry Commerce Exhibition Co., Ltd, "The CIIF has been a witness and a driver in the advancement of China’s industrial development while enhancing communication and integration within the global industrial chain. Our commitment lies in continuously promoting industrial innovation and fostering open international collaboration."
The 2025 edition promises an engaging experience with nine themed shows and a series of innovation zones. Attendees can look forward to a comprehensive lineup featuring a '1+10+N' conference format and a '1+3+Z' award system designed to create an immersive international event that merges technology showcases, business matchmaking, and industry exchanges.
Among the notable shows is the Metalworking and CNC Machine Tool Show (MWCS), recognized as a key international exhibition for metalworking technologies. It emphasizes innovations in areas like metal-cutting, sheet metal processing, fabrication, and 3D printing, reflecting groundbreaking advancements that are poised to lift global manufacturing practices. Expect prominent exhibitors such as Bodor and Penta Laser to participate.
Another spotlight event is the Industrial Automation Show (IAS), themed “Automation + Industrial AI.” This show will delve into obtaining intelligent manufacturing solutions through systems and integration tailored for specific industries. IA will collaborate with industry giants including Siemens, Bosch Rexroth, Schneider Electric, and others, showcasing new smart manufacturing scenarios.
The Robotics Show (RS) will bring together global pioneers in robotics like ABB, FANUC, YASKAWA, and KUKA. Attendees can expect to hear about cutting-edge technologies and products, with over 350 exhibitors set to unveil more than 100 new product launches alongside thousands of industrial devices. This year will also feature a devoted Humanoid Robot Zone, presenting a thorough display of the entire humanoid ecosystem – from essential components to intelligent integration.
Beyond these main attractions, CIIF 2025 aims to spotlight emerging industries including advancements in new materials, future transportation, and AI technology. The Energy Show (ES) will focus on integrated systems that unite Wind, Solar, Nuclear, Hydrogen, and Storage technologies, with notable participants such as Shanghai Electric and CRRC.
Furthermore, the Information Communication Technology Show (ICTS) will showcase cutting-edge achievements in sectors like integrated circuits and industrial AI. New and innovative transportation concepts will feature prominently in the Future Transportation Industry Show (FTIS), while the Green Low-Carbon Show (GLCS) targets energy efficiency through high-tech solutions and a circular economy.
The CIIF's role isn’t limited to industrial innovation and international cooperation; it also advocates market-oriented transformation. As a vital platform for global industrial resources and intelligent manufacturing, CIIF 2025 invites professionals from various sectors to participate and witness the future of industrial technology unfold in Shanghai.