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AWE2026 Official Launch: A Vision for the Future

On July 22, 2025, the China Household Electrical Appliances Association hosted the official launch of the Appliance & Electronics World Expo 2026 (AWE2026) in Shanghai. The expo is themed 'Smart AI, Smarter Future', marking a fresh approach with two venue locations.

Dual Location Concept

Scheduled to take place from March 12 to 15, 2026, AWE2026 will unfold across two meticulously chosen locations: the Shanghai New International Expo Center and the Sunrise Complex, located within the Shanghai Eastern Hub International Business Cooperation Zone. This innovative setup is expected to cover over 170,000 square meters, showcasing more than 1,200 leading brands while attracting upwards of 200,000 visitors.

The Shanghai New International Expo Center

The main zone, taking up four days of the expo, will focus on consumer engagement, culminating in a dedicated Consumer Day. Spanning 140,000 square meters, this section of the expo promises to gather over a thousand global leaders from the household appliance and electronics sectors. Visitors can explore cutting-edge solutions for smart living, showcasing advancements in home intelligence, digital entertainment, fitness, health, green energy, smart mobility, and smart cities. This area will highlight innovations that are evolving around human needs and realistic scenarios, offering a comprehensive glimpse into the future of consumer electronics.

The Sunrise Complex – Advanced Consumer Electronics Technology Zone

The Sunrise Complex will serve as the Advanced Consumer Electronics Technology Zone, running for three days, from March 12 to 14, 2026. Covering an area of 30,000 square meters, this zone will be a hub for advanced technologies including chip designs, computer technologies, next-generation IT, display innovations, artificial intelligence, robotics, and solutions for smart homes. Organized into four thematic areas, the zone will depict breakthroughs in core technologies, commercialization of innovative products, upgrades to intelligent digital devices, and lifestyles empowered by smart technology. This setup promises to reflect the new productive forces that are driving the consumer electronics industry forward in the age of AI.

Global Impact and Future Outlook

With a broader vision, enhanced momentum, and an open approach to innovation, AWE2026 is set to stimulate global creativity, invigorate consumption, and guide the industry into a new era of smart living powered by artificial intelligence. It signifies China's commitment to being at the forefront of technological progress and industrial collaboration.

As we look forward to this monumental event, the stage is set for a transformative experience that aims not just to showcase products but to pave the way for an intelligent future.

Join us in Shanghai from March 12 to 15, 2026, and witness the remarkable journey towards a smarter, AI-driven lifestyle!