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LIGNA PLUS Hannover 2027: The Essential Guide

May 10-14, 2027 · Hannover, Germany · 4 min read

LIGNA PLUS Hannover 2027 brings the global wood and forestry machinery industry to Deutsche Messe Hannover from May 10-14. Here's how to make the most of it.

Every five years, the wood and forestry machinery world converges on Hannover, and LIGNA PLUS Hannover 2027 is shaping up to be the most comprehensive edition yet. Running May 10-14, 2027 at Deutsche Messe Hannover, this is the defining global platform for woodworking machinery, forestry technology, panel production, sawmill systems, and the growing overlap between wood-based industries and renewable energy. If you source, sell, or specify machinery for wood processing at any scale, this is the show that sets the agenda for the years ahead.

You can also track exhibitor updates and plan your visit through the LIGNA PLUS Hannover 2027 page on TradeShowIntel.

Who Comes to LIGNA PLUS Hannover 2027: From Sawmill Operators to Furniture Manufacturers

The attendee mix at LIGNA PLUS reflects just how broad the wood industry supply chain actually is. Four profiles dominate the floor:

• Woodworking plant managers and production engineers sourcing CNC machining centers, edge-banding systems, and automation upgrades for furniture and joinery production
• Forestry operations directors evaluating harvesting equipment, timber processing lines, and sawmill technology for primary wood conversion
• Procurement heads at panel manufacturers comparing press technologies, surface treatment systems, and board-handling automation across competing suppliers
• Sustainability and energy managers at timber companies exploring wood-based energy systems, biomass combustion technology, and integration with broader renewable energy infrastructure

The show also draws architects, interior designers, and product developers interested in the material and design innovation side, particularly in furniture, lighting, and home and office design.

What to Expect on the LIGNA PLUS 2027 Show Floor at Deutsche Messe Hannover

Deutsche Messe Hannover is one of the largest exhibition venues in the world, and LIGNA PLUS fills it across multiple halls with a genuinely wide product spectrum. Visitors can expect to walk through sections covering:

• Woodworking machinery for both custom joinery shops and high-volume industrial production, including sawing, milling, sanding, and finishing systems
• Forestry machinery and harvesting equipment, including forwarders, harvesters, and log handling systems
• Automation and industrial control technology for integrated production lines
• Wood-based panel production equipment, from fiber processing through to laminating and coating
• Energy from wood, including biomass boilers, wood gasification systems, and combined heat and power installations that sit at the intersection of timber processing and clean energy production
• Decoration, furniture design, and lighting showcasing the finished-product end of the wood value chain

Live machinery demonstrations are a hallmark of LIGNA, and visitors should expect working equipment running on the floor, not just static exhibits behind barriers.

What Exhibitors at LIGNA PLUS 2027 Need to Get Right

Buyers at LIGNA come prepared. Procurement cycles in wood machinery are long, capital-intensive, and often involve multiple stakeholders across technical, operational, and financial teams. If your booth relies on a single sales rep talking generics, you'll lose ground to competitors who show up with application specialists.

If you're selling automation or CNC technology, the conversation on this floor has shifted. Buyers are not just asking about cycle times; they're asking how your system integrates with their existing MES or ERP environment. Have your integration documentation ready and, if possible, bring a technical engineer who can speak to protocol-level specifics.

A common mistake among first-time LIGNA exhibitors is underestimating the energy segment. Wood-based energy systems, biomass installations, and renewable energy tie-ins now represent a significant share of the show's audience. If your product has an energy-efficiency or biomass angle, make it visible in your stand design and collateral. Buyers from this segment often come from a different organizational background than your traditional wood machinery customer, so don't assume the same pitch works.

With international buyers from across Europe, Asia, and the Americas on the floor, contact management becomes a real operational challenge over five days. Habsy lets your team scan business cards and badges on the spot, attach a voice note about what was discussed (whether it's a sawmill upgrade project or a biomass energy inquiry), and capture buying timeline and requirement size before moving to the next conversation. By the end of day five, your follow-up list is built, tagged by product interest, and ready to act on.

Visitor Tips for LIGNA PLUS Hannover 2027: Covering a Complex, Multi-Hall Floor

With machinery across forestry, woodworking, panel production, and energy all under one roof, planning your hall route in advance is not optional. Deutsche Messe Hannover's layout means walking without a plan can cost you half a day. Before you arrive, identify which product categories are your primary focus and map the relevant halls first.

If you're a furniture manufacturer evaluating surface finishing technology, build in time beyond the obvious machinery suppliers. Edge-banding, coating, and UV-curing systems are often demonstrated in adjacent halls, and some of the most relevant innovations come from suppliers you won't find in your usual sourcing channels.

For visitors attending LIGNA PLUS to evaluate wood energy systems or biomass technology, the technical demos are where real specification detail lives. Don't leave a conversation without capturing the supplier's technical contact, not just the sales rep's card. When you meet a German or Scandinavian equipment supplier and their materials are in a different language, Habsy App reads the card, enriches the company profile, and has their LinkedIn and company background ready before you've stepped away from the stand.

Why LIGNA PLUS Hannover 2027 Belongs on Your Calendar

For anyone operating in the wood processing, forestry, or wood-based energy sectors, LIGNA PLUS Hannover 2027 is not a nice-to-have. It is where the machinery market moves. New product generations are launched here, supplier relationships are established that drive procurement decisions for years, and the energy-from-wood segment is growing fast enough that even companies that have never considered biomass integration are showing up to understand their options.

Book travel and accommodation early. Hannover fills up fast during major Messe events. Visit ligna.de for official registration and exhibitor information.

If you're exhibiting with a team, set up your contact capture workflow before you land. Habsy Platform gives team leads a centralized dashboard showing every contact captured across the floor, which prospects have been followed up, and which high-value buyers still need attention. Get it configured before May 10 so your team hits the floor ready to work.

Frequently asked questions

What dates is LIGNA PLUS Hannover 2027?

LIGNA PLUS Hannover 2027 runs from May 10 to May 14, 2027. The event is held at Deutsche Messe Hannover in Hannover, Germany.

How often does LIGNA Hannover take place?

LIGNA Hannover runs on a five-year cycle, making it one of the less frequent but more significant trade shows in the woodworking and forestry machinery sector. This means each edition represents a major window for product launches and long-cycle procurement decisions.

Where exactly is LIGNA PLUS 2027 held?

LIGNA PLUS 2027 is held at Deutsche Messe Hannover, located at Messegelände, Hannover, Germany (postcode 30521). Deutsche Messe Hannover is one of the largest exhibition venues in the world.

How do I register for LIGNA PLUS Hannover 2027?

Official registration and exhibitor information for LIGNA PLUS Hannover 2027 is available at ligna.de. You can also contact Deutsche Messe directly at info@messe.de or by phone at +49 511 89-0.

Is LIGNA PLUS 2027 only for woodworking, or does it cover renewable energy too?

LIGNA PLUS 2027 covers a broad scope that includes woodworking machinery, forestry equipment, panel production, and wood-based energy systems such as biomass boilers, wood gasification, and combined heat and power installations. The energy-from-wood segment has grown substantially and now attracts a distinct audience of sustainability and energy managers alongside traditional wood industry buyers.

Is LIGNA PLUS Hannover a B2B or B2C event?

LIGNA PLUS Hannover is a B2B trade show targeting professionals across the wood processing and forestry supply chain, including plant managers, procurement heads, forestry directors, and energy managers. Architects and product developers in furniture and interior design also attend, but the primary focus is on industrial and commercial sourcing.

What is the best way to capture leads at LIGNA PLUS Hannover 2027?

With international buyers spread across five days and multiple halls, having a structured contact capture system in place before the show opens is critical. Tools like [Habsy](https://habsy.ai/event-lead-capture?utm_source=tradeshowintel&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=ligna-plus-hannover-2027&utm_content=faq) let exhibitors scan business cards and badges on the spot, attach voice notes about specific requirements, and tag contacts by product interest so follow-up is ready before the show ends.

How do I get to Deutsche Messe Hannover for LIGNA 2027?

Deutsche Messe Hannover is well connected by public transport, with a direct U-Bahn link from Hannover central station to the fairground. Hannover Airport also offers connections from major European hubs, though early booking is strongly advised as accommodation in Hannover fills quickly during large Messe events.

Does LIGNA PLUS 2027 include live machinery demonstrations?

Yes, live machinery demonstrations are a defining feature of LIGNA events, with working equipment running on the show floor across categories including woodworking, forestry, and energy systems. Visitors should expect to see operational machines rather than static displays.

Who organizes LIGNA PLUS Hannover 2027?

LIGNA PLUS Hannover 2027 is organized through Deutsche Messe AG, the operator of the Hannover fairground. The official event website is ligna.de, and Deutsche Messe can be contacted at info@messe.de or +49 511 89-0.