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    Dates

    5–7 Oct 2027

    City / country

    Herning, Denmark

    Venue

    MCH Messecenter Herning

    Time

    8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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    Event overview

    Overview

    HI Tech & Industry Scandinavia is a prominent B2B trade fair scheduled for October 5-7, 2027, at MCH Messecenter Herning, Denmark.

    This event serves as a key meeting point for industry professionals, showcasing innovations and fostering connections among decision-makers seeking new products and technologies.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Edition Dates: HI Tech & Industry Scandinavia runs 5-7 October 2027 at MCH Messecenter Herning in Herning, Denmark.
    2. 2Buyer Scale: The show is a leading Danish industry meeting point with more than 20,000 relevant visitors expected.
    3. 3Sector Scope: Exhibits span six core industry sectors covering automation, energy, supply chain and production technology.
    4. 4Venue Access: Hotel Herning sits 190 m from the halls, with Scandic Regina and Herning City Hotel about 2.2 km away.
    5. 5Gateways: Billund (BLL) and Copenhagen (CPH) airports serve arrivals, with captured Danish sample fares from DKK 272.

    Why visit

    Visitors will benefit from direct access to industry leaders, networking opportunities, and insights into the latest technological advancements. Event dates: October 5-7, 2027. Location: MCH Messecenter Herning, Denmark. Over 20,000 relevant visitors expected. A strong B2B platform for networking and showcasing innovations.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors gain visibility among a targeted audience of industry professionals, the chance to showcase their products and solutions, and opportunities to generate leads and sales directly at the event. High satisfaction ratings from previous exhibitors. This event is crucial for the industrial sector, providing a platform for networking, showcasing innovations, and discussing trends that shape the future of technology and industry.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Decision-makers from manufacturing companies
    Procurement professionals in technology sectors
    Engineers and technical specialists
    Business development managers
    Consultants in industrial solutions
    Research and development professionals

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Manufacturers of industrial equipment
    Suppliers of automation technologies
    Providers of software solutions for industry
    Consultants in engineering and technology
    Distributors of industrial components
    Innovators in sustainable technologies

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Automation and robotics solutions
    Industrial machinery and tools
    Energy-efficient technologies
    Manufacturing and processing equipment
    Logistics and supply chain solutions
    Sustainable materials and practices

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

    MCH Messecenter Herning

    Vardevej 1, 7400 Herning, Denmark

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Trade-only

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    5 October –8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
    6 October –8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
    7 October –8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
    • Standard

      Prices exclude VAT

      DKK 4,700.00
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    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    MCH Messecenter Herning

    Organizer

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Visitors

    20,000

    Exhibitors

    500

    Testimonials

    We had an extremely good experience with great visibility at the fair and received more leads than expected. The HI fair has given us contact with customers we otherwise would not have reached – this is not the last time we participate.

    Lars Lynge · CEO · Mazak · 2025

    The HI fair is the largest and most important industry fair for us – and this year's fair has been a great success, absolutely worth all our time and energy. We have received good leads, made sales directly at the fair, and even signed trade agreements on the spot.

    Pernille Wichmann · Vice President Industry · Lemvigh-Müller · 2025

    I am very positively surprised – the visit to the stand has exceeded all our expectations. We are taking home many good leads and new relationships, and the personal meeting means everything.

    Henrik Rasmussen · Sales Manager for Industrial Air · Atlas Copco · 2025

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    HI Tech & Industry Scandinavia is a prominent B2B trade fair scheduled for October 5-7, 2027, at MCH Messecenter Herning, Denmark. This event serves as a key meeting point for industry professionals, showcasing innovations and fostering connections among decision-makers seeking new products and technologies. This event is crucial for the industrial sector, providing a platform for networking, showcasing innovations, and discussing trends that shape the future of technology and industry.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Decision-makers from manufacturing companies, Procurement professionals in technology sectors, Engineers and technical specialists, Business development managers. Event dates: October 5-7, 2027. Location: MCH Messecenter Herning, Denmark. Over 20,000 relevant visitors expected. A strong B2B platform for networking and showcasing innovations. HI Tech & Industry Scandinavia 2027 attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors gain visibility among a targeted audience of industry professionals, the chance to showcase their products and solutions, and opportunities to generate leads and sales directly at the event. High satisfaction ratings from previous exhibitors. This event is crucial for the industrial sector, providing a platform for networking, showcasing innovations, and discussing trends that shape the future of technology and industry. Exhibitor categories include Manufacturers of industrial equipment, Suppliers of.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Herning, Central Jutland (Jylland), Denmark — the venue's home market is Denmark's industrial heartland of Jutland, serving buyers across the Nordic countries and Northern Europe.

    Why it matters

    Attending HI Tech & Industry Scandinavia 2027 on 2027-10-05 to 2027-10-07 in Herning lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

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    Digital buyer journeys

    What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    02

    Sustainability in procurement

    What sustainability in procurement means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    03

    Automation and labour efficiency

    What automation and labour efficiency means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    04

    Regional supply-chain resilience

    What regional supply-chain resilience means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

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    Hybrid engagement models

    What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    Nordic and European industrial trade-fair circuit

    Reserve hotels and meeting slots 8–12 weeks before opening day; the German flagship fairs fall in April (Hannover), June (Munich) and November (Nuremberg), so one annual planning cycle covers the whole circuit.

    Buyers and suppliers covering automation, energy and subcontracting routinely plan HI Tech & Industry Scandinavia alongside its larger European peers to compare technology roadmaps, pricing and service coverage across the Nordics and Germany.

    Pre-show

    Book stand meetings and demo slots for HI Tech & Industry Scandinavia 2027 and line up Nordic distributor conversations.

    Show week

    Hall walk-throughs of the automation, energy and subcontracting halls, live equipment demos and contract negotiations.

    Post-show

    Follow up with quotations, samples and RFQs, then schedule autumn visits to the German and Swedish peer fairs for larger capital-equipment decisions.

    Peer events are established sector fairs at the venues and months shown; check each organiser's website for confirmed dates before booking travel.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · DKK

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    BLL

    Billund Airport

    Closest international gateway to MCH Messecenter Herning; appears as a Danish departure point in the flight captures.

    about 50 km (estimate)

    to venue

    about 45 min (estimate)

    by car

    CPH

    Copenhagen Airport

    Denmark's largest long-haul gateway; captured sample short-haul fares start at DKK 272.

    about 300 km (estimate)

    to venue

    about 3 h (estimate)

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    mid-range
    Herning city centre, 190 m from the MCH Messecenter Herning main entrance

    Not yet confirmed

    Closest hotel to the show halls and the usual first choice for exhibitors; book 8–12 weeks ahead for show week.

    premium
    Herning city centre, ~2.2 km from the venue

    Not yet confirmed

    Largest full-service hotel in Herning with restaurant and bar; popular for after-show dinners and supplier meetings.

    mid-range
    Herning city centre, ~2.2 km from the venue

    Not yet confirmed

    Good-value city-centre option with free parking — practical if you are driving in from Billund Airport.

    budget
    Messehotel district, ~3 km from the venue

    Not yet confirmed

    Simple, well-priced rooms with easy parking; the budget pick when city-centre hotels sell out during show week.

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    train

    Estimated costDKK 350–470 one way, standard adult fare
    Best forCopenhagen Airport (CPH) to MCH Messecenter Herning

    About 3 h 30 min with one change; from Herning Station the venue is a 10-minute taxi ride (DKK 90–130) or a 25–30 minute walk.

    bus

    Estimated costDKK 90–150 combined airport bus and regional train
    Best forBillund Airport (BLL) to Herning via Give or Vejle

    About 1 h 15 min–1 h 30 min with one change; Midttrafik regional buses connect the airport with the nearest rail stations and DSB trains continue to Herning.

    taxi

    Estimated costDKK 700–950 for a standard taxi (about 50 km)
    Best forBillund Airport (BLL) to MCH Messecenter Herning

    40–50 min by road; ask for the MCH Messecenter main-entrance drop-off. Pre-book for late arrivals, as airport taxi ranks thin out after the last evening flights.

    taxi

    Estimated costDKK 90–130
    Best forHerning Station to MCH Messecenter Herning

    About 10 min for the ~3 km trip; Herning has a small taxi fleet, so pre-book for the morning rush and for the close of each show day.

    bus

    Estimated costDKK 22–35 single adult ticket (zone-based)
    Best forMidttrafik city buses to the 'MCH Messecenter' stop

    Local lines run from Herning Station and the city centre to the venue entrance every 20–30 minutes on weekdays; pay in the Midttrafik app, with a Rejsekort card or by card on board.

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: accepted
    TypeWho needs itFeeProcessing
    Schengen Type C short-stay visa (business)Nationals of countries without a Schengen visa-waiver agreement — including India, China, Turkey, South Africa, Nigeria and Pakistan — travelling to the show for meetings, sourcing or stand duty.Not yet confirmed15 calendar days (up to 45 days when additional checks are required)
    Visa-waiver entry (90 days in any 180)EU/EEA and Swiss citizens plus passport holders from the UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Brazil and other Schengen waiver countries attending as visitors or exhibitors.Not yet confirmedNo application — entry granted at the border on arrival
    Schengen residence permit or national D visa holdersNon-EU staff already holding a Danish or other Schengen residence permit or long-stay D visa.Not yet confirmedNo visa application required

    Visa-free for EU/EEA and Swiss citizens and passport holders from the UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Brazil and most other Schengen waiver countries.

    Denmark accepts ATA carnets for temporarily imported exhibition goods, demo machinery and professional equipment; have the carnet stamped on arrival at Billund or Copenhagen airport and keep the counterfoils for re-export.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    Early October in Herning is cool, grey and damp: daytime highs sit around 9–13 °C and nights fall to 4–7 °C, with rain sweeping in from the North Sea on roughly half the days of the month and 70–90 mm of precipitation across October. Wind makes it feel noticeably colder, especially across the open parking areas and between the halls at MCH Messecenter Herning. Pack a waterproof outer layer, warm mid-layers, an umbrella and water-resistant shoes, and plan indoor transfers between the venue and your hotel.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Denmark.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Tipping and paying

    Service and VAT are included in Danish prices, so tipping is not expected; rounding up or adding 5–10% is a friendly gesture for good restaurant service. Cards are accepted almost everywhere, including taxis, the venue's cafés and the city buses' card readers.

    Business etiquette

    Danish business culture is informal and flat: address counterparts by first name, keep small talk brief and arrive on time. Decisions are made quickly and directly, so bring concise technical documentation, lead times and pricing rather than long presentations.

    Dress and conditions in the halls

    Smart-casual is the norm for the exhibition halls — a jacket or knit over business casual, with comfortable water-resistant shoes for the walk between halls and parking areas, plus a warm rainproof layer for the windy October weather.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: BLL

    Book early for the 5-7 October 2027 dates. Captured Danish sample fares include Copenhagen (CPH) to London from DKK 272, Copenhagen to Paris from DKK 465 and Billund (BLL) to London from DKK 833. Confirm ground transfer from Billund (about 45 min by road) or rail and road links from Copenhagen when booking inbound flights.

    Visa

    Denmark is part of the Schengen area, so most business visitors need nothing more than a valid passport. EU/EEA and Swiss citizens, plus passport holders from the UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea and the other Schengen visa-waiver countries, can enter for business visits of up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa. Visitors from countries without a waiver agreement — including India, China, Turkey, South Africa, Nigeria and Pakistan — need a Schengen short-stay Type C visa issued through the Danish Immigration Service before travelling: adults pay EUR 90, children aged 6–12 pay EUR 45, and official processing is 15 calendar days (up to 45 days if extra checks are needed), so apply four to six weeks before the show. Bring your HI Tech & Industry Scandinavia registration confirmation, hotel booking, travel medical insurance and an employer letter as supporting documents, and note that Denmark accepts ATA carnets for demo machinery and exhibition goods.

    Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

    Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

    Apply through the Danish embassy, consulate or VFS Global centre responsible for your place of residence; adults pay EUR 90, children aged 6–12 pay EUR 45 and under-6s are exempt. Biometrics are given in person, and travel medical insurance plus proof of accommodation and return travel are required. Carry a passport valid for at least three months beyond departure and evidence of your purpose of v

    Official

    Hotels

    Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

    Check-in (recommended)

    2027-10-05

    Check-out (recommended)

    2027-10-07

    Areas to stay

    Herning city centre, 190 m from the MCH Messecenter Herning main entrance · Herning city centre, ~2.2 km from the venue · Messehotel district, ~3 km from the venue

    mid range

    DKK 895-1,295/night

    premium

    DKK 1,095-1,695/night

    mid range

    DKK 795-1,195/night

    budget

    DKK 650-950/night

    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Billund Airport (BLL): about 45 min (estimate); Copenhagen Airport (CPH): about 3 h (estimate). Allow road or rail time to MCH Messecenter Herning; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near MCH Messecenter Herning: Herning city centre, 190 m from the MCH Messecenter Herning main entrance: Hotel Herning; Herning city centre, ~2.2 km from the venue: Scandic Regina; Herning city centre, ~2.2 km from the venue: Herning City Hotel.

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Herning; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Herning is a compact rail and bus town with no metro. Midttrafik city buses serve the 'MCH Messecenter' stop at the venue entrance roughly every 20–30 minutes on weekdays; single adult tickets run about DKK 22–35 by zone and can be bought in the Midttrafik app or with a Rejsekort card. From Herning Station the venue is a 10-minute taxi ride (about DKK 90–130) or a 25–30 minute walk. For arrivals, DSB InterCityLyn trains link Copenhagen Airport with Herning in about 3 h 30 min with a change at Fredericia or Vejle (DKK 350–470 standard adult fare), while Billund Airport is reached by Midttrafik regional bus to Give or Vejle and a short onward train to Herning, about 1 h 15 min–1 h 30 min in total.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at MCH Messecenter Herning; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: October 2027

    Temperature: Daytime highs of 9–13 °C with nights of 4–7 °C during the show week in Herning (early October, Central Jutland).

    Seasonality: October is one of Denmark's wettest months: expect overcast, blustery days with rain on roughly half the days of the month and 70–90 mm of monthly precipitation. Showers usually pass quickly, but mornings and evenings are damp — a compact umbrella and a waterproof layer earn their place in the bag.

    Packing: October 2027

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Wednesday 6 October 2027 — day two of the three-day show

    Day two is the working peak of HI Tech & Industry Scandinavia: the opening-day ceremony and VIP tours are done, every stand is fully staffed and the conference programme, B2B matchmaking sessions and technical seminars run at full density. Tuesday mornings are dominated by the official opening and administrative visitors, while Thursday afternoon sees exhibitors beginning to pack down equipment. If you can only attend one day, Wednesday gives the widest exhibitor access and the best chance of reaching decision-makers directly.

    1

    Confirm passport validity and check Schengen entry rules for Denmark — Non-Schengen travellers should allow at least 4-6 weeks for any visa processing before the 5-7 October 2027 show.

    3

    Book flights into Billund (BLL) or Copenhagen (CPH) for 4-5 October 2027 — Billund is the closest gateway to Herning; Copenhagen offers more long-haul options. Captured Danish fares started around DKK 272 for short-haul routes.

    4

    Reserve a hotel near MCH Messecenter Herning — Hotel Herning is 190 m from the halls; Scandic Regina and Herning City Hotel are about 2.2 km away. Check-in 5 October, check-out 7 October 2027.

    5

    Complete online visitor registration and print the badge confirmation — Register through hi-industri.dk and keep the confirmation for on-site badge collection.

    6

    Download the hall plan and exhibitor list — Use the MCH Messecenter Herning floor plan to map target stands across the six industry sectors.

    7

    Pre-schedule B2B meetings with target suppliers — Contact exhibitors in advance; on-stand decision cycles at industrial fairs are short.

    8

    Shortlist conference sessions and live product demos — Build a session agenda around automation, energy and supply-chain themes.

    9

    Arrange airport-to-venue and hotel-to-venue transfers — Plan taxi or hotel shuttle from hotels 2.2-3 km away; confirm return timings for 7 October.

    10

    Pack business cards, meeting documents and any required safety footwear — Some machinery halls require closed shoes or personal protective equipment.

    11

    Check early-October Herning weather and pack accordingly — Danish autumn is changeable; bring layers and a rain jacket.

    12

    Prepare RFQs and technical spec sheets for supplier meetings — Share requirements with exhibitors ahead of the show to speed up quotations.

    12

    Arrive on 4 October, collect the badge and walk the hotel-to-venue route — Use the extra day to orient around MCH Messecenter Herning before opening.

    Networking spots

    3

    Organiser B2B matchmaking lounge, MCH Messecenter Herning

     

     

     

    Hall-side cafés and networking squares between the automation halls

     

     

     

    Herning city-centre hotel bars within walking distance of the venue

     

     

     

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Shell scheme

    Not yet confirmed

    Raw space

    DKK 1660 / m²

    Standard booth

    Not yet confirmed

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    Estimated budget
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    • Per diem × 2DKK 150.00
    Estimated totalDKK 150.00

    This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

    visitor_ticket

    visitor · Standard

    DKK 4700 / per person

    official

    booth_space

    exhibitor · raw space

    DKK 1660 / per sqm

    official

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

    QUESTION 1 OF 6

    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    Assess how this option fits your objectives.

    Best for

    Procurement and engineering teams sourcing automation, energy and supply-chain solutions from Danish and Nordic suppliers across the six show sectors.

    Min. budget

    $5,000.00

    Timeline

    4-6 weeks for flights, hotel and visitor registration.

    Risks

    Herning hotel rooms tighten around the 5-7 October 2027 dates

    Allow Schengen visa lead time for non-EU travellers

    exhibit

    Assess how this option fits your objectives.

    Best for

    Industrial equipment makers, automation vendors and service providers targeting Danish and Nordic manufacturing buyers with live demos at MCH Messecenter Herning.

    Min. budget

    $22,500.00

    Timeline

    3-4 months for stand design, freight and marketing.

    Risks

    Prime hall space is allocated early in the booking cycle

    Freight and customs lead time for demo machinery into Denmark

    skip

    Assess how this option fits your objectives.

    Best for

    Teams with no Nordic industrial sales pipeline and no product line matching the show's six sectors.

    Min. budget

    Not yet confirmed

    Timeline

    0 weeks; no travel or stand commitment required.

    Risks

    Missed B2B introductions with more than 20,000 relevant visitors

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    Glossary

    1
    B2B
    Business-to-business, referring to transactions between businesses.
    2
    Exhibitor
    A company or individual that displays products or services at a trade show.
    3
    Trade Fair
    An exhibition where businesses showcase their products and services to potential buyers.
    4
    Networking
    The action of interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts.
    5
    Lead
    A potential customer or client who has shown interest in a product or service.
    6
    Sustainability
    Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
    7
    Innovation
    The process of translating an idea or invention into a good or service that creates value.
    8
    Automation
    The use of technology to perform tasks without human intervention.

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