Clean Korea 2026 | TradeShowIntel

Name: Clean Korea 2026
Start: 2026-10-21
End: 2026-10-23
Location: KINTEX Exhibition Center 2, Hall 10

Event overview

Overview

Clean Korea 2026 is Korea's flagship B2B trade fair for professional cleaning, hygiene, facility management, and smart building operations, co-located with HM EXPO and FM EXPO at KINTEX near Seoul. Facility managers, building owners, and distributors use the three-day show to compare industrial scrubbers, eco detergents, pest control systems, CCTV, and integrated FM software from Korean and international suppliers.

Seoul's dense commercial real estate and strict hygiene standards keep demand high for automation, green chemistry, and outsourced FM contracts. Pre-register online for free entry; walk-in visitors pay KRW 10,000 at the door.

TL;DR

121–23 Oct 2026 at KINTEX Hall 10, Goyang (Greater Seoul); hours 10:00–17:00, last entry 16:30.
2B2B trade show; free admission with online pre-registration, KRW 10,000 on-site without pre-reg.
3Co-located CLEAN KOREA, HM EXPO KOREA, and FM EXPO KOREA under one badge.
4Organiser Seoul Messe forecasts about 239 exhibitors and 16,500 visitors for 2026.
5PM/FM 1:1 buyer matching runs on the show floor for qualified exhibiting companies.

Why visit

If you procure cleaning machines, consumables, or FM services for commercial portfolios in Korea, Clean Korea puts competing suppliers in one hall with live demos and the PM/FM business-matching program. Buyers from property management, hospitality, healthcare, and retail can compare robot scrubbers, green detergents, and security integrations without flying to multiple regional fairs. Pre-registration is free and speeds badge pickup for trade visitors.

Why exhibit

Exhibitors reach Korean FM decision-makers, housing associations, and distributor networks that rarely attend generic industrial shows. The co-located HM and FM expos draw building operators evaluating energy, security, and outsourced maintenance alongside hygiene SKUs. Shell and raw-space options suit both catalog brands and machinery demos; the dedicated matching lounge helps suppliers convert meetings into trial orders or vendor-list registration.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Facility and property managers for offices, malls, and logistics sites

Cleaning service contractors and distributor sales teams

Housing association and apartment management procurement staff

Healthcare and hospitality hygiene and operations managers

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Industrial and robotic cleaning equipment manufacturers

Professional cleaning chemicals and eco-detergent suppliers

Pest control, disinfection, and air-quality equipment vendors

CCTV, access control, and smart-building FM software providers

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Cleaning equipment and robotics

Cleaning agents and eco chemicals

Facility and building management services

Anti-pollution and disinfection systems

Security, safety, and smart building technology

Uniforms, carts, and janitorial consumables

Location & Facilities

Venue

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Halls & areas

KINTEX Exhibition Center 2 – Hall 10

KINTEX Exhibition Center 2, Hall 10

217 Kintex-ro, Daehwa-dong, Ilsanseo-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do 10229, South Korea

Entrances & gates

KINTEX Exhibition Center 2 main visitor entrance

Hall 10

Pre-registered visitors use QR check-in; on-site registrants pay at the registration desk first.

Facilities

Parking

Venue-operated car parks serve Exhibition Center 2; fees apply per KINTEX tariff.

Accessibility

KINTEX provides elevator access, ramps, and wheelchair-friendly routes per venue standards.

Charging points

Public power and USB charging areas are available in KINTEX common areas.

On-site shuttle

No dedicated show shuttle; use Metro Line 3 to Daehwa Station and venue taxis.

Food options

KINTEX food court and convenience outlets, Hall catering during show hours

On-site dining

Parking: KINTEX offers on-site parking at Exhibition Center 2; arrive early on opening day as PM/FM matching draws large delegations.

Gate: Follow signage to Hall 10; trade visitors collect badges at registration before hall entry. Last admission 16:30.

Attend

Entry & tickets

Trade-only

Free registration

Event days & opening times

DayOpening hours

Daily10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

hall entry closes16:30 (KST)

On-site admission without pre-registration
Online pre-registration is free for trade visitors.
₩10,000

Ticket info

Badge collection

Complete online pre-registration for a QR badge, or register on-site and pay KRW 10,000 before entering Hall 10.

Ticket notes

B2B industry show; school groups may be restricted. Groups of 10+ contact cleankorea@seoulmesse.com.

Build-up & tear-down

Setup starts20 Oct 2026

Setup ends20 Oct 2026

Teardown starts24 Oct 2026

Teardown ends24 Oct 2026

Who runs the show

Organisers

Seoul Messe Co., Ltd.

Email Call Website

What's on

Programme

Buyer Meeting

Event days

11:00–17:00

Typical time

Official agenda

This agenda is still being finalised. Check the official agenda for the latest sessions.

Wednesday, Oct 21, 2026

11:00 – 17:00

PM/FM 1:1 Business Matching

Buyer Meeting

Business matching loungeHall 10

Thursday, Oct 22, 2026

11:00 – 17:00

PM/FM 1:1 Business Matching

Buyer Meeting

Business matching loungeHall 10

Topic tracks

Cleaning Equipment and RoboticsHygiene Chemistry and Infection ControlSmart Building and FM Integration

Co-located events

HM EXPO KOREA 2026

Free with ticket

Housing and apartment management industry expo running alongside Clean Korea.

Same KINTEX registration badge.

Website

Co-located seminars

FM EXPO KOREA seminars

Free

Building management technical sessions during the co-located fair week.

2 tracksKINTEX concurrent halls.

Awards

Clean Korea Innovation Highlight

Annual

Organisers spotlight notable cleaning technology launches on the show floor.

EquipmentChemicalsDigital FM

Government supporters

Gyeonggi Province

Regional supporter · South Korea

How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Last edition

2025

Completed

Exhibitors: 135

This edition

2026

Visitors: 16,500

Exhibitors: 239

Next edition

2026

Organisers position 2026 as a larger edition with stronger FM buyer outreach and expanded smart-building zones.

More PM/FM buyer delegations via pre-matched meetings Broader smart building and security pavilion content Updated exhibitor list published progressively online

Growth over time

Edition recap

Clean Korea 2025 brought cleaning equipment, hygiene chemistry, and FM technology suppliers together with Korean property and service buyers. The 2026 edition expands co-located HM EXPO and FM EXPO programming and adds PM/FM 1:1 matching on the show floor.

New this edition

1
PM/FM 1:1 Business Matching
Dedicated buyer meetings between major property and FM firms and exhibiting suppliers during Clean Korea 2026.
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2
Triple co-located expo badge
Single registration covers CLEAN KOREA, HM EXPO KOREA, and FM EXPO KOREA halls.
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Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

Clean Korea anchors Korea's professional cleaning and FM supply chain calendar, giving suppliers a predictable October window to launch machines and chemicals before winter facility budgets close. Co-location with housing and building-management expos increases cross-buying between hygiene SKUs and BMS, security, and energy services. For international firms, the show compresses distributor meetings and end-user trials that would otherwise require multiple Seoul visits.

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

Visitors skew to trade roles: FM contractors, in-house facility teams, and procurement from large residential and commercial estates. The PM/FM matching program filters participants toward suppliers with relevant categories, improving meeting quality versus open-aisle wandering. School visitors are discouraged, keeping conversations procurement-focused.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Exhibitors benefit from dense Korean buyer traffic and the ability to demo equipment on venue power. Matching sessions can accelerate vendor registration with national FM brands. ROI depends on follow-up within two weeks while trial orders are active; lead lists should comply with Korean privacy rules when exporting contacts.

Intelligence

Market context

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

East Asia – South Korea professional cleaning and FM

Why it matters

Korea combines high-rise density, strict sanitation expectations, and outsourced FM contracts, so equipment and chemical suppliers must refresh lines yearly. Clean Korea is where those vendors meet housing associations, logistics operators, and hospitality chains that standardize nationwide cleaning programs. Regional buyers also use the fair to spot robotics and green chemistry trends ahead of tender season.

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Cleaning robotics adoption

Korean FM firms pilot autonomous scrubbers and vacuum robots in malls and airports.

What it changes: Buyers at Clean Korea compare ROI and service contracts for robotic fleets.

Source

Green and low-VOC chemistry

Regulatory and tenant pressure pushes eco detergents and concentrated dosing systems.

What it changes: Chemical exhibitors showcase certified formulations for schools and healthcare.

Integrated smart building FM

BEMS, CCTV, and access control bundles merge with hygiene service contracts.

What it changes: Co-located FM EXPO highlights cross-selling between software and cleaning hardware.

Source

Market news

Latest updates from across the market.

Clean Korea 2026 dates confirmed at KINTEX

Read

PM/FM buyer matching opens for exhibitors

Read

Korea facility hygiene and FM circuit

October trade fair season in Greater Seoul

Autumn Seoul-area fairs cluster cleaning, housing management, and building technology for estate operators.

15–17 Apr 2026

InterClean China

Shanghai, China

Regional cleaning technology fair for Northeast Asia buyers.

website

21–23 Oct 2026

Clean Korea 2026

Goyang, South Korea

Anchor cleaning and hygiene expo at KINTEX Hall 10.

website

21–23 Oct 2026

FM EXPO KOREA 2026

Goyang, South Korea

Co-located with Clean Korea at KINTEX.

website

10–13 Nov 2026

ISSA Show North America

Las Vegas, United States

Global ISSA cleaning industry showcase.

website

Seoul autumn FM week

Clean Korea 2026HM EXPO KOREA 2026FM EXPO KOREA 2026

Single trip covers hygiene, housing, and building management expos.

Spring China cleaning window

InterClean China

Useful precursor for suppliers touring Northeast Asia twice yearly.

Dates for non-Korean fairs are illustrative; verify before booking.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · KRW

Arrival airports

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

GMP

Gimpo International Airport

Closest international airport for many regional flights.

35 km

to venue

45–60 min

by car

ICN

Incheon International Airport

Main gateway for long-haul visitors to Seoul.

55 km

to venue

60–90 min

by car

Hotel tiers

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

budget

Daehwa / Ilsan

USD 55–90 / night

Business hotels within taxi range of KINTEX.

mid

Ilsan / Goyang

USD 90–140 / night

Walkable or short shuttle to the venue for show week.

premium

Gangnam / Central Seoul

USD 160–280 / night

Better for evening client dinners; allow 60+ minutes to KINTEX at peak.

Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

Metro Line 3

Estimated costKRW 1,500–2,500

Best forDaehwa Station to KINTEX west gate

Most economical option from central Seoul with one transfer.

Taxi / ride-hail

Estimated costKRW 35,000–70,000

Best forGangnam or ICN to KINTEX

Fares vary with traffic; use official taxi stands at the airport.

Plan your trip

Visa & entry documents

Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

Visa required

ATA Carnet: accepted

Type	Who needs it	Fee	Processing
K-ETA or short-stay visa	Most passport holders visiting for business meetings and the trade fair	$10.00	72 hours to 2 weeks

Some ASEAN and diplomatic passport holders have exemptions; confirm before booking flights.

Korea accepts ATA Carnets for professional equipment samples; allow extra customs time at ICN.

Official visa page

Weather

Late October in Seoul is mild autumn with highs near 18–22°C and cooler evenings; pack layers and a light rain jacket.

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

Free Wi-Fi is common in venues and cafes; rent a Korean eSIM or pocket Wi-Fi at ICN for reliable hall uploads.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

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

Business card etiquette

Present and receive cards with both hands and a brief nod; FM buyers expect Korean or bilingual cards.

Dining with buyers

Evening meals often follow show-floor meetings; confirm dietary restrictions when inviting Korean hosts.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

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

Flights

Destination: ICN

Book ICN flights arriving the day before opening; Gimpo works for regional hops.

Visa

Most business visitors need K-ETA approval or an appropriate short-stay visa before departure.

Estimated cost: USD 10–80 depending on nationality and visa type

Processing: 3–14 days

Carry invitation letters from exhibitors if requested by immigration.

Official

Transport

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

Airport → venue: AREX to Seoul Station then Metro Line 3 to Daehwa, or direct taxi 60–90 minutes from ICN.

Hotel → venue: Metro Line 3 or venue-area taxis; peak morning traffic adds 20 minutes from Gangnam.

Ride-hail: Kakao T and Uber operate in Seoul; pin KINTEX Hall 10 gate in the app.

Public transit: T-money card covers metro and buses; reload at station kiosks.

Parking: On-site KINTEX parking available; arrive before 09:30 on day one.

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: October

Temperature: 10–22°C

Seasonality: Low rainfall autumn season; occasional showers.

Packing: Comfortable walking shoes for long hall days and a light sweater for air-conditioned halls.

Plan your trip

Planning

Best day to visit: 2026-10-21

Opening day hosts the largest PM/FM buyer presence and fresh product launches.

T-14

Submit online pre-registration for free entry — Save QR confirmation email.

T-10

Book flights to ICN or GMP — Arrive 20 October for morning meetings.

T-7

Apply K-ETA or visa — Allow processing buffer.

T-3

Reserve hotel near KINTEX or Gangnam — Compare metro commute time.

T-1

Download venue map and exhibitor list — Flag target booths in Hall 10.

Sample visitor itinerary

Route-optimised day

09:30

Arrive KINTEX; collect badge

Registration hall

11:00

Tour cleaning robotics aisle

Hall 10

14:00

PM/FM matching appointments

Business matching lounge

16:00

Chemical supplier meetings

Hall 10

Side trips

Seoul City Hall & Cheonggyecheon walk

Urban

45 min from KINTEX by metro

Easy cultural break between buyer dinners.

DMZ tour (day trip)

Heritage

Full day from Seoul

Popular add-on for international guests with spare day.

Networking spots

Hall 10 concourse cafes

casual

Quick coffee meetings between booth visits.

Gangnam co-working lounges

business

Evening debriefs with Korean partners after the show.

First-timer guide

Follow-up playbook

Send thank-you email within 48 hours referencing booth numbers discussed.
Share technical datasheets in Korean or English as promised on the floor.
Schedule virtual demos for buyers who could not attend matching sessions.
Log PIPA consents before adding contacts to CRM campaigns.

Korean FM buyers expect prompt follow-up while annual vendor reviews are open.

Budget

Costs & budget

Shell scheme

USD 350–550 / m²

Raw space

USD 280–420 / m²

Standard booth

9 m²

Request written quotation in KRW or USD from Seoul Messe.

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Build your working budget

Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.

Booth size9 m²

Hotel tier

Budget$70.00/nightMid-range$120.00/nightPremium$220.00/night

Number of nights

Flight

Estimated budget

Live estimate

Booth 9 m² × $450.00/m²$4,050.00
Hotel × 3 nights$210.00
Per diem × 3$195.00
Visa$25.00
Insurance$45.00
Flight — Economy from Tokyo$280.00

Estimated total$4,805.00

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

Cost reference

Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

flight

visitor · economy

USD 280–900 / round trip

estimateAs of 2026-10-01

hotel

visitor · mid

USD 360–420 / 3 nights

estimateAs of 2026-10-01

booth

exhibitor · shell 9sqm

USD 3150–4950 / package

estimateAs of 2026-10-01

local transport

both · metro+taxi

USD 40–120 / trip

estimateAs of 2026-10-01

Item	For	Tier	Estimated range	Status	As of
flight	visitor	economy	USD 280–900 / round trip	estimate	2026-10-01
hotel	visitor	mid	USD 360–420 / 3 nights	estimate	2026-10-01
booth	exhibitor	shell 9sqm	USD 3150–4950 / package	estimate	2026-10-01
local transport	both	metro+taxi	USD 40–120 / trip	estimate	2026-10-01

Decision

Visit, exhibit, or skip?

Should you go?

Answer six quick questions to see whether Clean Korea 2026 fits your 2026 plans.

QUESTION 1 OF 6

Do you buy cleaning equipment or chemicals for commercial buildings?

Decision matrix

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

visit

You procure hygiene SKUs or evaluate robots for estates you manage.

Best for

Korean and regional buyers sourcing cleaning and FM solutions

Min. budget

$1,200.00

Timeline

2 weeks planning

Risks

Language barriers without bilingual staff

Long commutes if staying central Seoul

exhibit

You can staff the booth with Korean-speaking sellers and follow up within 48 hours.

Best for

Equipment and chemical brands entering or expanding in Korea

Min. budget

$8,000.00

Timeline

90 days planning

Risks

Unclear ROI without matching program enrollment

Freight delays for heavy demos

skip

You lack budget or local partner and do not serve building service channels.

Best for

Companies with no Korea FM pipeline

Timeline

N/A

Risks

Missing concentrated buyer week

Competitors signing FM vendors

Book with

Partners

KINTEX

venue

Korea International Exhibition Center hosts Clean Korea in Exhibition Center 2.

Visit partner Confidence: estimated

Official venue operator

Korean Air

airline

Flag carrier linking ICN to global hubs for international exhibitors.

Visit partner Confidence: estimated

National airline reference

Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy

government

Supports major industrial trade fairs in Korea.

Visit partner Confidence: estimated

Public trade ministry

Korea Building Cleaning Management Association

association

Industry association aligned with cleaning and building hygiene sectors.

Visit partner Confidence: estimated

Named in fair ecosystem

Recommended providers

Visa

Korea Visa Portal

Check K-ETA eligibility by nationality.

Hotels

KINTEX area hotels

Compare Ilsan properties walking distance to Hall 10.

Flights

Korean Air

Book ICN flights early for October show week.

Freight & shipping

KINTEX logistics desk

Use appointed forwarder listed in exhibitor manual.

Insurance

Travel medical insurers

Cover booth build staff and demo equipment.

Side trips

Seoul tourism

Plan cultural evenings for visiting buyers.

Lead capture

Seoul Messe

Ask about scanner packages with booth contract.

FAQs & glossary

Answers

Frequently asked

Where is Clean Korea 2026 held?

The 2026 edition runs at KINTEX Exhibition Center 2, Hall 10 in Goyang, Gyeonggi-do, part of the Greater Seoul metro area. Official show pages list the same dates and hall as the co-located HM and FM expos.

Is admission free?

Online pre-registration is free for trade visitors. Visitors who register on-site pay KRW 10,000 before entering the hall.

What are the opening hours?

The show opens daily from 10:00 to 17:00 local time, with last entry at 16:30. Plan meetings early because matching sessions fill on day one.

Is Clean Korea open to the public?

It is positioned as a B2B industry exhibition, and school groups may be restricted. Bring business credentials and register as a trade visitor.

Who organises the event?

Seoul Messe Co., Ltd. leads organisation with Korean housing and facility-management associations as co-hosts. Contact cleankorea@seoulmesse.com for exhibitor and group visitor support.

Glossary

FM: Facility management: outsourced or in-house operation of buildings including cleaning, maintenance, and security.
PM: Property management: oversight of commercial or residential assets, often procuring cleaning and technical services.
BEMS: Building energy management system monitoring HVAC and power use in large facilities.
KINTEX: Korea International Exhibition Center in Goyang, a major Seoul-area venue for industrial trade fairs.
HM EXPO: Co-located housing management expo focusing on apartment and residential estate operations.
FM EXPO: Co-located building management expo covering technical services and smart building solutions.

Also known as

Alternate names and search phrases for this event.

Clean Korea 2026
Clean Korea 2026 Seoul
Seoul trade fair 2026
Seoul exhibition 2026
Cleaning Equipment
Cleaning Equipment Seoul
Cleaning Equipment expo 2026
Facility Management
Facility Management Seoul
Facility Management expo 2026

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Sources

References

Publishers

Date checked

Seoul Messe

CLEAN KOREA 2026 overview
Lang: KOFetched Oct 20, 2026
official
CLEAN KOREA visitor guide
Lang: KOFetched Oct 20, 2026
official

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Overview

Why visit

Why exhibit

Who this event is for

Venue

KINTEX Exhibition Center 2, Hall 10

Facilities

Entry & tickets

Organisers

Programme

Topic tracks

Co-located events

Co-located seminars

Awards

Sponsors

Government supporters

Previous edition

A bigger and stronger platform

High-value decision-makers

Real business growth

Market context

Industry trends

Market news

Korea facility hygiene and FM circuit

Travel & logistics

Arrival airports

Hotel tiers

Local transport

Visa & entry documents

Cultural notes

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

Flights

Visa

Transport

Weather

Planning

Sample visitor itinerary

Side trips

Networking spots

First-timer guide

Register before you fly

Wear comfortable shoes

Follow-up playbook

Costs & budget

Build your working budget

Cost reference

Visit, exhibit, or skip?

Should you go?

Decision matrix

Partners

Answers

Sources

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