Join us at the Control, Aerospace Technologies and Automotive Test Equipment Exhibition from November 4 to 7, 2026, at ATO Congresium in Ankara, Turkey, showcasing innovations in automotive and aerospace technologies.
Dates
4–7 Nov 2026
City / country
Ankara, Turkey
Venue
ATO Congresium Fuar Merkezi
Event overview
The Control, Aerospace Technologies and Automotive Test Equipment Exhibition is set to take place from November 4 to 7, 2026, at ATO Congresium in Ankara, Turkey.
This event will bring together key players in the automotive, defense, and industrial technology sectors, providing a unique platform for networking and showcasing the latest innovations in testing equipment and software.
TL;DR
Visitors will gain insights into the latest advancements in testing equipment and industrial software. The exhibition offers a chance to network with industry leaders and explore innovative solutions tailored for the automotive and aerospace sectors. Attendees can participate in seminars and technical presentations that provide valuable knowledge and industry trends.
Exhibiting at this event provides unparalleled access to decision-makers in the automotive and aerospace industries. Companies can showcase their latest products and technologies, enhancing brand visibility and establishing connections with potential clients and partners. The exhibition serves as a strategic platform for businesses looking to expand their market reach and engage with key stakeholders.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Söğütözü Cd. No:1, 06510 Çankaya/Ankara
ATO Congresium Fuar Merkezi in Ankara typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: ATO Congresium Fuar Merkezi in Ankara typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at ATO Congresium Fuar Merkezi for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Who runs the show
Kalite Fuar Yapım A.Ş.
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2025
Edition #: 14
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
Impact
Quality'25 was the 14th Control, Automotive, Aeronautics & Space Industry Testing Equipment, Metrology and Industrial Software Exhibition, held in 2025 in Ankara according to IFM. IFM and Verisurf both reference the 2025 Kalite/Quality fair, with Verisurf publishing a Kalite 2025 blog post. Trip.com also lists a 2025 edition of the Control, Automotive, Aerospace Technologies Testing Equipment, Metrology and Industrial Software Exhibition in Ankara.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attending Control, Aerospace Technologies and Automotive Test Equipment, Metrology & Industrial Software Exhibition on 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-07 in Ankara 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.
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ReadPlan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Ankara Esenboga Airport
Primary international gateway for Ankara, with domestic connections from Istanbul and other Turkish cities. Taxi, airport shuttle to central Ankara and ride-hailing are the usual onward options
TBA
to venue
Approx. 35-50 minutes by car or shuttle outside peak hours; confirm live travel times on the day
by car
Istanbul Airport
Most intercontinental visitors arrive via Istanbul and continue with a short domestic flight to ESB or a high-speed train to Ankara. Allow a comfortable connection buffer and confirm ticket rules before booking
TBA
to venue
Long-haul road transfer is impractical; connect by domestic flight or high-speed train from Istanbul
by car
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport
Second Istanbul gateway serving many European low-cost routes; useful if it gives a better connection to Ankara on your dates
TBA
to venue
Connect by domestic flight to ESB or by road and rail via Istanbul
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Central, metro-accessible and about a short taxi ride from the venue. Expect compact rooms; book early for fair week.
The practical choice for most trade visitors: breakfast, workspace and a 10 to 25 minute ride to ATO Congresium depending on traffic.
Closest cluster to the congress and exhibition complex, with meeting rooms for supplier discussions during the show.
Suits exhibitor teams staying through build-up and breakdown; confirm minimum-stay rules and cleaning schedules.
Convenient for very early departures but adds a daily commute to the venue; only sensible for a one-night stopover.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Taxi
Approx. 35-50 minutes outside peak hours. Use a licensed taxi rank at the terminal and agree the meter is running before departure.
Airport shuttle
Scheduled coach services link the terminal with central Ankara; check the last departure of the day against your arrival time.
Metro and Ankaray
Ankara's metro and Ankaray network covers the main central corridors; the final approach to the venue may need a short taxi ride or walk. Buy or top up an AnkaraKart at station machines.
City bus (EGO)
Frequent but traffic-dependent during peak hours; allow extra time on the first show morning.
Ride-hailing
Availability in Ankara can vary by area and time of day; have a taxi rank as a backup for the return trip after the halls close.
Parking
Fair-week demand is high and spaces fill early; confirm entry gates and any exhibitor permit requirements with the venue.
High-speed train (YHT)
Useful if you are combining the fair with visits to Istanbul or Konya. Ankara Gar connects to the city centre by metro and taxi.
taxi
Long-haul road transfer is impractical; connect by domestic flight or high-speed train from Istanbul; Most intercontinental visitors arrive via Istanbul and continue with a short domestic flight to ESB or a high-speed train to Ankara. Allow a comfortable connection buffer and con
Weather
November in Ankara is late autumn: cool, changeable and often overcast. Typical daytime highs sit in the region of 10-16 C and overnight lows around 0-6 C, with a reasonable chance of rain and occasional early cold snaps or light snow later in the month. Pack layers, a warm coat and a compact umbrella, and check a short-range forecast shortly before departure. These are climatological bands for the season, not a forecast for the 2026 show days.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Turkey.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business etiquette
Turkish business culture is relationship-led. A handshake and a short introduction of your company and role open the conversation; exchange business cards early and treat the card with care. Small talk over tea before technical detail is normal and not a delay tactic.
Language
Turkish is the working language of the Ankara fair floor. Export-facing exhibitors in calibration, certification and software usually have English-speaking staff, but technical questions on standards and accreditation are best written down so nothing is lost in translation.
Money and payments
The currency is the Turkish lira (TRY). Cards and contactless payment are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and at the venue, while cash remains useful for taxis, small kiosks and tips. Check your bank's exchange rate and any foreign transaction fees before large payments.
Tipping
Tipping is customary but modest: rounding up or leaving roughly 5 to 10 percent in restaurants is usual, and small change for hotel and cloakroom staff is appreciated. Taxi drivers are typically paid by rounding up the meter.
Dress and conduct
Business dress at the venue is smart-casual to business formal; Ankara in November is cold enough to need a coat that you can check at the hall entrance. Public behaviour is generally relaxed, but modest dress is a safe default away from the fairground.
Daily rhythm and food
Lunch runs roughly midday to early afternoon, and Turkish hospitality around tea and coffee is part of doing business. Ankara's Cankaya and Kizilay districts have plenty of restaurants within a short taxi ride of the venue; dinner tends to start later than in northern Europe.
Traffic and timing
Ankara traffic builds sharply around morning and evening commutes, which can double a short journey to ATO Congresium. Build a buffer into your first morning and any airport departure.
Local context
Ankara is Turkey's capital and administrative centre, so you will meet public-sector and standards-body visitors alongside private industry. Ataturk's mausoleum (Anitkabir) and the old Ulus district are the usual short cultural stops if you extend your stay.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: ESB
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Ankara; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB): Approx. 35-50 minutes by car or shuttle outside peak hours; confirm live travel times on the day; Istanbul Airport (IST): Long-haul road transfer is impractical; connect by domestic flight or high-speed train from Istanbul; Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW): Connect by domestic flight to ESB or by road and rail via Istanbul. Allow road or rail time to ATO Congresium Fuar Merkezi; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near ATO Congresium Fuar Merkezi: Kizilay and Ulus: Kizilay and Ulus; Kizilay, Cankaya and Sogutozu: Kizilay, Cankaya and Sogutozu; Sogutozu and Cukurambar: Sogutozu and Cukurambar.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Ankara; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Ankara is served by the metro and the Ankaray light-rail line, with an AnkaraKart smart card covering metro, Ankaray and EGO city buses. The ATO Congresium complex sits in the Cankaya / Sogutozu commercial district, which is reachable by metro or bus plus a short taxi ride or walk from the nearest stop; confirm the current nearest station and exit on the Ankara metro map and the venue page before travel. Approximate single-ride fares are around TRY 20-40 with an AnkaraKart, and journey times stretch noticeably during the morning and evening peaks. Allow extra time on the first show morning and keep a taxi or ride-hailing backup for late finishes.
Parking: On-site parking is available at ATO Congresium Fuar Merkezi; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: November 2026
Temperature: Approx. 0-16 C across the day in Ankara in November: typical daytime highs of roughly 10-16 C and overnight lows of roughly 0-6 C. Treat these as climatological bands rather than a forecast, and check a short-range forecast a few days before departure.
Seasonality: Late autumn in Ankara is the transition into a continental winter: expect unsettled, often cloudy days with a moderate chance of rain, and the possibility of an early cold snap or light snow towards the end of the month. Halls and the venue complex are indoors, but the walk from drop-off points is exposed, so pack a warm layer, a water-resistant outer jacket and a compact umbrella, and wear shoes that cope with wet pavements.
Packing: November 2026
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Control, Aerospace Technologies and Automotive Test Equipment, Metrology & Industrial Software Exhibition usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day -14: Confirm the exact November 2026 dates and daily opening hours on kalitefuari.com, then block them in your calendar against your Ankara travel plan.
Day -13: Register online for a visitor badge and save the confirmation e-mail or QR code offline on your phone.
Day -12: Build your target exhibitor list from the online exhibitor directory and note the hall numbers for calibration, testing and QMS software stands.
Day -11: Book flights into Ankara Esenboğa (ESB) or a connecting domestic flight via Istanbul, and compare against the high-speed train option from Istanbul.
Day -10: Book a hotel in the ATO Congresium or Kızılay and Çankaya corridor; fair-week rooms in the venue district sell out early.
Day -9: Check visa or e-Visa requirements for your nationality and passport validity, then apply if needed.
Day -8: Draft your technical questions: accreditation scope, calibration interval, measurement uncertainty, software integration with your existing QMS.
Day -7: Print or download the floor plan and mark a walking route that covers metrology, NDT and certification stands in one pass.
Day -5: Arrange business cards plus a bilingual one-pager about your company for Turkish-speaking exhibitors.
Day -3: Check the Ankara weather forecast and pack layers plus a compact umbrella for cool, wet late-autumn days.
Day -2: Plan your airport-to-venue route and confirm taxi or shuttle prices in Turkish lira, plus a backup public transport option.
Day -1: Download offline maps, confirm your registration status, and set an early alarm so you reach ATO Congresium before the morning rush.
Show day: Carry photo ID, wear comfortable shoes for concrete halls, and keep a shortlist of stands to revisit before the halls close.
Registration and hall orientation at ATO Congresium Fuar Merkezi
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
Control, Aerospace Technologies and Automotive Test Equipment, Metrology & Industrial Software Exhibition registration concourse
ATO Congresium Fuar Merkezi
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
ATO Congresium Fuar Merkezi
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
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Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether Control, Aerospace Technologies and Automotive Test Equipment, Metrology & Industrial Software Exhibition fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published - confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources - confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
FAQs & glossary
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