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    Dates

    12–13 May 2027

    City / country

    Frankfurt, Germany

    Venue

    Messe Frankfurt

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    Event overview

    Overview

    The Critical Minerals & Materials Exhibitor List is a premier event taking place on 12-13 May 2027 at Messe Frankfurt, Germany. This technology-driven expo brings together processors, manufacturers, engineers, and industry leaders focused on securing and strengthening the world's critical minerals supply chain.

    Attendees will have the opportunity to network and explore cutting-edge technologies and solutions in the critical minerals sector. Critical Minerals & Materials Exhibitor List takes.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Scale and Focus: This event connects key decision-makers in the critical minerals industry, showcasing innovations and solutions.
    2. 2Organiser: The event is organised by Trans-World Events Ltd, known for their expertise in industry-focused exhibitions.
    3. 3Buyer Authority: Attendees include C-Level leaders and influential innovators from various sectors.
    4. 4Entry: Registration is free for technology solution buyers and consumers.

    Why visit

    Attending the Critical Minerals & Materials Exhibitor List provides access to a targeted audience seeking innovative solutions in the critical minerals industry. Network with industry leaders, discover new technologies, and enhance your business connections. Gain insights from key decision-makers and participate in discussions on the future of sustainable materials and circular manufacturing.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibiting at the Critical Minerals & Materials Exhibitor List allows your company to showcase its latest products and solutions to a highly engaged audience. Connect directly with potential clients and decision-makers who are actively seeking advancements in critical minerals technologies. Stand out from competitors and generate high-quality leads to boost your sales pipeline.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Battery cell and pack manufacturers buying lithium, nickel, cobalt, graphite and manganese feedstock for European gigafactory lines
    Automotive OEM raw-material strategy and procurement teams securing battery-grade supply outside China
    Refiners and chemical converters sourcing spodumene, lithium carbonate/hydroxide, mixed hydroxide precipitate (MHP) and technical-grade concentrates
    Trading houses and offtake desks structuring multi-year supply agreements with mine developers
    Exploration and mine development companies looking for capital, offtake partners and European project partners
    Institutional investors, royalty and streaming funds, and government-backed critical minerals vehicles screening projects
    Recycling and black-mass processors supplying secondary nickel, cobalt and lithium into the battery chain
    EU institutions, national geological surveys and critical raw materials policy teams tracking permitting and Strategic Project designations
    Engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) firms and metallurgical consultancies scoping refinery and separation plant builds
    Assay labs, resource estimation consultancies and ESG/certification auditors serving mining and refining projects
    Bulk logistics, port and dangerous-goods shipping specialists handling concentrates and battery chemicals
    Rare earth magnet and permanent magnet supply chain buyers from wind, defence and e-mobility manufacturing

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Exploration and mine development companies across lithium brine and hard rock, rare earths, graphite, nickel, cobalt and copper
    Mineral processing and beneficiation equipment suppliers: crushers, flotation cells, magnetic and gravity separation, thickeners
    Hydrometallurgical and pyrometallurgical technology providers for leaching, solvent extraction, electrowinning and roasting
    Rare earth separation and magnet-material producers offering oxide, metal and alloy supply
    Battery chemical producers of lithium hydroxide, lithium carbonate, pCAM/CAM, synthetic and natural graphite anode material
    Recycling and black-mass processing technology suppliers feeding recovered metals back into cell production
    Analytical laboratories, assayers and resource estimation consultancies (JORC, NI 43-101, SK-1300 reporting)
    EPC contractors and engineering houses delivering mine, concentrator and refinery projects
    Environmental, permitting, water and tailings management consultancies with EU compliance experience
    Trading, offtake, streaming and project finance firms active in critical minerals
    Bulk handling, port terminal and logistics operators serving concentrate and chemical flows
    National and regional mining investment agencies and industrial development bodies presenting jurisdiction opportunities

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Lithium raw materials: spodumene concentrate, lithium carbonate and lithium hydroxide, brine and direct lithium extraction (DLE) projects
    Rare earth elements: mixed rare earth carbonate, separated oxides, NdPr, dysprosium and terbium, magnet metals and alloys
    Nickel and cobalt products: laterite and sulphide concentrate, MHP, mixed sulphide precipitate, sulphate and refined metal
    Graphite and anode materials: natural flake concentrate, spherical graphite, synthetic graphite and anode precursor
    Manganese, copper and other battery and grid metals relevant to European cell chemistry
    Mineral processing equipment: comminution, flotation, gravity, magnetic separation, filtration and dewatering
    Hydrometallurgy and refining technology: leaching, solvent extraction, ion exchange, electrowinning, crystallisation
    Rare earth separation and magnet manufacturing technology and equipment
    Recycling technology: collection, dismantling, mechanical pre-treatment, black mass and hydrometallurgical recovery
    Analytical and testing services: assay, mineralogy, metallurgical test work, pilot plant and demonstration programmes
    Mine development services: drilling, resource and reserve estimation, feasibility studies, permitting and social licence
    Project finance, offtake structuring, streaming, royalty and insurance products for critical minerals projects
    Logistics and trade: bulk and container shipping, port handling, warehousing and dangerous goods compliance for battery chemicals
    ESG, carbon footprint, water stewardship, tailings management and traceability/certification services

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

    Messe Frankfurt

    Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1, 60327 Frankfurt am Main, Germany

    Facilities

    Parking

    Messe Frankfurt in Frankfurt 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 dining

    Parking: Messe Frankfurt in Frankfurt 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 Messe Frankfurt for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Free registration
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    Who runs the show

    Organisers

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    Organiser

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    Market context

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

    Frankfurt, Germany

    Why it matters

    On 2027-05-12 to 2027-05-13, Critical Minerals & Materials Exhibitor List in Frankfurt gives technology buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published 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.

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    Sustainability in procurement

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

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    Automation and labour efficiency

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

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    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.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · EUR

    Arrival airports

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

    FRA

    Frankfurt Airport

    to venue

    by car

    Hotel tiers

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

    Holiday Inn Express Frankfurt - Messe by IHG

    midscale
    Frankfurt Messe district, walking distance to the fairground

    USD 150–200 / night

    Express-format IHG property near Messe Frankfurt, guest rating around 4.1 from roughly 2.6K reviews and eco-certified in the capture. Breakfast is paid, Wi-Fi free, parking paid, air conditioning in rooms, fitness centre, bar and restaurant on site. Rates are a fair-week estimate, confirm with the hotel.

    DORMERO Hotel Frankfurt Messe

    midscale
    Frankfurt Messe district

    USD 145–195 / night

    Midscale hotel returned in the Messe Frankfurt area hotel search with a 4.3 guest rating. Breakfast, free Wi-Fi, paid parking, air conditioning, fitness centre, bar and restaurant. A practical base if you want to walk to the halls and avoid S-Bahn crowds on opening morning.

    Hotel Attaché

    economy
    Frankfurt Messe district

    USD 95–130 / night

    Three-star hotel in the Messe area with a 3.5 guest rating. Breakfast, free Wi-Fi, parking, pet-friendly and smoke-free property, plus an on-site restaurant. Smaller independent option that suits budget-conscious exhibitor teams during fair week.

    B&B HOTEL Frankfurt-Messe

    budget
    Frankfurt Messe district

    USD 90–125 / night

    Budget chain hotel near the fairground with a 4.1 guest rating, paid breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning and accessible rooms. Often the first tier to sell out during large Messe Frankfurt events, so book with flexible cancellation.

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    S-Bahn (S8/S9 from airport)

    Estimated costEUR 35–85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forFrankfurt Airport regional station to Frankfurt (Main) Messe station

    S8 and S9 run from the airport's regional station into the city; change at Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof or continue to the Messe station depending on the service. Trains are frequent through the day and busiest between 08:00 and 10:00 during fair week.

    S-Bahn (city hop)

    Estimated costEUR 35–85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forFrankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Messe station

    One or two stops from the main station on S3, S4, S5 and S6 services, making the Hauptbahnhof a convenient hotel base for visitors who want city-centre evenings.

    U-Bahn

    Estimated costEUR 35–85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forU4 to Bockenheimer Warte or Festhalle/Messe for the northern halls

    Useful for hotels along the Bockenheimer Landstrasse corridor and for reaching the northern entrance side of the fairground rather than the Messe station side.

    Tram

    Estimated costEUR 2-5 single metro journey (contactless)
    Best forTram lines 16 and 17 to Festhalle/Messe stop

    Trams stop close to the Festhalle and the northern halls and are a good option from Sachsenhausen and the city centre when S-Bahn platforms are congested.

    Taxi

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 45-60 metered fare, 25-35 min depending on traffic (estimate; confirm meter and surcharges)
    Best forFrankfurt Airport (FRA) to Messe Frankfurt

    Taxi ranks are outside both airport terminals and at the Hauptbahnhof. Fixed-price airport transfers are also offered by local operators such as FrankfurtRide, which can be cheaper for pre-booked groups.

    Ride-hailing

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 35-55 from FRA to Messe before surge pricing (estimate; confirm in-app)
    Best forApp-based pickup from FRA or city hotels to the fairground

    Uber and Bolt are the apps most travellers check in Frankfurt. Pickup points at Messe Frankfurt are signposted during fairs, and surge pricing is common on opening morning and at hall close.

    Parking (car)

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 12-20 per day per vehicle (estimate; confirm current tariff at the barrier)
    Best forMesse Frankfurt multi-storey car parks and overflow sites

    Arrive early on the first show day since the closest car parks fill quickly during large fairs; overflow parking with shuttle connections is typically used at Messe Frankfurt for high-attendance events.

    Bike share / nextbike

    Estimated costEUR 35–85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forFrankfurt city bike-share stations around the fairground

    Frankfurt has a bike-share network with docking stations near the Hauptbahnhof and the Messe area, useful for short hops when the S-Bahn is crowded. Bring rain protection in May.

    Weather

    Frankfurt in May 2027 is late spring: expect changeable days with daytime highs near 17-22 C and overnight lows around 7-11 C, plus passing showers rather than long settled rain. Halls and conference rooms are climate controlled, so layers work better than a heavy coat. These are climatological bands, not a forecast - check a local forecast in the final 72 hours before travelling.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Frankfurt has dense 4G and 5G mobile coverage, and EU/EEA SIM cards roam at domestic rates. Visitors from outside the EU should check roaming charges or buy a prepaid eSIM for Germany. Messe Frankfurt exhibition areas and congress spaces typically provide Wi-Fi access, often with separate networks for exhibitors and visitors, so confirm the login process and any cost with the venue or your stand contractor. Power is 230 V at 50 Hz with German type F sockets; bring a suitable adapter for non-European plugs.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

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

    Business language

    English is the working language of the critical minerals conference floor, while German is used in local services and by some German exhibitors. Opening with a short German greeting is appreciated but not expected in technical meetings.

    Punctuality and scheduling

    Meetings at Messe Frankfurt start on time and stand schedules are tight. Build 10-minute buffers between halls and confirm meeting points on the stand rather than in the aisle.

    Sunday closures

    Most shops in Frankfurt close on Sundays, including in the city centre, so plan any equipment or retail purchases for weekdays. Restaurants and transport continue to operate.

    Tipping

    Restaurant bills usually include service, but rounding up or adding around 5 to 10 percent is customary when paying. State the total you want to pay when handing over cash or a card.

    Public transport etiquette

    Tickets must be validated before travel on RMV services and spot checks are common. Keep noise low in the quiet compartments and let passengers off before boarding trams and trains.

    Business dress at the fairground

    Business casual is the norm on the show floor, with suits reserved for conference panels and senior meetings. Comfortable shoes matter more than formality given the walking distances between halls.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

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

    Flights

    Destination: FRA

    Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the long-haul gateway for the show, with direct services from major European hubs and North America plus one-stop routings from Asia and the Gulf. Google Flights captures for the 12-16 May 2027 window show Dubai DXB options via SAW, ADB and SAW with Pegasus, SunExpress and AJet/Turkish Airlines at roughly 10.5 to 12.5 hours; New York JFK with Condor nonstop at about 7 hr 40 min, Delta/KLM via a connecting hub and Singapore Airlines at about 7 hr 45 min; London LHR with British Airways nonstop at about 1 hr 40 min; and Tokyo NRT with JAL plus partners at about 14 hr 10 min or Cathay Pacific via HKG at about 19 hr 45 min. Fares were still loading in the captures, so re-check live prices, baggage allowances and change rules before booking, and consider arriving the day before the show opens.

    Transport

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

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Allow road or rail time to Messe Frankfurt; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Messe Frankfurt: Frankfurt Messe district, walking distance to the fairground: Holiday Inn Express Frankfurt - Messe by IHG; Frankfurt Messe district: DORMERO Hotel Frankfurt Messe; Frankfurt Messe district: Hotel Attaché.

    Ride-hail: Uber and Bolt are the ride-hailing apps most travellers check in Frankfurt, with app-based pickups at the airport terminals and designated points around Messe Frankfurt during fair weeks. Expect surge pricing on the first morning and at hall close, and confirm the pickup zone in the app because the fairground has multiple entrances. Pre-booked fixed-price transfers from operators such as FrankfurtRide are a reasonable alternative for groups arriving on long-haul flights.

    Public transit: Frankfurt (Main) Messe station is the dedicated rail stop for the fairground, served by S-Bahn lines S3, S4, S5 and S6 and one or two stops from Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof; S8 and S9 connect the airport into the same corridor. U-Bahn U4 and tram lines 16 and 17 serve the northern halls around Festhalle and Bockenheimer Warte. Buy an RMV ticket before boarding and validate it, or use the RMV app; city singles run in the low single-digit euro range while the airport journey costs more. Allow extra time on peak show mornings when trains into Messe are crowded.

    Parking: Messe Frankfurt operates multi-storey car parks around the fairground, and very large events typically use overflow sites with shuttle connections. Budget roughly EUR 12 to 20 per day for venue parking and arrive early on the opening morning, when the closest car parks fill. Confirm current tariffs, vehicle height limits and hall access on the Messe Frankfurt site or with your exhibitor manual before driving in.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: May 2027 (late spring in Frankfurt)

    Temperature: Approx. 17-22 C daytime highs and 7-11 C overnight lows (climatological May band for Frankfurt, confirm the forecast before travel)

    Seasonality: May is a changeable shoulder month in the Rhine-Main region, with passing showers and roughly 10 to 12 rain days across the month rather than sustained wet weather. Sunshine hours are increasing, but a compact umbrella or rain shell is worth packing for the walk between hotels and halls.

    Packing: Pack light layers for climate-controlled halls, a compact rain jacket or umbrella for the walk between hotels and Messe entrances, comfortable walking shoes for long days across the halls, and a business casual outfit for conference sessions. Bring a European type F plug adapter and a refillable water bottle if you plan to stay on the floor through back-to-back meetings.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)

    Mid-show days at Critical Minerals & Materials Exhibitor List usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.

    Day 14

    confirm your Critical Minerals Expo EU registration is approved and download the badge confirmation to your phone and a printed copy

    Day 13

    check the exhibitor list on criticalmineralsexpoeu.com and shortlist 12 to 15 companies across mining, refining, recycling and technology

    Day 12

    book Frankfurt accommodation in the Messe district or along the S3/S4/S5/S6 corridor and confirm free cancellation terms

    Day 11

    book flights into Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and check whether an earlier arrival day is needed for jet lag before meetings

    Day 10

    check your Schengen entry position and, if a visa is required, confirm appointment timing with the German mission

    Day 9

    request meetings from exhibitors with a short agenda naming the commodity and stage of the value chain you care about

    Day 8

    review the conference schedule page for sessions on EU Critical Raw Materials Act permitting, offtake and refining capacity

    Day 7

    pre-book airport transfer or load the RMV app for S-Bahn ticketing between FRA, Hauptbahnhof and Messe station

    Day 6

    prepare a one-page company profile and your feedstock or product specification for on-stand conversations

    Day 5

    confirm hotel invoice details and business travel documentation required by your finance team

    Day 4

    check the Frankfurt May forecast and pack layers, a compact rain jacket and comfortable shoes for hall walking

    Day 3

    set up mobile data via EU roaming or an eSIM and download the Messe Frankfurt site map

    Day 2

    print or save your meeting schedule by hall and plan walking routes between halls to avoid backtracking

    Day 1

    arrive in Frankfurt, collect any transit tickets, and walk the venue perimeter to locate your first-day entrances

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    Day 1 · morning

    Registration and hall orientation at Messe Frankfurt

    Day 2 · core sessions

    Supplier meetings and product demos

    Day 3 · wrap-up

    Final negotiations and follow-up

    Networking spots

    2

    Critical Minerals & Materials Exhibitor List registration concourse

    Messe Frankfurt

    Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.

    Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)

    Messe Frankfurt

    Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

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    Estimated budget
    Live estimate
    • Hotel × 2 nights€190.00
    • Per diem × 2€150.00
    Estimated total€340.00

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

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

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    visit

    Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.

    Best for

    Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Trade show solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Critical Minerals & Materials Exhibitor List in Frankfurt.

    Min. budget

    $509.00

    Timeline

    4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.

    Risks

    Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.

    exhibit

    You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.

    Best for

    Brands and manufacturers launching Trade show products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.

    Min. budget

    $2,290.00

    Timeline

    3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.

    Risks

    Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.

    skip

    Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.

    Best for

    Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Frankfurt show week.

    Timeline

    N/A

    Risks

    Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    What is Critical Minerals Expo EU?
    It is a Frankfurt trade exhibition and conference focused on the critical minerals supply chain: exploration and mining projects, mineral processing and refining technology, rare earths, battery raw materials, recycling and the policy framework around European supply security. Confirm the current edition scope on criticalmineralsexpoeu.com.
    Where and when does Critical Minerals Expo EU take place?
    The edition covered here is scheduled for May 2027 at Messe Frankfurt in Frankfurt, Germany. Exact hall, opening hours and date confirmation should be checked against the schedule page at criticalmineralsexpoeu.com/schedule before booking travel.
    Who exhibits at Critical Minerals Expo EU?
    Expect exploration and mine developers, processing and refining technology suppliers, rare earth and magnet material producers, battery chemical producers, recyclers, assay and metallurgical consultancies, EPC firms, financiers, trading houses, logistics operators and national mining investment agencies.
    Is Critical Minerals Expo EU open to the public or trade only?
    It is structured as a business-to-business exhibition and conference for the minerals, battery materials and policy communities. Check the visitor registration page on the organiser site for the current admission policy and any trade-only restrictions.
    How do I register to visit?
    Register through the organiser website, criticalmineralsexpoeu.com, before travelling. Bring a printed or digital badge confirmation and a photo ID matching the registration name, since Messe Frankfurt access controls are strict during large fairs.
    How do I get from Frankfurt Airport to Messe Frankfurt?
    Take the S-Bahn S8 or S9 from the airport's regional station toward Frankfurt city, change where needed, and alight at Frankfurt (Main) Messe station, which sits at the fairground. The journey is roughly 15 to 25 minutes depending on connections; a taxi or pre-booked transfer takes about 25 to 35 minutes in normal traffic.
    Which hotels are closest to the venue?
    The Messe district around Theodor-Heuss-Allee and Hamburger Allee has a dense cluster of hotels within walking distance of the halls, including chain midscale properties and independent three-star hotels. Rates rise sharply during major fair weeks, so book early and check cancellation terms.
    Do I need a visa to attend from outside the EU?
    Germany is in the Schengen area. Many nationalities can enter visa-free for short business trips, while others need a Schengen short-stay visa applied for through the German mission in their country of residence. Verify your own case with the German Federal Foreign Office and apply well ahead of the show.
    Can the organiser issue an invitation letter for a visa application?
    Business visa applications often require proof of purpose such as an invitation or registration confirmation. Ask the organiser's visitor team after registering and keep the letter, your hotel booking and return ticket consistent with your stated travel dates.
    What languages are used at the show?
    The working language of the conference and most exhibitor materials is English, with German widely spoken in Frankfurt and at the venue. Exhibitors from Germany, France, Australia, Canada and African mining jurisdictions usually staff English-speaking teams.
    Is there parking at Messe Frankfurt?
    Yes, the fairground has multi-storey car parks and additional space is used during very large events. Expect paid daily parking in the region of EUR 12 to 20 and allow extra time for entry queues on the first morning. Confirm current tariffs and any shuttle arrangements on the Messe Frankfurt site.
    What else can I do in Frankfurt around the show?
    The venue is a short S-Bahn ride from Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof and the city centre, with the Main riverside, Roemerberg old town, the museum embankment and the Sachsenhausen cider taverns reachable within 20 to 30 minutes. Most shops close on Sundays, so plan retail errands for weekdays.

    Glossary

    1
    Critical raw materials (CRMs)
    Raw materials that are economically important to the EU and carry high supply risk, listed under the EU Critical Raw Materials Act.
    2
    Rare earth elements (REE)
    The 15 lanthanides plus yttrium and scandium, used in permanent magnets, catalysts and electronics.
    3
    NdPr
    Neodymium and praseodymium, the light rare earth pair that carries most of the value in permanent magnet supply.
    4
    Spodumene concentrate
    A lithium-bearing mineral concentrate (typically around 5 to 6 percent Li2O) produced at hard rock mines and shipped to converters.
    5
    Lithium carbonate and lithium hydroxide
    Two refined lithium chemicals; hydroxide is preferred for high-nickel cathode chemistries, carbonate for LFP.
    6
    Direct lithium extraction (DLE)
    Technology family that selectively removes lithium from brine instead of relying on evaporation ponds.
    7
    Mixed hydroxide precipitate (MHP)
    An intermediate nickel-cobalt product from laterite processing that feeds sulphate production for cathodes.
    8
    pCAM / CAM
    Precursor cathode active material and cathode active material, the processed inputs to lithium-ion cell production.
    9
    Beneficiation
    Physical and chemical processing that upgrades run-of-mine ore into a saleable concentrate.
    10
    Hydrometallurgy
    Aqueous processing routes such as leaching, solvent extraction and electrowinning used to refine metals.
    11
    Black mass
    Shredded battery residue containing nickel, cobalt, manganese, lithium and graphite, sent for hydrometallurgical recovery.
    12
    Offtake agreement
    A contract to buy a defined share of future production, often used to secure project finance.
    13
    JORC / NI 43-101
    Australasian and Canadian reporting codes for mineral resource and reserve disclosure.
    14
    EU Critical Raw Materials Act
    EU regulation setting benchmarks for domestic extraction, processing, recycling and diversification of CRM supply.
    15
    Strategic Project designation
    A status under the EU CRM Act granting permitted projects faster assessment and better access to finance.

    Also known as

    Alternate names and search phrases for this event.

    • Critical Minerals & Materials Exhibitor List 2027
    • Critical Minerals & Materials Exhibitor List Frankfurt 2027
    • Critical Minerals 2027
    • Critical Minerals Frankfurt 2027
    • Frankfurt Germany
    • Trade show B2B Trade Expo Frankfurt
    • Science and Technology Frankfurt 2027
    • Lithium raw materials
    • Rare earth elements
    • Nickel and cobalt products

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