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Join us at the Critical Minerals & Materials Exhibitor List on 12-13 May 2027 in Frankfurt, Germany, to explore the latest innovations in the critical minerals sector.
Dates
12–13 May 2027
City / country
Frankfurt, Germany
Venue
Messe Frankfurt
Event 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
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.
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
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
Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1, 60327 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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 diningParking: 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
Who runs the show

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Frankfurt Airport
to venue
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Holiday Inn Express Frankfurt - Messe by IHG
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
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
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
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.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
S-Bahn (S8/S9 from airport)
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)
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
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.
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.
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
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.
confirm your Critical Minerals Expo EU registration is approved and download the badge confirmation to your phone and a printed copy
check the exhibitor list on criticalmineralsexpoeu.com and shortlist 12 to 15 companies across mining, refining, recycling and technology
book Frankfurt accommodation in the Messe district or along the S3/S4/S5/S6 corridor and confirm free cancellation terms
book flights into Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and check whether an earlier arrival day is needed for jet lag before meetings
check your Schengen entry position and, if a visa is required, confirm appointment timing with the German mission
request meetings from exhibitors with a short agenda naming the commodity and stage of the value chain you care about
review the conference schedule page for sessions on EU Critical Raw Materials Act permitting, offtake and refining capacity
pre-book airport transfer or load the RMV app for S-Bahn ticketing between FRA, Hauptbahnhof and Messe station
prepare a one-page company profile and your feedstock or product specification for on-stand conversations
confirm hotel invoice details and business travel documentation required by your finance team
check the Frankfurt May forecast and pack layers, a compact rain jacket and comfortable shoes for hall walking
set up mobile data via EU roaming or an eSIM and download the Messe Frankfurt site map
print or save your meeting schedule by hall and plan walking routes between halls to avoid backtracking
arrive in Frankfurt, collect any transit tickets, and walk the venue perimeter to locate your first-day entrances
Registration and hall orientation at Messe Frankfurt
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
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

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Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether Critical Minerals & Materials Exhibitor List fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
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For Critical Minerals & Materials Exhibitor List, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
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.
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