High-Performance Materials Equipment Week 2027, Incheon
Dates
24–26 Mar 2027
City / country
Incheon, South Korea
Venue
Songdo ConvensiA
Time
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Event overview
High-Performance Materials Equipment Week 2027 runs 24-26 March at Songdo ConvensiA in Incheon, South Korea.
The B2B week brings coating, adhesive, film, surface-treatment, sustainable-material and battery-semiconductor material suppliers together with Korean manufacturers and overseas buyers.
Five co-located specialist shows and a paid conference make it a compact sourcing and technical meeting point.
TL;DR
Visitors can compare coating, adhesive, film, surface-treatment and testing solutions across five specialist shows on one ticket, attend technical sessions and meet Korean manufacturers with live sourcing briefs.
Exhibitors reach Korean manufacturers and R&D centres in the semiconductor, secondary-battery, automotive-electronics and sustainable-materials supply chains, with a target-buyer matching service for overseas companies.
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
Songdo ConvensiA, 123 Central-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon 21998, South Korea
Entrances & gates
Main entrance
Enter from the Central-ro forecourt and follow signs to the joint registration desk.
On-site parking operates at Songdo ConvensiA, but the show does not include the parking fee; pay at the venue machine or app.
Food options
Venue food court, Songdo Central Park cafes
On-site diningParking: On-site parking is available but the show does not include parking in registration; budget a daily fee and arrive before 09:30 on peak days.
Gate: Use the main Songdo ConvensiA entrance and follow show signage to the registration hall.
Attend
Event days & opening times
On-site registration
Pre-registration by 23 March 2027 is free.
Ticket info
Badge collection
Pre-registrants scan the barcode emailed to them at the pre-registration desk and collect a badge. Invitation-card holders and on-site registrants use the on-site registration desk.
Ticket notes
Industry visitors only. Pre-registration is free until 23 March 2027; on-site registration costs KRW 10,000. Bring a business card if using an invitation letter.
Registration deadline
2027-03-23
What's on
Super-Gap Conference
Technical conference on next-generation core parts and materials, held alongside the exhibition; Korean-language sessions and separate tickets.
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2025
Exhibitors: 206
This edition
2027
Visitors: 17,550
Exhibitors: 248
Floor area: 30,000 sqm
Next edition
Not announced yet
Growth over time
New this edition
Impact
A compact three-day week gives buyers a rare chance to compare five material and equipment segments without leaving Songdo. Korean manufacturers supply the demand side, while overseas material and equipment suppliers use the co-located shows to find distributors and project partners.
Audience quality
Expect process engineers, R&D managers and sourcing teams from semiconductor, battery, display and automotive-electronics plants. The paid conference adds technical depth, and the target-buyer matching service concentrates qualified Korean buyers rather than general public traffic.
Exhibitor outcomes
Best ROI comes from exhibitors with a clearly defined Korean channel or a technical story for battery, chip or coating engineers. Three days is short, so pre-booked meetings and a Korean-language leave-behind matter more than booth size.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Korea's chip, battery and auto industries need imported specialty materials and testing equipment. This week puts those buyers in front of global suppliers at the moment they are qualifying new lines.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Localisation of battery and semiconductor materials
Korean manufacturers are widening their supplier base for cathode, electrolyte, precursor and packaging materials, creating openings for overseas specialty chemical firms.
What it changes: Suppliers with qualification data and Korean-language technical support can win multi-year contracts.
PFAS and sustainability pressure on coatings
Regulatory and customer pressure is pushing coating and adhesive makers toward water-based, bio-based and PFAS-free formulations.
What it changes: Sustainable-material exhibits are moving from a side zone to a core buying category.
Inline metrology and testing
Battery and semiconductor lines need faster inline measurement, defect inspection and analysis equipment as yields tighten.
What it changes: Testing suppliers can sell into both new plant builds and existing-line upgrades.
Buyers can pair this Incheon week with Korea's larger chemical and battery shows, or with the Japanese and Chinese material circuits later in the year.
Coating Korea 2027
Incheon, South Korea
Coating, adhesive and film industry expo inside the same week.
websiteSurtech Korea 2027
Incheon, South Korea
Surface treatment and painting industry expo.
websiteKorea ChemExpo 2027
Incheon, South Korea
Dates follow the same March week; confirm the official calendar before booking.
websiteMarch 2027 Incheon week
All five specialist shows run inside the same three days at Songdo ConvensiA.
Co-located show names and dates are taken from the official AMTEC KOREA homepage and visitor guide.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Incheon International Airport
Main international gateway; airport buses and the Airport Railroad connect toward Incheon and Seoul.
about 30 km
to venue
35-50 minutes
by car
Gimpo International Airport
Closer for domestic and some regional flights; use the airport railroad or a taxi.
about 25 km
to venue
35-50 minutes
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 70–110 / night
Business hotels within a short taxi ride of the venue.
USD 120–180 / night
Serviced apartments and international midscale hotels near restaurants.
USD 200–320 / night
Full-service and resort-style options for hosted buyers.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Metro
Cheapest option; allow 10-15 minutes from the station to the venue.
Taxi
Metered; use Kakao T to avoid language issues.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-term business visa (C-3-4) | Nationals without visa-free or K-ETA eligibility | $60.00 | 5-10 working days | |
| K-ETA (electronic travel authorisation) | Nationals of eligible visa-waiver countries travelling for business or tourism | $8.00 | usually within 72 hours |
Many business travellers enter visa-free or under K-ETA; check your nationality before applying.
Korea accepts ATA carnets for temporary exhibition goods; confirm with your chamber.
Official visa pageWeather
March in Incheon is cool and changeable, around 2-11 C, with a cold wind off the Yellow Sea and occasional rain.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Venue Wi-Fi is normally available; buy a Korean eSIM or pocket Wi-Fi at Incheon Airport for backup.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business cards
Exchange cards with both hands and take a moment to read them; a Korean-language card helps with suppliers.
Dining and drinking
Business dinners often involve shared dishes and alcohol; pouring for others is customary and refusing entirely can seem distant.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Book 8-12 weeks ahead for March; direct flights to ICN are limited outside Seoul routes.
Check visa-free or K-ETA eligibility first; otherwise apply for a short-term business visa four to six weeks ahead.
Estimated cost: USD 40-90 depending on nationality
Processing: 5-10 working days
Fees and eligibility change; verify before booking.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Airport railroad to Gyeyang or Incheon, then metro or taxi; 60-80 minutes total, or 35-50 minutes by taxi.
Hotel → venue: Most Songdo hotels are 10-20 minutes by taxi; the metro is cheaper but involves a walk.
Ride-hail: Kakao T is the standard app; taxis are metered and card payment is usual.
Public transit: Incheon Line 1 links Songdo with the airport-rail network and central Incheon.
Parking: Paid on-site parking; the show does not validate parking.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: March
Temperature: 2-11 C
Seasonality: Cool, windy and occasionally wet; snow is rare but possible early in the month.
Packing: Bring a warm layer, a compact umbrella and comfortable shoes for the exhibition halls.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: 2027-03-24
Opening day has the fullest exhibitor presence and the best chance of meeting senior sales and technical staff before diaries fill.
Register free and print the confirmation barcode — Pre-registration closes 23 March 2027.
Book flights and a Songdo hotel — March is busy; aim for a refundable rate.
Shortlist exhibitors and request meetings — Use the co-located show lists to plan halls.
Check visa, K-ETA and travel insurance — Carry a business card and passport.
Download the floor plan and set an agenda — Allow 20 minutes for registration.
Registration and badge collection
Songdo ConvensiA main entranceCoating and adhesive supplier meetings
Coating Korea hallLunch and informal networking
Venue food courtSurface treatment and testing demos
Surtech and Testing Korea hallsSongdo Central Park
Urban Park
10 minutes by taxi
Waterfront walk and a break from the halls.
Incheon Chinatown
Cultural District
35-45 minutes by metro
Historic streets and local food after the show.
Songdo Central Park cafe strip
Cafes
Quiet enough for follow-up meetings.
Venue exhibition lounge
On-site lounge
Convenient for short supplier conversations.
Korean buyers often decide by committee, so follow-up should give the technical and commercial contact a document they can circulate internally.
Budget
Shell scheme
KRW 450000–600000 / m²
Raw space
KRW 250000–350000 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
No public 2027 tariff was published; bands are market estimates for Incheon.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
Hotel
both · mid
USD 120–180 / per night
Per diem
visitor · standard
USD 60–90 / per day
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel | both | mid | USD 120–180 / per night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Per diem | visitor | standard | USD 60–90 / per day | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
Decision
Answer six quick questions to see whether to visit, exhibit or skip this Incheon materials week.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What do you need from the show?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You can name at least three suppliers or product areas to review.
Best for
Buyers and engineers with an active sourcing or qualification project
Min. budget
$1,200.00
Timeline
6-10 weeks
Risks
Crowded first day
Limited English conference content
exhibit
You have pre-booked meetings and Korean-language support.
Best for
Material and equipment suppliers with a Korean channel or qualification story
Min. budget
$9,000.00
Timeline
3-4 months
Risks
High booth and freight cost
Slow Korean qualification cycles
skip
No budget, no active project and no Korean partner target.
Best for
Teams with no Korea sourcing plan this year
Timeline
none
Risks
Missing early supplier conversations
Book with
Incheon Tourism Organization
Local destination and visitor services for Incheon.
Public tourism body; not a confirmed show sponsor.
Incheon International Airport
Main international gateway to the Incheon venue.
Public airport operator; not a confirmed show partner.
KOTRA
Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency, which runs buyer programmes around Korean trade shows.
Public trade body; a KOTRA buyer programme was referenced for the 2026 edition.
Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry
National business chamber with member networks across Korean manufacturers.
Public business body; not a confirmed show sponsor.
Recommended providers
Official visa and K-ETA guidance.
Compare Songdo business hotels.
Direct routes to Incheon from major hubs.
Organiser-appointed freight contractor
Confirm the handler and deadlines with MESSE ESANG.
Travel and business-travel cover; compare policies.
Local attractions around Songdo and Incheon.
MESSE ESANG registration system
Badge scanning and attendee data.
FAQs & glossary
Frequently asked
Glossary
Also known as
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