IE Expo - Water, Sewage, Refuse, Recycling & Natural Energy Sources

Name: IE Expo - Water, Sewage, Refuse, Recycling & Natural Energy Sources
Start: 2027-04-20
End: 2027-04-22
Location: Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC)

Event overview

Overview

IE Expo Shanghai 2027 is Asia's leading trade fair for environmental technology solutions, taking place from April 20 to 22, 2027, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

This event focuses on water, sewage, refuse, recycling, and natural energy sources, bringing together industry leaders and innovative solutions.

TL;DR

1Edition Dates: 20-22 April 2027 at Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) in Pudong, Shanghai.
2Sector Focus: Water treatment, sewage management, refuse and recycling, and natural energy sources across the exhibition halls.
3Organiser Pedigree: Hosted by Messe Muenchen with the Chinese Society For Environmental Sciences and the China Environment Chamber of Commerce.
4Buyer Scale: The previous edition drew over 82,000 visitors, signalling strong environmental-technology demand in China.
5Visitor Access: Free online registration runs until April 13, 2026, and Metro Line 7 reaches the venue at Huamu Road Station.

Why visit

Attendees will gain insights into the latest environmental technologies, network with industry experts, and explore solutions for sustainable practices. Edition Dates: 20-22 April 2027 at Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) in Pudong, Shanghai. Buyer Scale: The previous edition drew over 82,000 visitors, signalling strong environmental-technology demand in China. Visitor Access: Free online registration runs until April 13, 2026, and Metro Line 7 reaches the venue.

Why exhibit

Exhibitors can showcase their products to a targeted audience, connect with potential buyers, and enhance their brand visibility in the environmental technology market. Buyer Scale: The previous edition drew over 82,000 visitors, signalling strong environmental-technology demand in China. IE Expo is crucial for the environmental technology sector, showcasing innovations and fostering collaborations among industry leaders. It serves as a platform for networking and exploring.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Environmental engineers and consultants

Government officials and policymakers

Industry leaders and decision-makers

Researchers and academics in environmental sciences

Procurement teams from corporations

Media representatives covering environmental issues

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Manufacturers of water treatment technologies

Suppliers of waste management solutions

Companies specializing in renewable energy

Providers of environmental monitoring equipment

Consultants in environmental compliance

Innovators in recycling technologies

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Water treatment and purification systems

Waste management and recycling solutions

Air quality monitoring technologies

Soil remediation and restoration products

Environmental management software

Sustainable energy solutions

Location & Facilities

Venue

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Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC)

2345 Longyang Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, China

Facilities

Parking

Yes. SNIEC has on-site parking, with P1 Parking Lot commonly recommended. Parking is RMB 10 per hour with a daily maximum of RMB 80. Organisers note that public transport is usually faster during major fairs.

Parking: Yes. SNIEC has on-site parking, with P1 Parking Lot commonly recommended. Parking is RMB 10 per hour with a daily maximum of RMB 80. Organisers note that public transport is usually faster during major fairs.

Attend

Entry & tickets

Free registration

On-site registration
Paid on-site registration fee
CN¥30.00

Ticket info

Registration deadline

2026-04-13

Who runs the show

Organisers

Messe München

Email Call Website

Chinese Society For Environmental Sciences

Website

China Environment Chamber of Commerce

Website

Messe Muenchen Zhongmao Co., Ltd

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How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Last edition

2026

Completed

Visitors: 82,419

Exhibitors: 1,987

Floor area: 170,000 sqm

Edition #: 2,026

This edition

2027

Next edition

2027

Growth over time

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

The 2026 edition brought together 82,419+ visitors at Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). IE Expo Shanghai 2027 is Asia's leading trade fair for environmental technology solutions, taking place from April 20 to 22, 2027, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. This event focuses on water, sewage, refuse, recycling, and natural energy sources, bringing together industry leaders and innovative solutions. IE Expo is crucial for the environmental technology sector, showcasing innovations.

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

Visitors typically include Environmental engineers and consultants, Government officials and policymakers, Industry leaders and decision-makers, Researchers and academics in environmental sciences. Event Date: April 20-22, 2027. Location: Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Focus on water, sewage, refuse, recycling, and natural energy sources. Bringing together industry leaders and innovative solutions. Documented attendance reached 82,419+ visitors in the reference edition. IE Expo - Water, Sewage, Refuse,.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Exhibitors can showcase their products to a targeted audience, connect with potential buyers, and enhance their brand visibility in the environmental technology market. The event provides a platform for engaging with key decision-makers and industry influencers. Bringing together industry leaders and innovative solutions. IE Expo is crucial for the environmental technology sector, showcasing innovations and fostering collaborations among industry leaders. It serves as a. Exhibitor categories include Manufacturers.

Intelligence

Market context

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

East China — Shanghai (Yangtze River Delta), China

Why it matters

Shanghai is China's industrial and environmental-technology hub, and IE Expo sits at the centre of the country's water, sewage, refuse and recycling supply chain. The Yangtze River Delta around Shanghai concentrates municipal utilities, engineering contractors, industrial water users and policy bodies under tightening discharge standards and carbon-neutrality targets, so the show functions as a single meeting point for Chinese buyers, state-owned utility decision-makers and international technology suppliers. For exporters, it is one of the most efficient routes into the Chinese environmental market.

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Tighter wastewater standards and reuse mandates

Sludge, waste-to-energy and recycling integration

Digitalisation of water networks

Circular economy and solid-waste sorting policy

Industrial decarbonisation and renewable energy from waste streams

Energy trade fair circuit

Book hotels and meetings 8–12 weeks before opening day; peer shows in the same sector often fall in adjacent months.

Buyers covering energy often plan IE Expo - Water, Sewage, Refuse, Recycling & Natural Energy Sources alongside regional peer shows to compare products, pricing, and service coverage across markets.

Pre-show

Confirm exhibitor meetings and product demos for IE Expo - Water, Sewage, Refuse, Recycling & Natural Energy Sources.

Show week

Hall walk-throughs, live demos, and supplier negotiations.

Peer events are widely known sector fairs; verify dates on each organiser website before booking.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · CNY

Arrival airports

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

PVG

Shanghai Pudong

Maglev + metro or taxi to Pudong expo clusters.

to venue

45–70 min to SNIEC

by car

SHA

Shanghai Hongqiao

Hongqiao is closer to central Shanghai halls.

to venue

30–45 min

by car

Hotel tiers

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

Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel Shanghai

Luxury

Pudong, near SNIEC330 m to venue

5-star hotel; breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, free parking, indoor pool, air conditioning, fitness centre, spa and bar.

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Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai

Luxury

Pudong

5-star hotel; breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, indoor pool, air conditioning and fitness centre.

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IntercityHotel Shanghai New International Expo Center

Midscale

Pudong, near SNIEC420 m to venue

Guest rating 4.2.

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Ji Hotel Shanghai Longyang Road Magnetic Levitation

Midscale

Longyang Road500 m to venue

Guest rating 4.2.

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Home Inn . Neo (Shanghai Shanghai New Int'l Expo Center Longyang Rd Subway Station Store)

Budget

Longyang Road Subway Station360 m to venue

33 percent less than usual at capture time; guest rating 3.5.

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Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

taxi

Estimated costCNY 150–220 (taxi estimate)

Best forShanghai Pudong (PVG) to Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC)

Maglev + metro or taxi to Pudong expo clusters.

taxi

Estimated costCNY 80–120 (taxi estimate)

Best forShanghai Hongqiao (SHA) to Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC)

Hongqiao is closer to central Shanghai halls.

metro

Estimated costDistance-based Shanghai Metro single-journey fare

Best forShanghai Metro Line 7 to Huamu Road Station (SNIEC North Entrance Hall 2)

Metro Line 7 connects directly to SNIEC, with Huamu Road Station adjacent to the North Entrance Hall (Entrance Hall 2).

metro

Estimated costDistance-based Shanghai Metro and Maglev fares

Best forLongyang Road Station to SNIEC Entrance 1

Longyang Road Station is about 600 m from SNIEC Entrance 1 and is served by Metro Lines 2 and 7, the Maglev and several bus routes; the walk takes roughly 10 minutes.

taxi

Estimated costRMB 10 per hour, daily maximum RMB 80

Best forDriving and parking at SNIEC

SNIEC has on-site parking, with P1 Parking Lot commonly recommended. Organisers note public transport is usually faster during major fairs.

Plan your trip

Visa & entry documents

Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

Visa required

ATA Carnet: check with organiser

China operates visa-free and port-visa policies for certain nationalities, transit passengers and mutual exemption agreements; check the State Council Visit China portal for current rules.

Official visa page

Weather

April in Shanghai is mild, humid spring weather: daytime highs typically around 18–21 °C with overnight lows near 10–12 °C, and roughly 10–13 rain days in the month (about 90–100 mm total), so pack light layers and a compact umbrella for the walk between halls and hotels.

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

SNIEC provides free Wi-Fi on site. For mobile data, foreign visitors can buy a China Mobile, Unicom or Telecom SIM with their passport or use a travel eSIM, and should compare monthly data plan prices before arrival.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

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

Paying and tipping

Tipping is not customary in Shanghai and service charges are usually already included; rounding up is only expected for hotel or porter help. Alipay and WeChat Pay dominate everyday payments, so link an international card to one of them before arrival and keep a small amount of cash as backup.

Business etiquette

Offer and receive business cards with both hands, address counterparts by family name with their title, and arrive punctually for meetings. Mandarin is the working language of most Chinese utilities, though international sales teams at the fair generally work in English.

Dress, connectivity and on-site practicalities

Smart business dress suits stand meetings, with comfortable shoes for long days across the SNIEC halls. SNIEC provides free Wi-Fi; for mobile data buy a local SIM with your passport or use a travel eSIM. Some foreign apps and services may require a VPN, so install maps, translation and messaging apps before you fly.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

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

Flights

Destination: PVG

Book flights to PVG when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue; compare SHA only if fares are materially lower.

Visa

Most foreign business visitors need a Chinese visa before travel. The M (business and trade) visa covers attending trade fairs, business meetings and factory visits, and generally requires an invitation letter from a Chinese company or organisation. Passports should be valid for at least 6 months with blank visa pages.

Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

The M visa application requires an invitation letter stating the visiting purpose, place to visit, and the inviting company or contact. Fees vary by nationality and visa class, and some Chinese missions are running reduced visa fees; confirm the current fee and processing time with your local Chinese Visa Application Service Centre. China also applies visa-free and port-visa policies for eligible nationalities.

Official

Transport

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

Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Shanghai Pudong (PVG): 45–70 min to SNIEC; Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA): 30–45 min. Allow road or rail time to Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC); on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC): Pudong, near SNIEC; Pudong; Pudong, near SNIEC.

Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Shanghai; confirm local availability before travel.

Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC).

Parking: On-site parking is available at Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC); confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: April 2027

Temperature: Typically 10–21 °C in April (overnight lows around 10–12 °C, daytime highs around 18–21 °C)

Seasonality: Spring is one of Shanghai's wetter periods — April averages roughly 90–100 mm of rain across about 10–13 wet days, with changeable, humid conditions and a chance of thunderstorms; bring layers and a compact umbrella.

Packing: April in Shanghai is mild, humid spring weather: daytime highs typically around 18–21 °C with overnight lows near 10–12 °C, and roughly 10–13 rain days in the month (about 90–100 mm total), so pack light layers and a compact umbrella for the walk between halls and hotels.

Plan your trip

Planning

Best day to visit: Wednesday 21 April 2027 (Day 2, the middle day of the three-day run)

Day 2 of a three-day SNIEC trade fair is normally peak density: every hall and stand is fully open with no opening-morning registration crush and no final-day early pack-down, and conference, forum and business-matching activity is concentrated mid-show. Plan Day 1 for orientation across the water/sewage and refuse/recycling halls and Day 3 for follow-up talks and quotes before departure.

Confirm visa route and begin the Chinese business visa application if required — Most foreign business visitors need an M visa; passport must be valid for at least 6 months. Apply through your local Chinese Visa Application Service Centre or consular.mfa.gov.cn.

Book flights to Shanghai for 19-22 April 2027 — Shanghai Pudong (PVG) and Hongqiao (SHA) are the two main gateways to SNIEC.

Reserve a hotel near SNIEC or Longyang Road — Walkable options include Jumeirah Himalayas (about 330 m) and IntercityHotel Shanghai New International Expo Center (about 420 m).

Complete free online visitor registration — Online registration is free until April 13, 2026 per the organiser; on-site registration incurs a fee.

Download the hall plan and conference programme — Use the SNIEC floor plan to map exhibitors against your sourcing list.

Pre-schedule B2B meetings with target exhibitors — Contact exhibitors in water, sewage, refuse, recycling and natural energy segments ahead of the show.

Shortlist conference and seminar sessions — Block calendar time around the 9:00 AM daily opening to avoid clashes.

Plan airport-to-venue transfers — Metro Line 7 reaches Huamu Road Station beside the North Entrance Hall; taxis run from both PVG and SHA.

Arrange local transport and payment — Metro and Maglev are convenient; parking at SNIEC costs RMB 10 per hour with a daily maximum of RMB 80.

Prepare business materials and packing list — Bring business cards, product documentation and a lightweight jacket for variable April weather.

Confirm travel documents, insurance and vaccination records — Carry printed invitations, hotel confirmations and passport photocopies.

Travel day, badge collection and venue orientation — SNIEC doors open at 9:00 AM; allow extra time for security screening on arrival.

Side trips

Lujiazui skyline and The Bund

Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town

Networking spots

SNIEC business-matching and buyer lounges

On-site B2B zone

Organiser-run matchmaking, conference areas and buyer lounges concentrate qualified visitors on the show floor — the highest-yield place to exchange cards.

Hotel bars and lobbies at Pudong hotels adjacent to SNIEC

Hotel business bar

The 4–5 star hotels surrounding the venue (including those within a few hundred metres of the halls) host exhibitor and delegation groups for informal evening meetings.

Lujiazui / Pudong business district

City business district

Water, waste and energy companies with Shanghai offices cluster in Pudong; rooftop bars and hotel restaurants here suit longer-format follow-up meetings.

Budget

Costs & budget

Cost reference

Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

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visitor · On-site registration

CNY 30 / per person

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Item	For	Tier	Estimated range	Status	As of
visitor_ticket	visitor	On-site registration	CNY 30 / per person	official

Decision

Visit, exhibit, or skip?

Should you go?

Use this quick check to decide whether IE Expo - Water, Sewage, Refuse, Recycling & Natural Energy Sources fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.

QUESTION 1 OF 6

What is your primary role?

Decision matrix

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

$500.00

Timeline

4–8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.

Risks

Limited session times published — confirm agenda before booking.

Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

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

$3,000.00

Timeline

3–6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.

Risks

Booth pricing not published in captured sources — confirm with organiser.

Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

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.

Gallery

Photos

Official imagery from IE Expo - Water, Sewage, Refuse, Recycling & Natural Energy Sources

FAQs & glossary

Answers

Frequently asked

What are the registration fees for visitors?

Visitor registration is free until April 13, 2026. After that, a fee of 30 applies for on-site registration.

What is the venue for the event?

The event will be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC).

What are the focus topics of the expo?

Focus topics include water treatment, sewage management, refuse recycling, and natural energy sources.

How can I apply to exhibit?

Exhibitors can apply through the official website's booth reservation page.

What are the opening hours of the event?

The event opens from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on April 20-21, and from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on April 22.

How do I get to SNIEC by public transport?

Metro Line 7 connects directly to SNIEC at Huamu Road Station, which is next to the North Entrance Hall (Entrance Hall 2). Longyang Road Station, about 600 m from Entrance 1, is served by Metro Lines 2 and 7, the Maglev and several bus routes, roughly a 10-minute walk from the fairground.

Is parking available at SNIEC and what does it cost?

Glossary

SNIEC: Shanghai New International Expo Centre, the Pudong venue in Shanghai that hosts IE Expo.
M Visa: China's business and trade visa, used by exhibitors and buyers attending trade fairs such as IE Expo.
CVASC: Chinese Visa Application Service Centre, where applicants submit visa paperwork outside mainland China.
Maglev: Shanghai's magnetic levitation train, which stops at Longyang Road Station about 600 m from SNIEC.
PVG: Shanghai Pudong International Airport, the city's main international gateway.
SHA: Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, the city's other major airport.
Longyang Road Station: A major transport interchange near SNIEC served by Metro Lines 2 and 7, the Maglev and buses.
Huamu Road Station: Metro Line 7 station adjacent to SNIEC's North Entrance Hall (Entrance Hall 2).

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Sources

References

Publishers

Date checked

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IE Expo About the Show
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