IFAM Slovenia 2027, 26-28 January in Ljubljana, is a B2B automation, robotics and smart-manufacturing fair with 56 exhibitors and 2,397 visitors in 2026.
Dates
26–28 Jan 2027
City / country
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Venue
Ljubljana Exhibition and Convention Center
Time
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Event overview
IFAM Slovenia 2027 brings the region's automation and smart-manufacturing supply chain to Ljubljana from 26 to 28 January. Held at the Ljubljana Exhibition and Convention Center alongside INTRONIKA and ROBOTICS, the B2B fair covers industrial automation, mechatronics, robotics, machine vision, sensors, measurement, industrial software and additive manufacturing.
Exhibitors meet production managers, engineers, system integrators and technical decision-makers from Slovenia and neighbouring Central European markets. The 2026 edition reported 56 exhibitors from eight countries and 2,397 visitors from twelve countries, with 86% of visitors identifying as decision-makers.
One-day tickets cost 15 euros, with a 5 euro student rate, and the fair is trade-focused.
TL;DR
See live automation, robotics and machine-vision demonstrations, compare suppliers side by side, and meet the engineers and integrators who specify production equipment. Most visitors are decision-makers, so technical and commercial conversations can move quickly.
Reach a qualified regional audience of manufacturers, integrators and distributors without the cost of a large European flagship stand. The co-located INTRONIKA and ROBOTICS shows add electronics and robotics buyers, and 2026 pricing started at 95 EUR per square metre for row space.
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
Dunajska cesta 18, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
The Ljubljana fairground provides step-free access for visitors with reduced mobility; ask at the main Dunajska cesta entrance for lift access to upper halls.
Food options
Venue cafe and nearby Dunajska cesta options
On-site diningParking: Parking is available at the rear of the Gospodarsko razstavišče complex; approach from Linhartova cesta and follow signs to the venue car park.
Gate: Main visitor entrance is on Dunajska cesta, directly at the Razstavišče bus stop.
Attend
Event days & opening times
One-day ticket
Valid for a single entry to the fairgrounds.
One-day discounted ticket
Pupils and students must prove their status with an ID.
Ticket info
Ticket notes
One-day ticket 15 EUR; discounted one-day ticket 5 EUR for pupils and students with valid ID. Payment is cash only at the venue.
What's on
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Visitors: 2,397
Exhibitors: 56
Floor area: 5,500 sqm
Exhibitor countries: 8
Visitor countries: 12
This edition
2027
Visitors: 2,500
Exhibitors: 60
Floor area: 5,500 sqm
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
The 2026 edition filled 5,500 square metres with 56 exhibitors from eight countries, including 16 international companies and eight newcomers. It drew 2,397 visitors from twelve countries, and 86% of visitors were described as decision-makers.
Impact
A 2,397-visitor base is small enough for exhibitors to have repeat conversations but large enough to justify a regional stand. The 86% decision-maker share suggests a high ratio of specification and purchasing authority per visitor.
Audience quality
Visitors come mainly from Slovenia's manufacturing belt and neighbouring CEE markets. Production managers, engineers and integrators arrive to compare live equipment, making the show more technical than a general industrial expo.
Exhibitor outcomes
For a 9-16 sqm stand, the main return is qualified pipeline from regional manufacturers rather than mass lead volume. Vendors should price the show as a focused CEE lead-generation and distributor-development investment.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Slovenia's export-heavy manufacturing base, from automotive suppliers to electrical equipment and machinery, needs affordable access to automation, vision and robotics suppliers. IFAM concentrates that supply in Ljubljana and draws buyers from Croatia, Austria, Italy and the Western Balkans.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Resilient regional supply chains
European manufacturers continue to shorten supply chains and add local or near-shore capacity, raising demand for flexible automation that can be installed quickly.
What it changes: Vendors with short lead times and regional service teams fit the current buying pattern better than long-haul project suppliers.
AI-assisted machine vision
Vision systems increasingly use deep learning for defect detection and flexible part handling, moving inspection beyond fixed-rule programming.
What it changes: Machine-vision and software exhibitors can demonstrate immediate quality gains to production managers.
Energy-efficient and compact robotics
Rising electricity costs and tight floor space push buyers toward efficient drives, cobots and compact cells that retrofit existing lines.
What it changes: Small and mid-sized factories can automate a single station without rebuilding the plant.
IFAM sits in a dense Central European calendar. The two co-located Ljubljana shows are the closest match; larger German flagships serve buyers planning a wider supplier search.
INTRONIKA
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Electronics show held with IFAM; dates are shared with the 2027 edition.
websiteROBOTICS
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Robotics and unmanned-systems show held with IFAM; shared dates.
websiteSPS - Smart Production Solutions
Nuremberg, Germany
Dates follow the established late-November pattern and should be reconfirmed when the next edition is announced.
websiteJanuary
One trip to Ljubljana covers all three co-located shows.
November
German flagship for a broader automation supplier comparison.
Ljubljana dates are confirmed by the organiser; the Nuremberg dates are circuit guidance and should be reconfirmed.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Closest airport; regular buses and taxis connect to the city centre.
26 km
to venue
20-30 minutes
by car
Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport
Useful for Croatian and Balkan connections; cross-border drive.
140 km
to venue
about 2 hours
by car
Trieste Airport
Italian alternative with onward road or rail transfer.
130 km
to venue
about 1.5 hours
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 70–110 / night
Simple rooms within a 10-20 minute walk of the venue; book early because January is low season but inventory is limited.
USD 130–190 / night
Closest comfortable options to the fairground, many walkable to the main entrance.
USD 220–330 / night
Full-service hotels with meeting space and easy taxi access to the venue.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
City bus (LPP)
The stop is directly in front of the main entrance; tickets can be bought by app or at kiosks.
Taxi / ride-hail
Use a metered taxi or a ride-hail app; the airport run takes about 25 minutes.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen short-stay visa (type C) | Visitors from countries without a Schengen visa-waiver agreement, travelling for business meetings or a trade fair. | $90.00 | Typically 15 calendar days; apply up to six months ahead |
Slovenia applies the Schengen short-stay rules. Many EU, UK, US, Canadian and other passport holders can enter visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period; check the current list before booking.
An ATA carnet can simplify temporary import of exhibition goods; confirm the procedure with the freight forwarder and Slovenian customs.
Official visa pageWeather
Late January is Ljubljana's coldest period, with daytime highs around 2-6 C and overnight lows near -3 to 0 C. Fog, rain or light snow is possible; pack a warm coat and waterproof shoes.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Free Wi-Fi is available in all halls. Mobile coverage is good across the venue; EU roaming applies for visitors with EU SIM cards.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Punctuality and appointments
Slovenian business meetings start on time and are usually conducted in English with international visitors. Confirm meetings by email the day before.
Cash at the venue
The ticket desk accepts cash only, so withdraw euros before arrival. Cards are widely accepted in city restaurants and hotels.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: LJU - Ljubljana Joze Pucnik
Book 6-10 weeks ahead for January; fares are moderate outside winter holiday peaks. Ljubljana is also reachable by train from Vienna, Zagreb and Trieste.
Book flightsGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Bus or taxi from LJU to the city centre, then a short walk or LPP bus to Razstavisce; allow 45-60 minutes door to door.
Hotel → venue: Most centre hotels are a 10-25 minute walk from Dunajska cesta 18.
Ride-hail: Taxi and ride-hail apps are available; city trips typically cost 8-15 EUR.
Public transit: LPP lines 6, 7 and 11 stop at Razstavisce in front of the venue; single rides cost about 1.30-2.00 EUR.
Parking: Limited on-site parking at the rear of the venue; arrive early on opening day.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: January
Temperature: -3 C to 6 C
Seasonality: Cold, often foggy, with rain or light snow; daylight ends around 17:00.
Packing: Warm layered clothing, waterproof shoes, an umbrella and a power bank for long days on the floor.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Tuesday 26 January 2027
Opening day has the fullest exhibitor presence and the best chance of meeting senior technical staff before schedules fill; Thursday closes at 16:00 and some stands begin packing down.
Book travel and a refundable hotel near Dunajska cesta — Compare LJU fares and rail options; January prices are moderate.
Register and shortlist exhibitors from the online catalogue — Pick 8-12 companies and note the hall or stand.
Request meetings and confirm who will be on the stand — Ask for a technical contact, not only sales.
Prepare a one-page requirements brief and badge pickup details — Include line speed, payload, voltage and integration constraints.
Check the weather, print backups and plan the route to Razstavisce — Carry euros for the cash-only ticket desk.
Registration and coffee at the main entrance
Dunajska cesta foyerSupplier meetings with automation and vision exhibitors
IFAM hallsLunch and informal networking
Venue cafe / city centreVisit INTRONIKA and ROBOTICS stands and attend a programme session
Co-located hallsLake Bled
Half-Day Scenic Trip
About 1 hour by car or train from Ljubljana
Iconic alpine lake, island church and castle; a compact break after the fair.
Postojna Cave
Half-Day Natural Attraction
About 1 hour by car or train
World-famous karst cave with an underground train; book a timed entry.
Exhibitor stands and hall foyers
On-site networking
The co-located halls create repeated foot traffic; arrange follow-up coffee at the stand.
Ljubljana old town riverside
Evening networking
A dense cluster of restaurants and bars along the Ljubljanica, 15 minutes from the venue.
IFAM visitors arrive with live modernisation projects, so speed matters. A 48-hour follow-up keeps IFAM ahead of larger German shows where the same buyer will compare more suppliers.
Budget
Shell scheme
EUR 150–195 / m²
Raw space
EUR 95–130 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
Raw space uses the organiser's published row-to-island range (95-130 EUR/sqm). The shell band is an editorial estimate for a basic equipped stand, not a published tariff.
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This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
Raw stand space
exhibitor · row early bird
EUR 95–115 / per sqm
Registration fee
exhibitor · standard
EUR 395–495 / per exhibitor
Hotel room
visitor · mid
USD 130–190 / per night
One-day ticket
visitor · standard
EUR 15 / per person
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw stand space | exhibitor | row early bird | EUR 95–115 / per sqm | official | 2026-11-02 |
| Registration fee | exhibitor | standard | EUR 395–495 / per exhibitor | official | 2026-11-02 |
| Hotel room | visitor | mid | USD 130–190 / per night | estimate | 2026-11-02 |
| One-day ticket | visitor | standard | EUR 15 / per person | official | 2026-11-02 |
Decision
Six quick questions to decide whether to visit, exhibit or skip IFAM Slovenia 2027.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your travel and stand budget?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have a shortlist of suppliers and can travel in late January.
Best for
Buyers and engineers comparing automation, vision or robotics suppliers for a live project.
Min. budget
$900.00
Timeline
2-6 weeks
Risks
Limited meeting slots on opening day
Cash-only ticket desk
exhibit
You want focused regional pipeline and can staff a 9-16 sqm stand.
Best for
Automation, robotics, sensor and software vendors targeting Slovenian and CEE manufacturers.
Min. budget
$4,500.00
Timeline
3-4 months
Risks
Small absolute visitor volume
Freight and stand build lead times
skip
Your target market is outside Central Europe or your 2027 budget is already committed.
Best for
Teams with no CEE manufacturing prospects or no capacity to follow up.
Timeline
None
Risks
Missing a compact regional showcase
Book with
Ljubljana Exhibition and Convention Center (Gospodarsko razstavisce)
The city-centre fairground hosting IFAM, INTRONIKA and ROBOTICS, with halls, parking and public-transport access.
Public venue body; not named as a commercial sponsor.
Fraport Slovenija
Operates Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport, the main international gateway about 26 km from the venue.
Public airport operator; travel resource, not an event sponsor.
Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia (GZS)
National business chamber representing Slovenian companies and supporting trade and investment activity.
Public business body; a useful contact for market entry, not a confirmed event partner.
Ministry of the Economy, Tourism and Sport
Slovenian ministry responsible for economic policy, tourism and sport, including business-event support programmes.
Public authority; listed as context, not as a confirmed show sponsor.
Recommended providers
Slovenian Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs
Schengen short-stay visa rules apply; the organiser does not issue invitation letters.
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Ljubljana
The organiser names Radisson Blu as a partner hotel; book early for the show dates.
Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) / Fraport Slovenija
Check winter schedules; many routes connect through Frankfurt, Vienna or Istanbul.
Use an exhibition-forwarding desk experienced in Slovenian customs and ATA carnets.
Arrange travel and exhibition-liability cover; confirm the policy covers machinery demonstrations.
Book Lake Bled or Postojna Cave for the afternoon after the fair.
Rented badge scanners can export CSV; test connectivity on site.
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