Dates

    23–25 Feb 2027

    City / country

    Barakaldo, Spain

    Venue

    Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC)

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    Event overview

    Overview

    +INDUSTRY is the leading event for advanced industry, integrating six complementary industrial fairs in a single environment.

    It generates real synergies among sectors, technologies, and professionals throughout the entire industrial value chain.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Dates: 23-25 February 2027 at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC) in Barakaldo, Spain.
    2. 2Six Co-Located Fairs: +INDUSTRY coordinates six specialised industrial trade fairs under one roof to break down sector silos.
    3. 3Sector Breadth: Covers advanced manufacturing, automation, additive manufacturing, pumps and valves, maintenance, energy, water and logistics.
    4. 4Talent Bridge: The WORKinn programme runs in parallel to connect industry employers with engineers and skilled professionals.
    5. 5Additive Focus: Addit3D marks its 10th edition in 2027 with a new biennial format as the reference fair for additive manufacturing and 3D printing.

    Why visit

    Visiting +INDUSTRY puts you in front of six specialised industrial fairs under one roof at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre, from additive manufacturing and 3D printing at Addit3D to pumps and valves, maintenance and machine tool technologies. You can compare suppliers across automation, energy, water treatment, packaging, logistics and process industries in a single trip, attend free Innovation Workshops delivered by exhibiting companies, and join the WORKinn talent programme that links employers with skilled engineers. Positioned as the largest industrial event of the year in Spain, the show gives buyers, plant managers and R&D teams a fast route to new suppliers, live demonstrations and cross-sector partnerships.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibiting at +INDUSTRY puts your products in front of qualified buyers from the user sectors the fair targets, including automotive, railway, naval, aeronautical, energy, food and beverage, pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing. The six co-located fairs break down sector silos so machine builders, automation suppliers, additive manufacturing firms, maintenance providers and intralogistics specialists meet procurement and engineering decision makers from the Basque Country and wider Europe. Raw space and shell scheme options are available, the Innovation Workshops give exhibitors a free platform to present case studies, and WORKinn connects you with engineering talent. Booking early secures better hall positions ahead of the February 2027 edition.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Manufacturing engineers and technicians
    Supply chain and procurement managers
    Business development professionals
    Research and development specialists
    Quality assurance managers
    C-level executives in manufacturing
    Automotive and railway tier-supplier production managers
    Energy engineers from wind and photovoltaic operators
    Food and beverage processing plant managers
    Pharmaceutical and cosmetics production specialists
    Aeronautical and defence manufacturing engineers
    Machine tool and process machinery buyers
    Packaging and intralogistics specialists
    Plant engineers from water treatment and chemical operations

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Manufacturers of industrial machinery
    Suppliers of automation technology
    Providers of additive manufacturing solutions
    Companies specializing in robotics
    Firms offering digital transformation services
    Consultants in manufacturing processes

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Industrial automation and robotics solutions
    Additive manufacturing and 3D printing systems (Addit3D)
    Machine tools and metalworking equipment
    Pumps, valves and industrial fluid handling (Pumps&Valves)
    Industrial maintenance equipment and services
    Smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 systems
    Industrial IoT and data analytics applications
    Sustainable and energy-efficient manufacturing practices
    Wind and photovoltaic energy equipment
    Water supply and wastewater treatment systems
    Packaging and intralogistics technology
    Hydraulics, pneumatics and drive components
    Industrial safety equipment and protective workwear

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC)

    Ronda de Azkue 1, 48902 Barakaldo, Spain

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

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    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC)

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    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    This edition

    2027

    Next edition

    Not announced yet

    New this edition

    • 1

      +INDUSTRY broadens its sector scope

      The organiser states as a novelty that +INDUSTRY is widening its reach to cover a broad range of user sectors of advanced manufacturing, spanning food and beverage, pharmaceutical, textile, automotive, railway, naval, aeronautical and defence, energy, water, steel, chemical, packaging, logistics and engineering industries.

      Source
    • 2

      Addit3D 10th edition with a new biennial cycle

      Addit3D will hold its 10th edition from 23 to 25 February 2027 at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre, launching a new biennial frequency as the reference fair for additive manufacturing and 3D printing in Spain.

      Source
    • 3

      WORKinn talent programme in parallel

      WORKinn runs alongside the six specialised fairs that make up +INDUSTRY, acting as a bridge between engineering talent and industrial employers.

      Source

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    +INDUSTRY is the leading event for advanced industry, integrating six complementary industrial fairs in a single environment. It generates real synergies among sectors, technologies, and professionals throughout the entire industrial value chain. The event is crucial for showcasing advancements in manufacturing technology and fostering collaboration among industry leaders. It provides a platform for businesses to connect and innovate, addressing the challenges of modern manufacturing.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Manufacturing engineers and technicians, Supply chain and procurement managers, Business development professionals, Research and development specialists. Dates: 23-25 February 2027 at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC) in Barakaldo, Spain. Six Co-Located Fairs: +INDUSTRY coordinates six specialised industrial trade fairs under one roof to break down sector silos. Sector Breadth: Covers advanced manufacturing, automation, additive manufacturing, pumps and valves, maintenance, energy,.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors can enhance their visibility, connect with potential clients, and showcase their innovations to a targeted audience. The event is crucial for showcasing advancements in manufacturing technology and fostering collaboration among industry leaders. It provides a platform for businesses to connect and innovate, addressing the challenges of modern manufacturing. Exhibitor categories include Manufacturers of industrial machinery, Suppliers of automation technology, Providers of additive manufacturing.

    Intelligence

    Market context

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

    Barakaldo and Bilbao, Bizkaia province, Basque Country (Euskadi), northern Spain — the Bay of Biscay industrial corridor of the Iberian Atlantic Arc

    Why it matters

    +INDUSTRY is positioned by its organiser as the largest industrial event of the year in Spain. Its six co-located fairs cover complementary parts of advanced manufacturing and are coordinated to break down sector silos, creating real synergies between technologies, solutions and markets. For buyers and suppliers, that means one trip to the Bilbao Exhibition Centre in February 2027 gives access to machine tool, automation, additive manufacturing, pumps and valves, maintenance and talent themes, plus visiting delegations from automotive, railway, naval, aeronautical, energy, water, chemical and packaging industries.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Digital buyer journeys

    Professionals expect pre-show agendas, product finders, and meeting tools; suppliers align demos and literature to short on-stand decision cycles.

    02

    Sustainability in procurement

    Energy use, recyclable materials, and carbon reporting increasingly appear in RFPs and exhibitor scorecards across industrial trade fairs.

    03

    Automation and labour efficiency

    Visitors benchmark machinery, software, and services that reduce downtime, staffing pressure, and total cost of ownership.

    04

    Regional supply-chain resilience

    Buyers diversify suppliers across Europe, MENA, and Asia while favouring vendors with local service, spare parts, and training.

    05

    Hybrid engagement models

    Live demonstrations remain decisive, but follow-up webinars, digital catalogues, and year-round supplier portals extend the commercial window after the show.

    European industrial technology trade fair circuit

    Book hotels, flights and stand meetings 8–12 weeks before opening day; the German and French peer shows cluster in spring and autumn, so sequence them around the February +INDUSTRY dates rather than in the same week.

    Buyers and exhibitors covering machine tools, automation, additive manufacturing and industrial maintenance typically plan +INDUSTRY alongside the larger European industrial fairs so they can compare technology generations, pricing in EUR and service coverage across the German, French and Central European markets within one season.

    Pre-show (8–12 weeks)

    Fix stand meetings, request technical documentation and confirm travel and hotel bookings in Bilbao or Barakaldo.

    Show week (23–25 February 2027)

    Hall walk-throughs, live equipment demonstrations, quote comparison and supplier negotiations across the co-located fairs.

    Post-show follow-up (2–6 weeks)

    Consolidate quotes, arrange sample or factory visits and align orders with the following spring show in the European circuit.

    Peer events run on their own published biennial or annual cycles; dates and halls are listed on each organiser website.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · EUR

    Arrival airports

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

    BIO

    Bilbao Airport (Loiu)

    The main gateway for Barakaldo and the Bilbao Exhibition Centre, with direct services from Madrid, Barcelona, London, Frankfurt, Munich, Paris, Amsterdam and Brussels. Bizkaibus A3247 links the terminal to Bilbao Intermodal and Moyúa in about 25 minutes, where Metro Line 2 continues to Ansio station at the BEC north entrance; a taxi from arrivals to the venue takes 20–25 minutes and costs roughly EUR 30–40, and pre-booked transfers run EUR 45–60.

    ~20 km

    to venue

    20–25 min off-peak

    by car

    VIT

    Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport (Foronda)

    Small Basque airport roughly an hour east of the venue on the AP-68 and A-8 motorways, with a limited scheduled programme. Practical as a diversion when BIO seats are scarce, but plan a hire car or pre-booked transfer because public transport links to Barakaldo are indirect.

    ~66 km

    to venue

    55–70 min

    by car

    SDR

    Santander Airport (Parayas)

    Cantabrian coast gateway reached by the A-8 motorway along the Bay of Biscay. Useful for visitors combining the show with a northern Spain itinerary; ALSA coaches connect Santander bus station to Bilbao in about 1 h 30 and the metro then reaches Ansio.

    ~105 km

    to venue

    1 h 15 – 1 h 30

    by car

    BIQ

    Biarritz Pays Basque Airport

    French-side Basque gateway across the border via the AP-8 and A-63 toll motorways, convenient for exhibitors and buyers touring the French and Spanish Basque industrial cluster in one trip. Cross-border car hire is available at the terminal.

    ~155 km

    to venue

    1 h 45 – 2 h

    by car

    MAD

    Madrid–Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport

    Spain's intercontinental hub and the usual arrival point for long-haul visitors from Asia, the Gulf and the Americas. Through-ticketed connections to BIO are the fastest onward option; rail and coach from Madrid to Bilbao take around 5 hours, so same-day show arrival is only realistic with a connecting flight.

    ~400 km

    to venue

    4 h – 4 h 30 by road; 1 h connecting flight to BIO

    by car

    Hotel tiers

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

    Hotel NH Collection Villa de Bilbao

    Bilbao city centre

    4.5

    Hotel NH La Avanzada

    Barakaldo

    4.1

    BYPILLOW San Mames

    San Mames, Bilbao

    4.1

    ibis Bilbao Barakaldo

    Barakaldo

    3.9

    Latroupe La Granja

    Bilbao

    4.6

    Bilbao ROOMS & KITCHEN Zorroza

    Zorroza, Bilbao

    4.2

    Poshtel Bilbao

    Bilbao

    3.9

    Bilbao Metropolitan Hostel by Bossh! Hotels

    Bilbao

    3.6

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    Metro

    Estimated costAround EUR 1.70-2.00 per single journey (labeled estimate)
    Best forMetro Bilbao Line 2 to Ansio station, exit at the BEC north entrance

    Metro Bilbao runs from Barakaldo to Ansio every 15 minutes; the station sits next to the exhibition centre.

    Train

    Estimated costFrom EUR 2 per single journey
    Best forRENFE lines C1 and C2 to Barakaldo station, then a short connection to BEC

    Train tickets from Barakaldo to the Bilbao Exhibition Centre start at EUR 2 and the quickest trip takes about 1 minute.

    Bus

    Estimated costStandard single fare around EUR 1.35-1.70 (labeled estimate)
    Best forBizkaibus line 3136 from Bilbao (Bilbao-Cruces-Barakaldo); KBus urban line from Barakaldo

    Both routes stop at the venue; allow extra time on show mornings.

    Airport bus

    Estimated costAirport bus plus metro single fares combined around EUR 3-4 (labeled estimate)
    Best forAirport bus A3247 to Moyua Plaza, then Metro Line 2 to Ansio station

    Take the airport bus for two stops to Moyua Plaza, change to the metro and ride seven stops to Ansio.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forBilbao Airport (Loiu) (BIO) to Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC)

    20–25 min off-peak; The main gateway for Barakaldo and the Bilbao Exhibition Centre, with direct services from Madrid, Barcelona, London, Frankfurt, Munich, Paris, Amsterdam and Brussels. Bizkaibus A3247 links the terminal to Bilbao Intermodal and Moyúa in about 25 minutes, where

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forVitoria-Gasteiz Airport (Foronda) (VIT) to Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC)

    55–70 min; Small Basque airport roughly an hour east of the venue on the AP-68 and A-8 motorways, with a limited scheduled programme. Practical as a diversion when BIO seats are scarce, but plan a hire car or pre-booked transfer because public transport links to Barakaldo are ind

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forSantander Airport (Parayas) (SDR) to Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC)

    1 h 15 – 1 h 30; Cantabrian coast gateway reached by the A-8 motorway along the Bay of Biscay. Useful for visitors combining the show with a northern Spain itinerary; ALSA coaches connect Santander bus station to Bilbao in about 1 h 30 and the metro then reaches Ansio.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forBiarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ) to Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC)

    1 h 45 – 2 h; French-side Basque gateway across the border via the AP-8 and A-63 toll motorways, convenient for exhibitors and buyers touring the French and Spanish Basque industrial cluster in one trip. Cross-border car hire is available at the terminal.

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: check with organiser

    EU, EEA and Swiss nationals and travellers from visa-waiver countries do not need a visa for short business visits. Other travellers should submit a Schengen short-stay application through the Spanish consulate or its authorised centre, such as BLS Spain in India, Nepal and Sri Lanka, and carry a passport valid for at least six months beyond the stay.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    February in Barakaldo is mild and wet: average daytime highs near 13 C (55 F) and overnight lows around 7 C (45 F), with about 122 mm of rain spread over roughly 16 rainy days. The city has a temperate oceanic (Cfb) climate, heavier rain runs from October to May, and February skies are overcast or mostly cloudy about 58 percent of the time.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Spain has wide 4G and 5G mobile coverage. Business visitors can use EU roaming where it applies, buy a local prepaid SIM or an eSIM data plan, or rely on venue and city Wi-Fi hotspots during the show.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

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

    Registration

    Confirm registration and venue access with the organiser before travelling to Barakaldo.

    Arrival

    Arrive early on the first show day for orientation and security screening.

    Language

    The Basque Country uses Spanish and Basque (Euskara). BEC signage and the +INDUSTRY website are published in Spanish, Basque and English, and English is widely used in business settings.

    Business etiquette

    Personal relations in Spain tend to be more formal than in the United States but less rigid than in the past. Exchange business cards, greet with a handshake and allow time for relationship building over meals.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

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

    Flights

    Destination: BIO

    Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Barakaldo; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

    Visa

    Spain is part of the Schengen area, so a short-stay Type C visa covers business travel of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Applicants from India, Nepal and Sri Lanka lodge business applications through BLS Spain (india.blsspainvisa.com), while EU, EEA and visa-waiver nationals can travel without a visa for short business trips. Passports should be valid for at least six months beyond the planned stay.

    Estimated cost: Standard Schengen short-stay visa fee is around EUR 90 for adults plus any authorised service-centre charges; visa-waiver nationalities pay nothing.

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

    Business travellers should submit a fair invitation or registration confirmation, employer letter, travel insurance and proof of accommodation. Applications from India, Nepal and Sri Lanka are processed through BLS Spain, and the Spanish interior ministry requires sufficient means and valid documentation at the border.

    Official

    Transport

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

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Bilbao Airport (Loiu) (BIO): 20–25 min off-peak; Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport (Foronda) (VIT): 55–70 min; Santander Airport (Parayas) (SDR): 1 h 15 – 1 h 30; Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ): 1 h 45 – 2 h. Allow road or rail time to Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC); on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC): Bilbao city centre: Hotel NH Collection Villa de Bilbao; Barakaldo: Hotel NH La Avanzada; San Mames, Bilbao: BYPILLOW San Mames.

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

    Public transit: Metro Bilbao Line 2 stops at Ansio station beside the BEC north entrance. Bizkaibus line 3136 links Bilbao (Bilbao-Cruces-Barakaldo) to the venue, the KBus urban line serves Barakaldo, and RENFE lines C1 and C2 stop at Barakaldo station.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC); confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: February 2027

    Temperature: Typically 7 C to 13 C (45 F to 55 F); average daily highs sit near 13 C (55 F) and nights fall to around 7 C (45 F).

    Seasonality: Wet season runs from October to May. February averages about 122 mm of rainfall over 16 rainy days and is overcast or mostly cloudy around 58 percent of the time.

    Packing: Pack layers, a waterproof jacket and an umbrella for mild but rainy winter days; bring comfortable walking shoes for metro and venue transfers and smart-casual business wear for meetings.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Wednesday 24 February 2027 (day two)

    Day two carries the fullest programme: all six co-located industrial fairs and the conference tracks run at full intensity, every exhibitor stand is fully staffed with technical specialists rather than skeleton opening-day teams, and pre-booked stand meetings are easier to schedule than on the opening morning when badge queues and inaugurations dominate. Thursday is noticeably quieter, so if your priority is closing negotiations with senior supplier managers rather than seeing everything, day three works better.

    1

    Confirm passport validity and, if required, book a Schengen visa appointment through BLS Spain — Passports should be valid at least six months beyond the stay; business visa applications for India, Nepal and Sri Lanka run through india.blsspainvisa.com and can take weeks.

    2

    Register online for +INDUSTRY and save your badge confirmation — Free Expo Zone entry is available with prior registration on plusindustry.bilbaoexhibitioncentre.com.

    3

    Book flights to Bilbao Airport (BIO), about 13 km from BEC — Compare fares for 22-26 February 2027 and plan to land the day before the opening.

    4

    Reserve a hotel in central Bilbao, San Mames or Barakaldo — Metro Line 2 connects the city centre to Ansio station at the BEC north entrance; upscale options include Hotel NH Collection Villa de Bilbao and Hotel NH La Avanzada.

    5

    Plan the airport transfer: bus A3247 to Moyua Plaza then Metro Line 2 to Ansio — Taxis from Bilbao Airport to BEC take roughly 15 minutes; a taxi or the bus plus metro avoids parking at the venue.

    6

    Download the hall plan and browse the exhibitor directory — Use the 2025 exhibitor directory on the organiser site to shortlist the suppliers you want to meet across the six fairs.

    7

    Shortlist the Innovation Workshops and programme sessions you want to attend — Workshops are short presentations by exhibiting companies and are free with prior Expo Zone registration; no seat reservation is needed.

    8

    Request B2B meetings with target exhibitors — Contact exhibitors directly to fix meeting slots before the show and share your procurement or engineering requirements.

    9

    Check February weather and pack accordingly — Expect around 7-13 C with about 122 mm of rain over 16 rainy days; bring a waterproof jacket, umbrella and comfortable shoes.

    10

    Plan local transport around Bilbao and Barakaldo — Metro Bilbao Line 2, Bizkaibus 3136, KBus and RENFE lines C1 and C2 all serve the venue area.

    11

    Prepare documents, business cards and a meeting brief — Carry your registration QR code, ID or passport, insurance details and a printed meeting schedule.

    12

    Arrive on 22 February, collect your badge and orient yourself at BEC — Allow extra time for badge collection and security screening before the 23 February opening.

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    08:30–13:00

    Arrive at Bilbao Exhibition Centre on Metro Line 2 to Ansio, collect your badge at the BEC Atrio, then work a first orientation loop through the machine-tool, automation and robotics stands

    BEC Atrio, Hall 1 and Hall 2
    14:00–18:00

    Afternoon conference and technology sessions, then pre-booked supplier meetings on the automation and additive manufacturing stands

    BEC auditorium and Hall 3
    09:00–17:30

    Full hall day: additive manufacturing and digitalisation zones, industrial maintenance, pumps and valves, and intralogistics suppliers, with quote comparisons and live equipment demonstrations

    Halls 1–3, B2B meeting zone
    09:30–15:00

    Follow-up meetings and negotiation close-outs: confirm specifications, freight and customs arrangements for machinery purchases, and collect outstanding technical documentation before departure

    Halls 1–3 and BEC business services area

    Side trips

    2

    Bilbao city centre and the Guggenheim

    San Sebastián (Donostia)

    Networking spots

    3

    BEC Atrio and registration concourse

    The natural first-meeting point between halls — badge collection, information desks, cafés and the venue's central circulation all converge here, making it easy to meet contacts arriving on the Ansio metro.

    B2B meeting zone and hall-side catering areas

    Quieter tables next to the exhibition halls where technical conversations and contract discussions can run beyond the noise of the aisles; exhibitor hospitality stands also host scheduled buyer meetings.

    Casco Viejo pintxos circuit, Bilbao

    The standard after-show venue for informal Basque business hospitality, 20 minutes by Metro Line 2 from Ansio; small groups move between pintxos bars rather than booking a single table.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

    visa_fee

    visitor · standard

    EUR 90 / per_person

    official

    hotel_night

    visitor · budget

    EUR 65–95 / per_night

    estimate

    hotel_night

    visitor · mid_range

    EUR 100–160 / per_night

    estimate

    hotel_night

    visitor · premium

    EUR 170–280 / per_night

    estimate

    per_diem

    visitor · standard

    EUR 60–90 / per_day

    estimate

    airport_transfer

    visitor · taxi

    EUR 30–40 / per_trip

    estimate

    public_transit

    visitor · standard

    EUR 1.7–4 / per_journey

    estimate

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

    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

    You are sourcing equipment, automation, maintenance or intralogistics solutions and can travel for two to three days during 23-25 February 2027.

    Best for

    Manufacturing, procurement and engineering professionals from the sectors +INDUSTRY serves, including automotive, railway, naval, aeronautical, energy, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical and packaging, who want to compare suppliers across six co-located fairs in one trip.

    Min. budget

    $350.00

    Timeline

    4-6 weeks for flights, hotel and a Schengen visa if one is required.

    Risks

    February in Barakaldo is rainy and overcast, so plan indoor transfers and waterproof clothing.

    Schengen visa appointments can take several weeks for travellers who need one.

    Bilbao hotel rates rise around major trade fair dates.

    exhibit

    You have a European sales channel or distributor network and want direct access to buyers from the six co-located fairs.

    Best for

    Machine builders, automation and robotics suppliers, additive manufacturing firms, pumps and valves manufacturers, maintenance providers and intralogistics companies targeting Basque and wider European industrial buyers.

    Min. budget

    $2,200.00

    Timeline

    3-6 months for stand booking, design, build, freight and visa arrangements.

    Risks

    Hall allocation and preferred stand positions are taken early, so late bookings limit layout options.

    Freight and customs clearance for large demo machines can delay build-up.

    Staff travel and hotel costs peak during the show week in Bilbao and Barakaldo.

    skip

    Your target buyers are outside the sectors +INDUSTRY serves or your 2027 budget cannot cover travel and stand costs.

    Best for

    Companies with no European manufacturing sales channel or no budget for travel and stand costs; monitor organiser press releases and the exhibitor directory instead.

    Timeline

    No travel lead time needed; review organiser news and the exhibitor directory during 2027.

    Risks

    No face-to-face buyer meetings or live product demonstrations.

    Missed early visibility for the 2027 edition ahead of the next biennial cycle.

    Gallery

    Photos

    Official imagery from + Industry
    Official imagery from + Industry

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    When and where does +INDUSTRY 2027 take place?
    +INDUSTRY runs from 23 to 25 February 2027 at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC) in Barakaldo, next to Bilbao in the Basque Country, Spain.
    What exactly is +INDUSTRY?
    +INDUSTRY is a coordinated industrial event that brings together six specialised trade fairs covering advanced manufacturing and its user sectors under the slogan 'All industry, here'. The fairs are articulated together to break down sector silos and create synergies between technologies, solutions and markets.
    Which sectors and visitor industries are covered?
    Visiting sectors include manufacturers of machinery and components and assemblers from food and beverage, pharmaceutical and cosmetics, textile, automotive and auxiliary industry, railway, naval, aeronautical and defence, wind and photovoltaic energy, water supply and wastewater treatment, machine tools, process machinery and plants, steel, chemical, petrochemical, packaging, logistics and intralogistics, plastics and rubber, electronics and electricity, capital goods, real estate and engineering services.
    How do I get to the Bilbao Exhibition Centre?
    Bilbao Airport is about 13 km from BEC. Take Metro Bilbao Line 2 to Ansio station, which exits at the BEC north entrance, use Bizkaibus line 3136 from Bilbao or the KBus urban line from Barakaldo, or arrive by RENFE lines C1 and C2 at Barakaldo station.
    Is entry free for visitors?
    Free entry to the Expo Zone is available with prior registration, and the Innovation Workshops are free to attend with Expo Zone pre-registration. No seat reservation is required for the workshops.
    Do I need a visa to attend from outside the EU?
    Spain is in the Schengen area, so short business trips of up to 90 days in any 180-day period are covered by a Type C visa. Applicants from India, Nepal and Sri Lanka apply through BLS Spain, while visa-waiver and EU or EEA nationals can travel without a visa. Passports should be valid for at least six months beyond the stay.
    Who should attend +INDUSTRY?
    The fair suits manufacturing engineers, plant, maintenance and quality managers, procurement and supply chain professionals, R&D teams, business development staff and executives from the machinery, automotive, railway, naval, aeronautical, energy, water, chemical and packaging industries.

    Glossary

    1
    OEM
    Original Equipment Manufacturer - a company that builds machinery or components sold under its own brand and often integrated into larger production systems.
    2
    Additive manufacturing
    Building parts layer by layer from digital models, also known as industrial 3D printing; it is the focus of the Addit3D fair within +INDUSTRY.
    3
    Machine tool
    Powered machines such as lathes, milling, drilling and grinding equipment used to cut and shape metal parts with precision.
    4
    Intralogistics
    The movement, storage and organisation of materials inside a plant or warehouse, covering conveyors, automated guided vehicles and warehouse software.
    5
    Pumps and valves
    Fluid-handling equipment that moves and controls liquids and gases in process plants, the subject of the Pumps&Valves fair.
    6
    Predictive maintenance
    Servicing equipment based on sensor data and condition monitoring so that failures are spotted and fixed before they stop production.
    7
    Industry 4.0
    The digitalisation of manufacturing through connected machines, sensors, data analytics and automation across the production chain.
    8
    Shell scheme
    A ready-built stand package with walls, carpet, fascia and basic furniture rented from the organiser instead of building a custom booth.
    9
    Raw space
    Bare floor area rented by the square metre that the exhibitor designs and builds out itself, usually with its own contractor.
    10
    B2B matchmaking
    Pre-scheduled meetings between exhibitors and buyers arranged through the organiser to maximise qualified business contacts.
    11
    Pavilion
    A grouped area of the exhibition hall dedicated to a country, region or theme, often used for joint group stands.

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