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    Dates

    10–12 Mar 2027

    City / country

    Seoul, Korea

    Venue

    Coex

    Time

    9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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    Notable exhibitors

    Companies exhibiting at InterBattery include (유)레드, (재)울산테크노파크, (재)전북테크노파크, (재)충남테크노파크 and (재)한국기계연구원.

    • (유)레드
    • (재)울산테크노파크
    • (재)전북테크노파크
    • (재)충남테크노파크
    • (재)한국기계연구원

    Event overview

    Overview

    InterBattery is the premier business platform for the battery industry, showcasing innovations and trends in battery technology.

    The event will feature over 700 exhibitors and attract approximately 77,000 visitors, making it a key opportunity for networking and business development.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Scale: InterBattery 2027 runs March 10-12 in Seoul with more than 700 exhibiting companies from the battery industry.
    2. 2Attendance: Organisers expect around 77,000 visitors across the three show days.
    3. 3Programme Scope: The show runs alongside The Battery Conference and a series of co-located industry seminars.
    4. 4Sector Focus: Exhibits cover lithium-ion batteries and components, battery manufacturing equipment and energy storage systems.
    5. 5Venue: The event is held at Coex in Seoul, with registration and visitor updates published at interbattery.or.kr.

    Why visit

    Visitors will gain insights into cutting-edge battery technologies, network with industry leaders, and discover new business opportunities. Attendance: Organisers expect around 77,000 visitors across the three show days. Venue: The event is held at Coex in Seoul, with registration and visitor updates published at interbattery.or.kr.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibiting at InterBattery offers companies unparalleled visibility among industry professionals and potential buyers. The event will host over 700 exhibitors from the battery industry. Features include networking opportunities and innovative product showcases. InterBattery serves as a vital hub for industry professionals to explore the latest advancements in battery technology and applications. It highlights the importance of sustainable energy solutions and the growing.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Battery manufacturers and suppliers
    Automotive industry professionals
    Energy storage solution providers
    Research and development specialists
    Government and regulatory representatives
    Investors and venture capitalists

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Battery technology developers
    Material suppliers for batteries
    Manufacturers of battery components
    Testing and measurement equipment providers
    Recycling and sustainability solution providers
    Automation and manufacturing technology firms

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Lithium-ion batteries and components
    Battery manufacturing equipment
    Energy storage systems
    Battery recycling technologies
    Testing and measurement devices
    Smart factory solutions

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Halls & areas

    6
    Hall AHall BHall CHall DGrand BallroomThe Platz

    Coex

    513 Yeongdong-daero, Seoul, Korea

    Entrances & gates

    Main Entrance

    Hall AHall BHall CHall D

    Facilities

    Parking

    Parking details are currently unknown. Please check the venue's website for updates.

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    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    9:00 AM –6:00 PM

    • General Admission

      Free registration available until January 31.

      ₩20,000
    Register

    Ticket info

    Registration deadline

    2027-03-09

    Build-up & tear-down

    Setup starts9 Mar 2027
    Setup ends9 Mar 2027
    Teardown starts13 Mar 2027
    Teardown ends13 Mar 2027

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    COEX

    EmailCallWebsite

    What's on

    Programme

    1

    Conference

    1

    Event days

    11:00–17:00

    Typical time

    Wednesday, Mar 11, 2026

    11:00 – 17:00

    The Battery Conference

    Conference
    401, 402, 307, 308

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Current edition

    2027 · 77,000 visitors · 700 exhibitors

    Forecast — not final

    Visitors

    77,000

    Exhibitors

    700

    Floor area (sqm)

    40,000

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    Prior-edition attendance not published in captured sources; confirm on the organiser website. InterBattery is the premier business platform for the battery industry, showcasing innovations and trends in battery technology. The event will feature over 700 exhibitors and attract approximately 77,000 visitors, making it a key opportunity for networking and business development. InterBattery serves as a vital hub for industry professionals to explore the latest advancements in battery technology and applications.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Battery manufacturers and suppliers, Automotive industry professionals, Energy storage solution providers, Research and development specialists. InterBattery 2027 takes place from March 10-12 in Seoul, Korea. The event will host over 700 exhibitors from the battery industry. Expected attendance is around 77,000 visitors. Co-located with The Battery Conference and various seminars. InterBattery attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibiting at InterBattery offers companies unparalleled visibility among industry professionals and potential buyers. The event will host over 700 exhibitors from the battery industry. Features include networking opportunities and innovative product showcases. InterBattery serves as a vital hub for industry professionals to explore the latest advancements in battery technology and applications. It highlights the importance of sustainable energy solutions and the growing.

    Intelligence

    Market context

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

    Seoul, South Korea — the heart of the 'K-Battery' cluster spanning the Seoul Capital Area (Coex/Gangnam, with Samsung SDI, LG Energy Solution and SK On headquarters and R&D nearby) and the Chungcheong manufacturing belt (Cheonan, Ochang, Sejong) to the south.

    Why it matters

    Korea is one of the world's three dominant battery-manufacturing nations alongside China and Japan, and InterBattery is its anchor industry show — the annual point where LG Energy Solution, Samsung SDI, SK On, materials suppliers, equipment makers and recycling firms meet Korean OEMs and overseas buyers in one venue. Because Korean cell makers sit at the centre of Western EV and energy-storage supply chains, decisions taken at Coex in March cascade into qualification pipelines, joint ventures and sourcing contracts across Europe and North America. For visitors, the show is the most efficient single venue to benchmark Korean cell chemistry roadmaps, meet tier-2 materials and equipment vendors, and read the policy signals (IRA/AMPC, EU Battery Regulation) shaping the next investment cycle.

    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.

    Global battery and energy-storage trade-show circuit

    Lock 2–3 anchor shows per year, 6–9 months ahead: Asia in Q1, China/Europe in Q2, North America in Q4.

    InterBattery anchors the Asian Q1 window, with peers following through the year in China, Europe and North America. Most K-battery majors, materials suppliers and equipment vendors tour the same three or four shows, so a two-show-a-year strategy usually outperforms attending everything.

    February–March — Asia Q1

    InterBattery (Seoul)Battery Japan / Smart Energy Week (Tokyo)

    May–June — China and Europe

    CIBF (Shenzhen)The Battery Show Europe (Stuttgart)Ees Europe / Intersolar Europe (Munich)

    September–October — North America

    The Battery Show North America (Novi, Michigan)

    Circuit assembled from the organiser domain plus widely published sector-show calendars; confirm dates and venues on each show's official site before booking travel.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Arrival airports

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

    ICN

    Seoul

    Primary international gateway serving Seoul.

    to venue

    45–70 min

    by car

    Hotel tiers

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

    Budget
    Samseong-dong / Yeoksam / Gangnam — 5–20 min walk or one subway stop from Coex

    Per room per night, taxes included. Show-week (early March) demand lifts rates — book 8–12 weeks ahead or use a Gangnam business hotel one or two subway stops away.

    Mid-range
    Samseong-dong / Gangnam business district, walking distance to the halls

    Best balance of walkability and price for a 2–3 day show trip; serviced apartments suit small exhibiting teams staying a week or more.

    Premium
    Directly connected to or overlooking Coex (Samseong-dong)

    Fastest access for meeting-heavy schedules — you can move between stand, conference rooms 401/402/307/308 and your room without going outdoors.

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    airport_rail

    Estimated costKRW 11,000 (≈ USD 8) express; KRW 4,850 (≈ USD 4) all-stop
    Best forICN → Seoul Station on AREX Express (non-stop, ~43 min)

    Then transfer to subway Line 2/9 or take a taxi (~20–30 min) to Samseong/Coex. Trains run roughly 05:00–23:00.

    airport_bus

    Estimated costKRW 17,000–18,000 (≈ USD 12–14)
    Best forICN → Samseong / Coex area on airport limousine bus (routes 6006 / 6103 class)

    70–90 min depending on traffic; drops within a short walk of Coex. Best value if your hotel is in Samseong-dong.

    taxi

    Estimated costKRW 70,000–90,000 (≈ USD 50–65) including expressway tolls
    Best forICN → Coex (Samseong-dong)

    60–90 min off-peak, up to 2 hrs in rush hour; regular (white/orange) taxis are cheaper than black deluxe cabs.

    taxi

    Estimated costKRW 25,000–35,000 (≈ USD 18–26)
    Best forGMP (Gimpo) → Coex

    35–55 min; the quickest option if you arrive on a regional flight.

    metro

    Estimated costKRW 1,400–1,500 base fare (≈ USD 1) per trip with a T-money card
    Best forSeoul Metro Line 2 to Samseong Station, or Line 9 to Bongeunsa Station (both connected to Coex by underground passage)

    Cheapest and traffic-proof way to reach the venue; Samseong Stn exits 5/6 and Bongeunsa Stn exit 7 lead into the Coex complex.

    ride_hail

    Estimated costKRW 6,000–12,000 (≈ USD 4–9) for a typical 5–10 km trip inside Gangnam
    Best forKakao T (dominant app) / Uber inside Seoul

    Kakao T needs a Korean phone number or Kakao account; Uber works with an international account but has fewer cars. Surge pricing is limited.

    taxi

    Estimated costKRW 60,000–80,000 (taxi to COEX or KINTEX)
    Best forSeoul (ICN) to Coex

    AREX train to Seoul, then metro to the venue line.

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: accepted
    TypeWho needs itFeeProcessing
    K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization)Nationals of the ~66 visa-waiver countries (including the US, UK, most EU states, Canada, Australia, Japan and Singapore) visiting for tourism or short business meetings/trade fairs of up to 90 days.$8.00Usually approved within 72 hours; apply at least 1–2 weeks before departure.
    C-3-1 short-term visit visa (business purposes)Nationals of countries without a Korea visa-waiver agreement who are attending the show, meeting suppliers or exhibiting.$40.005–10 working days at the embassy/consulate; allow 4+ weeks including appointment and document checks.

    Citizens of the US, EU/EFTA, UK, Japan, Australia, Canada and many other countries may enter visa-free for up to 90 days, generally with a valid K-ETA. A business visitor attending meetings or a trade fair does not normally need a work permit.

    Korea accepts ATA Carnets for temporary import of exhibition goods, samples and professional equipment — arrange the Carnet through your national issuing chamber before shipping. In Korea the scheme is administered by the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI); confirm e-ATA acceptance and designate Incheon or Gimpo as the customs entry point.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    Early-to-mid March in Seoul is still late winter: daytime highs average around 8–12°C (46–54°F) with overnight lows near 0–3°C (32–37°F), and sharp day-to-night temperature swings. It is one of the drier months (roughly 40–50 mm of rain over 6–8 wet days), though spring yellow-dust episodes and occasional late cold snaps are possible — pack a warm layer, a light rain jacket and a mask if you are dust-sensitive.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Korea.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

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

    Tipping & payments

    Tipping is not customary in Korea — service charges are included in hotel and restaurant bills, and taxis simply round up. Cards (including international cards) are accepted almost everywhere in Gangnam, but keep some cash for small vendors and transit top-ups.

    Business etiquette on the show floor

    Exchange business cards with both hands and take a moment to read them; hierarchy and job titles matter, so greet the most senior person first. A short bow or a light handshake works; punctuality is expected for meetings. Korean partners often prefer an introduction before a hard sales pitch.

    Dress, dining and transport manners

    Business formal is the norm at Coex during show days. At meals, the eldest typically starts eating first, and pouring for others (never yourself) is customary. On the metro, keep phone calls short, offer priority seats to older passengers, and avoid eating on trains.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

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

    Flights

    Destination: ICN

    Book flights to ICN (Seoul) when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue.

    Visa

    Most Western, Japanese and ASEAN visitors can enter Korea visa-free for up to 90 days but must hold a valid K-ETA (approx. USD 8, applied online at k-eta.go.kr — allow at least 72 hours). Nationals without a visa-waiver agreement need a C-3-1 short-term business visa (approx. USD 40 single entry, 5–10 working days) and should apply 4+ weeks ahead. Exhibitors shipping equipment or samples should use an ATA Carnet (accepted in Korea, issued via your national chamber / KCCI). Confirm current rules on the official portal visa.go.kr before booking.

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

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

    Apply ONLY through the official portal k-eta.go.kr (KRW 10,000). Some nationalities are under temporary K-ETA exemptions — check the portal before travel. Business meetings, negotiations and attending a trade fair are permitted; paid local work is not. Multiple-entry business visas are typically around USD 90. Apply at the Korean embassy/consulate for your jurisdiction; an invitation letter from t

    Official

    Hotels

    Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

    Areas to stay

    Directly connected to or overlooking Coex (Samseong-dong) · Samseong-dong / Gangnam business district, walking distance to the halls · Samseong-dong / Yeoksam / Gangnam — 5–20 min walk or one subway stop from Coex

    budget

    mid range

    premium

    Transport

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

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Seoul (ICN): Primary international gateway serving Seoul.. Allow road or rail time to Coex; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Coex: Samseong-dong / Yeoksam / Gangnam — 5–20 min walk or one subway stop from Coex: Ibis Ambassador Seoul Gangnam, Best Western Premier Gangnam, Hotel Peyto Samseong; Samseong-dong / Gangnam business district, walking distance to the halls: Shilla Stay Samsung, Novotel Ambassador Seoul Gangnam, Aloft Seoul Gangnam; Directly connected to or overlooking Coex (Samseong-dong): InterContinental Seoul COEX (connected to the Coex complex), Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas, Par

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

    Public transit: Use local bus, tram, or metro routes serving Coex; check operator timetables.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Coex; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: March 2027

    Temperature: Daytime highs ≈ 8–12°C (46–54°F); overnight lows ≈ 0–3°C (32–37°F); occasional sub-zero mornings and late-March warm spells up to ~15°C.

    Seasonality: One of Seoul's drier months — around 40–50 mm of rain across roughly 6–8 wet days, usually light. Expect dry, windy conditions, spring yellow-dust (hwangsa) episodes and cherry blossoms arriving only in late March/early April, after the show.

    Packing: Early-to-mid March in Seoul is still late winter: daytime highs average around 8–12°C (46–54°F) with overnight lows near 0–3°C (32–37°F), and sharp day-to-night temperature swings. It is one of the drier months (roughly 40–50 mm of rain over 6–8 wet days), though spring yellow-dust episodes and occa

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Day 2 — Thursday 11 March 2027

    Session density peaks on Day 2: The Battery Conference runs 11:00–17:00 across rooms 401, 402, 307 and 308, giving a full day of technical and policy content on top of the exhibition halls, which are fully staffed by mid-show without the opening-morning crush or the final-day wind-down. Booking Day 1 as well gives the best stand coverage; Day 3 is best reserved for follow-up meetings and quotation collection.

    1

    Confirm passport validity and check Korea entry requirements for your nationality — Use official Korean immigration guidance and allow time for any visa processing before booking flights.

    2

    Register online for a visitor badge at interbattery.or.kr — Free registration closes January 31 per the official site, so register early to avoid on-site queues.

    3

    Book flights to Seoul Incheon (ICN) with arrival at least one day before the show opens — Allow buffer for immigration and baggage; the venue sits in the city at Coex.

    4

    Reserve a hotel close to Coex — Short walking or metro distance to the venue cuts daily travel time; confirm shuttle or metro access with the property.

    5

    Download the hall plan and programme from interbattery.or.kr — Map the exhibitors you must meet and note conference session times.

    6

    Request B2B meetings with target exhibitors — Use the exhibitor directory on the official site and confirm meeting slots before the floor opens.

    7

    Shortlist sessions at The Battery Conference and co-located seminars — Prioritise sessions aligned with your sourcing and technology priorities.

    8

    Plan ground transport between your hotel and Coex — Compare metro, taxi and any hotel shuttle options and budget for return trips each show day.

    9

    Prepare meeting documents and materials — Bring printed and digital copies of specifications, a notebook for booth notes and business cards.

    10

    Check the Seoul forecast for the show week and pack accordingly — March in Seoul is early spring, so pack layers alongside business attire.

    11

    Confirm badge collection details and daily opening hours — Registration FAQ on interbattery.or.kr lists daily opening from 09:00 to 18:00.

    12

    Travel to Seoul and complete badge collection before the Day 1 opening — Arrive early on the first show day for security screening and orientation.

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    08:30–10:00

    Badge collection and orientation at the Coex registration area

    Coex, Samseong-dong (main exhibition entrance)
    10:00–17:00

    Exhibition floor sweep — cells and materials first, then equipment, metrology and recycling

    Coex exhibition halls
    11:00–17:00

    The Battery Conference — technology, policy and supply-chain tracks

    Coex conference rooms 401, 402, 307, 308
    09:30–14:00

    Follow-up meetings, quotation and sample collection, partner lunch

    Coex halls and Samseong-dong business district

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

    visitor_ticket

    visitor · General Admission

    KRW 20000 / per person

    official

    visa_fee

    visitor · K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization)

    USD 8 / per application

    official

    visa_fee

    visitor · C-3-1 short-term visit visa (business purposes)

    USD 40 / per application

    official

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

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

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    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    Battery is a live part of your 2027 pipeline and you need supplier shortlists, technology benchmarking or Korean partner introductions within a 2–3 day window.

    Best for

    Buyers, engineers, R&D and investment teams that need to benchmark Korean cell makers, materials and equipment suppliers in one trip and sit in on the conference tracks.

    Min. budget

    $20,300.00

    Timeline

    1–3 days on site; book flights and Samseong-dong hotel 6–10 weeks ahead. Free pre-registration historically closes at the end of January — register early to avoid the on-site fee.

    Risks

    Estimated from ticket, hotel/per-diem and visa signals in the listing — confirm live rates.

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Show-week hotel rates in Samseong-dong/Gangnam can spike; late booking may force a commute from Yeoksam or Jamsil.

    Without a pre-booked meeting schedule, floor time can be consumed by queueing at tier-one stands.

    exhibit

    You have Korean or APAC leads to convert on the ground, a differentiated product for the K-battery supply chain, and the budget to staff a stand with Korean-speaking or Japan/Korea-experienced personnel.

    Best for

    Cell and pack makers, materials and equipment suppliers, testing/metrology firms, recycling and logistics providers selling into Korean and global battery supply chains.

    Min. budget

    $91,350.00

    Timeline

    6–12 months: space application and hall allocation, stand design and build, freight/ATA Carnet, staff travel and visa, plus marketing lead time for the pre-show directory.

    Risks

    Estimated exhibit floor budget from stand/travel cost signals — confirm booth pricing with the organiser.

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Booth space in the main battery halls is competitive and allocated early — late applicants may be placed outside the primary traffic flow.

    Shipping samples to Korea requires customs/ATA Carnet handling and a nominated forwarder; allow extra weeks for documentation.

    skip

    Battery is a marginal share of your 2027 pipeline, travel budget is already committed elsewhere, or your Korean partner network already covers the market.

    Best for

    Companies with no Korean/APAC battery pipeline this cycle, or those already represented by a distributor, agent or joint-venture partner in Korea.

    Timeline

    Not applicable — reinvest the travel budget in the follow-up cycle (post-show reports, direct supplier calls, or a regional show closer to your market).

    Risks

    Missing fast-moving K-battery procurement and product-launch cycles covered first at InterBattery.

    Competitors establishing direct supplier relationships while you rely on second-hand channel intelligence.

    Gallery

    Photos

    Official imagery from InterBattery
    Official imagery from InterBattery

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    Glossary

    1
    Battery
    A device that stores energy and provides electrical power.
    2
    Lithium-ion
    A type of rechargeable battery commonly used in portable electronics.
    3
    ESS
    Energy Storage System, used to store energy for later use.
    4
    UAM
    Urban Air Mobility, refers to air transportation systems in urban areas.
    5
    EV
    Electric Vehicle, a vehicle that is powered by electricity.
    6
    Recycling
    The process of converting waste materials into reusable materials.
    7
    Sustainability
    Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
    8
    Innovation
    The introduction of new ideas, products, or methods.

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