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    Dates

    12–15 Oct 2027

    City / country

    Nuremberg, Germany

    Venue

    Messe Nürnberg

    Time

    Daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

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    Notable exhibitors

    Companies exhibiting at Interlift - Int'l Trade Fair for Elevators, Components & Accessories include 2N, An Axis company, A.R.E. SRL, ABT Poliuretan San. Tic., Abtei Lift Group and Accucia Softwares Pvt Ltd. ElevatorPlus.

    • 2N, An Axis company
    • A.R.E. SRL
    • ABT Poliuretan San. Tic.
    • Abtei Lift Group
    • Accucia Softwares Pvt Ltd. ElevatorPlus

    Event overview

    Overview

    Interlift 2027 is the leading international trade fair for elevator technology, bringing together experts, manufacturers, and suppliers from around the world.

    The event will showcase the latest innovations and products in lift systems, components, control systems, and safety solutions.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Scale And Positioning: Interlift runs October 12-15, 2027 at Messe Nürnberg as the lift industry's leading international trade fair.
    2. 2Buyer Authority: More than 25,000 trade visitors attended the previous edition, covering elevator manufacturers, installers and building operators.
    3. 3Exhibitor Base: Over 500 exhibitors are expected, showing lift systems, components, drives, controls and safety technology.
    4. 4Product Scope: The fair covers elevators, escalators, components, accessories, control systems and maintenance services across the vertical transport chain.
    5. 5Venue And Logistics: Four show days at Messe Nürnberg, organised by AFAG Messen und Ausstellungen GmbH and VFA-Interlift e.V., with Nuremberg air and rail access.

    Why visit

    Visitors will gain insights into the latest innovations in elevator technology, network with industry leaders, and explore a wide range of products and services. Buyer Authority: More than 25,000 trade visitors attended the previous edition, covering elevator manufacturers, installers and building operators. Venue And Logistics: Four show days at Messe Nürnberg, organised by AFAG Messen und Ausstellungen GmbH and VFA-Interlift e.V., with Nuremberg air and rail access.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors will have the chance to showcase their products to a global audience, connect with potential clients, and strengthen their market presence. Over 500 exhibitors are expected to participate. Interlift is recognized as the world's leading trade fair for the lift industry. Interlift serves as a crucial platform for the elevator industry, facilitating networking and showcasing technological advancements. It attracts a diverse international audience, making it essential.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Elevator manufacturers and suppliers
    Building contractors and architects
    Facility managers and maintenance professionals
    Safety and compliance officers
    Industry consultants and analysts
    Government and regulatory representatives

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Elevator system manufacturers
    Component suppliers
    Safety solution providers
    Control system developers
    Service and maintenance companies
    Consultants in elevator technology

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Elevator systems and components
    Control systems and safety solutions
    Maintenance tools and services
    Elevator installation equipment
    Smart elevator technologies
    Sustainability solutions in elevator design

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

    Halls & areas

    6
    133A3C44A

    Messe Nürnberg

    Messezentrum 1, 90471 Nuremberg, Germany

    Entrances & gates

    Main Entrance

    Hall 1

    Facilities

    Food options

    Cafeteria

    On-site dining

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    Daily from9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
    Register

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    AFAG Messen und Ausstellungen GmbH

    VFA-Interlift e.V.

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Current edition

    2025 · 25,000 visitors · 500 exhibitors

    Forecast — not final

    Visitors

    25,000

    Floor area (sqm)

    50,000

    Edition #

    1

    Next edition outlook

    2027-10-12 – 2027-10-15

    The next edition of interlift will take place in Nuremberg.

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    The 2025 edition brought together 25,000+ visitors at Messe Nürnberg. Interlift 2027 is the leading international trade fair for elevator technology, bringing together experts, manufacturers, and suppliers from around the world. The event will showcase the latest innovations and products in lift systems, components, control systems, and safety solutions. Interlift serves as a crucial platform for the elevator industry, facilitating networking and showcasing technological advancements.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Elevator manufacturers and suppliers, Building contractors and architects, Facility managers and maintenance professionals, Safety and compliance officers. Interlift 2027 will be held from October 12-15, 2027. The event will take place at Messe Nürnberg. Over 500 exhibitors are expected to participate. More than 25,000 visitors attended the last edition. Documented attendance reached 25,000+ visitors in the reference edition. Interlift - Int'l Trade Fair for Elevators, Components &.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors will have the chance to showcase their products to a global audience, connect with potential clients, and strengthen their market presence. Over 500 exhibitors are expected to participate. Interlift is recognized as the world's leading trade fair for the lift industry. Interlift serves as a crucial platform for the elevator industry, facilitating networking and showcasing technological advancements. It attracts a diverse international audience, making it essential.

    Intelligence

    Market context

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

    Europe — DACH region, Bavaria / Franconia (Nuremberg, Germany). interlift relocates from Messe Augsburg to Messe Nürnberg for 2027.

    Why it matters

    interlift is the lift industry's leading international trade fair for elevators, escalators, components and accessories, pairing a dense component-supplier floor with the VFA-Interlift industry forum and association community. The 2027 move to Messe Nürnberg — one of Europe's largest and best-connected exhibition venues — improves international access via the Munich and Frankfurt rail/air hubs and adds capacity for the drives, controls and digital-service segments that underpin European modernisation demand.

    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 lift and escalator industry event circuit

    Plan 6–12 months ahead; European/US events cluster in September–November, while Gulf and Asian fairs fall in Q1–Q2.

    interlift is the anchor European edition; the global circuit around it alternates between North American, Turkish, Gulf and Asian fairs, so planning a 12–18 month itinerary lets teams cover each major market once.

    September–November (Europe / US autumn season)

    interlift (Nuremberg, 12–15 October 2027) and the NAEC autumn convention fall close together — book flights, hotels and stand freight early.

    Q1–Q2 (Gulf / Asia season)

    Dubai and Chinese editions rotate through the first half of the year, useful for teams covering those markets outside the European peak.

    Peer events identified from industry-circuit knowledge and listing context; venues, dates and websites should be confirmed on each organiser's site before itinerary planning.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · EUR

    Arrival airports

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

    NUE

    Nuremberg Airport

    Closest airport to Messe Nürnberg.

    ~8 km

    to venue

    15–20 min

    by car

    MUC

    Munich Airport

    Major international alternative.

    ~170 km

    to venue

    1 h 45 min by ICE

    by car

    Hotel tiers

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

    Budget
    Südstadt / Langwasser and around Nürnberg Hauptbahnhof (10–20 min to the halls)

    USD 70–120 / night

    Fair-week rates rise sharply; book 4–8 weeks ahead. Hbf-area hotels give the easiest S1/U1 access to the fairground.

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    Mid-range
    Münchener Straße / Messe vicinity and the city centre (Altstadt)

    USD 120–200 / night

    Messe-area properties are walkable/short taxi rides to the halls; city-centre options trade 10–20 min of transit for evening restaurants and old-town access.

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    Premium
    City centre — Bahnhofstraße / Altstadt, direct S1/U1 or short taxi to the venue

    USD 200–350 / night

    Rates peak during trade-fair weeks and the pre-Christmas period; confirm cancellation terms when booking flexible fares.

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    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    S-Bahn S1 (Nürnberg Hbf → Nürnberg Messe)

    Estimated costEUR 3.00–3.60 single VGN ticket (fare-zone based); day/period passes cheaper for multi-day visits
    Best forHauptbahnhof to the fairground station, then a short walk to the entrance concourse

    Fastest rail option from the main station — roughly 8–12 min; trains run frequently on show days.

    U-Bahn U1 (city centre → Messe station)

    Estimated costEUR 3.00–3.60 single VGN ticket
    Best forLorenzkirche/Plärrer to Messe station on the U1 line

    Useful from Altstadt hotels; Messe station sits on the fairground edge.

    U-Bahn U2 + S1/U1 (Nuremberg Airport → venue)

    Estimated costEUR 3.00–5.00 single VGN ticket depending on zones
    Best forAirport U2 to Nürnberg Hbf, change to S1 or U1 towards Nürnberg Messe

    Total journey ~30–40 min door to door; buy a VGN ticket valid across U-Bahn, S-Bahn, tram and bus.

    Taxi (airport or city hotel → Messe Nürnberg)

    Estimated costEUR 30–40 airport-to-venue taxi estimate; EUR 18–28 from central hotels
    Best forDirect kerbside drop-off at the entrance concourse / NCC Mitte

    Taxi ranks at the airport and Hauptbahnhof; app-based ride-hailing is available in Nuremberg but supply is thinner than in larger German cities.

    ICE/IC rail (Munich or Frankfurt Airport → Nürnberg Hbf)

    Estimated costEUR 30–70 (Munich) / EUR 50–100 (Frankfurt) advance saver fares; higher on the day
    Best forLong-distance rail into Nuremberg, then S1/U1 to the fairground

    Book saver fares early for October trade-fair dates; Nürnberg Hbf connects directly to the venue by S-Bahn.

    Parking at Messe Nürnberg

    Estimated costTypically EUR 8–12 per day (confirm on-site rates on arrival)
    Best forOn-site multi-storey and surface car parks around the halls

    Pre-book if driving with stand equipment or samples; allow extra time for hall access checks on set-up days.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 70–90 (taxi estimate)
    Best forMunich Airport (MUC) to Messe Nürnberg

    Munich Airport is the main Bavarian gateway.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forNuremberg Airport (NUE) to Messe Nürnberg

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa required
    ATA Carnet: accepted

    Travellers from the UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Israel, Brazil and other visa-exempt countries can attend interlift business meetings without a visa for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

    Germany applies the ATA convention, so exhibit goods, samples and professional equipment can be imported temporarily under an ATA carnet. Confirm the exact carnet procedure and on-site customs handling with AFAG Messen und Ausstellungen and the venue before shipping.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    Mid-October in Nuremberg is cool and changeable — typical daytime highs of 13–16 °C (55–61 °F) with overnight lows of 5–7 °C (41–45 °F), and roughly 40–50 mm of rain spread over about 9–11 days. Mornings can be foggy and evenings damp, so plan for layers and a compact umbrella.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

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

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

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

    Tipping and payment

    In restaurants and cafés round up or add 5–10% and state the total when paying; taxi drivers expect a small rounding. Cards are widely accepted at hotels, the venue and larger restaurants, but cash is still common in smaller Franconian venues.

    Business etiquette

    Punctuality and formal address (Herr/Frau plus surname) are expected, with brief handshakes on arrival and little small talk before the agenda. Stand meetings at interlift are usually tightly scheduled — confirm time slots in advance.

    Sunday and evening planning

    Most shops close on Sundays; supermarkets at Nürnberg Hauptbahnhof and Nuremberg Airport stay open. Restaurant kitchens in the Altstadt often stop serving by 21:00–22:00, so book evening tables during show week.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

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

    Flights

    Destination: NUE

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

    Visa

    Nuremberg sits in Germany's Schengen area: EU/EEA citizens and visa-exempt nationals (UK, US, Canada, Japan, Australia, South Korea, Brazil and others) can attend interlift business meetings for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa. Other nationalities require a Schengen Type C short-stay business visa — adult fee EUR 90, normally decided within 15 calendar days — so apply at least 3–4 weeks before travel (up to 6 months in advance) and carry your interlift registration or invitation letter.

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

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

    Adult fee is EUR 90 (children 6–12 EUR 45; under 6 exempt). Apply at the German mission responsible for your place of residence. Carry the interlift registration confirmation, an employer letter and, for stand staff, proof of the exhibitor relationship. Maximum 90 days in any 180-day period for business visitors; passport should be valid at least 3 months beyond planned departure. In the Schengen

    Official

    Hotels

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

    Areas to stay

    City centre — Bahnhofstraße / Altstadt, direct S1/U1 or short taxi to the venue · Münchener Straße / Messe vicinity and the city centre (Altstadt) · Südstadt / Langwasser and around Nürnberg Hauptbahnhof (10–20 min to the halls)

    budget

    $70-$120 USD/night

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    mid range

    $120-$200 USD/night

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    premium

    $200-$350 USD/night

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    Transport

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

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Nuremberg Airport (NUE): 15–20 min; Munich Airport (MUC): 1 h 45 min by ICE. Allow road or rail time to Messe Nürnberg; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Messe Nürnberg: Südstadt / Langwasser and around Nürnberg Hauptbahnhof (10–20 min to the halls): ibis budget Nürnberg City Messe, B&B Hotel Nürnberg-Hauptbahnhof, A&O Hostel Nürnberg Hauptbahnhof; Münchener Straße / Messe vicinity and the city centre (Altstadt): Novotel Nürnberg am Messezentrum, Congress Hotel Mercure Nürnberg an der Messe, Holiday Inn Nürnberg City Centre; City centre — Bahnhofstraße / Altstadt, direct S1/U1 or short taxi to the venue: Le Méridien Grand Hot

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

    Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Messe Nürnberg.

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

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: October 2027

    Temperature: Typical mid-October Nuremberg range: daytime highs 13–16 °C (55–61 °F), overnight lows 5–7 °C (41–45 °F).

    Seasonality: October is a moderately wet month (about 9–11 rain days, ~40–50 mm), with autumn fog and cool, damp evenings — pack layers, a light waterproof and comfortable walking shoes for hall distances.

    Packing: October is a moderately wet month (about 9–11 rain days, ~40–50 mm), with autumn fog and cool, damp evenings — pack layers, a light waterproof and comfortable walking shoes for hall distances.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Wednesday 13 October 2027

    With a Tuesday-to-Friday run (12–15 October 2027), mid-week gives the fullest hall access and the densest meeting calendar: stand staff are fully resourced, supporting-programme sessions typically concentrate on days 2–3, and the opening-day arrivals and final-day wind-down are avoided. Visitors with only one day should target Wednesday; those needing supplier meetings plus the forum should plan Tuesday–Thursday.

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    Check passport validity and Schengen short-stay visa requirements for Germany — Confirm entry rules for your nationality well before booking; carry passport and invitation letter from the organiser if required.

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    Book flights into Nuremberg Airport or Munich/Frankfurt with onward rail to Nuremberg — Nuremberg Airport is closest to Messe Nürnberg; Munich and Frankfurt offer more long-haul connections plus direct rail links.

    9

    Reserve hotel in Nuremberg city centre or near Messe Nürnberg — Per-night rates for Interlift week rise closer to the show; book a cancellable rate now.

    8

    Complete visitor registration and badge request for Interlift 2027 — Register through the official organiser site interlift.de and keep the confirmation for on-site badge printing.

    7

    Download the hall plan and exhibitor list — Use the Messe Nürnberg hall layout to plan a route across elevator, component and accessories halls.

    6

    Pre-schedule B2B meetings with targeted elevator and component suppliers — Send meeting requests in advance using the exhibitor list; note booth numbers per hall.

    4

    Shortlist conference sessions, product launches and guided tours — Build a daily agenda around the published programme so meetings and sessions do not clash.

    3

    Plan local transport: U-Bahn to Messe Nürnberg and airport transfer — Allow extra time on show mornings; keep a transit ticket option for the full four-day run.

    2

    Prepare meeting documents, requirement briefs and business cards — Bring printed spec sheets and an NDA template if supplier discussions may need one.

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    Pack business attire and layered clothing for mid-October in Nuremberg — Autumn in Nuremberg is cool with a chance of rain; add a waterproof jacket and comfortable shoes for hall walking.

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    Confirm travel documents, insurance and registration confirmation — Keep digital and printed copies of passport, visa or eTA where applicable, and health/travel insurance.

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    Arrive before opening day, collect badge and orient in the halls — Collect the badge on October 11 if possible and walk the route to priority booths before the show opens.

    Side trips

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    Bamberg (UNESCO old town)

     

     

     

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    Networking spots

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    Interlift forum / conference stage area

     

     

     

    VFA-Interlift association lounge and member stands

     

     

     

    Hall catering and B2B meeting points

     

     

     

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

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    visitor · standard day ticket

    EUR 30–50 / per day ticket

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    visa_fee

    visitor · Schengen Type C short stay (adult)

    EUR 90 / per person

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    hotel

    visitor · mid-range

    EUR 110–190 / per room per night

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    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Use this quick check to decide whether Interlift - Int'l Trade Fair for Elevators, Components & Accessories 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 (components, drives, controls, modernisation, service) aligns with the supplier floor and you can commit at least one full day, ideally two to three.

    Best for

    Buyers, specifiers, facility and asset managers, consultants and service companies scouting lift/escalator components, drives, controls and modernisation solutions.

    Min. budget

    $620.00

    Timeline

    6–10 weeks ahead for badges, hotels and flights; visa applicants should allow 4+ weeks for a Schengen appointment and decision.

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Schengen appointment slots in some markets are scarce in the autumn peak — apply early.

    2027 supporting-programme schedule and ticket pricing not yet published.

    exhibit

    You have a clear lead-generation, distributor-recruitment or product-launch goal in the European lift market and can staff the stand for all four days.

    Best for

    Component manufacturers, drive/control suppliers, door and cabin specialists and service firms seeking qualified European buyer meetings.

    Min. budget

    $2,500.00

    Timeline

    6–9 months for stand selection, freight/carnet, staff travel and pre-show marketing.

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    2027 stand pricing, hall layout and shell-scheme terms were not published in captured sources — confirm directly with AFAG.

    October trade-fair week plus Nuremberg's autumn calendar pushes hotel rates up; block rooms early.

    skip

    Budget or category fit is weak this cycle — consider a follow-up edition or a regional peer event instead.

    Best for

    Teams whose product category, region or commercial goals do not match this edition's supplier/buyer mix.

    Min. budget

    Not yet confirmed

    Timeline

    N/A

    Risks

    No major risks listed.

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