Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
The 51st Munich Adhesives and Finishing Symposium (MKVS 2026) will be held from October 26 to 28, 2026, at the Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich. This event focuses on new approaches, developments, and trends in raw materials for adhesives, processing, application, and engineering.
It serves as a vital networking forum for professionals in the adhesives, printing, and converting industries. MKVS 2026 takes place in Munich, Germany.
Venue: Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: MKVS 2026 takes place from October 26-28, 2026, at Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich, Germany.
- 2Scale and Focus: This event is a key platform for the adhesives, printing, and converting industries, showcasing innovations and trends.
- 3Organiser: The event is organised by MKVS GbR, known for its expertise in the adhesives sector.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include industry professionals, researchers, and decision-makers from the adhesives and packaging sectors.
- 5Entry: Registration is required, with early bird rates available until July 31, 2026.
Why visit
Attendees will gain insights into the latest innovations in adhesives and packaging, network with industry leaders, and participate in discussions on emerging trends. Attendees include industry professionals, researchers, and decision-makers from the adhesives and packaging sectors.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at MKVS 2026 provides companies with direct access to key decision-makers in the adhesives sector, enhances brand visibility, and offers opportunities to showcase new products and technologies to a targeted audience. Meet qualified buyers and partners including Manufacturers of adhesives and sealants, Suppliers of raw materials for adhesives, Equipment manufacturers for adhesive application. Position your offer across pressure-sensitive adhesives for packaging,.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Adhesives manufacturers and suppliers
Packaging engineers and designers
Research and development professionals
Quality assurance and control specialists
Technical sales representatives
Industry consultants and analysts
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Manufacturers of adhesives and sealants
Suppliers of raw materials for adhesives
Equipment manufacturers for adhesive application
Packaging material producers
Research institutions in adhesive technology
Consultants in adhesive and packaging solutions
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Pressure-sensitive adhesives for packaging
Hot-melt adhesives for industrial applications
Water-based adhesives for eco-friendly solutions
UV-curable adhesives for specialty applications
Adhesive formulations for flexible packaging
Coating technologies for adhesive applications
Location & Facilities
Venue
Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich
Moosacher Straße 90, 80809 Munich, Germany
Facilities
Parking
Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich in Munich typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich in Munich typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
General admission
Trust Rate (until April 30, 2026)
999General admission
Early Bird (until July 31, 2026)
1200General admission
Standard Rate (from August 1, 2026)
1500
Who runs the show
Organisers
MKVS GbR
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Munich, Germany
Why it matters
On 2026-10-26 to 2026-10-28, MKVS 2026 in Munich covering Pressure-sensitive adhesives for packaging, Hot-melt adhesives for industrial applications, Water-based adhesives for ec gives packaging buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
Industry trends
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Sustainability in procurement
What sustainability in procurement means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Automation and labour efficiency
What automation and labour efficiency means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Regional supply-chain resilience
What regional supply-chain resilience means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Hybrid engagement models
What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · EUR
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Munich Airport is the primary international gateway for the city and the default arrival point for this edition. S-Bahn lines S1 and S8 both serve the airport, and a single airport journey is roughly EUR 13-17. Allow extra time on Monday mornings and during trade-fair weeks
Approx. 30-40 km northeast of central Munich and the Am Riesenfeld hotel cluster
to venue
Approx. 35-50 min by car; approx. 40-45 min by S-Bahn S1 or S8 to the city rail corridor plus onward U-Bahn or tram
by car
Memmingen Airport
Memmingen is a small low-cost base well outside Munich, not the city's main gateway. It works only when the fare saving covers a long transfer, and connections by regional bus or train are limited outside peak hours, so check the last connection before booking an evening arrival
Approx. 110-120 km west of Munich
to venue
Approx. 1 h 20 min - 1 h 40 min by road or regional rail and bus combination; taxi transfer approx. EUR 180-230
by car
Nuremberg Airport
Nuremberg is an alternative for travellers with northern Germany routings rather than a Munich gateway. The practical option is the fast rail link from Nuremberg to Munich followed by local S-Bahn or U-Bahn to Am Riesenfeld; book saver fares ahead to keep the cost down
Approx. 160-170 km north of Munich
to venue
Approx. 1 h 45 min - 2 h by ICE/IC rail or road; a direct long-distance taxi is not economical
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich
4-star
Am Riesenfeld / north MunichUSD 150–230 / night
Approx. night band for the closest captured base to Am Riesenfeld and Olympiapark. 4-star eco-certified property, guest rating 4.4 from about 5.7K reviews; breakfast charged, free Wi-Fi, paid on-site parking, air conditioning, fitness centre, bar and restaurant, pet-friendly. Confirm the rate and cancellation terms directly with the hotel.
sourceHilton Garden Inn Munich Messe
4-star
Munich Messe / east Munich trade-fair districtApprox. night band. 4-star eco-certified hotel, guest rating 4.4 from about 755 reviews; breakfast and parking charged, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, fitness centre, bar and restaurant, pet-friendly. Positioned for the Messe grounds rather than Am Riesenfeld, so budget 25-40 minutes of transfer time.
Holiday Inn Express Munich - Olympiapark
3-star
OlympiaparkApprox. night band. 3-star hotel, guest rating 4.5; free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, parking charged, air conditioning, pet-friendly. The Google Travel capture flagged prices in this area as higher than usual for the dates, so book a flexible rate early.
DORMERO Hotel
midscale
MunichApprox. night band. Guest rating 4.2; free Wi-Fi, free parking, breakfast, air conditioning, fitness centre, bar, business centre, pet-friendly and kid-friendly. A practical option if you arrive by car because parking is included.
Hotel Residenz Beckenlehner
midscale
MunichApprox. night band. Guest rating 4.3; free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, room service, pet-friendly, smoke-free property. Smaller property, so availability during event week is limited.
ibis budget Muenchen Ost Messe
budget
Munich East / MesseApprox. night band. Guest rating 3.8; free Wi-Fi, breakfast and parking available at a charge, air conditioning, accessible, pet-friendly, smoke-free. Best suited to cost-focused attendees who accept a longer transfer to the north of the city.
MEININGER Hotel Munchen Olympiapark
budget
OlympiaparkApprox. night band, the lowest captured in the Olympiapark cluster. Guest rating 3.7; breakfast and parking charged, free Wi-Fi, bar, pet-friendly and kid-friendly, smoke-free property. Rooms are simple, so it suits a short show stay rather than a long one.
ibis budget Muenchen City Olympiapark
budget
OlympiaparkApprox. night band. Guest rating 3.9; breakfast and parking charged, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bar, accessible and pet-friendly. Olympic park location keeps the commute short while staying in the budget tier.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
S-Bahn (airport to city)
Estimated costEUR 10-22 airport or regional rail single journey
Best forMunich Airport (MUC) to Munich city rail corridor via S1 or S8, then onward to Am Riesenfeld / Olympiapark
Both S1 and S8 serve the airport, taking roughly 40-45 minutes to the central station corridor. Validate the ticket before boarding and keep it until you exit.
U-Bahn / tram / bus
Estimated costApprox. EUR 3.50-4.50 single inner-zone journey; day tickets lower the per-trip cost
Best forCentral Munich to Am Riesenfeld and Olympiapark (Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich and the Olympiapark hotel cluster)
One MVV zone-based ticket covers U-Bahn, tram, bus and S-Bahn within the chosen zones. Moovit lists bus and tram connections to Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich.
Taxi
Estimated costApprox. EUR 70-90 metered fare, 35-50 min depending on traffic
Best forMunich Airport (MUC) to Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich
Taxis wait at the terminal ranks and the trip uses the Mittlerer Ring, which slows sharply at commuter peaks. Confirm the fare in an app or ask before departure.
Regional bus / rail
Estimated costApprox. EUR 15-25 single by regional bus or rail combination
Best forMemmingen Airport (FMM) to Munich
Memmingen is roughly 110-120 km west of Munich with limited connections outside peak hours. Check the last service before booking an evening arrival.
Taxi
Estimated costApprox. EUR 180-230 metered fare one way, 1 h 20 min - 1 h 40 min
Best forMemmingen Airport (FMM) to Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich
Only worth considering for late arrivals when the bus and rail connections have stopped. Confirm the fare before getting in.
Long-distance rail
Estimated costApprox. EUR 35-65 single on ICE/IC; saver fares lower when booked ahead
Best forNuremberg Airport (NUE) via Nuremberg main station to Munich central station
Rail is the practical option for a Nuremberg arrival because the road transfer is over 160 km. Allow time for the airport to main station link in Nuremberg before the fast train to Munich.
Taxi
Estimated costApprox. EUR 250-330 long-distance metered fare one way
Best forNuremberg Airport (NUE) to Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich
Not economical compared with the rail option; listed only so you can reject it on price rather than guess.
Parking
Estimated costApprox. EUR 20-30 per day at central Munich garages; hotel parking charged separately at Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich
Best forCity garages and hotel parking around Am Riesenfeld and Olympiapark
Street parking around Olympiapark is limited and time-restricted. Park-and-Ride sites at outer S-Bahn and U-Bahn stations combine a small daily charge with a metro ticket.
Weather
Late October in Munich is cool autumn: afternoon highs near 10-13 °C, early-morning lows around 4-7 °C, and a realistic chance of short rain showers or drizzle on most days of the week, with fog possible around the Isar valley at the start of the day. Halls and session rooms are heated, so layers you can remove work better than one heavy coat. Carry a compact umbrella and a waterproof outer layer for the walk and tram ride between hotel and venue.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Germany follows EU roaming rules, so SIMs issued in other EU countries keep working at domestic rates; visitors from outside the EU should price an eSIM or a German prepaid SIM before departure. Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich and the other captured hotels list free Wi-Fi, while hall and session-room networks usually need a code from the organiser. 4G and 5G coverage is good across Munich and around Olympiapark, but signal weakens in basement halls and crowded foyers, so download the schedule and your tickets offline. German sockets take two round pins (Type F, 230 V), so bring an adapter and a power bank for long days.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Sunday closing
Most shops in Munich close on Sundays. Buy pharmacy items, SIM credit and any essentials on Saturday, or use the longer-hours shops at Munich Airport and the central station.
Cash still matters
Cards are widely accepted in hotels and larger restaurants, but some bakeries, kiosks and traditional beer halls prefer cash. Carry a small amount of euro notes for small purchases and tram-machine tickets.
Tipping
Restaurant bills usually already include service. The local habit is to round up by roughly 5 to 10 percent and state the total you want to pay when handing over the card or cash.
Punctuality and quiet hours
Sessions, trains and appointments start on time. Munich observes Sunday and night quiet hours in residential districts, so keep phone calls indoors and voices low in hotel corridors late at night.
Transport etiquette
Stand on the right of escalators, let passengers off before boarding, and validate your MVV ticket before the journey. Inspectors do check, and an unvalidated ticket is treated as no ticket.
Business language
German is the working language of the city, but most trade visitors and exhibitors switch to English easily. Opening with a short German greeting and a handshake is appreciated, and business cards are still exchanged at meetings.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: MUC
Munich Airport (MUC) is the default arrival point, with S-Bahn S1 and S8 running into the city in about 40-45 minutes. A direct London St Pancras to Munich rail routing appeared in the capture and can replace a short-haul flight. Google Flights flagged New York and London departures as high-priced for the dates searched, while Dubai, Tokyo, Singapore and Sydney departures were rated typical, and live fares were still loading at capture time. Set a fare alert, book early, and benchmark one-stop routings through Gulf hubs for long-haul trips. Check Memmingen (FMM) only when the saving covers the 110-120 km transfer, and remember that October is a busy trade-fair month in Munich, so late bookings cost more.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Munich Airport (MUC): Approx. 35-50 min by car; approx. 40-45 min by S-Bahn S1 or S8 to the city rail corridor plus onward U-Bahn or tram; Memmingen Airport (FMM): Approx. 1 h 20 min - 1 h 40 min by road or regional rail and bus combination; taxi transfer approx. EUR 180-230; Nuremberg Airport (NUE): Approx. 1 h 45 min - 2 h by ICE/IC rail or road; a direct long-distance taxi is not economical. Allow road or rail time to Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich; on-site parking is usually a
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich: Am Riesenfeld / north Munich: Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich; Munich Messe / east Munich trade-fair district: Hilton Garden Inn Munich Messe; Olympiapark: Holiday Inn Express Munich - Olympiapark.
Ride-hail: FreeNow is the established Munich taxi app and Uber also operates in the city; check whether other providers are active in Munich before relying on them, and note that availability thins outside the centre late at night. Metered taxis wait at Munich Airport, the central station and major hotel ranks. Estimate roughly EUR 70-90 for Munich Airport to Am Riesenfeld and roughly EUR 15-25 for inner-city trips, and confirm the fare in the app before you ride. At commuter peaks the Mittlerer Ring can add 20 minutes or more, so the S-Bahn is faster for airport runs.
Public transit: Munich's network is sold through the MVV alliance: S-Bahn suburban lines, U-Bahn metro, trams and buses share one zone-based ticket, so a single purchase covers a mixed journey. From Munich Airport (MUC) take S1 or S8 into the city rail corridor in about 40-45 minutes, then continue by U-Bahn or tram toward Am Riesenfeld and Olympiapark; Moovit lists the bus and tram links to Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich. An airport single journey is roughly EUR 13-17, inner-city singles roughly EUR 3.50-4.50, and day tickets cut the per-trip cost if you make more than two journeys. Validate or activate the ticket before boarding and keep it until you leave the last vehicle.
Parking: Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich charges for on-site parking, and the other captured hotels either charge or advertise free parking, so ask for the current daily rate when you book. Around Olympiapark and Am Riesenfeld street parking is limited and time-restricted, which makes a garage the safer bet if you drive to sessions. Munich also runs Park-and-Ride sites at outer S-Bahn and U-Bahn stations, pairing a modest daily charge with a metro ticket into the centre. Confirm whether the venue itself offers visitor parking once the address is published on mkvs.de.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: Late October 2026
Temperature: Approx. 4-13 °C across the show week: afternoon highs usually near 10-13 °C and early-morning lows around 4-7 °C, with a sharp drop after sunset and possible fog at the start of the day.
Seasonality: Late October sits in one of Munich's wetter autumn stretches, so expect short showers or drizzle spread across several days rather than one long downpour. Mornings can be foggy around the Isar valley, and daylight fades early, so plan evening returns with a warm, dry layer.
Packing: Pack a waterproof outer layer with a hood, a compact umbrella, layerable knitwear, and broken-in shoes for tram stops and hall walking. Add gloves or a scarf for evening returns, a warm layer for air-conditioned session rooms, a power bank for long days and a Type F (Schuko) plug adapter for German sockets.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at MKVS 2026 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 14
lock in the ticket tier that is live now. The captured table shows the Trust Rate at EUR 999 ending 30 April 2026, the Early Bird at EUR 1,200 ending 31 July 2026 and the Standard Rate at EUR 1,500 from 1 August 2026.
Day 12
book a hotel in Am Riesenfeld or Olympiapark so the daily commute stays short. Approximate night bands are USD 60-110 budget, USD 95-165 midscale and USD 130-230 for 4-star properties, and event weeks tighten availability.
Day 10
check passport validity and, if you need a Schengen short-stay visa, confirm your appointment date falls before your flight to Germany.
Day 9
book the flight into Munich Airport (MUC) rather than Memmingen (FMM) unless the fare gap is large, because MUC has the direct S1 and S8 suburban rail link into the city.
Day 7
set up contactless payment or the MVV app for Munich transport. Airport single journeys are roughly EUR 13-17 and inner-city singles roughly EUR 3.50-4.50, and tickets must be validated before boarding.
Day 5
open https://mkvs.de/schedule and shortlist the sessions you want, noting room names and start times so you can group them by hall and avoid crossing the venue repeatedly.
Day 4
pack for roughly 4-13 °C in late October with a real chance of showers: waterproof outer layer, layerable knitwear, comfortable shoes for tram and hall walking, and a warm layer for late returns.
Day 3
sort connectivity. EU SIMs roam at domestic rates in Germany, non-EU visitors should price an eSIM, and hotel Wi-Fi is listed as free at the captured properties while hall Wi-Fi usually needs an organiser code.
Day 2
screenshot your registration confirmation, the organiser contact and your hotel address in German so a taxi driver can read it without a language detour from the airport or station.
Day 1
arrive with a buffer, walk the route from hotel to venue once in daylight, and keep the evening before your first session day free so a delayed flight does not cost you the opening sessions.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2MKVS 2026 registration concourse
Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights€190.00
- Per diem × 2€150.00
Estimated total€340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
visitor_ticket
visitor · General admission
EUR 999 / per person
organiser_published
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| visitor_ticket | visitor | General admission | EUR 999 / per person | organiser_published |
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether MKVS 2026 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For MKVS 2026, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Pressure-sensitive adhesives for packaging and Hot-melt adhesives for industrial solutions and benchmarking suppliers at MKVS 2026 in Munich.
Min. budget
$1,950.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Pressure-sensitive adhesives for packaging and Hot-melt adhesives for industrial products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$8,775.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Munich show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Glossary
- Trust Rate
- The lowest advertised ticket tier for the October 2026 edition, priced at EUR 999 per person and available until 30 April 2026 according to the captured price table.
- Early Bird rate
- The second ticket tier, EUR 1,200 per person, running until 31 July 2026 before the standard price applies.
- Standard Rate
- The full ticket price of EUR 1,500 per person from 1 August 2026 onward; the tier that applies to anyone booking in the final weeks before the show.
- Registration confirmation
- The email or account record the organiser issues after a completed ticket purchase. It shows your tier and is the document to bring or screenshot for badge collection in Munich.
- MVV
- The Munich transport alliance that sells one zone-based ticket across S-Bahn suburban trains, U-Bahn metro lines, trams and buses, so a single ticket covers a mixed journey.
- S-Bahn S1 and S8
- The two Munich suburban rail lines that link Munich Airport (MUC) with the city rail corridor. Both are usable for an airport arrival and take roughly 40 to 45 minutes to the central station area.
- MUC
- The IATA code for Munich Airport, the city's main international gateway and the default arrival point for visitors flying to the October 2026 edition.
- FMM
- The IATA code for Memmingen Airport, a smaller low-cost base roughly 110 to 120 km west of Munich. Useful only when the fare saving covers the longer transfer.
- Am Riesenfeld
- The north Munich district beside Olympiapark where the captured hotel cluster sits (Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich and neighbouring Olympiapark properties); the practical hotel anchor for this edition.
- Schengen short-stay visa
- The Type C visa most non-EU business visitors need for a trip of up to 90 days inside the Schengen area, which includes Germany. Apply at the German mission in your country of residence well before October 2026.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Munich Adhesives Symposium
- Adhesives trade show Germany
- Adhesives conference Munich
- Klebstoff Symposium 2026
- MKVS 2026 Munich
- MKVS Munich 2026
- Munich Germany
- Trade Show Munich 2026
- Printing
- Converting
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