Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
The Non-Ferrous Metals Russia & CIS 2026 forum is a premier platform for industry leaders to discuss mining, construction, and modernization in the non-ferrous metals sector.
Taking place at the luxurious Balchug Kempinski in Moscow, this event will feature over 200 senior executives, including CEOs and technical directors, who will share insights and strategies for navigating the industry's challenges.
Non-Ferrous Metals Russia & CIS 2026 takes place in Moscow, Russia.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: Non-Ferrous Metals Russia & CIS 2026 takes place on 25-26 November 2026 at Balchug Kempinski, Moscow.
- 2Scale and Focus: The event gathers over 200 executives from the non-ferrous metals industry, focusing on mining, construction, and modernization.
- 3Organiser: Hosted by Vostock Capital, with registration available on their official website.
- 4Networking Opportunities: The forum offers two days of networking, discussions, and presentations on key industry challenges.
Why visit
Gain insights from industry leaders and experts on the latest trends and challenges in non-ferrous metallurgy. Attendees include CEOs, technical directors, and government representatives from the non-ferrous metallurgy sector. Networking Opportunities: The forum offers two days of networking, discussions, and presentations on key industry.
Why exhibit
Exhibit at Non-Ferrous Metals 2026 if your equipment, technology or service helps Russian and CIS producers improve recoveries, lower emissions or debottleneck smelting and refining operations.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Procurement and supply-chain directors at mining, smelting and refining companies
Chief engineers, technical directors and plant managers
Metallurgists and process engineers working in beneficiation, pyrometallurgy and hydrometallurgy
Refinery and casting operations supervisors
Traders, buyers and analysts covering copper, nickel, aluminium, zinc, lead and PGM markets
EPC contractors and project engineers specifying metallurgical equipment
Government and regulatory representatives focused on industrial and environmental policy
Investors and financial analysts tracking Russian and CIS metals assets
Equipment, reagent and service suppliers scouting partners and agents
Laboratory, assay and process-control specialists
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Producers and processors of aluminium, copper, nickel, zinc, lead, tin and PGMs
Beneficiation, flotation and ore-sorting equipment suppliers
Pyrometallurgical furnace, converter and smelting technology providers
Hydrometallurgy, SX-EW, leaching and electrowinning solution providers
Electrorefining, casting and metal finishing equipment makers
Refractory, reagent, flux and consumable suppliers
Gas cleaning, dust collection and environmental monitoring firms
Laboratory, assay, weighing and process-control instrumentation suppliers
Scrap processing and secondary-metals recycling companies
Engineering, EPC and project-consulting firms serving metallurgical plants
Trading, logistics and financial-hedging services for non-ferrous metals
Software and automation providers for plant operations and energy management
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Copper, nickel, aluminium, zinc, lead and tin production technology
Ore beneficiation, flotation, gravity separation and ore sorting
Pyrometallurgical smelting, converting and refining systems
Hydrometallurgical leaching, solvent extraction and electrowinning (SX-EW)
Electrorefining, anode preparation and cathode handling
Continuous casting, billet, slab and wire rod production
Precious-metals and PGM recovery and refining
Refractories, fluxes, reagents and furnace consumables
Gas cleaning, dust collection, acid recovery and environmental control
Scrap processing, secondary metals and recycling technology
Laboratory analysis, assay, sampling and process control
Plant automation, energy management and digital monitoring
Location & Facilities
Venue
Balchug Kempinski
Ul. Balchug 1, Moscow, Russia
Facilities
Parking
Balchug Kempinski in Moscow 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: Balchug Kempinski in Moscow 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 Balchug Kempinski for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Who runs the show
Organisers
Vostock Capital
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Moscow, Russia
Why it matters
Gain insights from industry leaders and experts on the latest trends and challenges in non-ferrous metallurgy. Attendees include CEOs, technical directors, and government representatives from the non-ferrous metallurgy sector.
Industry trends
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Sustainability in procurement
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Automation and labour efficiency
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Regional supply-chain resilience
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Hybrid engagement models
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · USD
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Hotel Baltschug Kempinski Moscow
luxury
Balchug / Zamoskvorechye, central Moscow5-star landmark property on Balchug Island directly hosting the event; quoted as the reference point for nearby hotel results.
Balchug Viewpoint Hotel
4-star
Balchug area, near the venueClosest rated alternative for delegates who want to walk to the venue.
Barin Residence Centre
4-star
Central Moscow, near BalchugApartment-style residence with free parking, useful for longer stays.
SADU Hotel Moscow, a member of Radisson Individuals
3-star
Moscow city centreMid-tier chain-affiliated option within walking or short taxi range of the fair.
Villa Kadashi Boutique Hotel
4-star boutique
Kadashi district, MoscowBoutique property with the highest guest score among the captured alternatives.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Aeroexpress train
Estimated costUSD 12-28 airport or regional rail single journey
Best forSheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to Belorussky railway station
Fastest rail option from SVO to central Moscow; from Belorussky station continue by Metro Line 2 or taxi to Balchug.
Metro
Estimated costUSD 2.50-6 single metro/light-rail journey (contactless)
Best forBelorussky station to Novokuznetskaya or Tretyakovskaya, then walk to Balchug Island
Use Line 2 to Novokuznetskaya or Lines 6/8 to Tretyakovskaya, then walk 10-15 minutes to Hotel Baltschug Kempinski Moscow.
Taxi or ride-hail
Estimated costApprox. RUB 1,800-2,800 depending on traffic and vehicle class; confirm in app before booking
Best forSheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to Balchug Kempinski
Allow extra time in peak traffic; fixed-fare airport taxi desks and ride-hailing apps are the usual options.
Taxi or ride-hail
Estimated costApprox. RUB 2,200-3,200 depending on traffic and vehicle class; confirm in app before booking
Best forDomodedovo International Airport (DME) to Balchug Kempinski
DME is further from the centre than VKO; Aeroexpress plus Metro can be cheaper but slower with luggage.
Taxi or ride-hail
Estimated costApprox. RUB 1,200-1,900 depending on traffic and vehicle class; confirm in app before booking
Best forVnukovo International Airport (VKO) to Balchug Kempinski
VKO is the closest of the three Moscow airports to the city centre, but road time still depends on traffic.
Parking
Estimated costApprox. RUB 200-400 per hour in central Moscow; confirm the venue or hotel daily rate
Best forCentral Moscow parking near Balchug and the venue hotel
Hotel parking may be limited; confirm whether your hotel includes a space and whether the venue offers delegate parking.
Weather
Late November in Moscow is cold and changeable: expect daytime temperatures near -3 C to +1 C, night frosts, overcast skies, and a mix of dry snow, wet snow or freezing rain. Daylight is short, so plan meetings and transfers in daylight where possible. Pack a warm coat, insulated layers, waterproof boots and gloves; check the forecast 48 hours before departure.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Mobile roaming in Russia depends on your home operator; the practical route for business visitors is a local Russian SIM bought on arrival with passport registration, or venue and hotel Wi-Fi for email and messaging during the two show days.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language
Russian is the main language. Hotel and venue staff may speak some English, but technical sessions and exhibitor meetings may be Russian-only. Arrange interpretation or bilingual staff for detailed commercial discussions.
Payments
Foreign-issued Visa and Mastercard may not work in Russia. Carry rubles in cash for taxis, meals and incidentals, and confirm with the organiser whether bank transfer or local payment methods are accepted for any on-site costs.
Business etiquette
Exchange business cards, use titles and company names, and allow time for relationship-building. Punctuality is expected for scheduled meetings, and a formal tone is common in first contacts with producers and officials.
Venue and dress
Business attire is appropriate. The event is hosted in a central Moscow hotel rather than a large fairground, so expect hotel-style security and lobby access rules, and keep a printed invitation or registration confirmation with you.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Google Flights captures on 2026-11-25 show limited availability on both London-Moscow and New York-Moscow routes, with one-stop itineraries via Belgrade (Air Serbia), Doha (Qatar Airways), Muscat (Oman Air), Manama (Gulf Air), Abu Dhabi and Casablanca (Royal Air Maroc). Book well ahead and check visa and transit rules for each connecting hub before ticketing.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Moscow; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Balchug Kempinski: Balchug / Zamoskvorechye, central Moscow: Hotel Baltschug Kempinski Moscow; Balchug area, near the venue: Balchug Viewpoint Hotel; Central Moscow, near Balchug: Barin Residence Centre.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Moscow; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Moscow Metro is the most reliable way to reach Balchug: take Line 2 to Novokuznetskaya or Lines 6/8 to Tretyakovskaya, then walk 10-15 minutes to Hotel Baltschug Kempinski Moscow. From SVO, Aeroexpress to Belorussky station connects to Line 2. Buy a Troika card or contactless ticket; confirm live fares and service changes before travel.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Balchug Kempinski; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: November 2026
Temperature: Approx. -6 C to +1 C typical late-November range; confirm forecast before travel
Seasonality: Moscow sits at the autumn-winter boundary in late November. Snow cover is not guaranteed, but snow showers, icy pavements and wet-snow precipitation are common, and daylight is short. The indoor hotel venue reduces weather exposure, but allow extra transfer time during snowfall.
Packing: Approx. -6 C to +1 C typical late-November range; confirm forecast before travel Moscow sits at the autumn-winter boundary in late November. Snow cover is not guaranteed, but snow showers, icy pavements and wet-snow precipitation are common, and daylight is short. The indoor hotel venue reduces weat
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Non-Ferrous Metals Russia & CIS 2026 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Confirm your delegate registration for Non-Ferrous Metals 2026 on nonferrousmetals.ru and check whether the organiser requires a trade or industry credential.
T-2
Verify the Russian visa or e-visa route for your nationality with the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs or your local consulate, and request any invitation letter from the organiser well before the 14-day window.
T-3
Book flights to Moscow, comparing SVO, DME and VKO, and allow extra time for immigration and transfer to Balchug.
T-4
Reserve a hotel in Balchug, Zamoskvorechye or the city centre; the venue hotel is Hotel Baltschug Kempinski Moscow, and nearby options fill for late-November dates.
T-5
Download the programme from nonferrousmetals.ru/schedule and mark sessions on beneficiation, smelting, refining and market outlook that match your plant or portfolio.
T-6
Request the delegate list or meeting app from the organiser if available, and pre-book 3-5 target meetings rather than relying on aisle encounters.
T-7
Prepare a one-page company profile and your buying remit in English and Russian, including tonnage, feed types or equipment specifications you can discuss.
T-8
Check whether your bank cards will work in Russia; carry enough cash in rubles for taxis, meals and incidentals, and confirm mobile roaming or a local SIM plan.
T-9
Arrange an airport transfer or download a local ride-hailing app; Aeroexpress plus Metro is the lower-cost option from SVO.
T-10
Pack insulated business attire, waterproof footwear and a warm coat; late November in Moscow can bring snow, ice and sub-zero temperatures.
T-11
Save digital copies of your passport, visa, insurance and hotel booking, and keep a printed copy in your bag for immigration or hotel check-in.
T-12
Confirm the venue entrance and badge collection time with the organiser; the hotel format may have different security screening from a large fairground.
T-13
Draft follow-up templates for exhibitors and speakers you plan to meet, referencing specific equipment or process topics rather than generic requests.
T-14
Check your return flight and leave buffer time for Moscow traffic on the way to the airport, especially if departing on 26 or 27 November.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Balchug Kempinski
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Non-Ferrous Metals Russia & CIS 2026 registration concourse
Balchug Kempinski
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Balchug Kempinski
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
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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.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Non-Ferrous Metals Russia & CIS 2026 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Non-Ferrous Metals Russia & CIS 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 Mining equipment and machinery and Metallurgical processing technologies solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Non-Ferrous Metals Russia & CIS 2026 in Moscow.
Min. budget
$450.00
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 Mining equipment and machinery and Metallurgical processing technologies products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
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 Moscow show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
What is Non-Ferrous Metals 2026?
Non-Ferrous Metals 2026 is a Moscow industry event for the non-ferrous metallurgy value chain, scheduled for 25-26 November 2026 at Hotel Baltschug Kempinski Moscow. It combines a technical and market programme with an exhibition and meeting format for producers, processors, equipment suppliers and traders. Confirm the final format and exhibitor list on nonferrousmetals.ru.
When and where does the event take place?
The listed dates are 25-26 November 2026 in Moscow, Russia, at Hotel Baltschug Kempinski Moscow on Balchug Island in the city centre. Check the organiser site for any last-minute venue or access changes before travelling.
Who should attend Non-Ferrous Metals 2026?
The event is aimed at non-ferrous metallurgy professionals: smelter and refinery managers, metallurgists, process engineers, procurement and supply-chain leads, traders, EPC contractors, equipment and reagent suppliers, analysts and regulators. Visitors who work in aluminium, copper, nickel, zinc, lead, tin, PGM or secondary metals will find the most relevant content.
Is the event open to trade visitors only?
It is positioned as a B2B industry event for non-ferrous metallurgy. Confirm visitor eligibility, badge policy and any trade-only restrictions with the organiser before booking travel, especially if you are attending as a student, journalist or service provider.
How do I register for Non-Ferrous Metals 2026?
Start with the official organiser site nonferrousmetals.ru and follow the registration or delegate application route. The organiser can confirm current delegate fees, required company details, badge collection times and whether any sessions require separate sign-up.
What topics will the programme cover?
The programme is expected to address non-ferrous production and processing themes such as beneficiation, pyrometallurgy, hydrometallurgy, electrorefining, casting, precious-metals recovery, environmental control and metals markets. Check the schedule page on nonferrousmetals.ru for confirmed sessions and speakers.
Will sessions be in Russian or English?
Russian is the host language, and some sessions or meetings may be Russian-only. Confirm with the organiser whether English interpretation or bilingual materials are provided, and arrange your own interpreter if you need detailed technical discussions.
Which Moscow airport should I fly into?
Sheremetyevo (SVO), Domodedovo (DME) and Vnukovo (VKO) all serve Moscow. SVO appears in the captured flight searches for this event and has Aeroexpress rail service to Belorussky station; DME and VKO also connect by Aeroexpress to other central rail stations. Compare transfer time, fare and flight schedule before booking.
Where should I stay near the venue?
The venue hotel is Hotel Baltschug Kempinski Moscow, and several other hotels are within walking or short taxi range in Balchug, Zamoskvorechye and the city centre. Book early for late-November dates and confirm cancellation terms, parking and airport transfer arrangements directly with the property.
Do I need a visa to attend?
Most foreign visitors need a Russian visa unless their nationality is visa-exempt. Russia also operates an e-visa scheme for eligible countries. Check the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs or your nearest consulate for the current rules, and ask the organiser whether an invitation letter is available for your visa category.
Can my company exhibit or sponsor?
Exhibiting and sponsorship are handled by the organiser. Use the contact details on nonferrousmetals.ru to request the current exhibition pack, stand options, sponsorship packages and technical rules for the hotel venue. Confirm what is included in any package before signing.
What is the weather like in Moscow in late November?
Late November is cold and changeable, with temperatures often around -6 C to +1 C, night frosts, overcast skies and a mix of dry snow, wet snow or freezing rain. Daylight is short, so pack insulated layers, a warm coat, gloves and waterproof footwear, and check the forecast before departure.
Glossary
- Non-ferrous metals
- Metals other than iron and steel, including aluminium, copper, nickel, zinc, lead, tin and precious metals. At this event the term usually covers primary production, refining, alloying and recycling.
- Concentrate
- An upgraded ore product from beneficiation that is fed to smelters or hydrometallurgical plants. Concentrate grade and impurity profile are central to smelter contract discussions.
- Beneficiation
- Physical and chemical processing that raises the metal content of ore before smelting or leaching. Common methods include crushing, grinding, flotation, gravity separation and magnetic separation.
- Pyrometallurgy
- High-temperature processing such as roasting, smelting, converting and fire refining. Furnace design, refractory life and off-gas handling are recurring themes at non-ferrous plants.
- Hydrometallurgy
- Aqueous processing routes including leaching, solvent extraction, ion exchange and electrowinning. They are used for oxide ores, laterites, tailings retreatment and by-product recovery.
- Matte
- A molten sulfide intermediate produced during smelting that contains target metals such as copper or nickel. Converting matte is a key step before anode production.
- Electrorefining
- Electrolytic purification of an impure anode into a high-purity cathode. It is widely used for copper, nickel and other non-ferrous metals where purity matters to downstream users.
- Cathode
- A high-purity metal plate produced by electrorefining or electrowinning, commonly traded as copper cathode or nickel cathode. Cathode quality affects rod, wire and alloy production.
- SX-EW
- Solvent extraction followed by electrowinning, a hydrometallurgical route for recovering copper, nickel, cobalt and other metals from leach solutions. It is often paired with heap or tank leaching.
- PGM
- Platinum group metals, including platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium and osmium. They are recovered as main products or by-products from nickel-copper and platinum-group deposits.
- Tolling
- A processing arrangement in which a plant treats another party's concentrate or feed for a fee. Tolling terms depend on feed grade, impurities, recovery and energy costs.
- LME
- The London Metal Exchange, a reference market for pricing and hedging non-ferrous metals such as copper, aluminium, nickel, zinc and lead. Its benchmarks feed into physical contracts worldwide.
- Refractory
- Heat-resistant lining material used in furnaces, converters, ladles and kilns. Refractory selection and maintenance directly affect smelter campaign life and downtime.
- Slag
- A molten oxide by-product of smelting that carries gangue and impurities. Slag chemistry is managed to protect furnace lining and, in some flowsheets, to recover residual metals.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Non-Ferrous Metals Russia 2026
- Moscow Non-Ferrous Metals Conference
- Mining and Metallurgy Russia
- CIS Non-Ferrous Metals Forum
- Non-Ferrous Metals Russia & CIS 2026 Moscow 2026
- Non 2026
- Non Moscow 2026
- Ferrous Metals Russia Moscow 2026
- CIS Moscow 2026
- Moscow Russia
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