SaMoTer - International Earth Moving & Building Machinery 2029

Name: SaMoTer - International Earth Moving & Building Machinery 2029
Start: 2029-05-09
End: 2029-05-12
Location: Veronafiere Exhibition Centre

Event overview

Overview

SaMoTer 2029 will take place from May 9 to 12 at the Veronafiere Exhibition Centre in Verona, Italy.

This event is a key meeting point for the earth moving and building machinery sector, featuring numerous exhibitors and a comprehensive program of events.

TL;DR

1Edition Dates: SaMoTer 2029 runs 9-12 May 2029 at Veronafiere Exhibition Centre in Verona, Italy.
2Organiser: Veronafiere organises SaMoTer at its own exhibition centre in Verona.
3Sector Scope: The show centres on earth moving and building machinery equipment.
4Visitor Base: Construction professionals, equipment manufacturers, dealers, contractors and public-sector buyers attend.
5Market Access: Verona places the show within reach of the Italian and wider European construction equipment market.

Why visit

Visitors will gain access to the latest innovations in earth moving and building machinery, network with industry professionals, and participate in informative sessions and workshops. Event dates: May 9-12, 2029. Location: Veronafiere Exhibition Centre, Verona, Italy. SaMoTer 2029 will take place from May 9 to 12 at the Veronafiere Exhibition Centre in Verona, Italy. This event is a key meeting point for the earth moving and building machinery sector, featuring numerous.

Why exhibit

Exhibitors will benefit from direct access to a targeted audience of industry professionals, enhance their brand visibility, and showcase their latest products and services. Networking opportunities with industry leaders. Meet qualified buyers and partners. SaMoTer is essential for professionals in the construction machinery sector, providing insights into the latest technologies and trends. It serves as a platform for networking and collaboration among industry.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Construction industry professionals

Equipment manufacturers

Distributors and dealers

Contractors and builders

Government representatives

Academics and researchers

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Manufacturers of construction machinery

Suppliers of building materials

Service providers for construction equipment

Technology developers for construction solutions

Consultants in construction and engineering

Trade associations and industry groups

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Earth moving equipment and machinery

Construction vehicles and trucks

Concrete and cement products

Demolition and recycling equipment

Mining and quarrying machinery

Construction technology and software

Location & Facilities

Venue

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Veronafiere Exhibition Centre

Viale del Lavoro 8, 37135 Verona, Italy

Attend

Entry & tickets

General Admission
Online price
€18.00
General Admission
On-site price
€20.00
4-Day Pass
Online price
€32.00
4-Day Pass
On-site price
€40.00

Who runs the show

Organisers

Veronafiere

Website

How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Last edition

2026

Completed

This edition

2029

Next edition

Not announced yet

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

SaMoTer 2029 will take place from May 9 to 12 at the Veronafiere Exhibition Centre in Verona, Italy. This event is a key meeting point for the earth moving and building machinery sector, featuring numerous exhibitors and a comprehensive program of events. SaMoTer is essential for professionals in the construction machinery sector, providing insights into the latest technologies and trends. It serves as a platform for networking and collaboration among industry stakeholders..

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

Visitors typically include Construction industry professionals, Equipment manufacturers, Distributors and dealers, Contractors and builders. Edition Dates: SaMoTer 2029 runs 9-12 May 2029 at Veronafiere Exhibition Centre in Verona, Italy. Organiser: Veronafiere organises SaMoTer at its own exhibition centre in Verona. Sector Scope: The show centres on earth moving and building machinery equipment. Visitor Base: Construction professionals, equipment manufacturers, dealers, contractors and public-sector buyers.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Exhibitors will benefit from direct access to a targeted audience of industry professionals, enhance their brand visibility, and showcase their latest products and services. Networking opportunities with industry leaders. SaMoTer is essential for professionals in the construction machinery sector, providing insights into the latest technologies and trends. It serves as a platform for networking and collaboration among industry stakeholders. Meet qualified buyers and partners. Exhibitor categories include.

Intelligence

Market context

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

Verona, Veneto, Italy (EU) — northern Italy's Milan–Verona–Venice construction, machinery and rental corridor, close to the German and Austrian equipment markets

Why it matters

SaMoTer is Italy's leading earthmoving and building-machinery fair and one of Europe's principal triennial construction-equipment events, staged on a Veronafiere site large enough for live outdoor machine demonstrations. For suppliers it is the practical gateway to the Italian market — a large rental fleet, an active dealer/distributor structure and publicly funded infrastructure and road programmes — while for buyers it concentrates Italian and international OEMs, attachment makers and service providers in one four-day window, aligned with the bauma cycle.

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Digital buyer journeys

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

Sustainability in procurement

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

Automation and labour efficiency

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

Regional supply-chain resilience

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

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.

Comparator circuit for construction and earthmoving equipment fairs

Book major stand space 9–12 months ahead. bauma and INTERMAT consume most OEM marketing budget in their years, and SaMoTer's outdoor demo plots are allocated early.

SaMoTer sits in the triennial/biennial European construction-equipment circuit alongside bauma in Munich, which anchors the cycle, and INTERMAT in Paris, plus major overseas alternatives. Suppliers typically plan their stand and travel budgets across this circuit rather than a single show.

Triennial, spring, even years (next cycle 2028)

Bauma

Munich

Triennial, April (post-2024 cycle)

INTERMAT

Paris

Triennial, March

CONEXPO-CON/AGG

Las Vegas

Biennial, June, odd years

Hillhead

Buxton

Roughly biennial, December

Excon

Bengaluru

Cycle notes compiled from public fair calendars and the listing context; confirm exact dates with each organiser before committing budget.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · EUR

Arrival airports

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

VRN

Verona Villafranca Airport (Valerio Catullo)

Closest gateway; mainly European scheduled and charter traffic. Aerobus shuttle to Verona Porta Nuova station, then bus/taxi ~2 km to the fair.

approx. 12 km by road to Veronafiere, Viale del Lavoro

to venue

15–25 min off-peak (allow 30–35 min at peak)

by car

VCE

Venice Marco Polo Airport

Best long-haul option for the region; train from Venice Mestre/Santa Lucia to Verona Porta Nuova (about 1 h 10 min) plus a short transfer is often faster than driving.

approx. 115 km

to venue

1 h 15 min – 1 h 30 min by road

by car

BGY

Milan Bergamo Airport (Orio al Serio)

Large low-cost base with good European coverage; bus links to Verona and onward city bus/taxi to the fair.

approx. 115 km

to venue

1 h 15 min – 1 h 40 min by road

by car

BLQ

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport

Fast rail alternative: Bologna Centrale to Verona Porta Nuova in roughly 50–60 min on high-speed services.

approx. 145 km

to venue

1 h 30 min – 1 h 45 min by road

by car

MXP

Milan Malpensa Airport

Main intercontinental hub for northern Italy; Malpensa Express to Milano Centrale then high-speed train to Verona Porta Nuova (about 1 h 10 min).

approx. 200 km

to venue

2 h – 2 h 15 min by road

by car

Hotel tiers

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

Budget

Verona Porta Nuova / south of the historic centre, 1.5–3 km from the fair

Mid-range

Around Veronafiere and Verona Porta Nuova — walkable or one bus stop from the entrances

Premium

Historic centre — Piazza Bra, Corso Porta Nuova and Piazza Sant'Anastasia

Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

City bus (ATV urban lines)

Estimated costEUR 1.50–2.50 single ticket

Best forVerona Porta Nuova / city centre → Veronafiere (Viale del Lavoro)

10–20 min depending on traffic; confirm the current line and stop for your hotel. Tickets can usually be bought by contactless card or app on board.

Taxi

Estimated costEUR 12–18 taxi estimate

Best forVerona Porta Nuova station → Veronafiere Exhibition Centre

About 10 min; the route is also walkable in roughly 20–25 min along Viale del Lavoro.

Ride-hailing / taxi app

Estimated costEUR 15–25 typical short trip

Best forCity-wide, including hotel ↔ fair transfers

Uber coverage in Verona is limited; local taxi apps and radio taxis are the reliable option. Allow extra time at show opening and closing.

High-speed rail

Estimated costEUR 20–50 one way when booked ahead (Frecciarossa / Italo)

Best forMilan / Venice / Bologna → Verona Porta Nuova

Verona Porta Nuova sits on the Milan–Venice high-speed corridor; onward bus or taxi to the fair is about 2 km. Book early — show weeks sell out.

taxi

Estimated costEUR 60–80 (taxi estimate)

Best forVenice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Veronafiere Exhibition Centre

Marco Polo is the main Veneto gateway.

taxi

Estimated costEUR 80–100 (private transfer estimate)

Best forMilan Bergamo Airport (Orio al Serio) (BGY) to Veronafiere Exhibition Centre

Orio shuttle to Milano Centrale, then Metro M1.

taxi

Estimated costEUR 90–110 (metered taxi to Fiera Milano)

Best forMilan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Veronafiere Exhibition Centre

Malpensa Express train to Milano Centrale, then Metro M1 to Rho Fiera.

taxi

Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forVerona Villafranca Airport (Valerio Catullo) (VRN) to Veronafiere Exhibition Centre

Plan your trip

Visa & entry documents

Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

Visa required

ATA Carnet: accepted

Type	Who needs it	Fee	Processing
Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)	Nationals of third countries without a visa-exemption agreement with the EU/Schengen area, travelling for business, trade-fair or tourism purposes for up to 90 days in any 180-day period	$100.00	Typically 15 calendar days; can extend to 45 days if extra checks or documentation are required
ETIAS travel authorisation	Visa-exempt third-country nationals (for example UK, US, Canadian, Australian, Japanese passport holders) once the system enters operation	$7.00	Online application, typically minutes to a few days

EU/EEA and Swiss citizens travel freely with an ID card or passport. Many other nationalities (including UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Japan) may enter Italy visa-free for business and tourism for up to 90 days in any 180-day period — verify your own nationality before booking.

Italy accepts ATA carnets for temporary admission of exhibition materials, machinery and professional equipment; arrange the carnet with your issuing chamber of commerce well before shipping to Verona.

Official visa page

Weather

May in Verona is mild and show-friendly: daytime highs typically 22–26 °C dropping to about 12–15 °C overnight. It is one of the wetter months, with roughly 70–90 mm of rain across 8–10 rain days, often as short afternoon thunderstorms — pack a light waterproof layer and comfortable shoes for the outdoor demo areas.

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

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

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

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

Business etiquette

A firm handshake and eye contact are standard; use professional titles (Ing., Dott., Arch.) until invited otherwise. Punctuality is expected for meetings, though social occasions start later. English is widely used in the machinery and rental sector, but a few Italian phrases are appreciated.

Tipping and payments

Service is often included in restaurant bills; round up or leave 5–10 % for good service. Taxi fares are rounded up rather than tipped. Cards are accepted almost everywhere, but keep some cash for small bars, buses and taxis.

Dress, dining and daily rhythm

Smart-casual works for the fair; add a light jacket for cool mornings and sturdy shoes for outdoor demo areas. Aperitivo runs roughly 18:00–20:00 and dinner starts from about 20:00, when many business conversations continue. Standing coffee at the bar is the quick, cheap option.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

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

Flights

Destination: VRN

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

Visa

Italy is in the Schengen area. EU/EEA and Swiss citizens need only an ID card or passport. Many other nationalities (UK, US, Canada, Australia, Japan and others) can enter visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period for business or tourism, and visa-exempt travellers will additionally need an ETIAS authorisation once it is in operation. Other nationalities must obtain a Schengen Type C short-stay visa (EUR 90 adult fee, typically 15 days processing) before travel — apply with the fair invitation, accommodation proof and travel insurance.

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

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

Apply at the Italian embassy/consulate or the visa centre for your place of residence, generally no earlier than 6 months and no later than 15 days before travel. Bring the fair invitation/registration, accommodation proof, travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 cover) and proof of funds. Reduced fee (EUR 45) applies to children aged 6–12; under-6s are exempt. ETIAS is a pre-travel authorisa

Official

Transport

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

Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Verona Villafranca Airport (Valerio Catullo) (VRN): 15–25 min off-peak (allow 30–35 min at peak); Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE): 1 h 15 min – 1 h 30 min by road; Milan Bergamo Airport (Orio al Serio) (BGY): 1 h 15 min – 1 h 40 min by road; Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): 1 h 30 min – 1 h 45 min by road. Allow road or rail time to Veronafiere Exhibition Centre; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Veronafiere Exhibition Centre: Verona Porta Nuova / south of the historic centre, 1.5–3 km from the fair: Hotel San Pietro (Via Santa Teresa), Hotel Leopardi (Via Campo Marzo), Hotel San Marco (Via Baldassarre Longhena); Around Veronafiere and Verona Porta Nuova — walkable or one bus stop from the entrances: Crowne Plaza Verona Fiera (Via Belgio, adjacent to Veronafiere), Best Western CTC Hotel Verona (San Giovanni Lupatoto, ~5 km), Hotel Leon d'Oro (Via Piave, near Porta Nu

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

Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Veronafiere Exhibition Centre.

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

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: May 2029

Temperature: About 12–15 °C overnight to 22–26 °C in the daytime (May normals for Verona)

Seasonality: May is one of Verona's wetter months — roughly 70–90 mm over 8–10 rain days, usually as brief afternoon showers or thunderstorms rather than all-day rain. Outdoor demonstration areas can be muddy after rain, so bring a compact waterproof and shoes with grip.

Packing: May in Verona is mild and show-friendly: daytime highs typically 22–26 °C dropping to about 12–15 °C overnight. It is one of the wetter months, with roughly 70–90 mm of rain across 8–10 rain days, often as short afternoon thunderstorms — pack a light waterproof layer and comfortable shoes for the ou

Plan your trip

Planning

Best day to visit: Thursday 10 May 2029

The show runs Wednesday 9 to Saturday 12 May 2029. Mid-show Thursday carries the densest trade activity: opening-day crowds have thinned, exhibitor teams are still fully staffed, and conference/technical sessions and hosted-buyer programmes typically cluster mid-week. Friday remains busy but starts to wind down, and the closing Saturday is usually lighter with more public and family footfall — so Thursday gives the best ratio of time to meetings.

Confirm travel dates and register online for SaMoTer 2029 — SaMoTer runs 9-12 May 2029 at Veronafiere Exhibition Centre, Verona. Register via samoter.it to receive your visitor confirmation or badge code before travel.

Check passport validity and Italian entry requirements — Confirm your passport is valid well beyond the trip and whether a Schengen short-stay visa is required for your nationality.

Book flights into Italy with onward transfer to Verona — Compare fares into Italian gateways and plan the onward rail or road leg to Verona so you arrive before the first show day.

Reserve a hotel in Verona near Veronafiere Exhibition Centre — Book early for the show week in May 2029 and confirm cancellation terms and distance to the venue.

Download the hall plan and programme from samoter.it — Use the organiser site to review halls, exhibitor lists and the conference programme before you travel.

Pre-schedule B2B meetings with target exhibitors — Contact exhibitors whose earth moving and building machinery lines match your procurement needs and fix meeting slots.

Shortlist conference sessions and live demonstrations — Build a personal agenda of sessions and machine demos so you can move efficiently between halls.

Plan local transport between hotel and venue — Confirm taxi, bus or rail options from your Verona accommodation to Veronafiere Exhibition Centre and allow buffer time at peak hours.

Prepare business cards, technical specs and meeting documents — Bring printed and digital copies of your requirements, part numbers and purchase criteria.

Check the local forecast and pack accordingly — Review the May forecast for Verona shortly before departure and pack business attire plus comfortable walking shoes for hall floors.

Confirm airport transfer and hotel check-in — Reconfirm your transfer booking and expected arrival time so check-in runs smoothly.

Collect badge on arrival and pick up the show directory — Head to the registration area at the main entrance on day one, present your registration code and collect your badge and directory.

Side trips

Lake Garda — Sirmione and Peschiera del Garda

Valpolicella wine country (Amarone)

Networking spots

Outdoor demonstration areas, Veronafiere

B2B meeting areas and press/innovation zones in the halls

Verona centre — Piazza Bra / Arena district evening circuit

Budget

Costs & budget

Cost reference

Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

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visitor · General Admission

EUR 18 / per person

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visitor · 4-Day Pass

EUR 32 / per person

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visitor · Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)

USD 100 / per application

official

visa_fee

visitor · ETIAS travel authorisation

USD 7 / per application

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Item	For	Tier	Estimated range	Status
visitor_ticket	visitor	General Admission	EUR 18 / per person	official
visitor_ticket	visitor	4-Day Pass	EUR 32 / per person	official
visa_fee	visitor	Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)	USD 100 / per application	official
visa_fee	visitor	ETIAS travel authorisation	USD 7 / per application	official

Decision

Visit, exhibit, or skip?

Should you go?

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

QUESTION 1 OF 6

What is your primary role?

Decision matrix

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

visit

You need to compare machines or suppliers on site, or build an Italian dealer, rental or distributor network, and can commit 2–3 full days.

Best for

Dealers, rental companies, contractors, plant managers and specifiers comparing earthmoving, road and compaction equipment and building Italian supplier/distributor relationships

Min. budget

$500.00

Timeline

4–8 weeks ahead: buy the online ticket (EUR 18 single day / EUR 32 four-day pass vs EUR 20/EUR 40 on site), book a hotel early (Verona tightens during show weeks), and allow 4–8 weeks if a Schengen visa is required

Risks

Budget estimate from listing cost signals (ticket, mid-range hotel, USD 75/day per diem, visa contingency) — confirm live rates.

Verona hotel rates spike and capacity tightens during show weeks; book 2–3 months out.

Much of the product experience is outdoors in the demo areas — plan for rain, mud and long walking distances inside a large venue.

exhibit

Italy and Southern Europe are target markets and you can staff the stand across all four days with demonstrable machines and Italian-speaking or bilingual sales cover.

Best for

OEMs, attachment and component manufacturers, telematics/rental and service providers selling into Italy and the wider Mediterranean market

Min. budget

$2,500.00

Timeline

9–12 months ahead: stand or outdoor plot application and hall allocation, logistics and customs/ATA carnet, machine transport and lifting, staffing and travel for all four days

Risks

Budget estimate from listing cost signals (visit budget plus stand/space, logistics and travel) — confirm booth and space pricing with the organiser.

Machine transport, customs/ATA carnet handling and on-site lifting can exceed the cost of stand rental itself.

Outdoor demonstration plots are limited and allocated early; indoor-only participation may reduce impact for machine-led product lines.

skip

Your supplier shortlist is settled, travel budget is committed elsewhere, or remote supplier contact and quotes are sufficient for your needs.

Best for

Buyers whose equipment sourcing is already covered by bauma, INTERMAT or another regional fair, or who have no Italy/Europe equipment interest this cycle

Timeline

None

Risks

No major risks listed.

FAQs & glossary

Answers

Frequently asked

What are the ticket prices for SaMoTer 2029?

General Admission is €18 online and €20 on-site. A 4-Day Pass is €32 online and €40 on-site.

What are the event hours?

The event runs from May 9 to 12, 2029, with hours from 09:00 to 18:00.

How can I get to the venue?

The venue is accessible by car, bus, and train. There are shuttle services from nearby parking and the airport.

Are there any special regulations for pets?

Dogs are allowed if they are on a leash and have a collar with a municipal tag.

What facilities are available at the venue?

Facilities include parking, food options, and accessibility services.

Glossary

Exhibitor: A company or individual that displays goods or services at a trade show.
Visitor: An individual who attends the event to explore products and services.
Trade Show: An exhibition where businesses showcase their latest products and services.
Networking: The act of interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional contacts.
Floor Plan: A diagram that shows the layout of the exhibition space.
Registration: The process of signing up to attend the event.
Ticket: A pass that grants entry to the event.
Venue: The location where the event is held.
Sponsor: A company that supports the event financially or through in-kind contributions.
Program: A schedule of events and activities that will take place during the trade show.

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References

Publishers

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