Digital buyer journeys
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Event overview
Overview
Testing&Control is Russia's main international exhibition for testing, measuring, control, and metrology equipment.
Held at Crocus-Expo IEC in Moscow from October 19-21, 2026, it showcases a wide range of equipment and solutions across six key areas: measurements, testing, analytical equipment, non-destructive testing, production control, and additive technologies.
The event includes a conference and the TechSkills championship, bringing together industry professionals from aviation,.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: TESTING & CONTROL 2026 runs from 19–21 October 2026 at Crocus-Expo IEC, Moscow, Russia.
- 2Scale and Focus: This exhibition features over 110 exhibitors showcasing testing and measurement equipment.
- 3Organiser: The event is organised by MVK, with more information available at their official website.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include decision-makers from industrial enterprises and research institutions.
- 5Entry: Tickets are available online, with early registration offering discounts.
Why visit
Gain insights into the latest testing and measurement technologies. Dates and Venue: TESTING & CONTROL 2026 runs from 19–21 October 2026 at Crocus-Expo IEC, Moscow, Russia. Buyer Authority: Attendees include decision-makers from industrial enterprises and research institutions.
Why exhibit
Showcase your products to a targeted audience of industry professionals. Generate high-quality leads and establish valuable business connections. Participate in a dynamic environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. Enhance your brand visibility in the testing and measurement sector. Engage directly with decision-makers looking for solutions.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Decision-makers from industrial enterprises
Engineers and specialists in testing and measurement
Researchers from scientific institutions
Quality control professionals
Purchasing managers in manufacturing
Regulatory compliance officers
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Manufacturers of testing equipment
Suppliers of measurement instruments
Providers of calibration services
Developers of quality control solutions
Companies specializing in non-destructive testing
Firms offering laboratory equipment
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Measuring instruments and metrology systems: callipers, micrometers, gauge blocks, length and angle standards, laser interferometers and portable measurement instruments
Coordinate measuring machines in bridge, gantry and articulated-arm formats, laser trackers, 3D scanners and CAD-based inspection software
Non-destructive testing equipment: ultrasonic flaw detectors with phased-array and TOFD sets, eddy-current instruments, radiographic and digital X-ray systems and industrial computed tomography
Surface and subsurface inspection: magnetic particle benches, penetrant lines, visual inspection bores and endoscopes, acoustic emission systems
Mechanical testing: universal tensile and compression machines, fatigue and impact testers, hardness testers, tribology and creep rigs
Climatic and environmental test chambers: temperature and humidity, thermal shock, salt spray, ingress (IP), altitude and corrosion testing
Vibration, shock and seismic test systems: electrodynamic shakers, drop and impact rigs, modal analysis equipment
Analytical and laboratory instruments: spectrometry, microscopy, microstructure analysis, particle sizing and sample preparation equipment
Optical and machine-vision metrology: profile projectors, interferometers, 3D optical scanners and in-line camera inspection systems
Production control and automated inspection: sorting and leak testing, SPC and CAQ software, measurement data management and MSA tools
Additive manufacturing: printers and post-processing plus AM quality control equipment such as CT, dimensional inspection and powder analysis
Calibration equipment and reference standards, calibration laboratories and accredited testing services
Certification, accreditation and regulatory services: Rosstandart type-approval support, certification bodies, standards and technical publications
Condition monitoring and diagnostics: vibration analysers, thermal imaging, acoustic emission and predictive maintenance systems
Consumables and accessories: probes and styluses, reference blocks, X-ray films and detectors, penetrants, test specimens and fixtures
Training, laboratory outfitting, metrology software integration and engineering services for test benches
Location & Facilities
Venue
Crocus-Expo IEC
Moscow, Russia
Facilities
Parking
Crocus-Expo IEC 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: Crocus-Expo IEC 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 Crocus-Expo IEC for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Event days & opening times
DayOpening hours
19–20 October 2026:10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
21 October 2026:10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
General admission
Online ticket price
600General admission
On-site ticket price
1000
Who runs the show
Organisers
MVK
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Moscow, Russia
Why it matters
Attending TESTING & CONTROL 2026 on 2026-10-19 to 2026-10-21 in Moscow lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · RUB
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Budget
Myakinino / Krasnogorsk outskirtsUSD 35–60 / night
Basic business hotels and guesthouses on the line 3 corridor; short metro ride or 15–25 min walk to Crocus-Expo. Verify current rates and foreign-card acceptance before booking.
Mid-range
Strogino / north-west Moscow (line 3)USD 70–140 / night
Reliable 3–4 star options 1–3 metro stops from Myakinino; 10–20 min ride to venue. Breakfast and Wi-Fi usually included. Confirm payment methods with the hotel directly.
Premium
Central Moscow (Tverskaya, Arbat, Belorussky)USD 180–350 / night
Full-service hotels with international standards; 30–45 min door-to-door by metro to Myakinino, longer at peak. October is a heavy exhibition month, so book well ahead.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Metro
Estimated costRUB 60–100 per single journey (contactless transit card)
Best forMyakinino station (Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya line 3) to Crocus-Expo IEC
Aeroexpress rail + metro
Estimated costAeroexpress RUB 500–700 one way; metro RUB 60–100 additional
Best forSheremetyevo Airport (SVO) to Belorussky station, then metro line 3 to Myakinino
Taxi / ride-hailing
Estimated costRUB 1,200–2,500 depending on traffic; use app quote as reliable figure
Best forCentral Moscow hotel to Crocus-Expo IEC
Taxi / ride-hailing
Estimated costRUB 2,500–5,000 depending on time of day and demand
Best forVnukovo Airport (VKO) to Crocus-Expo IEC
Municipal bus
Estimated costRUB 60–100 per single journey (same transit card as metro)
Best forVolokolamskoye or Novorizhskoye corridor routes with stops near Crocus-Expo
Car / parking
Estimated costRUB 300–800 per day; confirm current daily rates with venue before travel
Best forOn-site parking at Crocus-Expo IEC (off MKAD, Krasnogorsk)
Weather
Mid-to-late October in Moscow is cool and frequently overcast: typical daytime highs around 6 to 9 C, night and early-morning lows around 1 to 3 C, and the first frosts of the season are possible. Expect a mix of cloud, drizzle, rain and occasionally wet snow, humidity above 75 per cent, and roughly 10 hours of daylight shortening through the month. Pack a warm coat, layers, waterproof shoes and an umbrella, and confirm the forecast in the last 48 hours before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Russia.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language and business communication
Russian is the working language of the fair, and technical conversations at the stands are usually conducted in Russian, even where exhibitors speak English. Bilingual business cards, Russian-language datasheets and an interpreter for serious negotiations make a visible difference.
Business etiquette at the stand
Meetings open with a handshake and an exchange of business cards, then move quickly into technical detail. Decisions often involve the chief metrologist or QA director rather than a commercial buyer, so bring calibration documentation and specifications rather than marketing brochures.
Money and payments
The rouble is the local currency. Foreign-issued bank cards are widely reported not to work for payments in Russia, including in many hotels and restaurants, so plan cash in advance and check the situation with your own bank before travelling.
Connectivity
Local SIM or eSIM data is useful for maps, translation and ride-hailing, and buying a Russian SIM normally requires a passport. Venue Wi-Fi at large exhibition centres varies in quality, so do not rely on it for stand demonstrations.
The venue and the city
Crocus Expo sits in Krasnogorsk just outside the Moscow ring road, and the Metro's Myakinino station is at the fairground, which makes a city-centre hotel practical for sightseeing after the show. The Kremlin, Red Square and the Tretyakov Gallery are all reachable on line 3 and the ring line.
Dress and climate
Business dress is standard for industrial exhibitions in Moscow, but in October a warm coat, layers and waterproof shoes matter more than formality, especially on the walk between the metro and the halls.
Meetings and meals
A working lunch in the venue food court or a dinner near the city centre is the usual way to close a first meeting. If the meeting moves to a restaurant, expect a longer, more sociable format with several courses.
Photography and notes
Ask exhibitors before photographing stands, prototypes or measurement displays, and take written notes on quoted specifications, calibration intervals and certificates rather than relying only on phone photographs.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Moscow; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
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 Crocus-Expo IEC: Myakinino / Krasnogorsk outskirts: Myakinino / Krasnogorsk outskirts; Strogino / north-west Moscow (line 3): Strogino / north-west Moscow (line 3); Central Moscow (Tverskaya, Arbat, Belorussky): Central Moscow (Tverskaya, Arbat, Belorussky).
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Moscow; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Myakinino station on the Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya line (line 3) sits directly at Crocus Expo and is the simplest metro route to the fair: from central Moscow travel on line 3 or the ring line and change for Myakinino, with a door-to-door journey typically around 30 to 45 minutes from the centre, longer in peak hours. Trains run from roughly 5:30 in the morning to around 1:00 at night. Buses along the Volokolamskoye and Novorizhskoye corridors also serve the area but are slower in traffic. Single journeys are inexpensive on a stored-value transit card; confirm live fares and the current timetable locally before travelling.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Crocus-Expo IEC; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: October 2026
Temperature: Approx. 1 to 9 C across the day in mid-to-late October: typical afternoon highs around 6 to 9 C and night or early-morning lows around 1 to 3 C, with the first frosts of the season possible. Confirm the daily forecast in the last few days before travel.
Seasonality: Moscow's October is one of the cloudiest and dampest months of the year: expect frequent overcast days, drizzle or steady rain, occasional wet snow, humidity above 75 per cent and roughly 10 hours of daylight shrinking as the month progresses. Pack layered warm clothing, a waterproof coat and shoes with grip for wet pavements. Autumn colour in the city parks usually peaks in mid-October, which can justify adding a day in Moscow around the show.
Packing: October 2026
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day for qualified buyer meetings: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at TESTING & CONTROL 2026 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Networking spots
2TESTING & CONTROL 2026 registration concourse
Crocus-Expo IEC
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Crocus-Expo IEC
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$70.00
- Per diem × 2$150.00
Estimated total$220.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · General admission
USD 600 / per person
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| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
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| visitor_ticket | visitor | General admission | USD 600 / per person | organiser_published |
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether TESTING & CONTROL 2026 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 aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4–8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published — confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3–6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources — confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
When and where does Testing & Control 2026 take place?
The 2026 edition runs from 19 to 21 October 2026 at the Crocus Expo International Exhibition Centre in Krasnogorsk, on the north-west edge of Moscow. Confirm the exact hall numbers, opening hours and access gates on the organiser site testing-control.ru before travelling, as hall allocation is published closer to the show.
What products and technologies are on display?
The exhibition spans measuring instruments and metrology systems, coordinate measuring machines and 3D metrology, non-destructive testing equipment (ultrasonic, radiographic and CT, magnetic particle, eddy current, penetrant), mechanical testing machines, climatic and vibration test systems, analytical and laboratory instruments, optical and machine-vision inspection, production control and quality software, additive-manufacturing equipment with its inspection tooling, calibration equipment and reference standards, plus certification and accreditation services.
Who should visit Testing & Control?
Chief metrologists, QA and QC managers, laboratory heads, chief engineers and procurement specialists from machine building, aerospace, defence, oil and gas, power generation, metallurgy, rail, automotive suppliers and electronics manufacturing. Accreditation bodies, calibration laboratories and certification services also attend as both visitors and exhibitors.
Is Testing & Control a trade-only event?
It is an industrial B2B exhibition: visitors register with their company details and business profile rather than as general public. Bring a passport or ID matching your registration and be ready for the badge and security check at the venue entrance.
How do I register and what does a ticket cost?
Registration is handled on the organiser site, testing-control.ru. The pricing data captured for this edition lists a paid general-admission tier (recorded at roughly 600 USD online and 1,000 USD on site), so treat those figures as an unverified capture and confirm the current fee, visitor categories and any free pre-registration for trade visitors directly on the organiser's registration page before you pay for anything.
How do I reach Crocus Expo by metro?
Myakinino station on the Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya line (line 3) serves the fairground directly. From the city centre, travel to line 3 or to the ring line and change for Myakinino; allow roughly 30 to 45 minutes door to door from central Moscow, more at peak hours, plus time for security screening at the halls.
Which airport should I fly into?
Sheremetyevo (SVO) is the closest of Moscow's airports to Crocus Expo, with an approximate 30 to 60 minute car transfer. Vnukovo (VKO) and Domodedovo (DME) are further, roughly 45 to 75 and 60 to 100 minutes by car respectively. Zhukovsky (ZIA) has limited traffic. Rail links run from SVO, VKO and DME into central Moscow railway stations with onward metro connections. Confirm routings and traffic windows before travel.
Do I need a visa to attend or exhibit?
Most foreign nationals need a visa to enter Russia. A unified electronic visa (e-visa) operates for nationals of eligible countries through the official Russian MFA portal, and business visitors normally need a business visa supported by an invitation letter from the Russian host organisation. Apply at least four to six weeks before departure, request visa support from the organiser or your Russian partner, and verify all rules with the consulate or visa centre for your nationality.
What language is used at the exhibition?
Russian is the working language of the fair, and many exhibitors and visitors speak English to varying degrees. Russian-language datasheets, catalogue entries and stand panels noticeably improve engagement with local technical buyers; if you plan contract negotiation or detailed technical meetings, arrange an interpreter or bilingual staff.
Is there a conference or seminar programme alongside the exhibition?
The organiser publishes a schedule on testing-control.ru. Technical seminars and practical sessions on metrology, inspection and testing are typical of this exhibition cycle, so check the schedule page close to the show for the confirmed programme, registration requirements and any separate fees.
Is parking available at the venue?
On-site parking is available at Crocus Expo. Daily rates and hall access rules were not captured for this edition, so confirm current parking terms, entry gates and any pre-booking requirement with the venue or organiser before the show.
How should I plan two or three productive days?
Route your first day by hall theme that matches your shortlist (metrology, NDT, mechanical and environmental testing, laboratory, software), and pre-book meetings with the eight to twelve exhibitors you must see. Use the remaining time for technical seminars, calibration and accreditation suppliers, and follow-up sessions, and keep written records of quotations, specifications and calibration certificates for your procurement file.
Glossary
- Metrology
- The science of measurement: units, methods, instrument accuracy and the traceability chain from national standards down to shop-floor gauges. It is the core discipline of the Testing & Control visitor profile and of the measuring-instrument exhibitors.
- Calibration
- Comparing an instrument's readings with a reference standard of higher accuracy and documenting the deviation and its uncertainty. Calibration certificates are among the documents most often reviewed at the stands.
- Traceability
- The documented, unbroken chain of calibrations that links a measurement result back to a national or international standard. In Russia the chain runs through the Rosstandart system and its national metrology institutes.
- Measurement uncertainty
- The quantified range within which the true value is expected to lie, usually stated as an interval with a confidence level. Buyers use it to compare instruments that look identical on a specification sheet.
- Reference standard (etalon)
- A measurement device of the highest accuracy available in a laboratory, used to calibrate working instruments and to verify calibration rigs.
- Non-destructive testing (NDT)
- Inspection methods that evaluate a material, weld or component without cutting or damaging it. The main families are ultrasonic, radiographic, magnetic particle, eddy current, penetrant, visual and acoustic emission testing.
- Ultrasonic testing (UT)
- Uses high-frequency sound to detect internal flaws, measure wall thickness and map weld quality; phased-array and TOFD equipment are common exhibits at Russian industrial inspection fairs.
- Radiographic and X-ray testing
- Film or digital radiography and computed tomography that image internal defects; industrial CT is increasingly used for castings and additive-manufactured parts where internal geometry cannot be cut open.
- Magnetic particle and penetrant testing
- Surface and near-surface defect methods for ferromagnetic parts (magnetic particle) and for non-porous materials (dye or fluorescent penetrant), widely used in rail, oil and gas and aerospace inspection.
- Eddy current testing
- An electromagnetic method for surface and near-surface defects, conductivity measurement and coating thickness, widely applied to heat-exchanger tubes and machined surfaces.
- Coordinate measuring machine (CMM)
- A bridge, gantry or articulated-arm system with a probing head that measures part geometry in three dimensions and compares the result with CAD nominals.
- Machine vision and optical metrology
- Camera and laser based systems for dimensional inspection, surface inspection and in-line 100 per cent checking, often integrated with production control systems.
- Universal testing machine (UTM)
- A tensile, compression and bending machine for mechanical characterisation of materials and components; fatigue, impact and hardness testers belong to the same mechanical-testing family.
- Climatic and environmental testing
- Chambers that reproduce temperature, humidity, thermal shock, salt fog, ingress (IP) and altitude conditions so that a product can be qualified for its service environment.
- Vibration and shock testing
- Electrodynamic shakers, drop and impact rigs used for transport, reliability and durability qualification, often paired with modal analysis and condition monitoring.
- Pattern (type) approval of a measuring instrument
- The Russian regulatory procedure confirming that an instrument type may be used for legal measurements; the corresponding register entry is a standard purchase criterion for Russian industrial buyers.
- Accreditation (ISO/IEC 17025)
- Formal recognition of a testing or calibration laboratory's competence. Accreditation bodies, laboratory outfitters and lab services appear at the fair alongside instrument makers.
- Measurement systems analysis (MSA)
- Statistical evaluation of repeatability and reproducibility in a measurement system, widely required by automotive and aerospace supply chains and supported by the quality software shown at the fair.
- Condition monitoring and in-line inspection
- Permanently installed sensors and automated inspection stations used in oil and gas, power generation and metallurgy to detect degradation before failure.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- TESTING & CONTROL 2026
- Testing and Control Moscow
- Testing Control exhibition Moscow
- Testing & Control Crocus-Expo 2026
- testing control Russia 2026
- metrology equipment exhibition Moscow
- measurement and metrology expo Russia
- non-destructive testing exhibition Moscow
- NDT testing equipment fair Russia
- analytical and laboratory instruments expo
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