China Wind Power 2026, October 14-16, Beijing, China, a premier event for the wind energy sector.
Dates
14–16 Oct 2026
City / country
Beijing, China
Venue
China International Exhibition Center (Shunyi Hall)
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Event overview
Join industry leaders at China Wind Power 2026 in Beijing from October 14-16, showcasing innovations and trends in the global wind energy sector.
TL;DR
Attendees will gain insights into the latest trends and technologies in wind energy, network with industry leaders, and explore business opportunities.
Exhibitors will have the chance to showcase their innovations, connect with potential buyers, and enhance their visibility in the wind energy market. China Wind Power is a key event for the wind energy sector, facilitating networking and showcasing the latest innovations. It plays a crucial role in promoting the growth of the wind industry and addressing climate change.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Halls & areas
1Beijing, China
Entrances & gates
Main Entrance
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How the last edition performed
This edition
2026
Next edition
Not announced yet
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Impact
Join industry leaders at China Wind Power 2026 in Beijing from October 14-16, showcasing innovations and trends in the global wind energy sector. China Wind Power is a key event for the wind energy sector, facilitating networking and showcasing the latest innovations. It plays a crucial role in promoting the growth of the wind industry and addressing climate change. China Wind Power 2026, October 14-16, Beijing, China, a premier event for the.
Exhibitor outcomes
Exhibitors will have the chance to showcase their innovations, connect with potential buyers, and enhance their visibility in the wind energy market. China Wind Power is a key event for the wind energy sector, facilitating networking and showcasing the latest innovations. It plays a crucial role in promoting the growth of the wind industry and addressing climate change. Exhibitor categories include Wind turbine manufacturers, Component suppliers, Renewable energy consultants, Energy service providers.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
China is the world's largest wind market by annual and cumulative installed capacity, and Beijing is where national policy, state-owned developers, turbine OEMs and the international supply chain converge. For GWEC-led events, the Beijing edition is the main annual meeting point for companies that want visibility with Chinese developers and OEMs, with export and offshore suppliers increasingly using it to reach regional buyers. Attending gives access in one trip to policy signals, OEM procurement teams and the component/service supply chain that serves both the domestic and export markets.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Offshore wind scale-up
Supply-chain localisation and export push
Grid integration, storage and flexibility
Repowering and O&M of the early fleet
Cost pressure and technology convergence
Wind Power China sits inside a small circuit of major wind-industry gatherings. Most suppliers and developers plan two of these per year — one European or global flagship plus one regional Asia event — rather than attending every show.
March–May
European annual-season events and Asian regional shows.
September–November
Hamburg and the Beijing/China autumn edition cluster.
December–February
US and India editions; quiet period for European flagships.
Peer events drawn from the public global wind-industry circuit; confirm exact 2026 dates, venues and websites with each organiser before committing budget.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Beijing Capital International Airport
Closest and most convenient gateway — the airport sits in Shunyi district next to the CIEC Shunyi halls. Terminal 3 handles most international arrivals. Taxis and ride-hailing are the simplest transfer; the Capital Airport Express train connects to Dongzhimen in central Beijing for hotel stays.
Approximately 12–15 km
to venue
15–25 min off-peak (allow 30–45 min in morning peak)
by car
Beijing Daxing International Airport
Second international gateway south of the city. Use the Daxing Airport Express to Caoqiao and transfer to the metro, or take a taxi/ride-hail direct — allow a full half-day buffer on arrival.
Approximately 80–95 km
to venue
1 h 15 min – 2 h (longer in peak traffic)
by car
Tianjin Binhai International Airport
Useful alternative if PEK/PKX fares are poor; high-speed rail from Tianjin to Beijing takes about 30–40 minutes, then transfer by metro Line 15 or taxi to Shunyi.
Approximately 130–140 km
to venue
1 h 45 min – 2 h 30 min (via high-speed rail + metro or direct car)
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Chain economy hotels around the airport offer the best value for a 2–3 day show visit; book early for October because autumn is peak conference season in Beijing.
Mid-range properties in Wangjing give a metro route (Line 15) to the venue plus more evening dining options than the airport zone.
Full-service airport-cluster hotels are the standard choice for exhibitors and delegations: short transfers, business centres and meeting space for evening follow-ups.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Ride-hailing (Didi)
Didi is the standard app-based option; the English interface accepts international cards. Allow extra time in the 07:30–09:30 peak.
Airport Express train + metro
Cheapest route but involves luggage handling and a transfer; the CIEC Shunyi halls are roughly 1.5 km from the nearest Line 15 station, so a short taxi or venue shuttle is usually needed at the end.
Metro (city transit)
Good for delegates staying in Wangjing or central Beijing. Buy a Yikatong transport card or use the metro QR code in Alipay/WeChat Pay.
Hotel or venue shuttle
Several airport-cluster hotels run scheduled show shuttles during major exhibitions — confirm at booking, as schedules are event-specific.
taxi
Airport Express to city, then metro to venue.
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taxi
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M — business visa | Business visitors attending meetings, conferences, trade shows or commercial negotiations who are not covered by a visa-free arrangement | $60.00 | 4–7 working days standard; 2–3 working days expedited where offered | |
| B1/B2-equivalent (US passport holders) | US citizens travelling for business or tourism | $140.00 | 4–7 working days standard | |
| Visa-free entry (unilateral / mutual exemption) | Passport holders from countries covered by China's unilateral visa-free or mutual visa-exemption arrangements, for stays of up to 30 days | — | None — no application required before travel | |
| 240-hour visa-free transit | Eligible nationalities transiting through Beijing Capital (PEK) or Daxing (PKX) to a third country with a confirmed onward ticket and accommodation | — | None in advance — eligibility assessed on arrival |
Several European and Asian nationalities currently hold unilateral visa-free or mutual exemption access (typically up to 30 days), and 240-hour visa-free transit is available at Beijing's two international airports. Policies change frequently — verify on the official Chinese visa/immigration portals before travel.
China accepts ATA carnets for exhibition and professional equipment through the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT); confirm carnet acceptance and the exhibition freight forwarder's requirements with the organiser before shipping exhibits.
Official visa pageWeather
October in Beijing is one of the most comfortable months of the year: daytime highs around 18–20 °C, night-time lows around 8–10 °C, low humidity and generally clear skies. Rainfall is minimal, typically only 20–30 mm across the whole month, but evenings cool down quickly — pack layers and a light jacket.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to China.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business etiquette
Exchange business cards with both hands and take a moment to read them; address counterparts by title and surname. Meetings are usually formal and relationship-led, and decisions may take longer than in Western markets — build rapport before pushing commercial terms.
Tipping
Tipping is not customary in China. Restaurants and hotels typically add a service charge, and taxis and ride-hailing do not expect a tip; rounding up is sufficient.
Dress, ID and on-site security
Business dress is standard for conference and exhibition attendance, with comfortable shoes for large halls. Carry your passport at all times — it is required for hotel check-in, ticket collection and venue security screening at CIEC Shunyi.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: PEK
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Beijing; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
Most international visitors need a visa for China. Business travellers normally apply for an M (business) visa; US passport holders are issued a 10-year multiple-entry B1/B2-equivalent for a fee of about USD 140. Many nationalities (including several EU countries, Australia and others under China's unilateral visa-free arrangements) can enter visa-free for up to 30 days, and 240-hour visa-free transit is available for eligible nationalities transiting through Beijing Capital (PEK) or Daxing (PKX) to a third country. Apply at least 4–6 weeks ahead and confirm your nationality's current status on the official visa portal (visaforchina.cn / en.nia.gov.cn) before booking.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Fee shown is the approximate published schedule for a 6-month multiple-entry visa for most nationalities; exact fees vary by nationality, entry count and application centre. US passport holders are normally issued a 10-year multiple-entry visa under reciprocal arrangements; the fee is a flat USD 140 regardless of entry count.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK): 15–25 min off-peak (allow 30–45 min in morning peak); Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX): 1 h 15 min – 2 h (longer in peak traffic); Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN): 1 h 45 min – 2 h 30 min (via high-speed rail + metro or direct car). Allow road or rail time to China International Exhibition Center (Shunyi Hall); on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near China International Exhibition Center (Shunyi Hall): Shunyi / Beijing Capital Airport zone, 10–20 minutes from CIEC Shunyi: Jinjiang Inn Beijing Capital Airport, 7 Days Inn Beijing Capital Airport; Shunyi / Capital Airport zone and Wangjing (Metro Line 15 corridor): Holiday Inn Beijing Airport Zone, Airport-zone business hotels along the Jingmi Road corridor; Beijing Capital Airport / Shunyi, 10–15 minutes from the venue: Cordis, Beijing Capital Airport, Hilton Beijing Capit
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Beijing; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to China International Exhibition Center (Shunyi Hall).
Parking: On-site parking is available at China International Exhibition Center (Shunyi Hall); confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: October 2026
Temperature: 14–22°C
Seasonality: Cool and dry.
Packing: October in Beijing is one of the most comfortable months of the year: daytime highs around 18–20 °C, night-time lows around 8–10 °C, low humidity and generally clear skies. Rainfall is minimal, typically only 20–30 mm across the whole month, but evenings cool down quickly — pack layers and a light j
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 — Thursday 15 October 2026
On a three-day Wednesday-to-Friday run, day two is normally the densest: exhibitors are fully staffed after the opening rush, senior commercial staff are still on the stands, and conference sessions and B2B matchmaking run in parallel without the departure-day attrition of the final afternoon. Programme times were not captured in this listing, so confirm the published agenda and exhibit-hall opening hours before locking travel.
Confirm visa or visa-free status for China — Check the current Chinese entry rules for your nationality for the Wind Power China 2014 dates (14-16 October 2026) and apply early if a visa is required; verify passport validity of at least six months.
Book flights into Beijing — Target arrival on 13 October 2026, one day before the show opens, and allow buffer time for immigration and transfer to the China International Exhibition Center (CIEC) area.
Reserve hotel near CIEC / Chaoyang district — Confirm check-in 13 October 2026 and check-out 17 October 2026 to cover the full 14-16 October 2026 show run plus arrival and departure days.
Register online and print or save the badge confirmation — Complete visitor registration through the organiser (Global Wind Energy Council) before travel and keep the confirmation with your passport.
Download the floor plan, exhibitor list and conference programme — Map wind turbine, component and grid integration exhibitors to your sourcing goals across the CIEC halls.
Pre-schedule B2B meetings with target exhibitors — Email turbine OEMs, component suppliers and service providers with your meeting objectives and agree time slots before the show floor fills up.
Shortlist conference sessions and speakers to attend — Set priorities between time on the show floor and policy or technology sessions during the three show days.
Plan local transport from hotel to CIEC — Confirm metro, taxi or shuttle options to the China International Exhibition Center and budget extra time on the first morning.
Prepare meeting documents and business cards — Bring printed company profiles, product requirement sheets and both English and Chinese business cards if available.
Pack for mid-October in Beijing — Expect cool autumn conditions with cool mornings and evenings; bring layers, comfortable walking shoes and a light jacket for the halls.
Arrange connectivity for China — Organise mobile roaming or a local SIM or data option before departure so you can reach exhibitors and colleagues on site.
Day 1 arrival, badge collection and orientation — Arrive early on 14 October 2026 at CIEC for security screening, badge pickup and a walk of the hall plan before your first meetings.
Great Wall at Mutianyu
Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Jingshan Park
Business matching / B2B meeting zone, CIEC Shunyi
Organised matchmaking and meeting tables are the highest-conversion place to meet developers and procurement leads away from the noise of the aisles.
Conference session networking breaks
Coffee and lunch breaks around the keynote and market-outlook sessions concentrate senior delegates, association representatives and analysts.
Airport-zone hotel business lounges (Shunyi / Capital Airport)
The cluster of hotels within 15 minutes of the venue is where most international exhibitors and delegations stay — practical for evening follow-up meetings.
Budget
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
visa_fee
both · business (M) visa
USD 60–140 / per person
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visitor · M — business visa
USD 60 / per application
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visitor · B1/B2-equivalent (US passport holders)
USD 140 / per application
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| visa_fee | both | business (M) visa | USD 60–140 / per person | estimate | |
| visa_fee | visitor | M — business visa | USD 60 / per application | official | |
| visa_fee | visitor | B1/B2-equivalent (US passport holders) | USD 140 / per application | official |
Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether China Wind Power fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus (wind turbines, components, O&M, grid integration or project development) aligns with the show's exhibitor profile and you have 2–3 days on the ground.
Best for
Buyers, developers, OEM/component suppliers and analysts who want market intelligence, policy briefings and supplier shortlists in one trip.
Min. budget
$560.00
Timeline
4–8 weeks before opening day for visa, registration and travel booking.
Risks
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.
Visitor ticket pricing for this edition was not published in captured sources.
Programme times were not captured — confirm the conference agenda before booking flights.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or product-launch goal and can staff the stand with Mandarin-capable or regionally experienced salespeople.
Best for
Turbine, component, service and software suppliers seeking qualified meetings with Chinese and export-market developers, EPCs and distributors.
Min. budget
$2,400.00
Timeline
3–6 months for stand booking, freight/shipping to China, staff visas and marketing build-up.
Risks
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.
Booth/stand pricing was not published in captured sources — obtain a current floor plan and rate card from the organiser.
Shipping, customs clearance and ATA carnet requirements for exhibition freight add cost and lead time.
skip
The audience profile or programme does not match your commercial plan, or you are already covering the region through another circuit event.
Best for
Teams whose category, region or commercial focus does not match the Beijing wind-supply-chain audience this cycle.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.
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