glasstec is the world's leading trade fair for the glass industry, which last time featured more than 1,257 exhibitors from 50 countries.
Companies across the entire glass value chain can now register for glasstec 2026. From October 20 to 23, 2026, providers from all over the global glass industry will once again meet at the trade fair in Düsseldorf. With its highly international pedigree, glasstec itself is the central platform. It also hosts a supporting program that showcases the future of the glass industry and facilitates knowledge transfer.
The entire international glass community meets at glasstec. At its last edition in 2024, the trade fair had 1,257 exhibitors from 50 countries and more than 32,000 visitors from over 120 nations.
glasstec offers exhibitors access to a global and investment-ready specialist audience, from glass manufacturing and production technology to glass processing and finishing, as well as products and applications in architecture, automotive, solar, and smart glass.
New hot topics on the agenda
glasstec stands for business, technical diversity, and market overview as well as in-depth content. In 2026, decarbonization, circular economy, and AI & digital technologies will be even stronger highlights.
glasstec brings together people who are shaping the future of the glass industry – strategically, technologically and through direct exchange. Exhibitors here are part of a global network that provides inspiration, showcases innovations and moves markets.”
Matthias Rehberger / GW
These topics form the thematic framework for a diverse program of conferences, forums, and meetings. Leading representatives from research, science, and industry will present innovative solutions and highlight future prospects.
Cutting edge showcases at glass technology live
The glasstec conference and networking formats such as CircuClarity Two, the glass trends sessions, and the architecture forum offer trend-setting ideas, knowledge transfer, and networking opportunities.
A special highlight remains the innovation show glass technology live. In cooperation with the technical universities of Delft, Darmstadt, Dresden, and Bochum, the event offers a unique showcase for forward-looking and sustainable developments.
