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TMTS 2026 is gearing up to be one of the most significant industry gatherings of the year, offering a window into the future of machine tools, automation, sustainability and smart production. If you’re in manufacturing, engineering or industrial tech — this is one to mark in your calendar.
Event at a Glance
- Name: Taiwan International Machine Tool Show (TMTS 2026)
- Dates: March 25–28, 2026
- Venue: Taichung International Convention and Exhibition Center (TICEC), Taichung, Taiwan
- Theme: “AI-Powered Sustainable Manufacturing” — focusing on how artificial intelligence and green practices merge to define tomorrow’s industrial paradigm.
Why TMTS 2026 Matters
- Broad Industry Scope: TMTS 2026 brings together a huge variety of technologies — from metal-cutting and forming machines to automation systems, AIoT, smart manufacturing, industrial robots, control software, cutting tools, measuring systems and more.
- Global Scale & Reach: The 2026 edition is expected to feature hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of booths, continuing the tradition of its 2024 predecessor that welcomed tens of thousands of visitors from dozens of countries.
- Smart + Green Manufacturing Focus: Under its core themes of digital transformation (AI-empowered manufacturing, AIoT, digital twin, big data, HRC / human-robot collaboration) and green transformation (energy/resource efficiency, low-carbon supply chain, sustainable product design), TMTS is positioning itself at the crossroads of innovation and sustainability.
- Showroom – Factory Integration: An interesting twist – TMTS 2026 offers what they call a “Front-Showroom, Back-Factory” model: after browsing exhibits, buyers can visit actual manufacturing facilities nearby. This bridges the gap between showcase and real-world production, offering better understanding, trust and faster business decisions.
What to Expect: Highlights & Opportunities
- Live demos of cutting-edge machining centers, CNCs, metal forming machines, automation cells, AI-driven smart manufacturing setups.
- Showcases of industrial robots, control systems (CAD/CAM), digital-twin simulations, predictive maintenance via AIoT — ideal for companies aiming to digitize and future-proof their production.
- Sustainable manufacturing solutions: energy-efficient machines, resource-saving workflows, eco-certified components, and low-carbon supply-chain practices.
- Networking with global buyers, suppliers and partners; potential for export/import deals; and a platform for launching new products globally.
- Expert forums and seminars (as typical for TMTS) presenting industry insights, case studies and projections for the manufacturing world.
Who Should Attend
- Engineering and manufacturing firms looking for modernization and sustainability transformations.
- OEMs, suppliers, distributors and component manufacturers targeting global markets.
- Industry professionals interested in automation, robotics, smart manufacturing, AI-driven production or green industrial solutions.
- Investors and business developers exploring opportunities in global manufacturing trends.
Practical Info / Useful links to the event
- Registration: Free entry – you register via TMTS website or TMTS app.
- Exhibition Area & Scale: ~28,483 m², with hundreds of companies and several thousands booths.
- Plan Ahead: Book meetings early, travel to Taichung, and consider factory-visit scheduling if you want deeper engagement beyond the show floor.
