The automotive supply chain in Central Europe is undergoing rapid technological adjustment. Automotive Hungary 2026 brings together suppliers and manufacturers in Budapest for four days to showcase solutions and advance commercial relationships.
Dates and venue in Budapest
Automotive Hungary 2026 takes place from 18 to 21 May at Hungexpo - Budapest Fair Center. The official calendar includes targeted forums and sessions, and the organizer provides digital tools such as an event app and an online program for exhibitors and visitors.
Program highlights
The agenda features strands listed for the event such as TRANSPORT RESEARCH ARENA, the TECHTOGETHER PROGRAM and the B2B Supplier Forum. These formats combine technical presentations, directed meetings and sessions focused on supply chain transformation and production digitalization.
Key figures and international reach
Recent editions held together with IPAR NAPJAI and MACH-TECH registered participation from 22 countries and 370 exhibitors across the combined shows. In 2025 the exhibition cluster presented companies from 15 countries and attracted more than 11 000 professional visitors. Those figures reflect the regional scale and part of the international profile present at Automotive Hungary 2026.
Practical B2B prospecting steps for exhibitors and sales teams
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Pre-event scheduling. Use the exhibitor list and the event app to shortlist 20 priority contacts and request formal meetings through the B2B platform.
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Technical collateral. Prepare concise technical data sheets, product comparisons and customer references in a shareable digital format to speed up technical evaluation.
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Focused demos. Script a 10-minute technical demo and assign a presenter. Repeated, consistent demos make it easier to assess genuine interest.
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Lead capture and follow-up. Define a minimal lead form with technical fields and establish a follow-up cadence at 7 and 21 days with concrete proposals.
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Team roles. Divide responsibilities at the stand between a technical lead, a commercial lead and an agenda coordinator to maintain efficiency during peak periods.
Practical information for professional visitors
The event portal publishes the 2026 exhibitor list, the program and administrative options including GOLD parking tickets, payment methods and VAT invoicing. The app and the program calendar help locate sessions and thematic blocks. Prioritize companies by technology and reserve time for the sector forums listed in the agenda.
Closing note
Automotive Hungary 2026 assembles technical supply offers and B2B meeting formats relevant to manufacturers and suppliers in the region. Review the program and exhibitor list at the official website https://automotivexpo.hu and plan meetings in advance to turn conversations into concrete proposals.
