Elektro Fachhandelstage 2026 brought together 83 exhibiting companies from 9 countries. The countries with the most exhibitors were Austria (47), Germany (25), Netherlands (4) and Belgium (2).
Austria’s electronic retail channel converges in late September in Linz for a two-day business meeting. The fair runs on 25 and 26 September from 09:00 to 18:00 at the Design Center Linz and maps current supplier priorities for specialty retailers.
Dates and venue details
Elektro Fachhandelstage 2026 takes place on 25 and 26 September at Design Center Linz, Europaplatz 1, 4020 Linz. Opening hours are 09:00 to 18:00. The event is organized by Messezentrum Salzburg GmbH, which provides operational contact points for exhibitors and press.
Sector focus and exhibitor profile
Exhibitors concentrate on consumer electronics and household appliances. Official information also highlights product areas related to photovoltaic solutions and e-mobility, extending the fair’s commercial scope toward energy and electric transport solutions alongside traditional retail assortments.
Program highlights
Key initiatives include the People’s Choice Trophy for nominated product innovations and the Green Choice Trophy recognizing sustainable product developments. On 25 September the Lehrlingstag features the FUTURE OF SALES AWARD aimed at young talent. These formats position the fair as a showcase for new product entries and procurement criteria for the specialist channel.
Key figures
The 2026 edition lists 72 exhibitors and approximately 2,000 trade visitors. Those figures indicate the fair’s scale and the density of commercial contacts available to buyers and suppliers.
Practical tips for B2B prospecting in Linz
- Set clear visit goals and shortlist exhibitors by product fit and catalogue relevance.
- Focus the first day on appliance and consumer electronics launches and the second on complementary areas such as photovoltaics and e-mobility.
- Bring technical samples or digital product sheets to speed up purchasing decisions and commercial terms.
- Schedule meetings in advance with exhibitors shown in the official directory and plan 30 to 45 minute slots for demos and negotiations.
- Capture leads with quick notes and product photos for efficient post-show follow up.
Final note
Retailers and distributors active in consumer electronics or household appliances should allocate time for targeted meetings and assess sustainable and energy-related offers. Check logistical and entry details at the official site http://www.elektrofachhandelstage.at and confirm appointments before arriving in Linz.
Registration and tickets on the official website: tickets.mzs.at
