Ifas 2026 brought together 254 exhibiting companies from 16 countries. The countries with the most exhibitors were Switzerland (195), Germany (26), Italy (8) and Spain (6). By sector, the largest groups were Technology & IT (64) and Health & Wellness (42).
Swiss healthcare is accelerating its adoption of digital workflows and clinical support systems. IFAS gathers suppliers showcasing everything from washer-disinfectors to digital platforms for hospital connectivity.
Dates and venue for Ifas 2026 in Zurich
Ifas 2026 runs from 20 to 22 October 2026 at the Ferienmesse Zürich. The official site provides a hall plan, exhibitor listings and tools to save favorites and plan visits.
Exhibitor profile and showcased products at Ifas 2026
The exhibitor mix pairs manufacturers of medical hardware with IT and service providers. The platform lists solutions for laundering and disinfection used in care facilities as well as digital offerings for clinical networking. Examples on the event pages include MEIKO (Suisse) AG presenting multi-washers and Swisscom (Schweiz) AG offering digital health connectivity services. Highlighted categories on the site include IT and consulting, medication and other sector-specific topics.
Program structure and product zones at Ifas 2026
The on-site program groups content by thematic areas and publishes a newsfeed with exhibitor updates. Pavilion allocation helps visitors locate companies by specialty and exhibitor pages indicate hall and stand positions. Expect dedicated zones for hygiene equipment, clinical devices and pharma and cosmetics suppliers.
Practical steps to prepare B2B outreach at Ifas 2026
- Filter exhibitors by category. Use the event categories to create a short list focused on medical technology, medication or cosmetics suppliers. Saving exhibitors speeds up itinerary planning.
- Set a clear objective for each meeting. Assign outcomes such as technical validation, pilot agreement or procurement timeline to avoid unfocused conversations.
- Bring concise technical collateral. One-page spec sheets and short demo materials are more effective than long slide decks. For larger equipment, provide installation requirements and service terms.
- Prepare discovery questions. Ask about system interoperability, hygiene protocols and regulatory compliance to rapidly qualify opportunities.
Closing note and official link
For companies targeting Swiss hospitals and care providers, a targeted visit to Ifas 2026 at the Ferienmesse Zürich will help validate product fit and procurement pathways. Tickets, exhibitor details and the hall plan are published on the official site http://www.ifas-messe.ch.
Registration and tickets on the official website: ifas-expo.ch
