Central and Eastern Europe concentrates major machine tool updates each even-numbered year in Brno. IMT 2026 appears within the International Engineering Fair cluster and focuses on machine tools, metal forming and automation solutions.
Dates and venue for IMT 2026 in Brno
IMT 2026 runs from 6 to 9 October at the Brno Exhibition Centre. The fair is staged concurrently with MSV International Engineering Fair and parallel events such as WELDING and PLASTEX, expanding the range of manufacturing technologies on site.
Sectors and company profile at IMT 2026
Exhibitors cover machining and forming equipment, automation and industrial robotics, measurement technology, welding, plastics and surface treatments. The fair is organized with support from CECIMO according to the event information.
Key numbers and context
- IMT has been held concurrently with the International Engineering Fair every even-numbered year since 1998.
- A 2025 visitor survey referenced by the organizers shows 82% of visitors participate in investment decisions and 68% were planning new investments.
- Attendees: 55.
How to prepare B2B prospecting at IMT 2026
Turn presence into qualified meetings with a concise plan:
- Use the exhibitor list to build a targeted meeting schedule. The event publishes a roster of registered companies that can be filtered by technology.
- Book 8 to 12 short meetings per day and confirm times in advance. With a high share of visitors involved in investment choices, scheduled slots improve conversion.
- Bring technical one-pagers and benchmark figures rather than long corporate decks. Buyers at machine tool shows value concrete performance data.
- Plan short live demos or video clips that show cycle-time gains or waste reduction. Measurable claims speed up technical discussions.
- Align with firms present at the concurrent fairs to address system integration and supply chain questions in a single visit.
Program highlights
The event lists a “Digital factory 2.0” area and a specialised supporting programme. Recent news items on the fair platform include live demonstrations of conveyor systems and temperature control units, reflecting the practical engineering focus of the exhibition.
Closing note
For teams sourcing machine tools or automation partners, prepare measurable technical claims and a confirmed meeting plan before traveling. Check exhibitor entries and practical information on the official site http://www.bvv.cz/en/imt to finalise your agenda and stand visits.
