Demand for advanced materials in filtration, hygiene and construction concentrates supplier activity in Geneva this spring. Index 2026 brings manufacturers, machinery suppliers and materials developers together to test solutions and close commercial cycles.
Practical information for Index 2026
Index 2026 takes place from 19 to 22 May 2026 at Palexpo Geneva, Route François Peyrot 30, 1218 Le Grand Saconnex. Opening hours run from 09:00 to 18:00 on the first three days and until 16:00 on the final day.
Palexpo allocates multiple halls for exhibits and demonstration areas. Check the venue map ahead of arrival and plan transfers between halls if your meetings span different sections.
Key figures for the edition
The event lists 625 exhibitors and occupies 50,000 m2 of exhibition space. Visitor attendance reaches 11,500 from over 100 countries, with 70% of visitors identified as decision makers. These metrics should inform how you prioritise meetings and allocate personnel on site.
Sectors and exhibitors to watch
Index covers filtration, geotextiles and civil engineering, hygiene, medical and healthcare, automotive and mobility, construction and building, wipes, packaging and food & beverage. Expect suppliers of fibres and technical fabrics, manufacturers of nonwoven machinery, additives developers and testing and quality control providers.
Use the exhibitor directory to shortlist companies that match your technical requirements and commercial targets.
Programme and feature areas
The event programme includes an Exhibit Programme alongside sections titled Exhibitors’ Innovations and Explore Nonwovens. Dedicated areas showcase new technologies and host product demonstrations and industry updates. The event news stream provides post-show summaries of trends and innovation highlights.
Identify demonstrations that match your product roadmap and prioritise sessions where technical performance is quantified.
B2B prospecting at Index 2026
With 625 exhibitors and a high share of purchasing power in the audience, time management is critical. Practical steps:
- Preselection. Filter the exhibitor list by subsector and compile a short list of 20 to 30 primary targets.
- Book meetings. Arrange formal meetings in advance and reserve time slots for walk-in visits to discover unexpected suppliers.
- Technical readiness. Equip your commercial team with comparison sheets and concise case examples to discuss implementation needs and cost drivers.
- Target decision makers. Use exhibitor information to reach roles with purchasing authority rather than general contacts.
- Immediate follow-up. Prepare email templates and a 72-hour follow-up schedule, assigning a lead owner to each prospect.
Focus efforts where technical fit and commercial potential align, and avoid spending disproportionate time on exhibitors outside your defined scope.
Closing note
Index 2026 compiles product portfolios and process solutions that will influence industrial buying decisions in the coming months. If your remit covers fibres, machinery or hygiene and filtration systems, prepare a technical checklist and a clear meeting plan. For exhibitor lists, floor plans and registration consult the official site at http://www.indexnonwovens.com and secure appointments before travel.
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