High risk sectors such as ports, construction and logistics need practical safety solutions that maintain operations. On 7 and 8 October 2026 Rotterdam hosts a focused professional fair addressing occupational safety and health.
Venue and dates for Safety & Health @ Work 2026
Safety & Health @ Work 2026 will take place at Ahoy Rotterdam on 7 and 8 October 2026. The venue combines exhibition floors with content areas suited for demonstrations and buyer meetings.
Themes and format of the event
The fair is structured around three main themes Personal Protection, Technology, and Safety Culture and Behavior. The Alumni Integrated Safety Congress is integrated into the event and is freely accessible to visitors. Program elements include the Knowledge theatre and networking spaces labeled Network Plaza where suppliers and decision makers meet.
Key figures from the previous edition
Previous reporting records 3,425 professionals and 134 exhibitors and notes a 50% increase in both visitor numbers and exhibition area year on year. Those metrics provide context for suppliers planning exhibition and commercial targets for 2026.
How to prepare B2B prospecting in Rotterdam
Define target buyer profiles before the show. Map exhibitors that supply personal protective equipment, safety technologies and culture change services. Book meetings in Network Plaza and prepare short, outcome oriented demos that speak to operational risk reduction. Equip your stand with technical datasheets and case summaries tailored to procurement and prevention officers.
For outreach, emphasize measurable safety improvements, cost implications and compatibility with environments such as ports or industrial sites. A clear follow up plan is essential to convert on-stand interest into post-event opportunities.
Closing note and official link
Companies active in protection, occupational health or safety tech should prioritize meeting scheduling and demo readiness. Check participation and registration details on the official site http://www.safetyandhealthatwork.nl/eng to secure space in the programme or to enquire about stands. The mix of exhibition and content spaces makes the event useful for vendors focused on practical safety outcomes.
