Wire 2026 brought together 1,489 exhibiting companies from 55 countries. The countries with the most exhibitors were China (356), Germany (251), Italy (178) and Türkiye (128). By sector, the largest group was Industrial Manufacturing (881).
Amid supply chain shifts and rising material costs, the wire and cable industry gathers in Dusseldorf to benchmark equipment and sourcing strategies. The event concentrates manufacturers of production lines, materials suppliers and vendors of measurement and control systems.
Practical information for Wire 2026
Wire 2026 runs from 13 to 17 April 2026 at Messe Düsseldorf. The venue hosts live machine demonstrations and technical zones designed for side-by-side comparisons. Opening hours and registration details are published on the official site.
Sectors represented and exhibitor profile
The show covers the full value chain for wire and cable. According to the event data, 1,500 exhibitors from 60 countries present solutions ranging from rod and wire production machinery to fastening technology and finished wire products. That spread attracts both manufacturing engineers and procurement teams looking for turnkey lines or specialised components.
Programme highlights and special areas
Wire 2026 features technical stages and themed areas beyond the exhibition floor. The wire & cable FORUM Stage and the World of Cables zone focus on applications and market developments. Special initiatives such as ecoMetals and High Potential Day address resource efficiency and emerging talent in the industry.
Commercial prospecting and networking tactics
Sales teams should prioritise target stands by machine type and material specification to make the most of trade floor time. Bring concise technical data sheets and reference cases to speed qualification conversations with engineering buyers. Using the event’s digital tools to pre-schedule meetings helps convert brief encounters into follow-up opportunities.
Key figures
- Exhibitors: 1,500
- International coverage: 60 countries
- Venue: Messe Düsseldorf
Closing note and official link
Wire 2026 gathers the production, material and control technologies that will shape short term operational decisions across the sector. Full programme and exhibitor listings are available at https://www.wire.de, where companies and visitors can plan their attendance.
Registration and tickets on the official website: wire.de
