Industrial Tech World Asia (ITWA) Shenzhen 2026 will bring interconnected exhibitions covering displays, electronics manufacturing, robotics, automation and advanced materials to the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center from October 27–29, 2026.
The exhibition program includes C-TOUCH & DISPLAY SHENZHEN, FILM & TAPE EXPO, NEPCON ASIA, AUTOMOTIVE WORLD CHINA, the Embodied Robotics Technology & Application Expo and several other specialist events.
For international procurement teams, engineers and product developers, the co-location creates an opportunity to explore multiple parts of the advanced-manufacturing supply chain during one visit to Shenzhen.
Organisers forecast that the combined program will attract more than 3,600 exhibitors and brands, approximately 170,000 professional visitors and over 100 conferences and industry activities. These are projected figures rather than confirmed attendance numbers.
ITWA Shenzhen 2026 at a glance
| Event information | Details |
|---|---|
| Dates | October 27–29, 2026 |
| Venue | Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center |
| Address | No. 1 Zhancheng Road, Bao’an District, Shenzhen |
| Exhibition halls | Halls 7 and 9–16 |
| Expected exhibitors and brands | 3,600+ |
| Expected professional visitors | 170,000+ |
| Conferences and activities | 100+ |
| Advance admission | Free professional visitor pre-registration |
The official ITWA Shenzhen overview lists exhibitions spanning electronics production, displays, automotive technology, robotics, factory automation, machine vision, adhesives and functional materials.
Explore the exhibitions and register
International visitors can find event information, venue details and access to visitor registration through the following ChinaExpoHub event pages:
- C-TOUCH & DISPLAY 2026 – view event details and register
- FILM & TAPE EXPO 2026 – view event details and register
- NEPCON ASIA 2026 – view event details and register
Visitors interested in more than one exhibition should compare the product categories before registering and confirm which concurrent events their visitor badge covers.
C-TOUCH & DISPLAY showcases emerging display technologies
C-TOUCH & DISPLAY SHENZHEN 2026 will focus on next-generation display technologies and their applications in consumer electronics, vehicles, smart devices and industrial systems.
According to the official C-TOUCH & DISPLAY exhibition overview, featured technologies will include:
- AI and augmented-reality smart glasses
- Micro LED and OLED displays
- Automotive displays and smart cockpits
- Touchscreen technologies and components
- Commercial display systems
- Advanced semiconductor packaging
A major feature will be the TGV Glass Substrate Advanced Packaging Zone in Hall 16. The zone will cover areas such as glass substrate materials, through-glass via processing, metallisation, copper filling and inspection.
Industry conferences will examine AI computing, optical interconnection, smart glasses, TGV technology and emerging display applications.
The exhibition should be particularly relevant to companies developing smart devices, automotive electronics, display modules, connected equipment and other products requiring advanced visual interfaces.
FILM & TAPE EXPO covers functional materials and converting
Held concurrently, FILM & TAPE EXPO 2026 will connect buyers with manufacturers and technology providers across the functional-film, adhesive and converting industries.
Its principal product areas include:
- Optical and protective films
- Functional films for electronics and industrial applications
- Adhesive tapes and adhesive materials
- Coating and laminating equipment
- Slitting, rewinding and converting systems
- Precision die-cutting technologies
- Chemical raw materials
- High-performance materials
The official FILM & TAPE EXPO overview positions the exhibition as a sourcing platform for functional films, adhesive products, chemical raw materials and related processing equipment.
The exhibition is relevant to buyers working in consumer electronics, automotive manufacturing, batteries, energy storage, displays, packaging and other sectors that rely on specialised material performance.
Visitors evaluating functional materials should ask suppliers for technical data, certification records, production tolerances and application examples. Sample performance should also be compared with the conditions in which the material will ultimately be used.
NEPCON ASIA adds electronics manufacturing
NEPCON ASIA 2026 broadens the sourcing opportunity by concentrating on electronics manufacturing equipment and production technologies.
Its exhibition scope includes surface-mount technology, semiconductor packaging, testing, electronic components, factory automation and supporting manufacturing services.
This creates practical connections between the co-located exhibitions. A product team developing a smart device, for example, may be able to compare displays at C-TOUCH, investigate optical films and adhesives at FILM & TAPE EXPO, and then evaluate assembly or testing technology at NEPCON ASIA.
The official NEPCON ASIA overview forecasts more than 600 exhibiting brands and 77,000 professional visitors for NEPCON ASIA itself. These are organiser estimates for the forthcoming edition.
The show should be relevant to electronics manufacturers, production engineers, component buyers, quality-control specialists and companies planning to automate or expand their production capacity.
Robotics and automation expand the sourcing scope
The broader ITWA program also includes the Embodied Robotics Technology & Application Expo and the Smart Factory & Automation Technology Expo.
These events will highlight technologies such as:
- Industrial and embodied robots
- Motion control and machine vision
- Smart production equipment
- Factory automation
- Artificial-intelligence applications
- Sensors and industrial control systems
- Flexible and digital manufacturing
Additional co-located exhibitions cover automotive technology, electronics sourcing, commercial displays, adhesives and chemicals, AI and AR smart glasses, machine vision, and industrial colour, material and finishing technologies.
According to the official ITWA exhibition FAQ, the wider program comprises 13 named exhibitions across nine halls. Visitors should verify the latest hall plan before travelling because exhibition layouts may change.
Why the co-located format matters to buyers
The main value of ITWA Shenzhen is not simply its size. It is the proximity of technologies that normally sit in separate sourcing categories.
A display manufacturer may require glass substrates, optical films, adhesives, inspection equipment and automated production systems. An automotive electronics buyer may need displays, semiconductor packaging, sensors and functional materials. A robotics developer may be sourcing machine-vision systems, controllers, electronics and manufacturing partners simultaneously.
Bringing these suppliers together can help visitors:
- Compare competing technologies more efficiently
- Identify alternative manufacturers and suppliers
- Examine samples and prototypes
- Discuss technical requirements directly with manufacturers
- Connect material selection with production processes
- Reduce the number of separate sourcing visits required
Buyers should study the exhibitor lists and conference schedules before travelling. Creating a shortlist based on exhibition halls, product categories and meeting priorities will make the visit more productive.
How international buyers should prepare
Visitors sourcing technical products should prepare a written specification covering performance requirements, target pricing, estimated order volumes and required certifications.
Useful questions to ask prospective suppliers include:
- Is the displayed product already in mass production?
- What is the minimum order quantity?
- Which international certifications are available?
- Can the supplier provide test reports and material documentation?
- Which product elements can be customised?
- What are the tooling, sampling and production lead times?
- How are defective products and warranty claims handled?
- Does the company have experience exporting to the buyer’s market?
International buyers should also retain copies of supplier brochures, quotations and contact details. Photographing a booth number together with the relevant product can make follow-up easier after the exhibition.
Travelling to Shenzhen under China’s transit policy
Eligible international travellers may be able to use China’s 240-hour visa-free transit policy when travelling through China to a third country or region.
According to China’s National Immigration Administration, the policy covers citizens of 57 countries, including Finland, the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia. Eligible travellers must hold a valid passport and a confirmed onward ticket to a third country or region.
The policy allows qualifying visitors to remain within approved areas for up to 240 hours and undertake permitted activities, including business meetings and exhibition visits.
It is a transit arrangement rather than a general visa exemption. Travellers should confirm that their nationality, entry port and itinerary meet the current requirements before booking their journey.
Frequently asked questions
When is ITWA Shenzhen 2026?
ITWA Shenzhen 2026 will take place from October 27 to 29, 2026.
Where will the exhibitions be held?
The exhibitions will be held at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center in Bao’an District, Shenzhen.
Which exhibitions are particularly relevant to electronics buyers?
C-TOUCH & DISPLAY focuses on displays and touch technologies, FILM & TAPE EXPO covers functional materials and adhesives, and NEPCON ASIA concentrates on electronics manufacturing and production technology.
Is advance registration free?
The organiser advertises free advance registration for professional visitors. International visitors can access registration through the relevant ChinaExpoHub event pages listed above.
Can one badge provide access to every exhibition?
The organiser promotes access to multiple concurrent exhibitions through one registration, but published materials differ on the precise number of included events. Visitors should check their registration confirmation to verify their badge access.
A connected view of advanced manufacturing
ITWA Shenzhen 2026 offers international buyers a broad view of technologies shaping electronics and advanced manufacturing.
By bringing displays, functional materials, electronics production, robotics, automotive technology and factory automation together, the event can help buyers trace connections across the supply chain and evaluate potential suppliers during a single visit to Shenzhen.
Visitors should select the exhibitions most relevant to their sourcing objectives, review potential suppliers and complete advance registration before travelling.
