With Automatica China, Messe München is expanding its international strategy and tapping into one of the most important growth markets for robotics and automation. The event’s premiere is scheduled for March 8–10, 2027, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre and will take place concurrently with Laser World of Photonics China. The new trade fair is designed to provide companies across the entire value chain with access to technologies, applications, and partners in the Chinese market.
Automatica China: A Step into the Future Asian Market
With the launch of Automatica China, the organizer is responding to the growing importance of the Asian market. China is emerging as a key driver for networked and intelligent automation solutions. Dr. Reinhard Pfeiffer and Stefan Rummel, both CEOs of Messe München, emphasizes, that with Automatica Shanghai 2027, the trade show organizer is taking an important step in the international expansion of its flagship trade fair. China is one of the most dynamic growth markets for robotics and automation. Their goal is to provide companies across the entire value chain with professional access to cutting-edge technologies, innovative applications, and reliable partners.
Automatica’s international positioning is being expanded
Since its inception, Automatica has developed into a platform for industrial automation and robotics. It covers a broad spectrum, ranging from components and system integration to digital applications. With Automatica China, this position is being further expanded internationally. The trade fair aims to promote exchange between global technology providers and local industry players and accelerate the integration of new solutions.
Automatica China benefits from strong partners
The event is being organized in collaboration with established organizations. In addition to Messe München Shanghai, the VDMA representative office is contributing its industry expertise and networks. Furthermore, the China Robot Industry Alliance (CRIA) supports the trade fair with its market knowledge. These collaborations create a solid foundation for Automatica China that takes both international and local requirements into account.
Technology Focus of Automatica China
At the heart of Automatica China are current developments in automation technology. These include, among others:
- Industrial robotics and collaborative robotics
- Mobile robotics and service robots
- Image processing and inspection systems
- Drive and control technology as well as sensor technology
- Assembly and handling technology
- Industrial software, AI-based systems, and smart factory solutions
The event is aimed at trade visitors from industries such as electronics, semiconductor manufacturing, the automotive industry, healthcare, and energy technology.
Conclusion: China as a Growth Market for Automation
Increasing industrialization, rising innovation activities, and the need for more efficient production processes make China one of the most important markets for automation technologies. The launch of the trade show in China marks a strategic step in the event’s international development. The combination of a technological focus, strong partnerships, and a dynamic market environment creates a new platform for industrial automation in Asia.
