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bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2026 Reports Record Industry Participation
bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2026 was a large trade show for construction and mining equipment.
It took place at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida.
More than 1,100 brands displayed machines, parts, digital tools and services.
The closing report said 59,004 people from more than 100 countries attended.
Buyers and sellers held over 6,615 organised meetings.
They discussed equipment for roads, buildings, mining and other infrastructure projects.
Visitors could compare machines and learn about safety, maintenance, new energy systems and digital technology.
The reports give different attendance and date details, so those figures should be treated carefully.
The Greater Noida exhibition featured more than 1,100 brands across 1.45 million square feet.
The closing account reported 59,004 participants from more than 100 countries, while the opening account had expected over 75,000 visitors.
The Buyer-Seller Forum facilitated more than 6,615 curated business meetings involving contractors, manufacturers, suppliers and project companies.
International pavilions, state delegations and technical conferences focused on infrastructure equipment, digitalisation, safety and sustainability.
The event was organised by Messe Muenchen India and the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, with the next edition planned for 2028.
- Who
- Messe Muenchen India, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, exhibitors, buyers, government representatives and industry organisations participated.
- What
- bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2026 was a four-day construction and mining equipment exhibition featuring more than 1,100 brands and over 6,615 buyer-seller meetings.
- Where
- India Expo Centre, Greater Noida, India.
- When
- The reports identify 22 September 2026 as the opening or closing date, but they conflict on the event timeline; one says the show concluded after four days and another says it would continue until 18 September 2026.
- Why
- The exhibition connected equipment manufacturers, buyers, contractors, public agencies and technology providers to support infrastructure projects, procurement and industry cooperation.
Key facts
- Exhibiting brands
- More than 1,100
- Exhibition area
- 1.45 million square feet
- Attendance reported at closing
- 59,004 participants
- International reach
- Participants from more than 100 countries
- Buyer-Seller Forum
- More than 6,615 curated meetings
- State delegations
- Delegations from more than 15 Indian states and Union Territories
- Next edition
- Planned for 2028; dates and venue were not announced
Quotes
Bhupinder Singh
President IMEA, Messe München, and CEO of Messe Muenchen India
“A trade fair proves its value through what happens after the halls close. This edition created strong momentum by bringing project owners, contractors, manufacturers and technology providers together with a clear focus on execution. The enquiries, partnerships and follow-up discussions initiated here will convert that momentum into tangible business and project outcomes across India’s infrastructure sector.”
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“The response to this edition signals a market that is ready to invest. Companies are bringing their growth plans to the show, while buyers are arriving with defined timelines and operating challenges. Our role is to bring both sides together, shorten the journey from enquiry to decision and help promising conversations develop into lasting partnerships.”
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Stefan Rummel
CEO of Messe München Group
“India is an economic powerhouse, on track to become the world’s second-largest construction equipment market by 2030. Across the country, this transformation is visible everywhere: modern highways, high-speed rail networks, and new airports. India plays a pivotal role within our global bauma network.”
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A. M. Jabir
Deputy General Manager of Plant and Machinery at Afcons Infrastructure Ltd.
“We attended with representatives from procurement, projects and operations, and the visit helped us align on a common equipment strategy for upcoming assignments. Comparing configurations in one place allowed us to narrow our options and define a clearer technical brief for the next procurement cycle.”
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