Metallurgy, Metalworking, Mechanical Engineering, Subcontracting
METAL MATERIA 2026 — SME Fair for Metallurgy, Metalworking and Engineering
- Dates
- Venue and location
- Piacenza Expo, Piacenza, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
About this exhibition
METAL MATERIA is the B2B trade fair dedicated to the mechanical engineering sector, representing an innovative platform that spans the entire production cycle, from raw materials to the first stages of material processing. The 2026 edition (2nd edition) takes place November 5-6, 2026 at Piacenza Expo, in a city strategically located near key manufacturing districts with a long-standing trade fair tradition. Hours: Thursday 9:30-17:30, Friday 9:30-16:30. Metal Materia's distinguishing feature is the integrated approach encompassing professional training activities, skills search, cross-sectoral relationships between industries, information and data management, and innovation in the energy and digital transition. Designed specifically for SME needs.
Exhibitor profile
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in metallurgy and metalworking — foundries, laser cutting, mechanical industry, mechanical subcontracting, steel, welding, aluminium, thermal treatments, siderurgical. Suppliers of essential services (industrial logistics, design and digital consulting)
Visitor profile
Professional visitors: leaders of the sector, entrepreneurs, professional operators, innovators and decision-makers. Online ticket sales open in advance.
About the organiser
Piacenza Expo S.p.A. — Italian trade-fair organiser based in Piacenza (Emilia-Romagna). Organises METAL MATERIA specifically for SMEs, offering solutions and technologies suited to their size and budget.
Sessions
PIT STOPS — workshop sessions of 50 minutes each on Digital Transition (Industry 4.0, automation, IoT, big data), targeting purchasing departments and industry professionals
Partners
Confapi Industria Piacenza; Confindustria Piacenza
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- Dates
- Location
- Piacenza, Emilia-Romagna, Italy