Why participate GLASSTEC?
Glasstech is the world’s leading trade fair for the glass industry and takes place every two years in Messe Düsseldorf. The event brings together thousands of professionals from the entire glass value chain, from raw material to end application. Glasstech is fully focused on B2B and offers a platform for technological innovation, knowledge sharing and international collaboration.
The fair focuses on current themes such as energy efficiency, circular production, architectural applications and digitalization. Visitors will find a wide range of machines, materials, software and end products. Special zones such as Glass Technology Live and The Art of Glass showcase groundbreaking innovations and artistic applications. The programme includes conferences, workshops and networking opportunities with industry experts.
Glasstech attracts an international audience of manufacturers, architects, engineers, policymakers and technology providers. Thanks to its central location in Düsseldorf and its excellent accessibility, the event is accessible to a wide European and global audience. The fair also offers space to start-ups and young companies through the Start-up Zone, and stimulates collaboration between industry, science and design.
Since its foundation in 1970, Glasstech has grown into the platform where the future of glass is shaped. It is the place where technology, design and sustainability come together.
Themes
- Glass production and processing technology
- Architectural and functional glass applications
- Renewable energy and photovoltaic glass solutions
- Recycling and circular economy
- Automation and digital systems
- Safety glass and special coatings
Target audience
Glasstech focuses on glass producers, engineers, architects, designers, machine builders, technology suppliers and policymakers from construction, industry and energy.
Getting there
Glasstech takes place in Messe Düsseldorf, a location that is easily accessible for both national and international visitors.
You can easily get there via the underground (lines U78 and U79, stop Messe Ost/Stockumer Kirchstraße), by car thanks to ample parking, or via Düsseldorf Airport, which is only 10 minutes away.
Shuttle services from the city center ensure extra comfort and a smooth arrival.
Exhibitors and visitors
In 2024, Glasstech welcomed more than 32,000 visitors from 126 countries and 1,257 exhibitors from 49 countries. Visitors are mainly technical and strategic professionals looking for innovative glass solutions, international cooperation and market insights.
