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This overview is intended to support the announcement, planning and participation in relevant trade fairs and exhibitions in the sub-sectors and groups of the VDMA.

News from Indian Food and Beverage Sector

Industries in Southeast Asian markets are facing challenges: Is China's overcapacity threatening to deindustrialise the region?

From April 1 to 3, 2026, the mechanical engineering industry will meet in Astana for the Kazakhstan Machinery Fair, the leading platform for industrial technologies in Central Asia.

Our trade fair calendar has served as a valuable guide for our members for many years.

Held on 3rd to 5th September 2025 at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

The foreign trade department informs you about the latest developments in exports and supports you in accessing difficult markets. We support your international activities with offices worldwide and practical information.

The largest energy-related trade fair, SMART ENERGY WEEK, took place from February 19 to 21 at Tokyo Big Sight. Germany was strongly represented with three pavilions.

Foreign guests face various challenges when applying for a visa and entering Germany. Inviting companies can support them.

VDMA Foreign Trade advises you with regard to international markets. In addition, there are various offers from the federal and state governments that support the development of international markets.

The federal states support trade fair activities of SMEs. AUMA has compiled an overview of the support offers.

A new provider of trade fair information is sending out letters that can be interpreted as invoices. The VDMA recommends to check the letters carefully.

China, India, Japan, America, Brazil or Singapore: Our VDMA liaison offices abroad will help you with your involvement in the most important foreign markets.