Exhibition
METALTECH & AUTOMEX 2026
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The Malaysian flagship manufacturing and automation technology exhibition successfully concluded from May 20 to 23, 2026, at Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC). This year’s event brought together over 1,500 brands and companies from 19 countries, showcasing the latest innovations in smart manufacturing, industrial automation, robotics, metalworking, and advanced engineering. It further reinforced METALTECH’s position as a key platform for manufacturing industry exchange in Southeast Asia.
Centered on the theme “Driving Industrial Excellence, Redefining Smart and Sustainable Manufacturing,” the exhibition attracted professional buyers, engineers, and industry decision-makers from 45 countries and regions. Exhibits covered metalworking machinery, precision measurement, laser cutting, Industry 4.0, automation control, robotic applications, smart logistics, and AI-driven manufacturing solutions, offering a comprehensive view of the latest trends in global manufacturing transformation and upgrade.
During the exhibition, numerous internationally renowned brands and industry leaders unveiled their latest technologies and application solutions. On-site business interactions were highly active, fostering cross-border collaboration and business matchmaking opportunities. Concurrent forums, technical seminars, and industry summits addressed topics such as smart factories, green manufacturing, automation integration, and ESG sustainability. The organizer noted that the event was held alongside the Advanced Machinery & Engineering Summit (AMES), further strengthening collaboration among industry, government, academia, and research institutions, and injecting new momentum into regional manufacturing innovation.
According to observations from Fastener World’s exhibition staff, most visitors were local Malaysians, with a significant portion showing demand for fasteners. In light of current tariff pressures and international logistics risks, many expressed a preference for overseas suppliers to establish local production facilities in Malaysia to enable localized supply. Visitors were primarily buyers and engineering contractors, while exhibitors were largely from the automation engineering sector, including robotics, automated guided vehicles, and 3D printing.
As global supply chains continue to restructure and demand for smart manufacturing accelerates, Southeast Asia is entering a new phase of industrial transformation. Malaysia is expected to maintain its role as a key regional manufacturing hub. The organizer has announced that the next edition will be held from May 5 to 8, 2027, at the same venue, continuing to provide an efficient platform for global industry exchange and technological showcase.
