The glasstec 2026, scheduled from October 20 to 23, 2026, in Düsseldorf, Germany, is set to be the premier event for the international glass industry. This biennial trade fair will once again focus on innovation, networking, and business opportunities. It will bring together key players from around the globe to discuss trends, technologies, and markets in the glass sector.

With over 1,250 exhibitors from 49 countries and more than 32,000 professional visitors from 126 countries, the glasstec is the global reference point for manufacturers, processors, architects, craftsmen, and researchers. The event will feature cutting-edge innovations and insights into future trends. As a world-leading trade fair, glasstec sets standards in technology, markets, and business models by combining a high-profile trade fair with a groundbreaking conference.

The glasstec offers a comprehensive range of services for exhibitors and visitors. For exhibitors looking to participate in glasstec 2026, detailed information on how to prepare and present their products can be found on the official website. Visitors can explore various product categories including glass manufacturing and processing techniques, applications of glass products, and more.

In addition to the main exhibition area, there will be special shows such as glass technology live that highlight many highlights of the event. The glasstec magazine provides readers with insights into the world of glass industry through articles like "The Future is Solar – Sustainable and Design-Strong Solutions for Solar Facades" published on March 31, 2025.

The Kreislaufwirtschaft (Circular Economy) is a crucial topic for the flat glass industry. It aims to extend the lifecycle of products while reducing waste. Interaktive Glas (Interactive Glass) has found numerous applications in facades, displays, and smart buildings due to technological advancements and digitalization.

Glas – A Versatile Material: Glass is ubiquitous in daily life. Different types of glass can be categorized based on their shaping and application. The glasstec provides an overview of these categories.

For recycling initiatives in the flat glass industry, circular economy practices are essential both environmentally and economically. Recovered materials are reintroduced into production processes to reduce environmental impact.

The glasstec also collaborates with various event partners such as Golden Exhibitors and Silver Exhibitors who showcase technological innovations and new processing techniques related to glass applications and production technologies at events like glasspex INDIA and glasspro INDIA in India.

By participating in these events or attending as a visitor or exhibitor at glasstec 2026 in Düsseldorf, participants can stay ahead of global trends in the glass industry while networking with key stakeholders from around the world.