World Elevator Expo

The World Elevator & Escalator Expo 2026 (WEE EXPO) is one of the most influential professional exhibitions dedicated to the global elevator and vertical transportation industry. The event will take place from May 20 to May 23, 2026 in Guangzhou, China, at the China Import & Export Fair Complex. With nearly 30 years of continuous development, the exhibition has evolved into a benchmark platform for technological exchange, product presentation and international cooperation in the elevator sector. Positioned as a high-level B2B event, WEE EXPO brings together manufacturers, component suppliers, engineering companies and industry professionals to discuss market trends, showcase innovations and strengthen global partnerships.

The thematic focus of WEE EXPO 2026 reflects the ongoing transformation of the elevator industry driven by urbanization, smart city development and digital technologies. Key areas include passenger and freight elevators, escalators and moving walkways, smart elevator systems, digital control technologies, energy-efficient solutions and modernization of existing installations. The exhibition also addresses the growing demand for elevator renovation, maintenance and service solutions, particularly in mature urban markets with large installed elevator bases. By covering both new installations and lifecycle services, the exhibition provides a comprehensive overview of the industry’s current and future development directions.

WEE EXPO attracts a broad professional audience from across the global elevator industry. Exhibitors include complete elevator manufacturers, component and subsystem suppliers, control system developers, safety equipment producers and maintenance service providers. Visitors are primarily industry professionals, such as real estate developers, construction companies, system integrators, distributors, maintenance firms and regulatory bodies. The exhibition’s scale and international reach support efficient business matching, enabling participants to explore sourcing opportunities, evaluate technical solutions and establish long-term cooperation across different regional markets.

The exhibition showcases a wide range of products and technologies covering the full elevator industry chain. Exhibits include passenger elevators, freight elevators, home elevators, escalators and moving walkways, as well as key components such as traction machines, control systems, doors, safety devices, guide rails and cables. In addition, the exhibition highlights intelligent elevator solutions, digital monitoring platforms, IoT-based maintenance systems and energy-saving technologies. This comprehensive product coverage allows visitors to assess system compatibility, performance and innovation potential within one integrated exhibition environment.

World Elevator & Escalator Expo 2026 will be held at the China Import & Export Fair Complex in Guangzhou, one of Asia’s largest and most established exhibition venues. The venue provides extensive space for large-scale equipment displays, live demonstrations and high-density professional meetings. Its location in Guangzhou, a major transportation and trade hub, enhances accessibility for international and domestic participants and allows exhibitors and visitors to combine exhibition attendance with factory visits and business meetings across South China.

The exhibition is organized by a professional exhibition management organization specializing in industrial and construction-related trade fairs. Supported by industry associations and long-term media partners, WEE EXPO has established a strong reputation for professionalism, scale and international influence. The organizer positions the exhibition as a long-term industry platform focused on technological progress, market expansion and global cooperation, ensuring that each edition delivers sustained value for exhibitors and professional visitors.