Türkiye and MAKTEK Eurasia: The New Destination for Global Players
MAKTEK Eurasia 2026 has once again solidified its position as a premier assembly point for the Turkish industry, having received formal recognition as a “Prestigious Fair” by the Ministry of Trade of the Republic of Türkiye. This endorsement underscores that MAKTEK Eurasia functions not only as a commercial platform but also as a credible, reputable, and strategically significant industrial exhibition on both national and international levels.
Organized by Tüyap Fairs and Exhibitions Organization Inc. in cooperation with the Machine Tools Industrialists and Business Association (TIAD) and supported by the Turkish Machine Manufacturers Association (MIB), the 9th Edition of the International MAKTEK Eurasia Fair will take place between September 28 and October 3, 2026, at the Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center. MAKTEK Eurasia, recognized as one of Türkiye’s premier events featuring high-value-added offerings in the domain of machine tools and production technologies, and awarded Prestigious Fair status, underscores that the exhibition is a robust and sustainable organization operating at international standards for both exhibitors and visitors. The endorsement from the Ministry of Trade of the Republic of Türkiye enhances MAKTEK Eurasia’s privileged position within the industry, while bolstering its brand value and global reputation. MAKTEK Eurasia 2026 will continue to serve as the principal platform for showcasing the prestige of the Turkish machinery industry on the world stage.
MAKTEK Eurasia Joins the Ranks of Prestigious Fairs
The inclusion of the fair among the list of exhibitions endorsed by the Ministry of Trade of the Republic of Türkiye presents a substantial opportunity for participating companies. Under the framework of this support, eligible companies may receive subsidies for participation expenses, including floor space (per square meter), stand construction, and space rental, covering up to 50% of the total incurred costs.
Entities operating within Türkiye that comply with the Ministry regulations and have finalized their payments following the execution of the fair participation contract are eligible to benefit from this support program. The support package encompasses floor space rental, as well as expenses related to construction and decoration. Applications may be submitted via the Support Management System (DYS) no later than three months following the conclusion of the event. It is important to note that the process is managed directly through the Central Anatolian Exporters’ Associations (OAIB), rather than by the event organizer, Tüyap.
MAKTEK Eurasia 2026: Setting Records Ahead of Its Opening
MAKTEK Eurasia 2026 distinctly illustrates its sector-specific strength and scale, even during the preliminary phases of its organizational process. Within the initial 45-day early-bird sales period, booth bookings reached an occupancy rate surpassing 70% of the total exhibition area.
This impressive performance underscores both the high retention rate of exhibitors and the growing interest from new companies. Current demand levels suggest that the exhibition will span all 14 exhibition halls entirely.
Currently, there are 44 international and 171 domestic firms on the waiting list, prompting the organizing committee to address demands for over 10,000 square meters of additional exhibition space. These statistics serve as empirical evidence reinforcing MAKTEK Eurasia’s assertion of being the foremost gathering for production technologies gathering, not only within Türkiye but throughout the entire Eurasian region.
MAKTEK Eurasia 2026 is poised to advance beyond its role as an event that reflects the current trends within the industry, positioning itself as a pivotal influence in shaping the future trajectory of the sector.
Focus Country Initiatives and International Partnerships
MAKTEK Eurasia 2026 transcends the scope of a conventional technology exhibition, focusing on the fortification of international commercial corridors. In alignment with this vision, the event will introduce an innovative “Guest of Honor Country” model, making a new chapter in global industrial collaboration.
Under this strategic framework, a specific nation will be designated a strategic partner each year, featuring exclusive networking events, sectoral engagement programs, and high-level diplomatic participation. Negotiations are currently underway with a prominent European-based industrial ecosystem to serve as the inaugural Guest of Honor, with further strategic details to be disclosed in the upcoming period.
Future-Oriented Engagement Zones
The exhibition will feature dedicated experiential and content zones designed to host as a nexus where emerging talents showcase innovative projects, industry leaders exchange invaluable insights, and the future trajectory of production technologies is debated. By integrating education, innovation, and professional networking, these zones will underscore the visionary character of the exhibition.
The Countdown to the Industry’s Premier Convergence
Organized in cooperation with TIAD and supported by MIB, the 9th International MAKTEK Eurasia Machine Tools and Manufacturing Technologies Fair is set to take place at the Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center in Istanbul. The event will be open to attendees from 10:00 to 19:00 from September 28 to October 2, and from 10:00 to 18:00 on October 3. With an anticipated attendance of over 70,000 visitors, this significant event is poised to further solidify its position as the most critical convergence point for the global industry within Türkiye.
Ucimu: orders index in the third quarter of 2026 rise (+10.5%) foreign orders (+24.7%); domestic ord
In the third quarter of 2026, the machine tool orders index compiled by the UCIMU-SISTEMI PER PRODURRE Study & Business Culture Centre recorded a 10.5% increase compared to the July-September 2025 period . In absolute value, the index stood at 58.9 (base 100 in 2021). In particular, orders collected across borders grew by +24.7% compared to the third quarter of 2025, for an absolute value of 108.6. Order intake in Italy, however, decreased by 7.1% compared to the same period of the previous year. The absolute value of the index stood at 14.3. Riccardo Rosa , President of UCIMU-SISTEMI PER PRODURRE, stated: " Domestic demand remains weak despite the numerous ongoing negotiations. The uncertainty of the international context and the increase in energy costs are clearly impacting the activity of Italian manufacturing operators, who are postponing investments pending greater clarity. We are therefore confident ," added President Riccardo Rosa , " that Italian demand will be able to regain momentum, also supported by the hyper-depreciation measure which, in version 5.0, allows for better planning of investments, which can be spread out until September 2028. " Italian manufacturers' activity on foreign markets, however, has been decidedly dynamic. In addition to the United States, where demand remains particularly strong, Germany is also beginning to show signs of recovery: certainly good news for the Italian industry in the sector. According to data processed by the UCIMU-SISTEMI PER PRODURRE Study & Business Culture Centre, in the first half of 2026 (latest available data), the main outlet markets for Italian supply in the sector were the United States (329 million euros +12.6%) and Germany (137 million euros, +7.6%), followed by France, Poland, and Spain. “In particular, the aerospace and defense sectors, as well as the energy sector, are driving orders, regardless of the country of reference,” concluded Riccardo Rosa . These are the latest sector data presented by the president of UCIMU-SISTEMI PER PRODURRE, Riccardo Rosa , on the occasion of the inauguration of 35.BI-MU, the international sector event taking place at fieramilano Rho from 12 to 16 October . Speakers at the meeting chaired by Rosa included Valentino Valentini , Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Enterprise and Made in Italy; Giovanni Bozzetti, President of Fondazione Fiera Milano; Simona Greco , Hosted Exhibitions Director of Fiera Milano; and Luca Durante , Head of the Capital Goods Office at ICE-Agenzia. The second part of the event featured an interview with Gian Piero Cutillo, Co-General Manager of Leonardo, and Roberto Vavassori , Executive Director of Brembo and President of ANFIA, conducted by Paolo Bricco, Special Correspondent, Il Sole 24 Ore. The event features over 400 companies , spread across a total area of 40,000 square meters in pavilions 22 and 24. The spotlight will be on machine tools, robotics, automation, additive manufacturing, digital manufacturing, artificial intelligence, measurement and quality control systems, components, and enabling technologies for the smart factory. The event, promoted by UCIMU-SISTEMI PER PRODURRE and organized by EFIM-ENTE FIERE ITALIANE MACCHINE, significantly enhances the thematic cultural dimension. Over 50 events are planned , including conferences, workshops, and round tables. New features this year include two special forums dedicated to the Aerospace & Defense and Energy sectors, strategic sectors that will be analyzed through the direct testimony of production and operations directors of some of the main international players and the CEOs of several Italian SMEs. In terms of training, the VLF4EU (Virtual Learning Factory for EU) International Conference is particularly relevant, focusing on an innovative training system based on the Digital Twin of the factory. The conference will feature around thirty researchers from Denmark, France, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Italy. The relationship between young people and the world of work will be explored in depth at the meeting " Value, Future, Impact. Work According to the New Generation ," organized by ANIPLA with the patronage of the UCIMU Foundation. These conferences are part of the Skills Area 's calendar of meetings. Located in Pavilion 24, the Skills Area will host initiatives promoted by UCIMU Academy and the UCIMU Foundation . Among these, ROBOTGAMES , the automation and robotics competition for secondary school students, now in its second edition, will once again be held.
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