HOTELEX – Shanghai Asia’s The premier trade show for hospitality and foodservice will take place from 30 March until 2 April, 2026The National Exhibition and Convention Center is the venue for this event. The event, which will cover a footprint of 400,000 square metres, is expected to host more than 3,500 exhibitors, and attract over 300,000 professionals from all around the globe.
HOTELEX, one of three flagship exhibitions supported by the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism (SMACT), is one of three major exhibitions that will be highlighted in the Shanghai Municipal Culture and Tourism Plan. China’s 14th Five-Year Plan. The event plays an important role in the national “Tourism Plus Shanghai” strategy, strengthening Shanghai’s The ambition is to be a global centre for tourism, innovation, gastronomy, commercialism, and commercialism.
In the last 30 years, HOTELEX, a respected international platform that seamlessly integrates the entire hospitality and foodservice chain, has grown into a prestigious event. This show, which includes hotel equipment, catering, kitchen solutions, tea and coffee, bakery, fine food and alcoholic beverages as well as cutting-edge technologies, connects buyers with suppliers from hotel chains, supermarkets and casual dining brands.
Over 30% of the exhibitors were international, including leading brands. Italy, Japan, United StatesAnd beyond. HOTELEX is a strategic platform that many international companies use to enter the country and expand. China’s The hospitality industry is growing rapidly.
HOTELEX Shanghai aims at fostering global collaboration through matchmaking programs, accelerating innovation and unlocking new cross-border opportunities. It is the key gateway for global brands looking to capitalise on China’s Dynamic hospitality industry growth
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