As Asia’s most dynamic hub for industrial 3D printing and additive manufacturing, Formnext Asia Shenzhen returns to Hall 15 of the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center from 26 – 28 August 2026. This year’s edition brings together more than 350 exhibitors and an expected 30,000 professional visitors across 20,000 sqm of exhibition space – making it the largest and most comprehensive AM event in the region to date.
The 2026 edition will once again cover the full breadth of additive manufacturing, from familiar sectors such as aerospace, commercial aviation and 3C electronics to some of the most exciting new areas of the industry: embodied intelligence and robotics, drones, and desktop machines for end-use production at scale. Few places on earth offer a better vantage point than Shenzhen – a city already home to the world’s leading manufacturers in these very fields. Here, you don’t just see the future of AM; you see it working on the factory floor, integrated with automation, AI, and next#x2011;generation production systems.
A first look at the 2026 exhibitor line-up
The event covers the entire metal, polymer and ceramic application chain, bringing together leading industry brands and emerging players to present a complete industrial ecosystem – from printing equipment, materials and software to post-processing solutions and production services. This year’s exhibitor community spans the full spectrum of additive manufacturing: metal AM players such as Addireen, Farsoon, HP, Haitian, Kings, and ZRapid; polymer specialists including ELEGOO, Flashforge, Raise3D, UnionTech, and Intamsys; leading material suppliers like eSUN, Kingfa, SUNLU, Grinm, and Zhongti; software innovators Deep-Mesh, DreamTech, Meshy, and Tripo; consumer 3D printing brands Bambu Lab and Creality 3D; ceramic AM experts Cera EPI, Prismlab, and Junjing; plus supporting technology providers SCANTECH, Optris, Han's Photon, and many more. In total, over 350 companies will present their latest innovations, making it easy for attendees to compare solutions across every segment of the industry.
Concurrent forums: AM applications for every industry
Formnext Asia Shenzhen 2026 will once again run a full programme of forums and seminars alongside the exhibition, covering technical topics and industry applications in depth. These sessions are designed to bridge the gap between cutting#x2011;edge research and real#x2011;world manufacturing – giving attendees actionable insights they can take back to their own production lines. Highlights of the 2026 programme include:
Thermal Management and Liquid Cooling AM Forum
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Robotics and Embodied Intelligence AM Forum
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Commercial Aviation and Aerospace AM Forum
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Metal Additive Manufacturing Forum for the 3C Electronics & Smartphone Industry
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3D Printing Technologies in Mould Making Summit
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Advanced 3D Printing Technology & Application Forum for the Footwear Industry
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The Binder Jetting Additive Manufacturing Technology Forum
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The Laser and Additive Manufacturing Forum
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China 3D Print Farm and Consumer-Grade AM Ecosystem Conference
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Overseas Market Opportunities for Chinese 3D Printing Companies Seminar
Featuring the Global AM Channel Partner & Dealer Matching Meeting – a dedicated networking session to connect international buyers with top Chinese suppliers.
Whether your focus is manufacturing, design, engineering or business development, the 2026 edition offers a full three days of technologies, forums and industry connections in a city that is already shaping the future of global manufacturing.
Formnext Asia Shenzhen 2026 is actively inviting AM professionals, buyers, researchers, and decision#x2011;makers from around the world to join the event. Whether you are looking to source new equipment, discover material innovations, find production partners, or expand your distribution channels, this is your once#x2011;a#x2011;year opportunity to meet the entire AM ecosystem in one place.
Secure your badge today – registration is free for trade visitors. For detailed information on exhibitors, forums, travel, and accommodation, please visit the official website: www.formnext-shenzhen.com