NMF EXPO 2026: Russia’s National Metalworking Forum
The National Metalworking Forum (NMF EXPO) is a key event in Russia’s industrial calendar, bringing together professionals from the machine building and metalworking sectors. The 2026 edition will take place from October 6-9, 2026 at the Crocus Expo International Exhibition Centre in Moscow.
A Forum with Strong Industry Backing
NMF EXPO stands out as Russia’s only exhibition organised directly by an industry association — the National Union of Equipment and Tool Manufacturers and Suppliers for Metalworking (NSPOIM). The event is also supported by the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (RSPP), lending it significant authority and influence.
Exhibition Scale and Growth
The forum has shown consistent growth since its launch. The 2024 edition featured 71 exhibitors (a 51% increase year-on-year) and attracted 4,206 specialists from 20 countries, with 75% of visitors involved in purchasing decisions. The 2025 edition reached over 6,700 visitors, an exhibition area of 7,090 m², and 81 exhibitors from 12 countries and 69 Russian regions.
For 2026, the event expects to welcome more than 7,000 specialists from across Russia and abroad, with over 100 exhibitors and 50+ speakers.
Exhibition Coverage: 8 Thematic Sections
The exhibition covers the full spectrum of metalworking technologies across eight key sections:
- Machine tools and metalworking equipment
- Metal-cutting tools and accessories
- Control and measuring equipment
- Robotics, automation, software, and engineering
- Lubricants and cutting fluids
- Repair and modernisation of equipment
- Labour protection and personal protective equipment
- Components and technological equipment
Who Attends?
The forum attracts a highly qualified professional audience. According to 2025 visitor data:
- 45% were engineers and technical experts
- 23% were company owners and CEOs
- 18% were department managers
- 79% of all visitors participated in purchasing decisions
Visitors attend with clear business objectives: 43% aim to procure products and services, 36% to gather market information, and 31% to establish new business connections.
Business Programme and Industry Focus
The four-day business programme is a central feature of NMF EXPO, focusing on strategic industry issues:
- Market overview of the machine tool industry in Russia and globally
- Import substitution and production localisation strategies
- Additive technologies and Industry 4.0 solutions
- Russia-China business dialogue on technology cooperation
- Government support measures for machine building
In 2024, the forum also facilitated key agreements, including a partnership with the National Association of Robotics Market Participants (NAURR).
NMF EXPO and Weldex: A Powerful Synergy
A key advantage of the event is its co-location with Weldex, the International Welding Materials, Equipment and Technology Exhibition. This creates a unified industrial platform covering both metalworking and welding technologies, significantly expanding the visitor base and business opportunities for exhibitors.
Visitor Information
- Dates: October 6-9, 2026
- Venue: Crocus Expo International Exhibition Centre, Moscow
- Admission: Free with online pre-registration
NMF EXPO 2026 positions itself as a vital meeting point for the metalworking industry. With its strong association backing, growing international participation, comprehensive product coverage, and strategic co-location with Weldex, the forum offers a powerful platform for discovering new technologies, establishing business partnerships, and navigating the evolving landscape of Russia’s machine tool sector.
