Following a strategic review of market conditions and the regional business environment, Messe Frankfurt Saudi Arabia together with DECHEMA has decided that the inaugural edition of ACHEMA Middle East will now take place from 11–13 October 2027 at Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center.
The decision to move the show to 2027 reflects a strategic commitment to providing the strongest possible platform for business, networking, and technology exchange, as well as partnership development across regional and international process industries.
The move also follows discussions with exhibitors and key industry partners. With the full support of the Saudi Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, ACHEMA Middle East remains firmly aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 and the Kingdom’s long-term industrial transformation agenda.
Alesya Deyanova, Show Manager, ACHEMA Middle East, said: “Following consultation with our exhibitors, partners, government stakeholders and industry leaders, we have made the decision to move ACHEMA Middle East to October 2027. The revised dates will allow us to maximise industry participation and deliver the strongest possible debut edition from day one.
“Saudi Arabia is undergoing a remarkable period of industrial growth and transformation, and ACHEMA Middle East will play an important role in connecting global expertise with the opportunities emerging across the Kingdom and the wider region. We remain fully committed to delivering a world-class event that serves the long-term interests of the process industries and supports the ambitions of Vision 2030.”
Designed to enhance the visitor and exhibitor experience, the new venue at Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center offers state-of-the-art facilities and a strategic location near King Khalid International Airport, enabling efficient logistics for exhibitors, partners, and attendees. In addition, visitors can expect a dynamic exhibition and conference experience centred on six core themes: Process Innovation, Pharma Innovation, Lab Innovation, Digital Innovation, Green Innovation, and Energy Innovation.
These themes will explore some of the most significant developments shaping the future of industry, including advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, industrial digitalisation, pharmaceutical technologies, laboratory automation, hydrogen, carbon management, circular economy initiatives and clean energy solutions.
Many international brands, specialised country pavilions, and regional industrial buyers have already confirmed their participation, creating a powerful meeting point for organisations looking to strengthen their presence within the Kingdom and the growing neighbouring markets.