CIMES 2026 will take place from May 25 to 29, 2026 at the China International Exhibition Center (Shunyi Hall) in Beijing as a major trade fair for machine tools, industrial mother machines, and advanced manufacturing supply chains.

First launched in 1992, the event is held biennially in Beijing and serves as a platform for business exchange, technology communication, and industrial matchmaking across the machine tool sector. The 2026 edition centers on new technology, new ecosystems, and new development, with emphasis on digital transformation and intelligent upgrading.

Its exhibit structure spans machine tools, automation control and power transmission, accessories and supporting equipment, and related manufacturing technologies, covering metal cutting and forming, laser processing, industrial robots, CNC systems, precision measurement, additive manufacturing, and smart factory solutions.