19-20-21 May 2026 - Antwerp Expo

The ultimate event for metalworking

The leading event for the metalworking industry

In addition to the well-known Welding Week, the trade fair for welding professionals, and Subcontracting, the event for industrial suppliers, we are launching a new event: Metal. At this new trade fair, metalworking professionals can discover the latest solutions in machining, sheet metal processing, surface treatment, 3D printing, and more.

+100 EXHIBITORS

Meet market leaders in welding technology, machining and automation, among others.

NEW: Defence Zone

A unique insight into welding and metalworking on the front line.

Metal Night

Networking on Wednesday evenings from 5 pm, with music and drinks.

BIL/VCL Welding Days

Join free information sessions on standards, quality and innovation.

BC Virtual Welding

Give it a go and put your skills to the test in a virtual environment.

Hands-on experience

Weld your own message onto the Wall of Flame, test your eye for detail in the Weld Inspection challenge, and admire the entries to the Best Metal Contest.

Looking ahead to the future of metalworking

“As a trade magazine, it’s essential to keep our finger on the pulse. There’s no better place to track the latest developments in metalworking, especially since so many disciplines come together in one event. And for those who can’t wait that long, in Metaalvak and Métaltech we will already reveal a glimpse of what there will be to see and experience at Advanced Manufacturing. Keep an eye on our channels.”

Freddy Fierens (Louwers Mediagroep)

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