Expo and conference · Bangkok, Thailand · Major show
Metalex 2026
Machine Tools · Metalworking · Welding, Cutting
Key numbers
- Exhibitors
- 2,700in 2015, organiser's figure
- Visitors
- 66,000in 2015, organiser's figure
- Floor space
- 46,000 m²in 2014, organiser's figure
- Editions on record
- 7first in 2010
About Metalex
ASEAN's Largest International Machine Tools and Metalworking Technologies Trade Exhibition and Conference - 28th Edition
At METALEX 2014, under the theme of “The Pride of ASEAN. Shifting Metalworking Paradigm,” you and over 70,000 manufacturing industrialists will discover countless new ways of upgrading your productivity from over 4,000 new machinery and technologies on exhibit and live demonstrations by over 2,700 brands from 50 countries including 9 International Pavilions. The exclusive launch pad of many new innovations to make their debuts for the first time in ASEAN and Thailand. The most comprehensive range of technologies ever!
Three annual industry conferences, i.e. namely "METALEX Congress," "METALEX Nano Forum" and "Metallurgy Forum," will uncover new industry direction, business strategies, and industrial advancements with delegates, Come learn new know-how and best practices and find solutions to your questions from experts while expanding your business network. Also, choose from any topic of "METALEX Conference" that sparks your interest; endorsed and supported by respected international trade associations and organizations, the sessions will usher you to the new level of productivity and business success.
Widen the horizon of your business connections with the innovators and influencers in industrial community with our business inducing activities such as BUILD Market Place, Business Matchmaking Program where you can expand network, recruit new agents, seek new or alternative suppliers, explore new business opportunities.
Come explore the new heights of industrial advancements and business opportunities for metalworking community.
From our listing of the 2014 edition. Details may have changed since.
Editions
| Year | Dates | Where | Exhibitors | Visitors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 18–21 Nov 2026 Dates announced | BITEC - Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre Bangkok, Thailand | — | — |
| 2015 | 20–23 Nov 2015 | BITEC - Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre Bangkok, Thailand | 2,700 | 66,000 |
| 2014 | 19–22 Nov 2014 | BITEC - Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre Bangkok, Thailand | — | 68,000 |
| 2013 | 20–23 Nov 2013 | BITEC - Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre Bangkok, Thailand | 2,700 | 66,000 |
| 2012 | 21–24 Nov 2012 | BITEC - Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre Bangkok, Thailand | 2,700 | 66,000 |
| 2011 | 21–24 Dec 2011 | BITEC - Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre Bangkok, Thailand | 700 | 67,000 |
| 2010 | 24–27 Nov 2010 | BITEC - Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre Bangkok, Thailand | 3,000 | 55,000 |
Past editions from the bvents archive (2008–2019) and organiser figures where they were published.
Questions
When is Metalex?
18–21 Nov 2026 — dates announced on the organiser's website.
Where is it held?
The 2014 edition was at BITEC - Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre, Bangkok, Thailand. The organiser hasn't confirmed the venue for this edition yet.
How often does it take place?
Annual, judging by the 7 editions on record since 2010.