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• 22.09.2026

  Explore the Power of Four: ‘The Bright World of Metals’ sharpens its profile for the transformation of the metals industry

  With their new guiding principle, ‘Explore the Power of Four’, GIFA, METEC, THERMPROCESS and NEWCAST are sharpening their brand identity ahead of the upcoming edition, to be held from 21 to 25 June 2027 in Düsseldorf. In light of decarbonisation, energy efficiency and geopolitical shifts, this leading international quartet of trade fairs is focusing on even closer integration of the metallurgical value chain. Alongside a fresh visual identity, exhibitors and trade visitors can expect enhanced digital services such as a new matchmaking system, a year-round content hub and an expanded supporting programme designed to strengthen dialogue between industry, research and politics.

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• 03.09.2026

  ‘Made in Germany’ meets Mexico: German Pavilion makes its debut at FUNDIEXPO 2026

  Mexico is one of Latin America’s most important industrial hubs and offers attractive growth opportunities for the foundry and metalworking industries. From 28 to 30 October 2026, FUNDIEXPO in Monterrey will bring together international suppliers, technologies and solutions.

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• 27.08.2026

  GIFA and METEC Indonesia 2026: The aluminium industry creates new opportunities for technology providers

  Indonesia is continuing to strengthen its position in the international metals industry. This development is particularly evident in the aluminium industry: new smelting capacities are being established, whilst at the same time further processing, casting and industrial applications are taking centre stage.

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• 17.08.2026

  India's foundry industry on the rise: Inter Foundry 2026 brings the world to Coimbatore

  With Inter Foundry, “The Bright World of Metals” is further expanding its international presence and will be bringing the global foundry industry to Coimbatore from 10 to 12 September 2026. The trade fair, powered by “The Bright World of Metals”, brings together leading technology providers, machinery manufacturers and end-users.

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  27.10.2025

  Ready for Transformation: Registration now open for GIFA, METEC, THERMPROCESS and NEWCAST 2027

  Four world-leading trade fairs, one shared goal: shaping the future of the global metals and foundry industry. From 21 to 25 June 2027, ‘The Bright World of Metals’ in Düsseldorf will bring together international market leaders, hidden champions and newcomers – from iron and steel to aluminium and other non-ferrous metals.

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  12.10.2025

  Messe Düsseldorf taps into the Indian foundry market: ‘The Bright World of Metals’ partners with Inter Foundry 2026

  Messe Düsseldorf is entering the Indian foundry market with its world-leading trade fairs GIFA, METEC, THERMPROCESS and NEWCAST – collectively known as “The Bright World of Metals” – is entering the Indian foundry market and has signed a groundbreaking cooperation agreement with Inter Foundry, the international trade fair for the ferrous and non-ferrous foundry industry in India.

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• 13.08.2025

  Focus on Southeast Asia as a market of the future: GIFA and METEC SEA 2025 bring innovation to Bangkok

  When GIFA and METEC Southeast Asia transform the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) into an international showcase for foundry and metal technology from 17 to 19 September 2025, South-East Asia will take centre stage in the world of metallurgy.

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  05.03.2025

  Eagerly anticipated – a new type of trade fair format for the welding and cutting industry in Düsseldorf

  Düsseldorf, 6 March 2025 – The calls from the industry for a new platform were unmistakable: more dynamism, more of an event, more modernity. With ‘The Ultimate World of Cutting and Welding – Urban Steel Expo’, or USE for short, Messe Düsseldorf has developed an innovative concept tailored specifically to the needs of the welding and cutting industry.

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• 28.10.2024

  GIFA Mexico 2024 celebrates a successful debut: record international attendance and an enthusiastic atmosphere in the exhibition halls ensure global appeal

  The inaugural GIFA Mexico, which took place from 16 to 18 October 2024 alongside the established FUNDIEXPO at the Centro Citibanamex in Mexico City, has come to a close with great success and a very positive response from more than 4,700 trade visitors from Mexico, other Latin American countries, the USA and Canada.

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• 23.01.2024

  Largest international participation ever: GIFA Mexico is gaining momentum

  The structural shift away from the internal combustion engine towards electric mobility, together with the growing expansion of the Chinese automotive industry – which has identified Latin America as a market for production and expansion – is fuelling an investment race in the region.

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• 23.01.2024

  The Bright World of Metals expands its global network with ANKIROS/TURKCAST and ALUEXPO

  The Messe Düsseldorf Group is expanding its global network in the growth market of Turkey and, with the leading Eurasian trade fairs for the metallurgy, foundry and aluminium industries – ANKIROS/TURKCAST and ALUEXPO – is adding three strong new events to its global metal trade fair portfolio.

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• 20.11.2023

  Post-event and trend report on GIFA and NEWCAST 2023

  The transformation of the metals industry towards climate neutrality was the central theme of the ‘Bright World of Metals’, which took place with great success in Düsseldorf from 12 to 16 June 2023, and was also the subject of much discussion at the GIFA and NEWCAST stands.

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