Reasons to visit GIFA
Discover the future of the metal industry
The Bright World of Metals brings together the four leading global trade fairs – GIFA, METEC, THERMPROCESS and NEWCAST – uniting the international metals industry in one place. Discover new technologies and solutions, expand your expertise and exchange ideas with leading companies and experts.
The future of foundry technology
Experience the future. Make contacts. Secure competitive advantages.
The GIFA is the international meeting place for innovations, technologies and sustainable solutions in the foundry industry. As part of The Bright World of Metals, the world’s leading trade fair brings together industry leaders, decision-makers and experts from all over the world.
GIFA presents a unique range of technologies, machinery, plant and solutions for the modern foundry industry. International exhibitors showcase innovations from sectors such as foundry plant, melting operations, mould and core production, additive manufacturing, environmental technology and digitalisation. New products and practical applications make GIFA the central platform for investment decisions and international technology transfer.
Experience innovations first-hand
Discover new products, technologies and forward-looking solutions from leading companies from all over the world. Experience innovations in direct comparison and find out about the latest developments that are shaping your industry in the long term.
Network with international industry leaders
GIFA brings together the global metal industry and offers a unique platform for exchange, networking and business development. Here you can find out about the latest trends, innovative technologies and sustainable production solutions across the entire foundry technology value chain.
First-hand insights
Benefit from a varied programme featuring presentations, expert talks, live demonstrations, special exhibitions and panel discussions. Gain practical specialist knowledge and discover the issues shaping your industry today and tomorrow.
Keep abreast of the latest developments
In The Bright World of Metals’ Content Hub, you’ll find specialist articles, interviews and in-depth reports on current developments in the metals industry. Find out about new technologies, industry trends and the key future topics across the metallurgical value chain – all year round.
Current industry topics
Discover trends and future topics
The GIFA brings together the future topics of the international metals industry – from smart factories and artificial intelligence, through decarbonisation and the circular economy, to innovative materials and industrial applications. Take this opportunity to assess technological developments at an early stage, discover new solutions and gain valuable insights for your business.
Key exhibition themes at GIFA
Decarbonisation & Energy Efficiency
Decarbonisation and energy efficiency are shaping the future of sustainable industrial processes.
Smart Factory & AI
AI, big data and automation are driving smart production in the metals industry.
Circular Economy & Resource Efficiency
The circular economy and efficient resource models are opening up new avenues for the metal industry.
Technology & Innovations
New technologies, best practices and industrial applications are shaping the future of the metal industry.
Reasons to visit the trade fair
Your benefits at a glance
Strong presence, strong brand: benefit from the world’s leading trade fairs for the global foundry and metal industry
Covering the entire industrial process chain for metal and foundry technology, thermal process technology, metallurgy and castings production
Meet decision-makers with significant investment and decision-making authority and lay the foundations for valuable business contacts
Innovation & Focus on sustainability: From decarbonisation and energy efficiency through digital process control to additive manufacturing – experience pioneering innovations
Four trade fairs – one umbrella: This globally unique quartet of trade fairs promotes cross-sector and international Exchange
Knowledge transfer: Specialist forums & special exhibitions promote dialogue between research, industry and users
Frequently asked questions
GIFA brings together the international metals industry and offers a comprehensive overview of the sector’s innovations, technologies and future trends. As part of The Bright World of Metals, it connects companies, researchers and end-users across the entire metallurgical value chain, creating opportunities for knowledge transfer, networking and new business opportunities.
GIFA is aimed at trade visitors, decision-makers, buyers, developers, project managers and anyone wishing to expand their market knowledge or tap into new business opportunities.
Face-to-face discussions with exhibitors and industry experts, live demonstrations and specialist presentations provide added value that goes beyond digital formats. GIFA offers the opportunity to experience innovations first-hand and forge valuable contacts within the international metal industry.
GIFA combines current topics for the future with the challenges facing the metal industry. Find out how digitalisation, sustainability, the circular economy, artificial intelligence and innovative technologies are transforming production processes, materials and industrial applications. The supporting programme complements the exhibition with specialist presentations, panel discussions and other formats designed to facilitate international knowledge exchange.
Yes. Use the exhibitor and product database, the supporting programme, hall plans and other digital services to prepare for your visit efficiently.