METALTECH & AUTOMEX Celebrates 30 Years with Bigger, Smarter, More Sustainable Future

21 April 2026

KUALA LUMPUR: METALTECH & AUTOMEX, Malaysia’s leading exhibition for machine tools, metalworking, and automation technology, returns from 20 to 23 May 2026 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur, in a landmark 30th-anniversary edition.

Under the theme "Powering Industrial Excellence, Redefining Smart and Sustainable Manufacturing," the event highlights the industry’s shift towards intelligent automation, digital integration, and sustainable production practices.

Over the past three decades, METALTECH & AUTOMEX has evolved alongside Malaysia’s industrial transformation. Originally focused on traditional metalworking solutions, it has grown into a comprehensive platform showcasing advanced manufacturing technologies. Today, it serves as a strategic meeting place for global technology providers, regional industry leaders, and decision-makers shaping the future of smart, data-driven, and sustainable manufacturing.

In recent years, manufacturing has entered a new phase driven by smart technologies such as advanced robotics, artificial intelligence, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), and digital twin simulations, all enabling greater efficiency, agility, and real-time visibility. Sustainability has also become a key operational focus, with manufacturers prioritising energy optimisation, carbon reduction, and ESG compliance to build more resilient, future-ready operations.

In Malaysia, manufacturing remains a vital economic pillar, with nearly RM1.97 trillion in sales recorded in 2025, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia. As the nation enhances high-value industries and accelerates Industry 4.0 adoption, ongoing investment in automation and digitalisation reinforces its position as a competitive regional manufacturing hub.

METALTECH & AUTOMEX 2026 aims to catalyse progress by transforming global manufacturing trends into tangible business opportunities. The exhibition will occupy six halls, showcasing the latest innovations in machine tools, metalworking, automation, robotics, precision engineering, digital factory systems, and sustainable manufacturing solutions. By bringing together technology leaders and solution providers, the event enables manufacturers to evaluate innovations, compare solutions, and develop strategies to boost productivity and sustainability.

Geonice Chong, Deputy Event Director, said, "As METALTECH & AUTOMEX marks its 30th year, we are proud of how far the manufacturing industry has come—from traditional methods to the forefront of smart and sustainable manufacturing. Our 2026 theme highlights the vital role of innovation in driving industrial excellence and fostering resilient, future-ready factories. We remain dedicated to providing a platform that inspires transformation, encourages strategic partnerships, and supports manufacturers on their digital and sustainability journeys."

Organised by Informa Markets Malaysia, METALTECH & AUTOMEX consistently attracts business leaders, engineers, investors, and procurement specialists from across the region and beyond, fostering cross-border collaboration, supply chain integration, and strategic alliances.

As global production networks continue to evolve, the 2026 edition offers a timely opportunity for manufacturers to strengthen competitiveness, expand market access, and forge meaningful partnerships within an increasingly connected industrial landscape.