Formnext Asia Shenzhen 2026 | 3D Printing Conference & Trade Fair | Aug 26-28

Formnext Asia Shenzhen 2026 — South China's leading trade fair for additive manufacturing (AM) and 3D printing technologies — returns for its 8th edition from August 26 to 28, 2026 at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center in Bao'an District. Organized by Guangzhou Guangya Messe Frankfurt, Formnext Asia Shenzhen is the regional counterpart to Formnext Frankfurt, the world's flagship event for industrial 3D printing.

What Is Formnext Asia Shenzhen?

Formnext Asia Shenzhen is the most influential 3D printing conference and trade fair in Shenzhen, covering the entire additive manufacturing process chain — from industrial AM equipment and raw materials to software, post-processing, quality control, and end-use applications. The 2025 edition concluded with a record-breaking 78% growth in visitor attendance and a 158% increase in international visitors, cementing Shenzhen's position as Asia's additive manufacturing hub.

Why Formnext Asia Shenzhen Is Asia's Flagship AM Event

The 2025 show floor drew 20,715 professional visitors from 64 countries and regions, with materials exhibitor numbers alone up 76% year-over-year. Past editions have featured the world's leading AM brands including HP, Bright Laser Technologies, eSun, Farsoon, HBD, Kexcelled, PollyPolymer, TenDimensions, TPM3D, Han's Laser, ChuangLian 3D, FLOW-3D, Siemens, and ASTM International.

What to Expect at the 3D Printing Conference in Shenzhen

Featured topics and exhibit categories include:

• Industrial 3D printers — metal AM (SLM, DMLS, EBM), polymer AM (SLS, SLA, FDM), ceramic AM, and binder jetting
• AM raw materials — metal powders (titanium, aluminum, stainless steel), photopolymer resins, engineering-grade filaments, ceramic slurries
• Design and simulation software — generative design, topology optimization, build-preparation tools
• Post-processing and finishing — CNC machining, surface treatment, dyeing, polishing
• Quality control and inspection — CT scanning, dimensional metrology
• 3D printing services bureaus — on-demand parts production, prototyping

Concurrent Forums & Special Programs at Formnext Asia Shenzhen 2026

The show runs a deeply technical fringe program with multiple co-located summits:

• Thermal Management & Liquid Cooling AM Forum
• Commercial Aviation & Aerospace AM Forum
• Robotics & Embodied Intelligence AM Forum
• Laser & Additive Manufacturing Forum
• Global AM Channel Partner & Dealer Matching Meeting
• Technology & Application Forum for the Footwear Industry
• 3D Print Farm & Consumer-Grade AM Ecosystem Conference
• 3D Printing Technologies in Mould Making Summit
• Formnext Asia Shenzhen Maker Day
• Metal AM Forum for the 3C Electronics & Smartphone Industry

Who Should Attend Formnext Asia Shenzhen 2026?

The event is built for additive manufacturing professionals, end-users and decision-makers across:

• Aerospace, aviation and drone manufacturing
• Automotive and EV component production
• Consumer electronics, smartphones and 3C devices
• Medical devices, dental and orthopedic implants
• Mould and die making
• Robotics and embodied intelligence
• Footwear and apparel manufacturing
• Industrial design, prototyping and small-batch production

Visitor Information & How to Register for the 3D Printing Expo

Formnext Asia Shenzhen is a professional trade fair. Visitor registration is available on the official Formnext Asia Shenzhen 2026 website. Exhibitor booth applications and the 2026 show brochure can also be downloaded directly from the official site.

About the Organizer

Formnext Asia Shenzhen is organized by Guangzhou Guangya Messe Frankfurt Co., Ltd., part of the Messe Frankfurt Group — the same team behind Formnext Frankfurt, the world's largest industrial additive manufacturing trade fair.

Info: Professional visitors only | Aug 26 – 28, 2026 | Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center (Bao'an New Hall) | 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM daily | 8th edition | 200+ exhibitors | 20,000+ professional visitors from 64 countries