The global process industry is set to gather in Saudi Arabia next year with the launch of ACHEMA Middle East.
DECHEMA, which organises ACHEMA – the leading trade show for the global process industry – is launching ACHEMA Middle East in Saudi Arabia together with Messe Frankfurt.
The event will be held for the first time in Riyadh in 2026, and then every three years after that.
A new meeting place for the process industry
ACHEMA Middle East is supported by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It will take place against the backdrop of Saudi Vision 2030, which is an ambitious government programme for economic and social development in the region.
The trade show will provide a new meeting place for the process industry, bringing together companies, political decision-makers and experts to showcase and discuss the very latest developments, technologies and innovations. The event organisers are aiming to attract as many as 400 international exhibitors. The trade show will be accompanied by an extensive congress programme.
Shared vision for growth in new markets
Dr Björn Mathes, CEO of DECHEMA Exhibitions, explains: “We have found a strong partner in Messe Frankfurt, which shares our vision of expanding ACHEMA internationally. This includes moving into new markets and adding new, future-oriented elements to our programme. Messe Frankfurt brings to the table its vast expertise in the international trade show business and a worldwide network. At the same time, we contribute our in-depth sector knowledge and technological expertise from the chemical, pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry – not to mention the experience and community that comes from successfully organising ACHEMA for over 100 years. This opens excellent opportunities for us to firmly establish ACHEMA Middle East while reaching a global audience.”
Messe Frankfurt CEO, Wolfgang Marzin adds: “We are very proud that DECHEMA has been holding its leading event for the chemical industry at our Frankfurt base for 88 years. This is why we are pleased to join forces with DECHEMA in setting up ACHEMA Middle East and to launch this renowned brand in a new region.”
