Shanghai Trade Expo Debuts Over 480 New Exhibits
More than 480 exhibits are making global, Asian, or domestic Chinese debuts at the 2026 China International Import Expo in Shanghai, marking the highest number of new product introductions in the event’s history, Cameroun Actuel reported.
The annual trade exhibition runs from Nov. 5 to 10.
This year’s exposition has drawn 4,142 overseas exhibitors to the eastern Chinese metropolis. The participant roster includes more than 300 Fortune Global 500 companies and prominent industry leaders showcasing advanced industrial and consumer technologies.
Qualcomm brought a prototype of its 6G terminal to the Shanghai exhibition floor for its global debut. Medical technology firms also used the venue to launch specialized hardware, including Medtronic's orthopedic surgical positioning system and Siemens Healthineers' Halcyon Evolve circular individualized radiotherapy platform.
Other global debuts on display include Johnson & Johnson’s split-type laparoscopic surgical robot system and doTERRA’s Perilla essential oil. Siemens Healthineers also showcased its ARTIS genio floor, an AI-native spectral angiography system making its first Asian appearance.
Companies showcase AI massage chairs and medical technologies
OSIM displayed its AI-powered DreamSPA massage chair, while Sony exhibited its Sports Entertainment Solution for domestic visitors.
Medtronic expanded its showcase with a hybrid closed-loop insulin pump system and a radiofrequency pulse ablation system making their China debuts. Johnson Controls introduced an air-bearing variable-speed centrifugal water-cooled chiller unit to the local market.
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Exhibition details for the 2026 event in Shanghai
| Exhibition Metric | 2026 Event Details |
|---|---|
| Event Dates | Nov. 5 to 10, 2026 |
| Location | Shanghai, China |
| Total Overseas Exhibitors | 4,142 |
| Fortune Global 500 Participants | Over 300 companies |
| Global, Asian, and China Debuts | Over 480 exhibits |
What questions the 2026 China International Import Expo answers
What dates does the 2026 China International Import Expo take place?
The expo runs from Nov. 5 to 10, 2026, in Shanghai, China, according to reporting by Cameroun Actuel.
How many overseas exhibitors are participating this year?
The event has attracted 4,142 overseas exhibitors, which includes more than 300 Fortune Global 500 companies and industry leaders.
How many new products are debuting at the 2026 expo?
Over 480 exhibits are making their global, Asian, or China debuts at the exhibition, marking the highest number in the event’s history.
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