ACHEMA Middle East will debut in Riyadh from October 26-28, 2026, at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center. The event takes place under the patronage of the Saudi Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources and with support from ASAS.
The launch aligns with Saudi Arabia’s large-scale industrial projects, including a carbon capture hub in Jubail designed to capture up to 9 million tonnes of CO₂ per year by 2028. The Kingdom is also developing the USD 8.4 billion NEOM Green Hydrogen project, which targets production of 600 tonnes per day of clean hydrogen by 2027.
Exhibition Scope and Industry Coverage
The exhibition covers six core product groups spanning the full process industry lifecycle. These include industrial engineering and process technology, laboratory and analytical solutions, automation and digital systems, packaging and supply chain solutions, and R&D innovation.
Programme content is structured around six innovation themes: process, pharma, lab, digital, green, and energy innovation. The event will deliver CPD-accredited conferences, technical sessions, and expert-led discussions addressing industrial challenges including electrification, bioprocessing, AI-enabled operations, and circular economy models.
Strategic Alignment with Vision 2030
Organised by Messe Frankfurt and powered by DECHEMA, the event is aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 and the Kingdom’s industrial development agenda. The platform is designed to support localisation, advanced manufacturing, sustainability, digitalisation, and long-term investment across sectors including chemicals, energy, pharmaceuticals, food production, water technologies, and advanced materials.
For more than 100 years, ACHEMA has served as a global reference point for the chemical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, laboratory, and process industries. The event’s arrival in Saudi Arabia extends this role into the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia region.
Industry Leadership Perspectives
“ACHEMA Middle East is not just a regional extension – it’s a strategic evolution. By bringing ACHEMA to Riyadh, we’re creating a platform where science, engineering and industrial innovation align with the ambitions of one of the world’s most dynamic industrial economies.”
Dr. Björn Mathes, CEO of DECHEMA Exhibitions
“Saudi Arabia is undergoing a significant industrial transformation. ACHEMA Middle East reflects how international collaboration and knowledge exchange can support regional progress and contribute to the development of sustainable, competitive industrial ecosystems.”
Azzan Mohammed, Managing Director, Messe Frankfurt Saudi Arabia
Confirmed International Participation
Confirmed international brands include Yokogawa, GMM Pfaudler, Hach, Beckhoff, Aptek, Pharmadule Morimatsu, Tofflon, and Sealmatic. The event aims to attract up to 400 local and international brands.
Future Outlook
With its emphasis on technical depth, system integration, and applied knowledge exchange, ACHEMA Middle East 2026 is positioned to support the region’s evolving process industry landscape. The event provides a platform connecting international solution providers with regional manufacturers, policymakers, researchers, and technology leaders across the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia markets.