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steinexpo 2026 - PI 10, Final Report

Final Report

Bullseye in the Quarry:
High-Caliber Trade Visitors delight exhibitors

What a brilliant XXL spectacle: The 12th steinexpo came to a successful conclusion on the afternoon of September 5, 2026, in Nieder-Ofleiden, Hesse. A total of 62,965 trade visitors flocked to MHI AG’s impressive basalt quarry over the four days of the trade fair to experience the latest construction machinery and processing plant equipment live in action. Europe’s largest quarry demonstration fair was thus able to surpass its already strong 2023 result of 61,700 guests.

steinexpo 2026 - PI 9, steinexpo 2026 has officially opened

steinexpo 2026 has officially opened

XXL Action Galore

The moment everyone has been waiting for has arrived: steinexpo 2026 was officially opened this morning. The 12th edition of Europe’s largest demonstration trade fair for the raw materials and building materials industries offers a unique opportunity through Saturday, September 5, 2026, to experience innovative machines, products, and services live, right where they are actually needed. The MHI basalt quarry in Nieder-Ofleiden in northern Hesse provides the perfect setting.

steinexpo 2026 - PI 8, Well Prepared

Well Prepared

Practical Tips for a Great Trade Fair Experience

In around two weeks, steinexpo 2026 will open its doors in Europe’s largest basalt quarry. For the organizers, this means that preparations are already running at full speed. Visitors, too, are looking forward to unique experiences among the biggest machines in live operation and many other pioneering innovations. But what else do I need to know? What should I keep in mind? Our top tips will help ensure a stress-free journey and the best possible stay for a lasting and positive steinexpo experience.

steinexpo 2026 - PI 7, Confidence in Numbers

Confidence in Numbers

On a Growth Trajectory

In just one month's time, the 12th edition of steinexpo, the largest and most important quarry demonstration trade fair on the European continent, will be in full swing. The signs are encouraging: even before the show opens its gates, steinexpo 2026 already counts 10% more exhibitors than the 2023 edition.

steinexpo 2026 - PI 6, Pure Hands-on Action

Pure Hands-on Action

Look Who’s Hard at Work!

steinexpo 2026 is fully living up to its reputation as the ultimate XXL demo show. In the main demo area alone, over 20 machines from ten different manufacturers will be action-ready and live. Audiences can catch all the action from prime-view grandstands, while a massive LED wall provides close-ups of loading, transport operations, and other high-energy highlights.

steinexpo 2026 - PI 5, Just five months to go

This autumn’s trade fair season is heating up

steinexpo – Just five months to go

In just five months, the who’s who of the raw and building materials industry will gather once again at steinexpo 2026 in Nieder-Ofleiden. Preparations for this XXL demonstration trade fair have been running at full speed for quite some time – and already one thing is clear: this industry highlight will impress with optimized processes, a diverse live program, and numerous attractive details. Here is the latest update.

steinexpo 2026 - PI 4, First Test Run of the Heavyweights

steinexpo – First Test Run of the Heavyweights

On December 4, 2025, representatives of Geoplan GmbH and exhibiting companies met for the coordination meeting of the General Demo for steinexpo 2026 in Nieder-Ofleiden, Hesse. For the first time in the history of the trade fair, this gathering took place four months earlier than usual. This ensures optimal planning reliability for all parties involved.

steinexpo 2026 - PR 3, A Driving Force for Innovation

A Vision Takes Shape

steinexpo – A Driving Force for Innovation

"Since official registration opened for steinexpo 2026, around 130 exhibitors have already signed up, securing a total net exhibition area of approximately 40,000 m²," reports Dominik Rese, Managing Director of GEOPLAN GmbH, the event organiser, offering a positive interim summary on the road to the twelfth edition of this unique demonstration fair in a quarry setting. The event will once again take place from 2-5 September 2026 in Europe’s largest basalt quarry in Homberg/Nieder-Ofleiden, Northern Hesse. Long-standing and new exhibitors alike value the proven “@-Work” concept as much as the fair’s ongoing innovative development.

steinexpo 2026 - PR 2, A joyful reunion meets anticipation

On-Site Meeting in the Home of steinexpo

A joyful reunion meets anticipation

On May 27 and 28, 2025, around 50 former steinexpo exhibitors and interested companies gathered in Homberg (Ohm)/Nieder-Ofleiden for the traditional on-site  meeting. The aim: to learn about the new site concept for the 12th edition of Europe’s one-of-a-kind quarry demonstration trade fair. Attendees received a first-hand update on what's new for steinexpo 2026 and which proven elements will continue. As always, the highlight was the visit of Europe’s largest basalt quarry  – the grand stage of steinexpo.

steinexpo 2026 - PR 1, short press Kickoff and registration

short press to Video kick-off steinexpo 2026

Successful digital kick-off

21. Februar 2025: Since 6 February 2025, interested companies have been able to book their desired space for steinexpo 2026 online - exactly 574 days before the start of the popular trade fair. Earlier than ever before. Another new feature was the official kick-off video conference for existing exhibitors from previous events, which proved extremely popular with around 100 participants at the beginning of February.