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DOMOTEX 2026: Strong New Partnerships & Optimized Participation Formats Resonate with Industry

DOMOTEX 2026 organizer reports strong new partnerships and optimized participation formats resonate with the industry.

5/7/2025
Rendering of a dramatic entry and space with multiple interior finishings
The now carpet and flooring event expands its category reach to include more interior finishing products for the 2026 edition.
 
HANNOVER, Germany -- Preparations for the biennial DOMOTEX 2026, scheduled for Jan. 19- 22 at the Hannover Exhibition Grounds, are in full swing, and the positive response to the new concept confirms the relevance of the world’s leading trade fair for carpets, flooring and interior finishing. The newly introduced participation formats, in particular, have been well received by the market, the show organizer reports. In addition, strong partners such as DECOR-UNION and MEGA have reaffirmed their cooperation with DOMOTEX.

Retailers Park: Successful Concept to be Expanded

The proven Retailers Park format, which already served as a central meeting point for retailers and craftsmen last year, will be further developed in 2026. With DECOR-UNION and MEGA once again on board, two strong partners will offer a unique platform for networking and industry exchange. A new, craftsman-oriented area called “The Work Shop” will showcase products, techniques, and innovations from Retailers Park exhibitors on a daily basis.

Strong Partnerships as a Key Success Factor

One of DOMOTEX’s key success factors is its extensive partner network. By working closely with national and international multipliers, the trade fair continues to expand its global visitor outreach. Several new partnerships have recently been formed, including with the European DIY Retail Association (EDRA), the German DIY, Building and Garden Trade Association (BHB), the Federal Association of Wholesale, Home & Colour (GHF), and the Manufacturers Association for Home & Garden. These collaborations offer exhibitors greater visibility and extend the reach for showcasing innovations and new solutions.

Flexible Participation Options for Every Budget

Especially in economically challenging times, many companies need to carefully plan their trade fair participation. DOMOTEX therefore offers cost-optimized participation options for almost all special formats. Whether it's the Wall & Colour Park, Architects Space, DIY Boulevard, or Retailers Park – these formats allow exhibitors to make a strong impression even with smaller, more focused presentations.

“We understand that investments in trade fair participation must be considered carefully. That’s why we’ve developed flexible participation models that make it possible for any company to be part of DOMOTEX – regardless of budget or stand concept. DOMOTEX provides a platform for all those who want to actively shape the future of the market,” says Sonia Wedell-Castellano, Global Director DOMOTEX. She adds: “This makes it all the more important that DOMOTEX delivers compelling, relevant content – topics that matter to the industry and offer concrete answers to today’s challenges.”

As the Home of Flooring & Interior Finishing, DOMOTEX (19–22 January 2026 in Hanover) presents international trends and products for interior finishing every two years. It is organized by Deutsche Messe AG in Hanover. Click here to learn more.

DOMOTEX Middle East (22–24 April 2025 in Dubai) is the international trade fair for carpets and floor coverings for the Middle East, Near East, and Turkey. It is organized by Deutsche Messe AG in Hanover.

DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR (26–28 May 2025 in Shanghai) is the largest international trade show for floor coverings in the Asia-Pacific region. It is organized jointly by Globus Events, Build Your Dream, and Hannover Milano Fairs Shanghai, a subsidiary of Deutsche Messe.
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