From October 22 to 24, 2026, the 30th anniversary International Forum and Exhibition “Russian Industrialist” will take place at the Expoforum Convention and Exhibition Centre. The event will become one of Russia’s key federal platforms for discussing priorities for the development of national industry, showcasing breakthrough technologies and equipment, and identifying growth opportunities in strategically important industrial sectors.
The forum and exhibition is held under the motto “Uniting Leaders for the Benefit of Russia”.
The project is co-organized by the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (RSPP), the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation, and the Government of St. Petersburg. ExpoForum International is the event operator.

In 2026, the International Forum and Exhibition “Russian Industrialist” will once again provide a platform for dialogue between industrial enterprises, government authorities, industry associations, and technology companies. The key topics will include the development of Russian industry, the introduction of modern technologies, improving production efficiency, and strengthening interregional and international cooperation.
The exhibition will showcase technologies and equipment developed by Russian companies, while the business program will feature thematic sessions, presentations, and round-table discussions.

Russian Industrialist forum and exhibition in figures:
- 14,000 visitors from 20 countries and 60 regions of Russia;
- 4,500 participants in the business program;
- 350 companies participating in the exhibition;
- 150 events, including thematic sessions, presentations, round-table discussions, and exhibitions covering key areas of industrial development;
- 12 regional group exhibitions;
- 350 journalists representing 200 media outlets;
- 11,000 sq. m of exhibition space.
Visitor registration and media accreditation for the Russian Industrialist forum and exhibition are now open.
Source of information and photo: “Russian Industrialist”

