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IFAT Munich Solutions for Water, Recycling and Circularity
May 29–June 1, 2028

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IFAT Munich 2026: The Global Hub for Environmental Technologies

IFAT Munich is the most important industry meeting place and the heart of the largest international network for environmental technologies.

In May 2026, around 3,400 exhibitors from around 60 countries and rgions presented their strategies and innovations. Discover pioneering solutions for water, recycling, and circularity.

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7 Opportunities for Germany’s Circular Economy

How can the circular economy strengthen competitiveness, resilience, and economic growth? A recent BDI study highlights its economic potential—and wha ...

IFAT Munich x SZ—Strong partnership focused on circularity

IFAT Munich and Süddeutsche Zeitung are combining their expertise to bring together ecological innovation, economic responsibility, and security polic ...

Students at IFAT Munich: My personal AI favorite

Which AI applications are capturing the imagination of the next generation of environmental technology professionals? Students from the Cologne Univer ...

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IFAT Network

Not only in Munich do we showcase solutions for water, recycling, and circularity. Through our global IFAT Network, we establish platforms at key locations in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas for innovations with global impact, connecting experts worldwide and driving groundbreaking future solutions.

May 29–June 1, 2028 Munich

IFAT Munich 2028

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September 9–11, 2026 Mumbai

IFAT India 2026

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September 16–18, 2026 Chengdu

IE expo Chengdu 2026

New Date

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October 20–22, 2026 Dubai

WETEX 2026 (German participation)