Experience systems that generate value – live at IFAT Munich 2026

Discover the latest technologies in resource management—from recycling technology to the circular economy.

Waste disposal vehicle in use on site

Exhibition area: Waste management and recycling

The latest developments and technologies:

  • Sorting & Processing: Technologies for collection, transport, sorting, and material processing
  • Circular economy & resource management: Systems for recycling and material flow management
  • Plants & machinery: shredders, sorting plants, vehicles, and biological and thermal recycling technologies

Live demonstrations in the halls and outdoor areas, best practice tours, stage and spotlight sessions showcase systems in real-world use.

Visitor watches live demonstration of a recycling plant
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IFAT Munich sets standards

With leading technology providers from over 60 countries and a broad-based specialist program, it is one of the most important trade fairs for environmental technologies. The figures for IFAT Munich 2024 underscore this.

3200
Exhibitors from 61 countries and regions
142000
Visitors from 170 countries
300000
Exhibition space spread across 18 halls & outdoor areas
Panel discussion with experts at IFAT
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IFAT Munich: The most important meeting place for the global environmental industry

Every two years, Munich becomes the center for environmental technologies—IFAT Munich brings together international decision-makers, experts, and innovators from the fields of water management, waste management, recycling, circular economy, air pollution control, digitalization, and municipal technology. Join us and experience technological developments, discuss solutions to current challenges, and gain insights into global trends.

The supporting program offers: presentations, live demonstrations, sessions on current industry trends, interactive workshops, best practices, and inspiring discussion panels—technically sound, practical, and internationally networked.

When? May 4 to 7, 2026

Exhibition areas at IFAT Munich 2026 at a glance

Innovative water treatment in useAerial view of a modern wastewater treatment plant with large circular tanks and rectangular filtration structures.
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Water & Wastewater

Systems and technologies for drinking water, wastewater, and flood protection.

Recycling plant in operationCompressed bales of sorted plastic waste in various colors, tightly stacked in a top-down view.
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Waste & Recycling

Solutions for sorting, processing, and recycling along key process steps.

Municipal vehicle in use on the outdoor grounds
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local authorities

Vehicles and systems for urban cleaning, waste disposal, and municipal infrastructure maintenance.

Industry discussion at the trade fair
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Networking & sharing knowledge

Exchange, knowledge transfer, and professional dialogue with experts from the environmental sector.

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