An international metalworking exhibition
AMB presents new horizons for the metalworking industry. The international trade fair has risen to the very top in Germany and now ranks among the top five in the whole world. The first edition debuted in 1982 and has laid strong foundations for innovative work, researching new products, and networking. Its influence has grown over the years and now it’s considered the go-to event. In terms of products, you have the entire production chain under one roof. The product portfolio has extended to CAD & CAM, CAE, CIM, gears and drives technology, factory automation, building parts, robotics, machine building, metal processing, metalworking, production lines – the list goes on and on. AMB is attractive to major buyers within the industry, because they can discover all new technologies in one place.
AMB 2026
Landesmesse Stuttgart GmbH has announced AMB 2026 will be held on 15.09.2026 to 19.09.2026 in Messe Stuttgart.
Accommodation
There’s always a large interest in hotel accommodation during AMB. Be the first to land the best hotel rates in Stuttgart with assistance from Trade Fair Trips ltd. We are confident to call ourselves a team of experts in accommodation for trade fairs. We’ve helped thousands get affordable rooms and know our way around Stuttgart. You gain access to a large database of hotels and apartments in the city. Give us a price and we guarantee terrific savings. Your comfort is our priority, which is why we always look for hotels near Messe Stuttgart. You can get to the exhibition centre on foot or in a few minutes via public transport. Trade Fair Trips ltd is also here to assist in anything else. Clients have us book meeting facilities ahead of time in their name. We can secure any room with the A/V equipment you need. We also have teams to build exhibition booths!
On foot:
7 mins when travelling from Stuttgart Airport
Not advisable when travelling from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (Central Station)
By car:
1 min when travelling from Stuttgart Airport
20 mins when travelling from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (Central Station)
By public transport:
Unnecessary due to the closeness to Stuttgart Airport
40 mins when travelling from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (Central Station)
Hotels near AMB
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Park Inn by Radisson Stuttgart | 11 | Stuttgart | from € 223.00 EUR | Book Now | |
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Wyndham Stuttgart Airport Messe | 0.3 | Stuttgart | from € 466.00 EUR | Book Now | |
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Mercure Hotel Stuttgart Airport Messe | 4.86 | Stuttgart | from € 455.20 EUR | Book Now | |
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Hotel Schwanen Stuttgart Airport/Messe | 5.15 | Filderstadt | from € 302.00 EUR | Book Now | |
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Maritim Hotel Stuttgart | 12.2 | Stuttgart | from € 353.00 EUR | Book Now | |
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Hotel Gloria Superior | 5.9 | Stuttgart | from € 291.00 EUR | Book Now | |
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Pullman Stuttgart Fontana | 8.3 | Stuttgart | from € 392.00 EUR | Book Now | |
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Hotel Hafner | 17.9 | Stuttgart | on request | Request | |
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Hotel Restaurant Klostermuhle | 19.4 | Reutlingen | on request | Request | |
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Hotel am Schillerpark | 12.2 | Esslingen | on request | Request |
AMB presents innovations and groundbreaking solutions in metalworking every two years. The international trade fair typically runs for a total of five days in September, which gives exhibitors a great opportunity to prep for the next financial year. Programming takes place in Messe Stuttgart in Stuttgart, Germany. Landesmesse Stuttgart GmbH serves as the official organiser. Be sure to check opening times later on, when the official program is revealed. If you’re not renting out a car for the duration of your stay, there are other easy ways to reach Messe Stuttgart. The exhibition centre is well serviced by public transport. In addition to buses, you can also ride two lines of the suburban train system. Messe Stuttgart also enjoys a fast connection to Stuttgart Airport, which makes it convenient to leave the show and directly go catch your flight.
- Exhibitors have access to the largest international markets in the world and trade visitors come with business-oriented goals. They want to research new products, connect and make purchases. All the elements for a successful business trip are there.
- AMB focuses on innovation. Where is the technology going? How can you push forward? Which are the companies making a difference? How are trends shaping metalworking? You find the answers here.
- Product launches are a big hit at AMB. If you wish to generate buzz and have a new product perform well, then AMB is the perfect occasion. Organize a launch and host a demo to best show what your brand is all about. You gain an instant boost in first sales.
AMB receives a lot of support and sponsoring from the major German institutions – VDMA and VDW. This has only strengthened the international trade fair and raised it to where it currently is. Last edition was record breaking in the history of AMB. There were products and services from a total of 1500 international exhibitors, while the exhibition halls were filled with more than 90,000 professionals travelling from all over the world. These numbers cement the importance of AMB as a global leader. Exhibitors are mostly centered in Europe with Germany as the best represented country, then followed by Sweden, Spain, France, the UK, the Netherlands and Austria. However, there’s also presence from as far away as Brazil, China, Israel, India and the USA. It’s important to note that according to the last poll, over 45% of all visitors were first-time visitors, which means exhibitors always have access to fresh buyers. Trade visitors are often in managerial positions and can place orders!
AMB 2022
AMB 2022 was held as a face-to-face trade fair at Messe Stuttgart from September 13th to September 17th, 2022. The event location did not have rigorous Covid-19 safety procedures in place. This was due to Germany removing its national restrictions in April 2022. The edition attracted 64,298 visitors from 71 countries, with 73% having a significant influence on procurement decisions. They evaluated the commodities of 1,238 exhibitors, with 25% representing a foreign country.
AMB 2024
The 2024 edition of AMB was hosted in Messe Stuttgart between 10.09.2024 and 14.09.2024. The event featured the wares of over 1,200 exhibitors from 28 nations and was attended by more than 65,500 visitors from 78 countries. 20% of the visiting and 30% of the exhibiting group were from abroad.
