InnoTrans 2026 Berlin: Rail Fair Guide & Attendee List
By Ilyas Kerbal,
InnoTrans is the world’s biggest rail-industry trade fair. In 2024 it brought together 2,946 exhibitors from 59 countries and 169,214 visitors from 128 countries on 200,000 m² of space in Berlin. The next edition runs from 22 to 25 September 2026, followed by September 2028.
InnoTrans is trade only, with no public days. That keeps the audience focused on operators, infrastructure managers and procurement teams, which is exactly why rail suppliers plan their sales year around it.
InnoTrans 2026 at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Industry | Rail technology |
| Venue | Messe Berlin (ExpoCenter City), Messedamm 22 |
| City and country | Berlin, Germany |
| Next edition | 22–25 September 2026; then September 2028 |
| Frequency | Biennial (even years) |
| Does it move? | No. Always Berlin, even years. |
| Scale | 2,946 exhibitors from 59 countries; 169,214 visitors from 128 countries; 200,000 m² (2024) |
| Organiser | Messe Berlin |
| Typical ticket price | 1-day €65; 4-day €100; Campus €17 (2026) |
| Event app / platform | InnoTrans app + ‘InnoTrans Plus’ platform |
| Website | innotrans.de |
What happens at InnoTrans
Rolling-stock makers such as Alstom, Siemens Mobility, Stadler, CAF and CRRC exhibit next to signalling and infrastructure firms and thousands of component suppliers. Outside, a track display shows more than 100 trains and vehicles. The show is organised into five segments:
- Railway technology: rolling stock, components and signalling
- Railway infrastructure and track construction
- Public transport: buses, trams and metro
- Interiors and passenger experience
- Tunnel construction
Digitalisation, cybersecurity and maintenance run across all of them.
Where it takes place
InnoTrans is held at the Messe Berlin fairgrounds under the Berlin Radio Tower, with a 3.5 km outdoor track and display area. It does not move and runs in even years. Berlin hotels fill early for InnoTrans week.
Who attends InnoTrans
| Audience | Interest | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Rail operators and transport authorities | Fleets, services, maintenance | Main buyers |
| Infrastructure managers and procurement | Track, signalling, tenders | Large, structured purchasing |
| OEMs and tier-1/tier-2 suppliers | Partners and subcontractors | Supply-chain deals |
| Ministers and international delegations | Policy and investment | Influence big programmes |
| Engineers and maintenance managers | Technical solutions | Evaluate and recommend |
Electric bus in the bus display area at InnoTrans 2024. Photo: Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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InnoTrans 2026 tickets
| Ticket (incl. VAT) | Price |
|---|---|
| One-day trade ticket | €65 |
| Friday-only ticket | €55 |
| Four-day pass | €100 |
| Campus ticket (students, trainees), one day | €17 |
| Campus ticket, four days | €30 |
Trade tickets include Berlin public transport in zones ABC. Only trade visitors are admitted.
The InnoTrans app and InnoTrans Plus
The InnoTrans app and the free InnoTrans Plus platform provide the exhibitor directory, programme and networking. They are helpful for navigating halls and the outdoor track. For sales prospecting you still need the people behind the stands and the operators who visit, which the platform does not export.
How to prospect InnoTrans
- Pick your segments. Rolling stock, infrastructure and public transport have different buyers.
- Map OEMs and tier-1 suppliers if you sell components, and list their procurement and engineering leads.
- Target operators and authorities in the countries where you bid on tenders.
- Plan routes between halls and the outdoor track. It is a big site, so cluster meetings by location.
- Load your list into your CRM before September so follow-up can start the week after.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Unique outdoor vehicle display | Biennial |
| Trade-only, highly qualified audience | Large and spread out |
| Rail and public transport end to end | Berlin hotels fill early |
| Strong government and operator presence |
Frequently asked questions
When is InnoTrans 2026?
InnoTrans 2026 takes place from 22 to 25 September 2026 at Messe Berlin.
Is InnoTrans open to the public?
No. It is trade only, with no public days.
How much is an InnoTrans ticket?
A one-day trade ticket costs €65 and a four-day pass €100, both including Berlin public transport.
Can I get the InnoTrans exhibitor list with contacts?
The app and InnoTrans Plus list exhibitors but do not provide exportable contacts. An enriched list adds decision-makers and company data.
Make InnoTrans 2026 count
Rail sales cycles are long, so the meetings you book at InnoTrans shape the next two years. If you want an enriched list of operators, OEMs and suppliers, get in touch through the Prospector home page.
Related event guides
- IAA Transportation 2028 Guide: Who Attends & Attendee List
- transport logistic 2027 Munich: Logistics Fair & Attendee List
- ITS World Congress 2027 Birmingham: Guide & Attendee List
Sources
Image credits
- Cover image: Photo: Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Rail coupler on display at InnoTrans 2024 in Berlin.
- In-article image: Photo: Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Electric bus in the bus display area at InnoTrans 2024.
