LIGNA 2027
10 – 14 May 2027 - Exhibition Grounds, Hannover | Germany
The world's leading trade fair for woodworking and wood processing.
LIGNA covers the complete woodworking and wood processing value chain, from forestry and sawmills to panel production, automation and surface technology. Machinery is presented in operation, giving professional buyers a practical basis for comparison and investment decisions.
- exhibitors
- 1,400
- visitors
- 80,000
- international
- 58%
Why exhibit at LIGNA?
LIGNA brings manufacturers and suppliers together with professional buyers from every part of the woodworking and wood processing value chain. It is a strong platform for live machinery demonstrations, product launches and international business.
International buyers
Meet professional visitors from more than 150 countries, including decision-makers from industry, skilled trades and forestry.
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Live product demonstrations
Show machinery, tools and production systems in operation so buyers can assess performance and applications first hand.
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Complete value chain
Position your business alongside suppliers covering every stage from forestry and sawmills to automated production and finishing.
Event topics (opens in a new tab)LIGNA exhibitor feedback
"We've collected a lot of leads and opportunities during LIGNA 2023. So we are really satisfied about that. And most important, we have had the chance of meeting a lot of new customers! So LIGNA remains a very important stage."
Pietro Gheller
Wood Division Director, SCM Group
Why visit LIGNA?
LIGNA offers a complete view of woodworking and wood processing technology, from forestry and sawmills to automation and surface finishing. Visitors can compare machinery in operation, meet suppliers and plan future investment.
International innovation
See machinery, tools and production systems from international manufacturers and compare new solutions in operation.
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Complete industry overview
Explore forestry, sawmills, panel production, automation, energy from wood and surface technology in one place.
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Expert knowledge
Use stages, presentations and guided formats to understand market developments and practical applications.
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Call the Deutsche Messe UK & Ireland team on
+44 20 3384 3666 (UK) or +353 1 223 8668 (Ireland).