Expo Sharjah to launch SteelFab exhibition on 12 January

January 05, 2026 / 3:35 PM

Sharjah24: Expo Centre Sharjah is set to host the 21st edition of SteelFab 2026 exhibition, the largest commercial event for the metalworking industry in the Middle East and North Africa. Running from 12 to 15 January 2026, the four-day exhibition will feature over 600 major local and global brands and 350 exhibitors from 33 countries, representing top industry leaders and experts in steel fabrication and metalworking technologies.

Organised with strong institutional support

Organised with the support of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), SteelFab 2026 brings together top manufacturers and producers, along with representatives of local and regional companies known for their pioneering technologies in the metalworking sector.

Platform for business, Networking and growth

The exhibition provides a high-level business platform to strengthen industry networking, explore cooperation opportunities, and showcase the latest solutions driving the growth of the steel and metalworking industry. Covering a total area of 25,000 square metres, SteelFab serves as a key hub for deal-making, knowledge exchange and industrial partnerships, enabling iron and steel manufacturers to expand across the UAE and regional markets.

Showcasing advanced technologies

SteelFab 2026 offers visitors valuable insights into the latest machinery, equipment and advanced metal-forming technologies, including welding and cutting solutions, state-of-the-art metal cutting systems, pipe manufacturing and sheet metal processing. These are complemented by live demonstrations highlighting the latest technological advancements shaping the sector.

Al Midfa: Exceptional edition in the making

Saif Mohammed Al Midfa, CEO of Expo Centre Sharjah, said preparations are focused on delivering an exceptional edition that reinforces SteelFab’s position as a premier regional platform for the steel and iron industry.

Strengthening competitiveness and investment

Al Midfa noted that Expo Centre Sharjah places strong emphasis on enhancing the exhibition’s added value by attracting major global steel fabrication companies, facilitating professional networking, and supporting knowledge exchange and advanced technology adoption. He added that SteelFab 2026 aligns with the UAE’s national agenda to advance the industrial economy and boost production efficiency through innovation.

Visitor information and exhibition timings

The exhibition will run daily from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and is expected to attract thousands of industry professionals, entrepreneurs and investors. SteelFab continues to strengthen Expo Centre Sharjah’s role as a regional hub for specialised exhibitions while supporting the growth of the manufacturing sector across the UAE and the wider region.