Renowned exhibitors, pioneering special formats, and a strong conference program featuring top international speakers—DOMOTEX kicks off with future-oriented topics and new perspectives for flooring and interior finishing.
Hannover. Only a few days remain until the opening of DOMOTEX 2026. From 19 to 22 January 2026, the Hannover Exhibition Center will once again become the international meeting point for the flooring and interior finishing industry. DOMOTEX 2026 launches with renowned exhibitors from the flooring sector and, for the first time, an expanded range of product segments including wall and ceiling systems, paints, wallpaper and sun protection. More than 170 new exhibitors, forward-looking special formats and a high-caliber conference program create new synergies across the entire value chain.
New perspectives beyond traditional Product Boundaries
Companies such as Saint-Gobain, PPG Coatings, Lanxess, Meffert Farbwerke, Keimfarben, Erfurt & Sohn, Gardinia and Peter Hüssen will meet leading flooring brands including Egger, Kronospan, Unilin, Classen, Gerflor, ter Hürne and Swiss Krono. This constellation fosters new synergies between materials, applications and target groups. Visitors benefit from a comprehensive market overview, while exhibitors unlock new touchpoints, business opportunities and partnerships beyond traditional product boundaries.
Special Showcases as Drivers of Practice, Planning and Innovation
Target-group-oriented special showcases and formats act as key drivers for practice, planning and innovation, enriching the DOMOTEX 2026 trade fair experience. The Architects Space offers architects and planners a curated overview of innovative materials, systems and acoustic solutions. The Architect Runs, taking place twice daily, guide participants to exhibitors particularly relevant for architects. Practice-oriented formats such as The Work Shop and the Innovation Area focus on real-world applications, new materials and digital tools for the skilled trades. With the Green Collection , DOMOTEX also sends a strong signal for sustainable materials and future-proof product solutions.
A high-caliber Conference and Lecture Program for all Visitor Groups
At the heart of the program is The Stage , the central conference platform of DOMOTEX. Leading experts from the skilled trades, retail, interior design, architecture and industry will discuss the key future topics shaping the sector – ranging from procurement and sustainability to acoustics, artificial intelligence in the skilled trades, and new requirements for planning, execution and marketing.
Special highlight: Boxing legend Henry Maske will demonstrate in his keynote how strength, discipline and the will to succeed from elite sports can be successfully transferred to the business world. The Olympic and world champion inspires audiences with clear principles of success, personal integrity and his credo: “With dedication and commitment, the impossible becomes possible.”
Another key focus of the program is procurement within the German Armed Forces (Bundeswehr), which represents a highly relevant sales market for companies. In a dedicated conference session, participants will gain exclusive insights into procurement processes, requirements and concrete opportunities for the skilled trades, industry and furnishing partners. A must-attend session for anyone seeking to strategically engage with public-sector clients.
In addition, the conference program offers numerous further high-profile sessions addressing the future of the industry.
Annette Levy appointed new Project Director of DOMOTEX
Effective 1 February 2026, Annette Levy will assume the role of Project Director of DOMOTEX. She brings extensive trade fair and industry expertise: having worked at Deutsche Messe for 25 years, she has many years of experience in the strategic development of international flagship events. Since 2020, she has been part of the DOMOTEX team, where she has been responsible for multiplier and visitor management. In this role, she played a key part in the conceptual development and successful establishment of the Retailers Park. With her in-depth market and customer knowledge and her strong connection to the DOMOTEX ecosystem, Annette Levy will drive the continued development of the event as the international trade fair for Flooring & Interior Finishing.
Sonia Wedell-Castellano, current Global Director, will leave Deutsche Messe AG at her own request at the end of January 2026 to pursue new professional opportunities. In her new role, Annette Levy will be the central point of contact for all matters relating to DOMOTEX.
About DOMOTEX worldwide
As the Home of Flooring & Interior Finishing, DOMOTEX (19–22 January 2026) in Hannover presents international trends and products for interior finishing on a biennial basis. The organizer is Deutsche Messe AG, Hannover.
DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR (27–29 May 2026 in Shanghai) is the largest international trade fair for flooring in the Asia-Pacific region. Globus Events, Build Your Dream, and Hannover Milano Fairs Shanghai, a subsidiary of Deutsche Messe, jointly organize the fair.
