A strategic event to promote networking, innovation, and business development in the fastening systems market.
Fastener Fair Italy, the leading event in Italy for the fastener, bolt, and fixing systems industry, has announced a new schedule: the 5th edition will take place on June 24 and 25, 2026, at CityLife – Allianz MiCo in Milan, instead of the previous dates of October 6 and 7.
The decision stems from strong demand from international exhibitors and key industry stakeholders, with the aim of aligning the event with a more favorable trade fair calendar for the European market. Moving the event to the first half of the year is a strategic choice to facilitate logistical planning, enhance the visitor experience, and create new business opportunities before the summer break.
Steady Growth
This decision is also supported by the positive and growing trend of past editions: the most recent hosted over 200 exhibitors from 19 countries and attracted more than 2,400 qualified visitors from across Europe. The event saw intense networking and product presentation activity, accompanied by extremely positive feedback from the participating companies, reaffirming it as an essential showcase for the fastening systems market.
"The success of the last edition and the growing market interest have prompted us to advance the dates for the next edition, with the aim of making the event even more strategic and commercially effective," said Stephanie Cerri, Event Director of RX. "Placing it in the first half of the year allows us to seize an ideal window to foster long-term business relationships and launch new products. Thanks to a targeted networking program, visitors will be able to discover the industry's most innovative solutions and gain valuable insights into the latest technologies presented by leading players in the sector."
The fastener market plays a strategic role in numerous production sectors, such as automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, and construction, and in the Italian landscape, it is growing, also driven by the internationalization of markets, which represents a great opportunity for commercial expansion for the entire sector.
A look at the 2026 edition
The next edition of Fastener Fair Italy will introduce numerous innovations designed to offer an even more comprehensive and forward-looking experience for the industry. Among the planned initiatives are new thematic pavilions dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and hand tools, as well as an enhanced exhibition offering for turning companies and financial support measures for businesses.
The event will also aim to expand its international presence, attract new exhibitors from key markets, and enhance the quality of its visitors, with a particular focus on distributors, buyers, and technical decision-makers. There will also be networking activities, training content, and technical insights to further enrich the trade fair experience.
Fastener Fair Italy is part of a series of trade events organized by RX for the fastener, bolt, and fixing industry, including Fastener Fair Global, the Fastener Fair brand's flagship event held in Germany, Fastener Fair India, Fastener Fair Mexico, and Fastener Fair USA.
For more information, visit www.fastenerfairitaly.com.
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In 2025, exports of valves and taps reached €6.2 billion (+5.2% compared to 2024). exports of valv
AVR – Italian Valve and Tap Manufacturers Association – will be a key player at MCE – Mostra Convegno Expocomfort, held from March 24th to 27th in Milan. In 2025, after years of contraction, exports of valves and taps for civil use to Germany will return to positive territory, with a value of 153 million euros and a growth of 12% compared to 2024 and +20% compared to 2020. Saudi Arabia is the leading destination country in terms of revenue, followed by the United States and China; Concerns remain high about the impact of geopolitical instability on strategic markets such as the Middle East, an area which overall is worth 874.9 million euros for the civil valves and taps sector alone; Other concerns include rising energy costs, currency instability, tariff uncertainty, logistical difficulties, the lack of real free movement of goods, and an unclear European regulatory framework, often perceived as poorly aligned with industry needs. AVR, in the presence of 13 international associations belonging to the International Valves and Taps Alliance, proposes to create the first "World Forum dedicated to valves and taps". The Italian valve and faucet sector remains a leading international player. According to data from the Statistics Office of Anima Confindustria, released by AVR —the Italian Valve and Tap Manufacturers' Association, affiliated with Anima —during MCE–Mostra Convegno Expocomfort , exports of the valve and faucet sector (which includes valves for construction, industrial valves, sanitary taps, and fittings) will reach nearly €6.2 billion in 2025, up 5.2% from 2024, with an estimated total turnover of €9.55 billion. Exports of valves and faucets for residential use alone exceeded €3.2 billion (+6% from 2024). Considering only residential valves and faucets, Saudi Arabia is the leading destination country in 2025, followed by the United States and China. Among the countries, the German market , after years of contraction, is returning to positive territory, with exports of €153 million and a 12% growth compared to 2024 and a 20% growth compared to 2020, reaffirming its position as the reference market for Italian exports of residential valves and faucets. This trend could offer a significant contribution to the European sector and offset, at least in part, the impact of geopolitical instability on strategic markets such as the Middle East , an area worth €874.9 million to Italy overall. Furthermore, among the countries that recorded the most positive export performances in 2025, Norway also stands out, with a 59% increase. Besides geopolitical instability and its impact on strategic markets, what other concerns do industry entrepreneurs have? 2026 will also see rising energy costs, currency instability, tariff uncertainty, logistical challenges, the lack of true free movement of goods, and an unclear European regulatory framework, often perceived as poorly aligned with industry needs. In a complex scenario like this, it is crucial to strengthen dialogue and collaboration beyond national borders, creating concrete opportunities for discussion and cooperation between businesses, institutions, and trade associations. The goal is to jointly address sensitive issues for the sector (such as PFAS, nuclear power, and lead) and identify common solutions and best practices, recognized and adopted internationally. It is precisely in this direction that AVR is committed to creating the first Global Forum dedicated to valves and faucets . This meeting aims to leverage international experiences and offer shared tools to address the main challenges common to all businesses operating in countries around the world. "The Italian valves and taps sector confirms its position as an international benchmark, thanks to highly specialized manufacturing capabilities, a strong focus on innovation, and a consolidated presence in key foreign markets, " stated Sandro Bonomi, President of AVR . " The 2025 data confirm the sector's solidity, but at the same time highlight how complex and constantly evolving the global landscape remains. In this scenario, for a highly export-oriented sector like ours, it is essential to be able to rely on conditions that support the competitiveness of companies and enhance their presence on international markets. The discussions launched at MCE with the International Valves and Taps Alliance are moving precisely in this direction: strengthening dialogue between the sector's key stakeholders and sharing a common vision of the industrial, technical, and commercial challenges that lie ahead." AVR is the federated industrial association of ANIMA Confindustria, representing Italian companies in the valve and faucet industry, with over 80 member companies. In 2025, the sector, which includes building valves, industrial valves, sanitary faucets, and fittings, is projected to generate revenues of €9.55 billion, with exports accounting for nearly €6.2 billion, more than 60% of total revenues (estimate by the Anima Confindustria Research Office). The member associations of the International Valves and Taps Alliance: AVR – Italian Valve and Tap Manufacturers Association, AGRIVAL (Spain), BVAA (UK), CIPHE (UK), EVOLIS (France), FLUIDEX (Spain), IAPMO (USA), JVMA (Japan), POMSAD (Turkey), SAI, Valves and Fittings (Sweden), SPAP (Poland), URS (Switzerland), VDMA (Germany), VMA (USA). ANIMA Confindustria Meccanica Varia is the trade organization within Confindustria (Italian Confederation of Mechanical Engineering) that represents companies in the mechanical and related sectors, a sector that employs 221,700 people, generates a turnover of €56 billion and accounts for 60% of exports (data from the Anima Research Office). The main sectors represented by ANIMA are: construction and infrastructure; material handling and logistics; food production; energy production; industrial production; and safety and environment.
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