The 16th Shanghai Session (May 8th–11th, 2024)

The WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO 2024 was held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) from May 8th to 11th, 2024. Covering an exhibition area of 73,000 square meters, the event attracted 957 exhibitors and over 107,000 professional visitors, among whom 5,981 were overseas attendees. This grand gathering brought together outstanding enterprises, senior experts and scholars, as well as a large number of industry insiders from across the globe. All participants engaged in in-depth discussions and exchanges centered on the future development direction and prospects of the elevator industry.

To further facilitate the sound development of the elevator industry and accelerate the construction of a sound new development model, the WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO 2026 will be held at the Canton Fair Complex (Guangzhou) from May 20th to 23rd, 2026. As an important foreign trade port city, an international business center and a comprehensive transportation hub in China, Guangzhou enables the exhibition to take root in South China and Southwest China, radiate its influence globally, help enterprises explore overseas markets and participate in global competition. The holding of this exhibition will effectively boost confidence in the elevator industry and contribute to the high-quality development of China's elevator industry.

We sincerely invite you to join numerous domestic and foreign professionals and elites in the elevator field to participate in and witness this annual industry grand event and share business opportunities! In this era full of challenges and opportunities, let us join hands and create a better future together!

We look forward to meeting you in Guangzhou and witnessing the prosperity and development of the elevator industry!

The 15th Shanghai Session (July 5th–8th, 2023)

The WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO 2023 was successfully held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) from July 5th to 8th, 2023. Covering a total exhibition area of 100,000 square meters, this session attracted 1,000 participating enterprises and 120,000 professional visitors. With the strong support from all parties, the exhibition achieved a complete success.

The 14th Shanghai Session (August 18th–21th, 2020)

The WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO 2020 was successfully held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) from August 18th to 21st, 2020. Covering a total exhibition area of 120,000 square meters, this session attracted 1,050 participating enterprises and 95,000 professional visitors. With the strong support from all parties, the exhibition achieved a complete success.

Despite the impact of COVID-19 in 2020, against the backdrop of global economic downturn and rising trade protectionism, elevator production still maintained growth compared with the same period of the previous year, and both the domestic and international elevator markets remained optimistic. Driven by the booming development of old elevator replacement, elevator installation in existing buildings and home elevator market, the elevator industry will face both opportunities and challenges in the future, and the overall market presents a sound development prospect.

With the strong support from all parties, the China International Elevator Exhibition overcame numerous difficulties. We are grateful for your presence and for walking alongside us, jointly delivering a successful grand event to elevator peers across the country.

The 13th Shanghai Session (May 8th–11th, 2018)

The WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO 2018 came to a perfect close at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) on May 11th, 2018.

As the 13 edition of the exhibition, it was also the largest one ever held. With the care and support of Chinese and foreign exhibitors, visitors, friends and colleagues from all relevant parties, it has evolved into a global grand event for the elevator industry.

According to the official statistics of the China International Elevator Exhibition, this session set new records in both the number of exhibitors and exhibition area. It attracted more than 1,300 participating enterprises and covered an exhibition area of 135,000 square meters. During the four-day exhibition, a total of 121,000 professional visitors from all over the world attended the event. Chinese and foreign exhibitors showcased their ever-upgrading new products and technologies, organized a rich variety of activities, and designed unique exhibition booths, jointly presenting a spectacular feast for the elevator industry.

The four-day exhibition drew 121,000 professional visitors, hitting a new high in attendance for all previous editions. Domestic visitors were from 34 provinces and municipalities directly under the Central Government, with those from East China accounting for 56% of the total. Overseas visitors hailed from more than 20 countries and regions. Domestically, the main visitor sources remained Shanghai, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Guangdong, Shandong, Hebei and other regions.

TheWORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO 2018 reinforced its focus on technological innovation, application and elevator safety. At the critical stage of policy adjustments and industry transformation, and against the backdrop of the era featuring continuous scientific and technological development and technological updates, the exhibition brought together industry leaders, elites, and well-known enterprises from home and abroad, gathering the latest industry technology trends, cutting-edge products, cooperation opportunities and industry insights.

A series of important events were grandly held during the exhibition, including:

Fujian Quick Elevator's "Breaking the Dilemma in the Post-Elevator Era"

Ningjin County Administration for Market Regulation's "Elevator Industry Investment Promotion Conference"

Wonlon Intelligent's "2018 Wonlon Cloud Elevator Control New Product Launch Conference"

UDS Computer Information Technology's "UDS Solutions for Digital Factories in the Elevator Industry"

Rhine Elevator's "National First Summit Forum on Inclined Elevators"

Wittur Elevator's "Technologies for the Next 50 Years"

Ningbo Shenling's "Application of Internet of Things Technology in Door Machine Control"

Shanghai Votech Electromechanical's "Seminar on EU New Standards Certification for Special Elevators (for the Disabled, Villa Elevators, Retrofit Elevators) and Escalators"

China Elevator Association/Kangli Happiness's "National Summit Forum on Elevator Installation in Existing Buildings"

Once again, the WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO 2018 delivered a highly professional and engaging industry exchange feast for exhibitors and professional visitors.

The 12th Shanghai Session (May 10th–13th, 2016)

The WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO 2016 was successfully held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) from May 10th to 13th, 2016. With the theme of Innovation-Driven Development, this exhibition covered a total area of over 135,000 square meters and attracted more than 1,200 exhibitors from home and abroad. Among them, overseas enterprises were from more than 20 countries and regions including Germany, the United States, Japan, South Korea, Italy, India, Turkey, Singapore and the United Kingdom. The event registered a total of 120,000 professional visitors, making it the largest and most attended edition in the exhibition’s history. The latest products, technologies and related equipment of the elevator industry were showcased collectively, building an ideal platform for exchanges and cooperation in the global elevator sector.

This exhibition marked the 4th time the event had been held in Shanghai after a 12-year interval, and more importantly, it celebrated the 20th anniversary of its consecutive hosting since 1996. With the care and support of Chinese and foreign exhibitors, visitors, friends and colleagues from all relevant parties, it has grown into a global grand event for the elevator industry.

During the exhibition, more than 20 technical exchange conferences were held, covering topics such as Vertical Transportation System Design for High-Rise Buildings, Development of Skilled Talents (Maintenance Workers) in China’s Elevator Industry, Clarifying Legal Liabilities for Elevator Safety and Strengthening Risk Control, Elevator Door System Renovation Solutions, Making Elevators More User-Friendly, Intelligent and Safe as well as Internet and Smart Parking. These seminars were highly praised by numerous elevator enterprises, scientific research institutions, international elevator organizations and professional media outlets.

The successful hosting of the China International Elevator Exhibition is attributed to China’s enormous elevator market, as well as its strong capabilities in manufacturing, installation, maintenance and repair. In 2015, China’s elevator output reached 760,000 units, a year-on-year increase of 6%, and the total number of in-service elevators hit 4.25 million units, a year-on-year growth of 18.3%. These two figures have ranked first in the world for consecutive years, making China the most important part of the global elevator market. Meanwhile, there were 696 licensed elevator manufacturing enterprises and 10,326 licensed installation, maintenance and repair enterprises in China at that time. Amid fierce market competition and an increasingly stringent regulatory environment for elevators, a large number of small and medium-sized enterprises lacking core competitiveness would face elimination. On the contrary, enterprises with core competitiveness in independent products, original technologies and invention patents would gain broader market space, which is exactly in line with the theme of this exhibition—Innovation-Driven Development.

The 11th Guangzhou Session (May 13th–16th, 2014)

The WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO 2014 was successfully held at the China Import and Export Fair Complex in Guangzhou from May 13 to 16, 2014. Under the theme of Innovation, Exchange and Cooperation, the exhibition covered a total area of over 85,000 square meters and attracted more than 800 exhibitors from home and abroad. A concentrated display was made of the latest products, technologies and related equipment, drawing a total of 112,000 elevator professionals and numerous purchasers. As the 11th consecutive professional elevator exhibition hosted by the China Elevator Association, it has evolved into a global grand event with the care and support of Chinese and foreign exhibitors, visitors, friends and colleagues from all relevant parties.

In addition to the International Seminar on Elevator Safety—hosted by the Special Equipment Bureau of the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine of the People's Republic of China, with the theme of in-depth discussion on the reform of elevator safety supervision methods and industrial development—held concurrently during the exhibition, more than 30 seminars were organized on topics including ultra-high-speed elevator technology, intelligent elevator control, elevator component application, production process equipment, enterprise informatization, as well as real estate and the elevator market. These seminars were highly praised by numerous elevator enterprises, scientific research institutions, international elevator organizations and professional media.

The successful hosting of the WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO is attributed to China's enormous elevator market and its strong capabilities in manufacturing, installation, maintenance and repair. In 2013, China produced 633,000 elevators and escalators in total, accounting for approximately 70% of the world's newly installed elevators, with a growth rate of nearly 20%. Around 66,000 elevators and escalators were exported to 145 countries and regions worldwide that year, while the domestic market demand reached nearly 570,000 units. By the end of 2013, the number of in-service elevators in China had exceeded 3 million, ranking first globally and accounting for one-fourth of the world's total in-service elevators. China's per capita elevator ownership had surpassed the global average, yet there remained a significant gap compared with that of developed countries, leaving enormous room for development.

The 10th Guangzhou Session (May 16th–19th, 2012)

The WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO drew to a successful close at the Guangzhou Foreign Trade Center on May 19, 2012. Covering a total exhibition area of over 60,000 square meters, the event hosted 703 exhibitors from home and abroad, with 29,904 participant registrations and a total of 98,025 visitor arrivals, once again affirming its reputation as the world's largest elevator exhibition. The major exhibitors included a large number of international and domestic elevator and component manufacturers. During the four-day exhibition, all exhibitors presented their cutting-edge products and related equipment in an impressive manner. Meanwhile, 50,000 professional visitors from home and abroad attended the exhibition, adding a brilliant touch to its success.

The 703 participating enterprises included elevator manufacturers from all over the world. Among them, overseas enterprises were from 22 countries including Italy, Germany, the United States, India, Turkey, Singapore, Japan, South Korea and the United Kingdom. In addition, there were 107 complete elevator manufacturers and 561 component suppliers, all showcasing and promoting their latest products. A total of 35 professional elevator media outlets provided comprehensive promotion and coverage of the entire exhibition.

Furthermore, dozens of technical exchange seminars were held on-site. These seminars, themed around topics such as Control Technology for Ultra-high-speed Elevator Transportation Capacity, Vibration Suppression Technology for Ultra-high-speed Elevator Cabs, On High-speed Elevator Control Systems, Interpretation of Standard EN81-1:1998+A3:2009, Application and Maintenance of Elevator Wire Ropes, New Product Launch and Invention Patent Technology Introduction of Contactless IC Card/CPU Card/Nationally Encrypted Elevators, New Technologies for Elevator Control and Safety Protection Functions and Introduction of New Escalator Traction Machine Technology, attracted great attention from the attendees. Participants gathered here to exchange ideas on the most advanced and cutting-edge elevator technologies available at that time.

The 9th Langfang Session (April 21st–24th, 2010)

The WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO 2010 was held in Langfang on an unprecedented scale from April 21st to 24th, 2010. Covering a total exhibition area of over 50,000 square meters, the event attracted 603 exhibitors from home and abroad and registered 8,700 participant arrivals, once again confirming its reputation as the world's largest elevator exhibition. The major exhibitors included a great many international and domestic elevator and component manufacturers. During the four-day exhibition, all exhibitors presented their cutting-edge products and related equipment one by one. Meanwhile, 15,211 professional visitors from home and abroad attended the exhibition, with the total number of visits exceeding 45,000, adding a brilliant touch to the event's success.

The 603 participating enterprises included elevator manufacturers from all over the world. Among them, 120 were overseas enterprises hailing from 22 countries including Italy, Germany, the United States, India, Turkey, Singapore, Japan, South Korea and the United Kingdom. In addition, there were more than 60 complete elevator manufacturers and over 500 component suppliers, all showcasing and promoting their latest products. More than 30 professional elevator media outlets provided comprehensive promotion and coverage throughout the entire exhibition.

The 8th Langfang Session (April 18th–21st, 2008)

The 8th WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO was held again at Langfang International Exhibition Center from April 18th to 21st, 2008. Covering an exhibition area of 45,000 square meters, the event hosted 460 exhibitors and over 7,000 participants. Enterprises from 23 countries and regions including China, the United States, Japan, Germany, Italy, France, South Korea, Turkey and the United Kingdom took part in the exhibition.

During the exhibition, it received a total of 35,000 visitor arrivals, with attendees and professional visitors coming from 43 countries and regions.

The 7th Langfang Session (April 22nd–24th, 2006)

The 7th WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO was held at Langfang International Exhibition Center from April 22th to 24th, 2006. With an exhibition area of 35,000 square meters, it attracted more than 350 registered exhibitors and 5,500 participants. Participating countries and regions included 21 countries such as China, the United States, Germany, Japan, Canada, Spain, Italy, Finland, the United Kingdom, South Korea, France and Turkey, as well as the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and Taiwan region of China.

The exhibition received a total of 30,000 visitors, among whom 3,300 were overseas attendees. A total of 22 special reports, economic and trade promotion events, product launches and technical exchange seminars were held during the exhibition. In addition to the organizers, more than 20 elevator enterprises, research institutions and international elevator standardization organizations participated in the activities, with over 2,000 professionals attending.

The 6th Shanghai Session (April 15th–18th, 2004)

The 6th WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO was held at Shanghai International Exhibition Center from April 15th to 18th, 2004. Covering an exhibition area of 15,000 square meters, it gathered 260 exhibitors from 16 countries and regions including China (including the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region), the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Finland, Spain and Italy. Industry organizations such as the German Elevator Association and the Hong Kong Elevator Association also participated in the exhibition. The event received approximately 28,000 visitors, and a total of 18 technical exchange seminars and press conferences were held during the exhibition.

The 5th Beijing Session (April 17th–20th, 2002)

The 5th WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO was held at Beijing Exhibition Center from April 17th to 20th, 2002. With an exhibition area of 24,000 square meters, it hosted 205 registered exhibitors and 3,580 participants. Participating countries and regions included 15 entities such as China, the United States, Germany, Japan, Canada, Switzerland, Spain, Italy, Finland, the United Kingdom, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand, as well as the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and Taiwan region of China.

The exhibition received a total of 27,500 visitors, with the daily attendance figures as follows: 10,700 on April 17th, 8,500 on April 18th, 5,500 on April 19th, and 2,800 on April 20th. Among the attendees, 2,600 were overseas visitors hailing from more than 60 countries and regions, including the United States, Germany, Japan, Canada, Switzerland, Spain, Italy, Finland, the United Kingdom, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, France, Austria, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Iran, Chile, as well as the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Macao Special Administrative Region and Taiwan region of China.

A total of 27 special reports, economic and trade events, product launches and technical exchange seminars were held during the exhibition. In addition to the organizers, more than 20 elevator enterprises, research institutions and international elevator standardization organizations participated in the activities, with over 2,000 professionals in attendance.

The 4th Shanghai Session (June 26th–29th, 2000)

The 4th WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO was held at Shanghai International Exhibition Center from June 26th to 29th, 2000. It attracted more than 180 exhibitors from 13 countries including China, the United States, Germany, Japan, Canada, France, Switzerland, Spain, Italy, Finland, the United Kingdom, Austria, New Zealand, as well as the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and Taiwan region of China. Covering an exhibition area of 11,000 square meters, the event received a total of 25,150 domestic and overseas visitors, among whom 9,627 were registered visitors. A total of 14 professional technical exchange seminars, market symposiums and economic and trade promotion conferences were held during the exhibition. A survey conducted among the exhibitors showed that 24% were very satisfied with the exhibition, 67% were satisfied, and 9% were dissatisfied.

The 3rd Beijing Session (November 11th–14th, 1998)

The 3rd WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO was held at Beijing Exhibition Center from November 11th to 14th, 1998. It hosted 198 elevator manufacturers from 16 countries and regions, with an exhibition area of 11,000 square meters. A total of 13 technical lectures and exchange seminars were held during the exhibition, and it received 45,000 visitors. Machine-room-less elevators and remote monitoring devices were highly favored at the exhibition.

The 2nd Shanghai Session (July 3th–7th, 1997)

The 2nd WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO was held at Shanghai International Exhibition Center from July 3th to 7th, 1997. With an exhibition area of 11,500 square meters, it exceeded the scale of the previous session. The event gathered 162 manufacturers from 13 countries including China (including the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region), the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Finland, Spain, Italy, Austria, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, New Zealand, as well as the Taiwan region and Macao region of China. A total of 10 technical lectures and exchange seminars were held during the exhibition, which received 25,000 professional visitors.

The 1st Beijing Session (August 20th–24th, 1996)

The 1st WORLD ELEVATOR ＆ESCALATOR EXPO was held at China International Exhibition Center in Beijing from August 20th to 24th, 1996. It featured more than 70 manufacturers from 15 foreign countries, 66 manufacturers from mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan, as well as industry organizations, magazines, testing and research institutions, totaling about 143 participating entities. Covering an exhibition area of 8,000 square meters, the event received 70,000 visitors, among whom 2,000 were overseas attendees, and the trade volume reached 18 million US dollars and 30 million yuan. A total of 12 technical exchange seminars were held during the exhibition. The China Elevator Association received delegations from the German Elevator Association, Italian Elevator Association, Hong Kong Lift and Escalator Contractors Association, and Taiwan Elevator Equipment Safety Association.