Organised by Koelnmesse in association with the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), IHF India 2026 is expected to feature more than 170 exhibitors and attract over 10,000 trade visitors, with participation from more than 30 countries. Manufacturers, brands, distributors, retailers, importers, exporters and buyers will come together to discover products, establish business partnerships and explore new markets.
The event comes as India's hand and power tools industry faces a significant global export opportunity. According to a 2025 report by NITI Aayog, the global trade market for hand and power tools is valued at around US$100 billion and is expected to reach around US$190 billion by 2035.
The report estimates that India currently exports around US0 million worth of hand tools and US5–470 million worth of power tools. It also identifies the potential for India to generate more than US billion in additional exports over the next 10 years by expanding its presence in the global market.
Against this backdrop, IHF India 2026 will provide a platform for Indian manufacturers, international brands and buyers to discover products, suppliers and market opportunities.
The exhibition will showcase products across the tools and hardware industry, including hand tools, power tools, industrial hardware, safety equipment, fasteners, fittings and building materials.
Best One Tools Pvt. Ltd., Birla Precision Technologies Limited, Dee Neers Tools Limited, DN Safety Products Pvt. Ltd., Gardex India Pvt Ltd, H.R. International, India International House Ltd, JK Maini Precision Technology Limited, Jhalani Forge Pvt. Ltd., Pilot Pneumatics Pvt. Ltd., Proxima Steel Forge Pvt. Ltd., Shiv Forgings (BAUM), Taparia Tools Ltd., Varindera Tools Pvt. Ltd., Victor Forgings, Vidhi Exports, Vishal Tools & Forgings Pvt. Ltd., Electrospark, Dayton Tools, Mech Choice Tools and RL Jain Power Tools LLP are set to participate in the 2026 edition.
Visitors will be able to discover products from different brands, meet manufacturers and suppliers, compare products and explore new sourcing opportunities.
A key feature of IHF India 2026 will be the Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet (RBSM), organised with the support of FIEO. The programme will bring 120 Hosted Buyers to the event and facilitate direct meetings between international buyers and Indian manufacturers and suppliers.
The RBSM will provide participating businesses with opportunities to showcase their products, understand buyer requirements and explore new export markets.
“With India's tools and hardware industry looking to expand both within the country and in international markets, IHF India 2026 will provide a place for the industry to meet, learn about new products and build global business connections. The event will also give Indian manufacturers an opportunity to showcase their products to buyers, while international companies can explore the most innovative solutions,” said Mr. Milind Dixit, Managing Director, Koelnmesse India.
With 170+ exhibitors, more than 10,000 expected trade visitors and participation from 30+ countries, International Hardware Fair India 2026 is set to bring together a wide cross-section of the tools and hardware industry.
The event will take place from 23–25 October 2026 at Bharat Mandapam (Pragati Maidan), New Delhi.
Koelnmesse is a leading international trade fair organiser with a strong global portfolio in the tools and hardware sector. Its flagship event, EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair in Cologne, Germany, is one of the world's leading trade fairs for the hardware industry.
Koelnmesse's international hardware portfolio also includes events in key markets such as Italy, China, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Colombia and Central Asia, creating platforms that connect regional markets with the global hardware industry.
International Hardware Fair India photos are available in the image database on the Internet at www.hardwarefair-india.com in the “Press” section in Media gallery. The image database is available at hardwarefair-india.com/image-database.php.
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