Exhibition Information
Exhibition Introduction
The Value of Participating in the China (Shanghai) International Tube Exhibition (Tube China)
- Asia’s Largest and Globally Leading Specialized Event for the Tube Industry: Co-hosted by Messe Düsseldorf and the Metallurgical Industry Branch of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, the China (Shanghai) International Tube Exhibition (Tube China) is part of the globally renowned Tube Düsseldorf series held in China. Since its inception, Tube China has established itself as one of Asia’s largest and most influential specialized tube exhibitions, widely recognized within the industry as a barometer of China’s tube industry development and a pivotal gateway for global tube technologies entering the Asian market.
- A One-Stop Showcase Covering the Entire Industry Chain: The exhibition encompasses all stages of the tube industry chain, including seamless pipes, welded pipes, stainless steel pipes, nonferrous metal pipes, composite pipes, pipe fittings, flanges, elbows, valves, pipeline connection systems, tube processing equipment, testing devices, pipeline anti-corrosion technologies, and pipeline construction machinery. From raw materials to finished products, from processing equipment to inspection technologies, and from conventional tubes to specialty alloy tubes, exhibitors can complete comprehensive connections—from technical demonstrations and brand exposure to business negotiations—within a single venue.
- Precise Connections Between Global Buyers and Core Industry Resources: The exhibition attracts professional buyers from over 80 countries and regions worldwide, spanning industries such as petroleum, petrochemicals, natural gas, chemicals, electricity, boilers, aerospace, automotive manufacturing, shipbuilding, construction, municipal engineering, water supply, and heating. Exhibitors can directly engage with international buyers who have concrete purchasing intentions, achieving efficient order conversion and global market expansion.
- Unique Strategic Value for Chinese Enterprises—A Catalyst for Technological Showcase and Export Expansion: As the world’s largest producer and exporter of tubes, with China accounting for more than half of global tube production, Tube China serves as a central platform for Chinese tube manufacturers to demonstrate proprietary technologies, connect with overseas buyers, and secure export orders. The “International Buyer–Seller Matchmaking Session” held during the exhibition provides invaluable opportunities for face-to-face discussions with buyers from Europe, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Africa, and other regions.
- A Vanguard for Technological Innovation and High-End Manufacturing: At the exhibition, high-performance alloy tubes, precision seamless pipes, large-diameter welded pipes, corrosion-resistant tubes, intelligent tube manufacturing equipment, and non-destructive testing technologies have become focal points. With the rapid growth of high-end manufacturing sectors such as petroleum, petrochemicals, natural gas, aerospace, and nuclear power, demand for high-performance, high-precision, and highly reliable tubes continues to rise. Exhibiting companies can leverage this platform to gain insights into industry trends toward “high-end, precision, and intelligence.”
- In-Depth Linkages with High-Level Forums and Industry Resources: Concurrent with the exhibition, a series of events—including the China Tube Industry Development Summit Forum, a Tube Processing Technology Seminar, a Technical Exchange Meeting on Tubes for Petrochemical Applications, and a Press Conference on International Tube Market Trends—are organized, inviting industry experts, researchers, and corporate technical leaders to deliver keynote speeches. Exhibiting companies can promptly access critical information regarding industry policies, technical standards, and market trends.
- Strategic Location and Industrial Advantages of Shanghai: As China’s economic center and a global trade hub, Shanghai boasts well-developed convention facilities and convenient transportation networks. Leveraging the Yangtze River Delta’s tube industry cluster and the Port of Shanghai—the world’s largest container throughput—Tube China offers exhibitors a strategically advantageous position for connecting with global markets.






