Exhibition Information
展会简介
The Exhibition Value of the China International Elevator Expo (WEE EXPO)
- A Global Flagship Platform for the Elevator Industry: Hosted by the China Elevator Association, this event is one of the largest and most influential gatherings in the global elevator sector. Past editions have featured over 120,000 square meters of exhibition space, bringing together more than 1,300 leading companies from around the world and attracting over 100,000 professional visitors. It serves as a central platform for driving industry development and unveiling cutting-edge technologies.
- Comprehensive Coverage Across the Entire Industry Chain: The exhibit lineup encompasses the complete elevator value chain, including finished elevators, escalators, and moving walkways; core components such as control systems, drive systems, and door systems; ancillary parts like buttons and decorative elements; as well as smart building equipment and parking solutions. From whole-machine manufacturing to component supply, and from conventional products to intelligent solutions, the show facilitates efficient connections between upstream and downstream players, precisely aligning with global procurement needs.
- A Hub for Global Resource Networking: Bringing together leading domestic and international companies to showcase rapidly evolving innovations and technologies, the 2024 Shanghai edition attracted 957 exhibitors and 107,000 visitors, including nearly 6,000 international attendees. Through strategic partnerships with trade associations and targeted invitations to high-quality buyers, the event draws key stakeholders—including real estate developers, architectural firms, elevator distributors, and maintenance service providers—while offering dedicated “one-on-one business matching” services to facilitate precise supply–demand alignment.
- A Premier Launchpad for Cutting-Edge Technologies: Focusing on trends toward intelligence, sustainability, and safety in the elevator sector, the expo highlights groundbreaking advancements such as ultra-high-speed elevators, solar-powered elevators, and maglev elevators, alongside innovative solutions like IoT-based remote operations and smart control systems. Concurrent events—including the Greater Bay Area Elevator Technology Summit and specialized launch sessions for new elevator products and technologies—provide enterprises with authoritative platforms to showcase their innovation and spearhead industry transformation.
- Authoritative Empowerment Through High-Profile Forums: Alongside the exhibition, numerous professional forums and technical seminars convene global industry leaders and experts to engage in in-depth discussions on pressing topics such as technological innovation, industry standards, market trends, and safety management, offering attendees a premier forum to gain insights into future directions and seize emerging opportunities.
- An Opportunity to Tap into the Existing‑Building Retrofit and Residential‑Elevator Markets: With China’s elevator stock now exceeding 10 million units, demand remains robust for retrofitting older residential buildings, upgrading aging equipment, and meeting growing residential elevator needs. The expo provides a direct pathway for companies to enter the existing‑building renovation market and expand their presence in the residential elevator segment, connecting them effectively with real estate developers, engineering firms, architectural studios, and end‑users.
- 20 Years of Trusted Brand Heritage: As a long-established flagship event in the global elevator industry, this expo has evolved over two decades into the preferred platform for domestic and international elevator manufacturers to demonstrate their capabilities, forge strategic partnerships, anticipate market trends, and expand their reach. Exhibiting companies can leverage the credibility of this national-level platform to enhance their international brand visibility.





