A Look at the Highlights from Phase 1 of the 139th Canton Fair

GUANGZHOU, China, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Focusing on Advanced Manufacturing, Phase 1 of the 139th Canton Fair is set to open, showcasing innovation at scale. Spanning 520,000 sqm across 25,000+ booths and featuring around 12,000 exhibitors, the Phase encompasses five major categories and 19 sections, providing global buyers with a comprehensive view of China's latest manufacturing outcomes. From AI integration and green, low‑carbon technologies to breakthroughs by both industry leaders and emerging innovators, Phase 1 is poised to serve as a global marketplace for the future of manufacturing.

1. Broader Horizons for Advanced Manufacturing
Anchored in the development trends of innovation, sustainability, and intelligence, Phase 1 is closely aligned with emerging growth drivers, next‑generation industries, and evolving global sourcing demands. Building on popular exhibits of service robots, smart living, industrial automation, and new energy vehicles, Phase 1 of the Fair introduces four new dedicated zones: Smart Wearables, Display Technologies, Consumer Drones, and Agricultural Drones.

This expanded ecosystem transforms next-generation productivity into tangible, solution-ready outcomes, delivering richer, more efficient, and higher-value trade opportunities for buyers worldwide.

2. Global Focus on Smart Manufacturing
The exhibitor lineup reaches a new high, with more than 5,900 high-quality companies, including national high-tech enterprises, single champions, and specialized and sophisticated small and medium enterprises.

Top robotics firms from Shanghai and Shenzhen underscore China's leadership in AI‑driven automation, while flagship smart‑appliance brands unveil integrated intelligent terminal solutions. Leading display companies showcase advanced visual technologies, professional drone makers demonstrate deep vertical expertise, and high‑end equipment manufacturers highlight China's strength in precision manufacturing. Together, they present a compelling portrait of Chinese intelligent manufacturing.

3. AI-Powered Products Across Sectors
Advanced technologies come vividly to life across multiple categories.

In Electronics and Appliances, AI‑driven interactive displays deliver pixel‑level self‑emission and ultra‑fast response, while industrial quadruped robots feature 360‑degree perception for extreme environments. Manufacturing highlights desktop laser cutting and engraving machines with automatic multi‑material recognition, as well as agricultural drones with intelligent obstacle avoidance and terrain‑adaptive flight. Vehicles and Two Wheels showcase high‑efficiency, high‑power wireless charging systems, while Lighting and Electrical exhibitors present AI‑powered energy management platforms. Completing the lineup, Hardware displays include smart robotic lawn mowers with precision positioning and fully autonomous, boundary‑free operation.

Together, these highlights underscore Phase 1's role as a gateway to the future of advanced manufacturing, where innovation, intelligence, and sustainability converge to support global trade.

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A Look at the Highlights from Phase 1 of the 139th Canton Fair

GUANGZHOU, China, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) will be held in Guangzhou from April 15 to May 5, staged across three phases.

The 139th Canton Fair will cover a total exhibition area of 1.55 million square meters, with 75,700 booths and more than 32,000 participating enterprises, all exceeding previous sessions. Around 3,900 first‑time exhibitors will participate, underscoring the Canton Fair's role in connecting companies with global markets and high‑quality trade opportunities.

Reflecting shifts in global trade and industry development, the Fair has further optimized its exhibitor mix and exhibits structure. The number of zones has expanded to 179, including nine newly introduced zones that focus on fast‑growing sectors such as smart wearables, display technologies, consumer drones, prefabricated house and courtyard facilities. These new zones bring together approximately 670 companies across more than 1,300 booths.

Advanced manufacturing and new quality productive forces feature prominently. Over 60% of exhibitors have adopted next‑generation technologies such as industrial internet applications, artificial intelligence, 5G solutions, and green and low‑carbon production. The Fair will showcase more than 4.65 million exhibits, with innovative products, green products, and products with proprietary intellectual property accounting for a significant share.

Buyer services have also been further enhanced at the Fair, with the debuts of a one-stop service center for buyers, year-round pre-registration, and a dedicated Canton Fair Newsletter for buyers. These enhancements enable more efficient, personalized information delivery and supply‑demand matchmaking, helping buyers navigate the fair more easily and improve their overall experience. From a new buyer's perspective, the Fair offers a seamless intelligent journey, from attendance planning and pre-registration to post‑fair follow-up, powered by the upgraded Canton Fair APP, now featuring 26 functions and 14 new AI application scenarios.

Global buyer attendance continues to grow in both scale and diversity. As of April 9, over 210,000 overseas buyers had pre‑registered, up 20% from last spring session, while confirmed top sourcing companies increased by 30% to 290. Buyers from BRI countries, Latin America, and Africa all recorded notable growth, and specialized buyers now account for more than 70% of registrations for the first time.

To accommodate the Middle East buyers facing travel constraints, the Fair has enhanced its hybrid service model, including online supply‑demand matchmaking, overseas social‑media livestream events, and optimized on‑site services for overseas enterprises operating in China.

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The 139th Canton Fair to Open on April 15 with Expanded Scale and Stronger Innovation Focus