Asia's Leading Hardware Sourcing Fair CIHS 2026 Set to Connect Global Markets in Shanghai

SHANGHAI, June 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 23rd China International Hardware Show (CIHS 2026), recognized as Asia's premier and most influential professional hardware sourcing platform, will take place from September 28 to 30, 2026, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). With over two decades of continuous growth and evolution, CIHS has cemented its position as a definitive industry benchmark across the Asia-Pacific region. As a vital international trade hub, the exhibition integrates global industrial resources, bridges high-quality suppliers with professional buyers, and drives the sustainable upgrading and international expansion of the entire hardware supply chain.

Co-organized by Koelnmesse GmbH and the China National Hardware Association, CIHS 2026 continues to uphold world-class standards of professionalism, internationalization, and market orientation. The upcoming event will span a total exhibition area of 120,000 square meters, featuring more than 3,000 renowned domestic and international exhibitors covering the full hardware industry spectrum. Product categories include hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, abrasives and grinding equipment, welding supplies, building hardware, fastening products, garden and outdoor tools, safety protection equipment, and intelligent locking systems - fully meeting the one-stop sourcing needs of professional buyers worldwide. It caters to importers, exporters, MRO professionals, building material supermarkets, retailers, wholesalers, distributors and end-users alike, enabling every type of buyer to find ideal solutions and meet their precise sourcing needs.

Powered by the global resources of the world-renowned INTERNATIONAL HARDWARE FAIR COLOGNE, CIHS offers a comprehensive lineup of high-value supporting activities tailored to industry professionals. The 2026 edition will feature more than ten authoritative industry forums and networking sessions, focusing on key topics such as intelligent manufacturing, green and low-carbon supply chain transformation, cross-border e-commerce development, and global consumer market trends. In addition, over 20 new product launches and brand promotion events will be held on-site, showcasing the latest technological innovations and upgraded solutions in the hardware sector.

CIHS 2026 serves as a vital gateway for global hardware companies seeking to enter and expand within the Chinese market, while also providing a core channel for Chinese hardware brands to go global. Each year, the show attracts a large number of professional decision-makers, procurement specialists, distributors, and end manufacturers from Europe, North America, Southeast Asia, and other key markets worldwide. By concentrating industrial innovation, high-quality supply resources, and global trade demand in one venue, CIHS 2026 will create efficient, reliable, and long-term cooperation opportunities for all participating enterprises—further boosting cross-border trade and the sustainable development of the global hardware industry.

For more information about CIHS 2026, please visit: Official Website
Pre-register now and see you at Shanghai New International Expo Centre from September 28-30, 2026!

About the Organisers

Koelnmesse – industry trade fairs for the hardware sector: As a premier international trade fair organiser, Koelnmesse is the global market leader for events in the tools and hardware sector. Cologne is home to the EISENWARENMESSE – INTERNATIONAL HARDWARE FAIR, the world's leading trade fair for the industry. Asia-Pacific Sourcing, the largest sourcing platform outside Asia, also showcases its products there. In addition, Koelnmesse is expanding its international portfolio in key markets – the China International Hardware Show in Shanghai, International Hardware Fair Italy in Bergamo, International Hardware Fair India in New Delhi and International Hardware Fair Colombia in Bogotá are tailored events and leading regional trade fairs with international participation. In 2025, two new formats were launched in dynamic regions – International Hardware Fair Indonesia in Jakarta and International Hardware Fair Saudi Arabia in Riyadh. As part of the ongoing development of its hardware portfolio in strategically relevant growth markets, Koelnmesse has also added the Central Asia International Hardware Expo to its event programme, with the first edition scheduled for November 2026 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

China National Hardware Association
Founded in November 1988, China National Hardware Association is the only national association of hardware manufacturers. It is a social and economic organisation with the status of legal person approved by the former Ministry of Light Industry and registered with the Ministry of Civil Affairs. It is composed of key enterprises in the fields of household hardware, tool hardware and building hardware, local hardware associations and institutes engaged in scientific research and design, inspection and testing, education and training. It is a cross-regional, cross-sectoral and cross-ownership industry organisation. The association consists of 11 product branches and a professional market committee, including tool hardware, building hardware, household hardware, cooking utensils, locks, gas appliances, range hood, kitchen equipment, stainless steel products, bathrooms, zippers, etc.
www.chinahardware.org.cn 

Next Events:
International Hardware Fair India: October 23–25, 2026
International Hardware Fair Colombia: November 5–7, 2026
Central Asia International Hardware Expo: November 24–26, 2026

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Asia's Leading Hardware Sourcing Fair CIHS 2026 Set to Connect Global Markets in Shanghai

Yanolja Research Unveils Data-Driven Rankings, Showcasing the Overwhelming Experience Quality of Japanese Cultural Events

SEOUL, South Korea, June 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Yanolja Research, a global research institute specializing in the travel and tourism industry, today announced the launch of the "Global Festival Attractiveness Index" also known as the "Yanolja Festival Index," a pioneering framework that objectively measures the qualitative appeal of major festivals using multilingual global social media big data.

Developed jointly by Yanolja Research, Purdue University's CHRIBA Institute in the U.S., and Kyung Hee University's H&T Analytics Center in Seoul, South Korea, the index analyzed 560 leading festivals worldwide using social media data in 14 languages provided by Brandwatch. In the 2026 rankings, Japan's Summersonic Festival ranked 1st in Asia and 2nd globally. Japan further reinforced its status as a leading festival destination, with an impressive seven festivals placing in the global Top 20, including Rock in Japan Festival (3rd), Awa Dance Festival (5th), Gion Festival (11th), Sapporo Snow Festival (13th), Fuji Rock Festival (14th), and Sanja Festival (19th).

Japan's Strong Performance Driven by Unmatched Experience Quality 

A key finding of the 2026 rankings was the structural dominance of Japanese festivals. Japan secured 18 placements in the global Top 300, supported by exceptionally high scores in attendee satisfaction. While several major Western festivals benefited from extensive media exposure, Japanese festivals consistently excelled in perceived experience quality. For instance, the Gion Festival achieved an outstanding Attractiveness score of 9.92, while festivals such as the Aoi Festival, Hakata Gion Yamakasa, and Aomori Nebuta Matsuri also ranked among the strongest performers globally. The results highlight the global appeal of Japan's unique combination of cultural authenticity and high-quality visitor experiences.

Evaluating Global Festivals Through 'Attractiveness' and 'Reputation'

Unlike traditional evaluations focused strictly on infrastructure or policy, the Yanolja Festival Index assesses festivals entirely from the perspective of actual travelers. The framework is built on two core pillars: "Festival Attractiveness," which indicates qualitative emotional satisfaction through sentiment analysis based on positive sentiment ratios, and "Festival Reputation," which reflects global buzz volume and linguistic diversity. These indicators are synthesized into three evaluation dimensions: Core Festival Content and Experiences, Festival Atmosphere and Emotion, and Operational Convenience and Infrastructure.

Figure: Components of the Yanolja Festival Index

Commenting on the research findings, Dr. SooCheong Jang, Professor at Purdue University and Director of Yanolja Research, stated, "The strong performance of Japanese festivals reflects a dynamic shift in global traveler preferences. Identifying and communicating each destination's unique thematic appeal will be essential for global competitiveness."

Yanolja Research plans to publish the "Global Festival Attractiveness Index" (Yanolja Festival Index) annually to track changing travel trends and the competitiveness of global events. Detailed findings and visual datasets are fully accessible on the Yanolja Research Official Website.

https://www.yanolja-research.com/festival/background?lang=en

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Summersonic Tops Asia in Inaugural 'Global Festival Attractiveness Index'