Gedatec 2026: New Trade Fair for Building Technology in Berlin

<p>Building technology is growing together – and with it, a new platform for professional exchange is emerging. From October 13-15, 2026, gedatec opens its doors for the first time at the Berlin ExpoCenter and promises to unite the traditionally separate trades of electrical, sanitary-heating-climate (SHK) and roofing under one roof. For crafts, industry and wholesalers, this could be the starting signal for a new industry meeting.</p>

<h2>What is the gedatec 2026?</h2> <p>The gedatec understands itself as a trade fair for networked building and electrical technology and launches as a further development of the belektro. Thus, the new event builds on an already established Berlin trade fair tradition, but significantly expands its focus: instead of concentrating purely on electrical technology, multiple trades are to be addressed in the future. At Berlin ExpoCenter, technical planners, electrical contractors, wholesalers and industry thus meet under one common roof for the first time.</p>

<h2>Cross-trade networking as core idea</h2> <p>At the center of gedatec 2026 is the idea that modern building technology can no longer be thought of in individual trades. Electrical installations, heating and sanitary technology, and roofing solutions increasingly interlock in practice – whether in the integration of smart home systems, the electrification of heating technology, or the connection of photovoltaics to the building network. The trade fair aims to reflect this trend and offer visitors a platform where they can obtain cross-trade information.</p> <p>Exhibiting companies from the light and electrical technology sectors are already using the event to present their new products. For example, manufacturers of LED lights and flexible lighting solutions for walls and ceilings are represented, focusing on features such as adjustable light output and glare-free illumination – an example of how technical detail solutions find their place at gedatec.</p>

<h3>Networking beyond standard formats</h3> <p>In addition to traditional exhibition spaces, gedatec also focuses on specific networking formats within the industry. An example of this is the planned networking of women in building technology, which shows that the trade fair is not only concerned with products, but also with industry-wide exchange and the further development of the professional community.</p>

<h2>First exhibitors position themselves</h2> <p>Several companies have already announced their participation ahead of the premiere. Providers of measurement technology as well as manufacturers of lighting solutions are using gedatec to showcase their products and innovations on site. One exhibitor announced its appearance specifically in Hall 4.2 – an indication that the hall allocation of the trade fair is becoming increasingly concrete and interested parties can already orient themselves now.</p> <p>For trade visitors who want to see the event, many exhibitors offer free tickets. Interested parties can obtain a ticket code via contact forms or direct inquiries to the respective companies and thus secure access to the trade fair in an uncomplicated manner.</p>

<h2>Conclusion and Outlook</h2> <p>With gedatec 2026, Berlin ExpoCenter is making a fresh start in the building technology segment. Instead of individual trade fairs for electrical, SHK or roofing, a format is being created that reflects the increasing technical integration of these trades. Whether the concept proves itself in practice will be seen – the first exhibitor confirmations and parallel networking initiatives already suggest that the industry is following the new format with interest. From October 13-15, 2026, Berlin will show how viable the idea of a cross-trade building technology trade fair actually is – and whether gedatec can establish itself long-term as a permanent fixture in the German trade fair calendar.</p>