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Forging ASEAN, Shaping the Future | IME 2026 Forging and Metal Forming Zone Recruitment Launches Hotly
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IME 2026 Thailand Intelligent Manufacturing Show will be grandly held at IMPACT Exhibition Center in Bangkok, Thailand from July 22 to 24, 2026. This exhibition specially sets up the "Forging and Metal Forming Zone", which is open to global metal processing enterprises, helping enterprises directly reach the core market of manufacturing in Southeast Asia.


Why Participate in IME Thailand Show — Forging Zone?

01 Significant Market Location Advantage

Thailand is located in the center of ASEAN, radiating a market of 600 million people. 17 free trade agreements cover 24 countries, helping you easily expand regional orders.

02 Clear and Strong Industrial Demand

The automotive, electronics, and new energy industries are developing at a high speed, and the demand for stamping/forging is constantly rising. In particular, the local production of EV has driven a surge in demand for structural parts.

03 Chinese Enterprises Going Global Drive the Supply Chain

Chinese investment in Thailand has exceeded 100 billion yuan, and new projects are constantly being launched, bringing a window of opportunity for Chinese supply chain enterprises.

04 Core Buyer Resources and Advantages

We have the global database of CIIF, and will accurately invite high-quality procurement decision-makers and engineers. Through cooperation with local associations, industrial parks, etc., we will provide value-added services such as online appointments, matching meetings, and industrial park visits, efficiently connecting exhibitors with customers to ensure the maximum return on participation.


Meet the Key People Who Determine the Future of Your ASEAN Business Here

  • Automotive Manufacturing

Automobile manufacturers, Tier 1 component suppliers (especially strong demand for EV and high-strength steel components)

  • New Energy and Electronic Appliances

Demanders of stamping/forging such as battery structural parts, motor housings, and electronic casings

  • Metal Processing and Equipment Manufacturing

Local factories, multinational manufacturing enterprises, and technology upgrading service providers

  • Engineering and Machinery

Agricultural machinery manufacturers, heavy equipment manufacturers

  • International Traders and Procurement Platforms

Regional procurement centers, multinational supply chain management enterprises


Multi-Channel Matrix for Full-Scale Reach to Target Audiences

Global Digital Media Matrix

Layout on international platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, Google, Whatsapp, Sanook and LINE OA, creating an exclusive localized thematic position in Southeast Asia, comprehensively expanding brand influence and global communication boundaries.

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Precise Database Marketing

Relying on our own global buyer resources and database, we will target and invite highly matched high-quality potential audiences, efficiently consolidating the foundation for precise customer acquisition.


Proposed Cooperating Associations

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China-ASEAN Business Center

ASEAN China Commerce Association

ASEAN Automotive Federation

ASEAN Federation of Electrical Engineering Contractors

The Federation of Thai Industries

Thai Automotive Parts and Spare Parts Operators Association

Thai Food Processors’ Association

Thai Auto-Part Manufacture Association

Thai Composites Association

Machinery & Engineering Industries Federation (MEIF)

Thai Automation and Robotics Association

Federation of Thai Industries

The Thai Welding & Inspection Association

Thai Heat Treating Association

Thailand Printed Circuit Association

Cyber Innovation Promotion Association

National Science and Technology Development Agency

Institute of Field Robotics

Thailand Productivity Institute

Plastic Institute of Thailand

Sustainable Manufacturing Center

Artificial Intelligent Association of Thailand

The Association of Thai ICT Industry

Environmental Engineering Association of Thailand

The Association of Indonesia Automotive Industries

Viet Nam Association of Mechanical Industry (VAMI)

Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM)

Malaysia Semiconductor Industry Association (MSIA)

Singapore Business Federation (SBF)

Singapore Manufacturing Federation (SMA)


Proposed Invited Media

AseanTop, The Asean Daily, Thairath, Antara News Agency, Viet Nam News, The Star, ASEAN TECH & SEC, ASEAN Briefing, Industrial Automation Asia, Plas&Pack, APAC CIOOutlook, BRANDEX, CENS, Manufacturing Review, MEGATech, SAMURAI, Motoring Trends, Ringier Trade Media, Engineers Outlook, STEEL & METALLURGY, Foundry-Suppliers.Com, Autotech Outlook Technology Media, Allianz Media, Machinery Market, Trade Asia, Asian Manufacturers Journal, Ganlop Media, IMPA Magazine, KOMITE.ID

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Exhibit Scope of Forging and Metal Forming Zone

  • Special bulk forming technologies (roll forging, rotary forging, cross wedge rolling, transverse rolling, cross wedge rolling, cold extrusion, hot die forging,      etc.)

  • Special forming (internal high pressure, cold bending, stretch bending, spinning, fine blanking, die casting, 3D printing, powder metallurgy, etc.)

  • New energy vehicle forming technologies (battery case stretching, explosion-proof sheet, cover plate, pole, motor stator and rotor, motor case, hot forming,      roll forming, bipolar plate forming, etc.)

  • Servo forming  technology, multi-station forming technology, progressive die forming technology, special stretching forming technology for camshaft, etc.;

  • Laser cutting, welding, cleaning, cladding, etc.

  • Mold lubrication, cooling, quick die change, automatic transmission technology, etc.

  • Noise reduction, dust removal, labor protection, emission reduction, energy-saving technologies





Focus on Forging and Metal Forming · Drive the Upgrade of ASEAN Manufacturing

July 22-24, 2026

IMPACT Exhibition Center, Thailand



Exhibitor Registration

Contacts: 

Darren Kong: +86 13701888775

Leticia Zheng: +86 13764663437

Bella Lai: +86 18701728594

Email:mwcs@hmf-china.com 


Visitor Registration

Contacts: Coral Zhang / Zack Jiang
Tel:+86-21-2055 7142/7156
Email: coral.zhang@hmf-china.com

        zack.jiang@hmf-china.com