About GIFA, METEC, THERMPROCESS & NEWCAST
GIFA, METEC, THERMPROCESS and NEWCAST together form "The Bright World of Metals", the world's leading quartet of trade fairs for the foundry and metals industry, held every four years in Düsseldorf, Germany. GIFA is the world's leading trade fair for foundry technology, METEC the international platform for metallurgy and the metal and steel industry, THERMPROCESS the leading fair for industrial thermal processing technology and NEWCAST the leading fair for cast products. Together they cover the entire value chain, from iron and steel to aluminium and other non-ferrous metals, and bring international market leaders, hidden champions and newcomers together with decision-makers from around the world.
Event Focus
Foundry Technology | Casting Processes | Additive Manufacturing | Metallurgy & Steel Production | Green Steel | Aluminium & Non-Ferrous Metals | Metallurgical Plant Technology | Industrial Furnaces & Heat Treatment | Thermal Processing Technology | Hydrogen & Electrification | Precision Castings | Lightweight Construction | Recycling & Circular Economy | Automation & Digitalisation
Event Highlights
2,200+ Exhibitors and 63,000+ Trade Visitors from 116 Countries make The Bright World of Metals the most important meeting place for the global metals and foundry industry. More than two thirds of visitors travel from abroad and more than half are decision-makers. Highlights include live casting demonstrations, the ecoMetals sustainability initiative, forums on decarbonisation, digitalisation, resource efficiency and the next generation of talent, and five days of intensive business across four world-leading trade fairs on one exhibition ground.
Why Attend
The Bright World of Metals is where the metals industry drives its transformation. Discover the latest foundry and casting technologies, sustainable metallurgical processes, energy-efficient furnaces and heat treatment systems, and innovative cast components for every industry. Meet leading plant manufacturers and suppliers, explore solutions for green steel, hydrogen and electrification, and connect with international buyers and experts across the entire value chain. The four fairs are essential for foundries, steel and aluminium producers, mechanical and plant engineers, automotive and machinery suppliers, and anyone involved in metal production and processing.
Organizer
Messe Düsseldorf GmbH