Germany, Essen
E-world energy & water
The exhibition for the energy, water and sustainable solutions sectors will take place from February 10-12.
E-world energy & water is one of the most important and largest energy and water sector exhibitions in Europe, held annually in Essen (Germany). It is a B2B (business-to-business) platform where decision-makers, experts, suppliers and innovators who are shaping the future of energy and water supply meet.
The main themes for 2026 include energy transition and decarbonization, renewable energy integration, electricity and heat sector interaction and energy efficiency.
A strong focus is placed on digitalization, including smart grids, data analytics, artificial intelligence in energy, energy trading platforms and IT solutions for energy and water supply companies.
Water resource management issues, sustainable water supply system and infrastructure modernization are also examined. An important part of the exhibition is innovations and startups presenting new business models, technologies in the areas of energy storage, electromobility, hydrogen and digital services.
In addition, human capital is emphasized – training of specialists, career opportunities and development of competencies in the energy sector.
E-world energy & water 2026 is a strategic, international B2B event, attracting ~980 exhibitors and ~33,000 visitors from over 70 countries annually. The event is aimed at those who design, implement and manage energy and water systems, and seek to actively participate in Europe’s energy transformation, innovation development and sustainable solutions.
Klaipėda Science and Technology Park (KSTP) invites small and medium-sized enterprises to take advantage of a unique opportunity to visit international exhibitions in order to expand their business, increase international visibility and establish long-term cooperation relations.
As part of the Interreg project SMEBeyond partner network, KSTP provides support (in the form of compensation) to cover the costs of SMEs visiting international exhibitions. This is a great opportunity for companies that seek to enter foreign markets, find reliable business partners, investors or customers and strengthen their positions in the international environment.
We invite you to visit the following international exhibitions:
E-world energy & water, February 10-12, Essen (Germany)
(for energy, water and sustainable solutions sectors)
Warsaw Pack, April 14-16, Warsaw (Poland)
(for food, packaging and production solutions sectors)
IFAT Worldwide, May 4-7, Munich (Germany)
(for water, waste and environmental technologies)
* Participation in other international exhibitions is also possible by prior arrangement.
Reasons why you should participate?
If your company is looking to increase its international visibility, strengthen its networking, and establish valuable B2B connections, then this is the opportunity for you!
The SMEBeyond project is an Interreg South Baltic region program designed to help small and medium-sized enterprises expand their activities internationally. The project covers sectors such as renewable energy, sustainable urban development, water and waste management, food packaging, advanced technologies, and maritime businesses, and organizes international networking sessions with partners from Denmark, Sweden, Poland, and Lithuania. The project, which will run from 2024 to 2027, aims to strengthen the competitiveness of the South Baltic region’s business ecosystem and promote cross-border cooperation.
What should those who want to take advantage of the opportunity do?
Companies wishing to join the SMEBeyond partner network and participate in the specified events are invited to contact Giedrius Janusauskas, Head of Development of Klaipėda Science and Technology Park, e-mail: giedrius.janusauskas@kmtp.lt .
Upon receiving your request, we will provide detailed information and assess the possibilities for your business to use the support provided by the project in order to increase its visibility in foreign markets.
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More about the project SMEBeyond.
FOR THOSE INTERESTED IN ATTENDING EXHIBITIONS
Companies wishing to join the SMEBeyond partner network and participate in the specified events,
are invited to contact the Development Manager of Klaipėda Science and Technology Park
Giedrius Janusauskas | giedrius.janusauskas@kmtp.lt
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