# Bologna industrial and construction exhibitions > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/bologna-industrial-and-construction-exhibitions > Updated: 2026-10-05T14:43:59.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2. BolognaFiere is hosting major industrial exhibitions in October 2026, focusing on road infrastructure, building systems, and construction governance. The Asphaltica trade fair, organized by BolognaFiere and Siteb, is expanding its 2026 edition to include 140 exhibitors. The event covers topics such as smart roads, ESG sustainability, and infrastructure investment, featuring a live demonstration area for road requalification. Simultaneously, the SAIE Impianti event includes technical forums on thermal hydraulics, energy efficiency, and heat pump technology. The 60th edition of the SAIE construction and design exhibition, organized by Senaf, brought together 567 companies and 68 partner associations. The event was structured into four sectors: Design and Digitalization, Construction, Systems, and Services and Media, with thematic tracks covering Infrastructure, Sustainability, Innovation, and People. This edition emphasized the ‘governance of construction,’ facilitating dialogue between the production sector and government representatives. Key discussions addressed the ‘Piano Casa’ (Housing Plan), urban regeneration, seismic safety, energy efficiency, and digitalization. The event featured participation from local leaders, including Bologna Mayor Matteo Lepore and Emilia-Romagna Vice President Vincenzo Colla, as well as Infrastructure and Transport Minister Matteo Salvini via video link. Extraordinary Commissioners were present to discuss reconstruction efforts following the 2016 Central Italy earthquake and recent floods, including Guido Castelli and Fabrizio Curcio, while Felice Squitieri participated regarding the 2026 Housing Plan. The fair concluded with record-breaking participation, hosting 40,723 professional visitors and 235 training conferences. SAIE will follow a rotation between Bologna and Bari, with the next event scheduled for Bari in October 2027. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-05: SAIE construction exhibition celebrates 60th edition in Bologna The 60th SAIE construction exhibition will be held in Bologna from October 7-10, featuring 567 companies and focusing on infrastructure, sustainability, and national reconstruction projects. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/saie-construction-exhibition-celebrates-60th-edition-in-bologna ### 2026-09-22: BolognaFiere hosts major road and building systems exhibitions BolognaFiere hosts two major industrial events in October: Asphaltica, focusing on road infrastructure and sustainability, and SAIE Impianti, dedicated to building systems and energy efficiency. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bolognafiere-hosts-major-road-and-building-systems-exhibitions --- Cite as: Bologna industrial and construction exhibitions. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/bologna-industrial-and-construction-exhibitions