# Mercopar 2026 industrial fair in Brazil

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mercopar-2026-industrial-fair-in-brazil
> Updated: 2026-10-22T23:00:30.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The 35th edition of Mercopar, Latin America’s largest metal-mechanic and technological trade fair, opened in Caxias do Sul, Brazil. The event featured over 500 exhibitors showcasing Industry 4.0 solutions, including automation, metallurgy, and electrical engineering technologies designed to improve efficiency in sectors such as food, sanitation, and waste treatment.

By the conclusion of the fair, attendance reached over 47,000 visitors. The event generated an expected R$ 1.64 billion in business, a 55% increase over the previous year. The fair included 545 exhibitors from Brazil and Portugal, as well as 50 startups. International business rounds involving buyers from 15 countries, including representatives from South Africa and Rwanda, accounted for R$ 289.4 million in business. The event also emphasized sustainability through ESG initiatives, such as the use of 60,000 liters of biofuel to reduce CO2 emissions.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-22: Mercopar 2026 generates R$ 1.6 billion in business expectations

The 35th Mercopar fair in Caxias do Sul drew 47,000 visitors and expects R$ 1.64 billion in business, marking a 55% growth over last year.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mercopar-2026-generates-r-16-billion-in-business-expectations

### 2026-10-19: Mercopar 2026 industrial fair opens in Caxias do Sul

Mercopar 2026, Latin America’s largest metal-mechanic and technological fair, is taking place in Caxias do Sul, Brazil, featuring over 500 exhibitors and Industry 4.0 innovations.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mercopar-2026-industrial-fair-opens-in-caxias-do-sul

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