Europe’s leading trade fair for the service station and car wash industry is preparing for its biggest edition yet as UNITI Expo 2026 gears up for its official opening from May 19–21, 2026 at Messe Stuttgart.
The upcoming edition is already setting new milestones with more than 580 exhibitors from around 45 countries confirmed to participate. Organizers have also reported record-breaking visitor pre-registrations, highlighting the event’s growing international importance within the fuel retailing, car wash, and mobility sectors.
Largest Edition in the Event’s History
This year’s exhibition will span approximately 45,000 square meters, making it the largest edition of the expo so far. One of the major highlights is the expanded Future Mobility Lounge, which has doubled in size from 1,000 square meters to 2,000 square meters.
The dedicated area will showcase innovations in alternative fuels, electric mobility, energy solutions, and sustainable technologies, with participation from more than 50 companies focused on next-generation mobility solutions.
Visitor Registrations Reach New Highs
Industry interest in the 2026 edition has reached unprecedented levels. According to organizers, visitor pre-registrations are currently running around 15% higher compared to the same period before the previous edition in 2024.
The strong response reflects growing global interest in evolving mobility infrastructure, advanced fueling technologies, car wash innovations, and sustainable energy solutions.
To improve the visitor experience, organizers have also introduced a new digital visitor portal accessible through mobile devices. The platform includes an interactive floor map, exhibitor directory, contact request features, and exhibitor bookmarking tools to help attendees plan their visit more efficiently.
Expanded Conference Programme and Industry Insights
The event’s conference programme will feature more than 80 expert-led sessions across multiple forums, making it the most extensive educational lineup in the expo’s history.
Sessions will cover topics including:
- Future mobility trends
- Alternative fuels and energy solutions
- Car wash innovation
- Retail technology
- Digital transformation
- Sustainability and operational efficiency
The forums will be open to all registered visitors without additional registration requirements.
Enhanced Visitor Experience at Messe Stuttgart
Organizers have also expanded catering and networking facilities across the venue to accommodate the growing number of attendees. New food courts, larger networking spaces, and upgraded visitor amenities are expected to enhance the overall event experience.
With strong international participation, a larger exhibition footprint, and increased focus on future mobility technologies, UNITI Expo 2026 is expected to become one of the most significant industry gatherings for the global service station, car wash, and mobility sectors this year.
