VETECO 2026 – Madrid, Spain

What to expect

VETECO 2026 is one of Spain’s leading professional trade fairs for windows, façades, solar protection, glass, building-envelope systems, hardware, machinery, automation, and related construction technologies. Organized by IFEMA MADRID and integrated into International Construction Week, the event brings together manufacturers, installers, architects, engineers, developers, distributors, contractors, specifiers, and other construction professionals.

The exhibition focuses on the complete building envelope, from windows and lightweight façades to roofs, skylights, glass systems, fittings, machinery, automatic doors, home automation, shading systems, technical textiles, awnings, pergolas, and associated technologies. The 2026 edition is planned across Halls 8, 9, and 10, with around 240 companies already confirmed during the initial stand-allocation phase and almost 31,500 square metres of space already allocated.

VETECO is also part of International Construction Week, which brings together VETECO with CONSTRUTEC, SMART DOORS, and PISCIMAD. This creates opportunities for visitors to connect the building-envelope sector with wider construction, architecture, pool, door, automation, and technology markets. The wider event programme is expected to include more than 100 activities and conferences.

The professional character of VETECO makes it particularly valuable for people involved in specification, purchasing, manufacturing, installation, construction, renovation, architecture, engineering, property development, and distribution.

Event dates

VETECO 2026 will take place from November 10 to November 13, 2026, at IFEMA MADRID in Madrid, Spain.

The professional opening hours are 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM from November 10 through November 12, while the final day runs from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The official schedule page confirms these hours and identifies Halls 8, 9, and 10 as the principal exhibition areas.

The event is held as part of International Construction Week, creating a wider construction-industry environment around the VETECO exhibition.

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Venue & exhibition site

VETECO takes place at IFEMA MADRID, one of the largest exhibition centres in Spain and a major venue for international trade fairs.

Venue: IFEMA MADRID

Address: Avenida del Partenón 5, 28042 Madrid, Spain

Main exhibition halls: Halls 8, 9 and 10

Recommended public-transport entrance: South Gate

Recommended car access: North Gate and designated IFEMA parking areas

The official VETECO access information confirms Halls 8, 9, and 10 as the exhibition pavilions and recommends public-transport access through the South Gate. Visitors arriving by car are directed toward the Green-Orange Parking area and North Gate.

The venue is particularly convenient for international visitors because IFEMA is located close to Madrid-Barajas Airport and is connected directly to the Madrid Metro network.

Full event programme

The VETECO programme combines product exhibitions with technical conferences, specialist forums, industry presentations, professional networking, awards, and demonstrations.

The main content areas focus on the technological and commercial development of the building envelope. Topics include energy efficiency, sustainability, architectural design, industrialisation, digitalisation, automation, glazing, solar control, renovation, and evolving construction regulations.

The programme is also connected with the broader International Construction Week conference, which brings together the four participating construction fairs. This wider structure allows professionals to move between related sectors and investigate solutions that cross traditional product categories.

Important VETECO programme areas include:

• VETECO Glass for glass manufacturers, processors, glazing systems, special applications, fittings, accessories, and machinery
• VETECO Solar for blinds, awnings, technical fabrics, automation, pergolas, tools, accessories, and solar-control solutions
• Specialist technical forums focused on the glazing and building-envelope industries
• ASEFAVE professional content addressing windows, façades, sustainability, regulations, and technical developments
• The Ibero-American Glazed Enclosure Forum
• The VETECO-ASEFAVE Awards
• Demonstrations, product presentations, and practical activities from exhibitors

The organizers also highlight BIMEXPO within the wider construction programme, providing an additional connection with BIM services, software, applications, architecture, engineering, and design.

Key speakers & keynote speakers

VETECO’s professional content is supported by industry associations, technical experts, manufacturers, architects, engineers, and specialists from the building-envelope sector. Rather than functioning primarily as a general-interest conference, the programme is designed around practical challenges affecting windows, façades, glazing, solar protection, construction performance, and building renovation.

ASEFAVE is particularly important to the event’s technical programme. The association represents Spanish manufacturers of lightweight façades and windows and contributes specialist knowledge on architectural envelopes, energy efficiency, industrialisation, sustainability, and technical development.

The Ibero-American Glazed Enclosure Forum provides another international perspective. It brings together business organizations from the sector to exchange experiences, assess market opportunities, and strengthen commercial relationships between Spain and Latin American markets. Colombia has been selected as the guest country of International Construction Week, giving its construction and building-envelope industries additional visibility.

The programme should be checked through the official schedule before attending because individual speakers and session details can be updated as the event approaches.

Conference sessions & tracks

VETECO’s conference content covers several major tracks relevant to professionals working with architectural envelopes.

Energy efficiency and sustainability: Sessions address the contribution of windows, façades, glazing, shading, and envelope systems to building performance and energy consumption.

Digitalisation and automation: Home automation, connected systems, digital tools, and technological developments are increasingly important within the window and façade industries.

Glass and glazing: VETECO Glass provides specialist content for manufacturers, processors, architects, installers, and professionals working with structural glazing, interior glass, special applications, and related components.

Solar protection: VETECO Solar covers blinds, awnings, technical fabrics, pergolas, automation, and systems designed to improve thermal and visual comfort.

Architecture and design: Lightweight façades, window systems, material selection, aesthetics, and integration with contemporary architectural projects form another major area.

Industrialisation and installation: The event also addresses manufacturing processes, installation techniques, machinery, professional training, and construction efficiency.

International markets: The Ibero-American Forum supports discussion about international cooperation and commercial opportunities between Spanish and Latin American markets.

Session times & schedule

The exhibition’s official professional opening hours are 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM on the first three days and 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM on the final day.

Conference and activity schedules operate separately from general exhibition opening hours. IFEMA advises visitors to consult the official Schedule and Activities section because presentations, talks, themed areas, and professional activities can be added or modified.

Visitors planning to attend specific technical sessions should arrive early, particularly for popular presentations, forums, and association-led activities. A practical approach is to reserve part of the day for fixed conference sessions and use the remaining time for exhibitor meetings and product discovery.

Ticket types & registration

VETECO is a professional trade fair, and visitors are expected to register as professional attendees.

The official registration page currently lists a professional visitor pass that provides access throughout the fair. The published online promotional price is approximately $25.93, while the on-site price is approximately $32.54, based on the current euro-to-dollar reference rate.

Professional visitor pass: Approximately $25.93 when purchased through the online promotional registration option.

On-site professional admission: Approximately $32.54 at the venue.

A VETECO visitor pass also provides access to the other International Construction Week fairs, including CONSTRUTEC, SMART DOORS, and PISCIMAD, according to the official registration page.

Visitors should register online where possible because the online rate is lower than the published on-site price and professional registration can make entry more efficient.

Registration deadlines

No separate closing deadline for ordinary professional visitor registration is stated on the current official VETECO visitor-registration page. Visitors should nevertheless register before travelling rather than relying on last-minute admission.

The VETECO-ASEFAVE Awards operate under a separate application process from general visitor registration. That competition has its own submission requirements and deadline, while selected projects are displayed and recognized as part of the professional event programme.

For ordinary attendees, the safest approach is to complete visitor registration as early as possible and retain the confirmation or digital pass for arrival at IFEMA.

Exhibitor list & major companies

The 2026 edition has shown strong exhibitor demand. IFEMA reported that approximately 240 companies had already been allocated space during the initial stand-selection phase, representing around 90% of projected occupancy and close to 31,500 square metres across Halls 8, 9, and 10.

The exhibitor ecosystem includes manufacturers and suppliers covering:

• Aluminium and PVC window systems
• Lightweight façades
• Curtain walls
• Glass and glazing
• Solar protection
• Hardware and accessories
• Machinery
• Automation
• Technical textiles
• Pergolas and awnings
• Sealants and installation materials
• Building-envelope technology

Major and established companies associated with the VETECO exhibitor community include Cortizo, Deceuninck, REHAU, VEKA, Salamander, GEALAN, Roto Frank, SIMONSWERK, ISO-Chemie, Soudal, and other specialist suppliers. IFEMA has also highlighted the presence of more than 30 VETECO exhibitors at another major European window and façade exhibition, illustrating the international reach of the exhibitor base.

Current exhibitors should be checked through the official catalogue and LiveConnect because stand allocations and participation details can change.

Exhibition halls & floor plan

The main VETECO exhibition is distributed across Halls 8, 9, and 10 of IFEMA MADRID. The official access and schedule information confirms these three halls as the core exhibition area.

The floor layout is organized around the different areas of the building-envelope industry, allowing visitors to move between window systems, façades, glass, solar protection, hardware, machinery, automation, and related technologies.

The official FAQ states that visitors can consult the exhibitor catalogue and LiveConnect, while an exhibitor map is also provided when available. This is particularly useful for planning meetings with specific manufacturers before entering the venue.

Because the exhibition covers several large halls, visitors should identify priority stands in advance and allow sufficient walking time between appointments.

Networking & business meetings

Networking is a central part of VETECO’s professional purpose. The event connects manufacturers with installers, architects, engineers, developers, construction companies, distributors, wholesalers, retailers, facility managers, hospitality professionals, and other decision-makers.

The visitor profile includes manufacturers of windows and façades, installers and workshops, architects and interior designers, construction companies, property developers, renovation businesses, importers and exporters, distributors, wholesalers, facility managers, hotels and offices, and professional associations.

Business visitors can use the exhibition to compare suppliers, discuss technical specifications, request product information, investigate distribution opportunities, and identify solutions for current or future projects.

The Ibero-American Forum adds an international networking dimension by encouraging cooperation between Spanish companies and organizations in Latin American markets.

Industry sectors & highlights

VETECO covers a broad section of the architectural-envelope and construction-technology market.

Windows: Aluminium, PVC, timber and other window systems, including high-performance and large-opening solutions.

Façades: Lightweight façades, curtain walls, ventilated façades, architectural envelope systems, and associated components.

Glass: Manufacturing, processing, structural glazing, interior applications, specialist glass, fittings, and machinery.

Solar protection: Blinds, awnings, technical fabrics, pergolas, shutters, automation, and solar-control systems.

Hardware and accessories: Hinges, handles, locks, fittings, installation accessories, and technical components.

Machinery: Equipment used in window, glass, façade, and construction manufacturing and installation processes.

Automation: Home automation, motorized systems, connected controls, and smart building solutions.

Sustainability: Energy efficiency, recycled materials, improved insulation, responsible manufacturing, and solutions supporting building renovation.

The event also places increasing emphasis on industrialisation, digitalisation, technical performance, and the role of the building envelope in overall building efficiency.

Event rules & visitor information

VETECO is a professional event. Visitors should register using accurate professional and company information and follow the accreditation instructions issued by IFEMA.

The venue’s general access rules apply throughout the exhibition. Animals are not permitted inside IFEMA MADRID except for legally recognized exceptions such as assistance dogs or other cases authorized under IFEMA regulations.

Visitors should also follow individual exhibitor rules concerning photography, demonstrations, product samples, restricted areas, and technical equipment.

Because VETECO takes place alongside other construction fairs, visitors should pay attention to hall signage and the specific fair identity shown on their registration pass.

How to get there

IFEMA MADRID is located on Avenida del Partenón in the Campo de las Naciones area of Madrid.

By car: The exhibition centre can be reached from the M-11, with access routes also connecting to Madrid’s wider M-40 and A-2 road network.

By metro: Feria de Madrid station on Line 8 is the main public-transport connection for the venue.

From the airport: Line 8 provides a direct Metro connection between the exhibition area and Madrid-Barajas Airport.

By taxi: Taxi access is available around the IFEMA complex, making it a convenient option for visitors carrying exhibition materials or travelling in groups.

IFEMA recommends public transport for visitors and identifies the South Gate as the pedestrian entrance for those arriving by Metro.

Public transport & parking

Metro: Line 8 and Feria de Madrid station provide the principal Metro connection. The route also offers direct connectivity toward Madrid-Barajas Airport and the wider city network.

Bus: Madrid’s bus network provides additional connections to the IFEMA area.

Taxi: Taxi services are available around the exhibition centre and can be useful for groups or visitors carrying samples and business materials.

Parking: IFEMA provides several parking facilities. For VETECO, the official access page recommends the Green-Orange Parking area with pedestrian access through the North Gate.

For visitors staying in central Madrid, Metro is generally the simplest option because it avoids traffic and reduces the need to search for parking near the exhibition halls.

Accommodation areas

Visitors have several practical accommodation choices around Madrid.

Campo de las Naciones: This is the most convenient area for minimizing travel to IFEMA. It has numerous business-oriented hotels and straightforward public-transport connections.

Barajas: Hotels near Madrid-Barajas Airport are useful for international visitors and provide convenient access to both the airport and exhibition centre.

Salamanca: A more upscale central district with hotels, restaurants, shopping, and strong transport connections.

Chamartín: Useful for visitors who want access to Madrid’s business districts while remaining well connected to the exhibition area.

Madrid city centre: Areas around Sol, Gran Vía, Centro, and nearby neighbourhoods provide the widest choice of restaurants, attractions, nightlife, and sightseeing.

Professionals attending for several days may prefer Campo de las Naciones or Barajas for convenience, while visitors combining business with tourism may find central Madrid more attractive.

Previous year’s highlights

The previous edition of VETECO attracted 46,737 professional participants as part of the International Construction Week environment, with 352 companies directly participating in VETECO from 81 countries. The exhibition occupied approximately 59,048.50 square metres across its wider presentation.

The exhibition showcased windows, façades, roofs, skylights, hardware, machinery, glass, and solar-protection technologies. The programme also included the Ibero-American Forum, Glass Forum, and ASEFAVE technical content, with discussions addressing energy efficiency, sustainable design, and developments in the building-envelope sector.

Companies such as Cortizo, Deceuninck, and Cherubini reported strong visitor interest. Cortizo used the exhibition to showcase new systems and minimalist architectural solutions, while Deceuninck highlighted the event’s value for presenting innovation and strengthening relationships with customers and other industry professionals.

The strong international presence and substantial professional attendance established VETECO as an important commercial meeting point for the European window, façade, glass, and solar-protection industries.

Official registration & tickets

Professional visitors can register through the official VETECO registration page. The current published online promotional admission is approximately $25.93, while the published on-site price is approximately $32.54 after conversion into USD. The pass is valid for all days of the fair and also provides access to the other fairs within International Construction Week.

The official VETECO site also provides access to the exhibitor catalogue, event schedule, activities, visitor information, and LiveConnect tools.

Visitors planning business meetings should register early, review the exhibitor directory, identify priority companies, and prepare a schedule around the conference sessions they want to attend.

Official information and registration are available through the VETECO page on IFEMA MADRID.