CLNB 2026 (The 11th New Energy Industry Chain Expo) organised by SMM (Shanghai Metals Market) will take place on 8-10 April 2026 in Suzhou, China gathering over 1,500 exhibitors and conference delegates, and more than 30,000 professional visitors.
The Expo will feature five core zones that cover innovative batteries, mining and raw materials, advanced materials, battery recycling, and integrated energy solutions, spanning the entire ‘minerals-to-end-use’ industrial chain. Over 200 overseas delegations will participate to seek partnerships, making it the definitive platform for new energy connections, trend insights and industry growth.
Comprehensive industry chain exhibition areas
Five thematic exhibition areas are set up to cover the upstream and downstream of the battery and energy storage industry, helping enterprises obtain the latest products and technologies, connect with partners, and improve efficiency.
High-end forums and speakers
Over 10 high-end forums will be held with more than 130 global industry experts and executives to help enterprises capture market trends and establish strategic cooperation.
International event
CLNB will gather over 200 international purchasing groups from more than 30 countries and set up special forums to help domestic enterprises connect with the international market.
Precise matching meetings
More than 120 one-on-one precise matching meetings are provided to improve the success rate of business negotiations.
Large-scale brand exposure
By partnering with over 100 leading media outlets and leveraging the SMM platform, it delivers multi‑channel exposure exceeding 20 million impressions.
Supplier list recommendation
The SMM Tier- supplier list will be launched to help enterprises select high-quality partners.
Post-exhibition inspection tours
Multiple post-CLNB inspection routes will be organised for overseas customers to visit Chinese enterprises and enhance cooperation confidence.
