Alihankinta Tampere

The Alihankinta is an annual trade fair for industrial subcontracting, held since 1988 in Tampere, Finland. Organized by Tampere Trade Fairs Ltd., it has developed into one of Northern Europe’s leading industry events and is now regarded as a key meeting point for decision-makers, buyers, engineers, and professionals in the manufacturing sector. The modern Tampere Exhibition and Sports Center, with its excellent accessibility and up-to-date infrastructure, provides ideal conditions for business development, innovation, and networking.

Alihankinta is characterized by its clear focus on the entire industrial value chain—from product development and manufacturing to logistics and digitalization. As a purely B2B trade fair, it is exclusively aimed at a professional audience. It brings together manufacturers and suppliers and showcases a wide range of products, services, and technologies in fields such as metal and plastic processing, electronics, industrial IT solutions, rapid prototyping, 3D printing, design, and technical consulting.

A key feature of the fair is its well-structured thematic organization, which enables a targeted presentation of current manufacturing technologies. Topics such as industrial production and subcontracting, materials engineering, additive manufacturing, contract research and development, digitalization, quality assurance, and logistics are thoughtfully interconnected. They demonstrate in practical ways how technological advancements are shaping the future of industry. Digital technologies such as Industry 4.0, AI-driven process optimization, IoT, and digital twins are especially emphasized and are presented through real-world applications.

The fair's international scope also contributes to its significance. While firmly rooted in Finland’s industrial culture, Alihankinta annually attracts numerous exhibitors from both Finland and abroad, who present their latest innovations, materials, and manufacturing technologies. This not only fosters the exchange of local expertise but also actively promotes international collaboration—an increasingly important factor in light of global supply chains and rising demands for supply security.

With its clear focus, technological depth, and strong international connections, Alihankinta offers a highly specialized platform for those who wish to help shape the industrial future—in an environment defined by professionalism, innovation, and Finnish efficiency.

The Alihankinta will take place on 3 days from Tuesday, 29. September to Thursday, 01. October 2026 in Tampere.