eltec Nuremberg

eltec is a well-established trade fair for electrical building technology, information technology, and lighting systems. Since its inception in 1979, it has become a key event in the German electrical industry. Held every two years at the NürnbergMesse exhibition center—one of the world’s leading trade fair venues with outstanding infrastructure—eltec offers the ideal setting for innovation and professional exchange.

The event is organized by AFAG Messen und Ausstellungen GmbH, a seasoned trade fair organizer with over 70 years of industry experience. AFAG is known for delivering high-quality trade fairs and ensures smooth operations and content of the highest standard.

The focus of eltec is clearly on the future of building technology. Core topics include renewable energy systems, heat pump technologies, energy storage solutions, e-mobility, and intelligent building automation. Particularly important is the growing integration of traditional electrical installations into networked systems—such as those based on the KNX-IP standard, which has become a technological foundation for modern building systems.

The exhibition features a wide range of innovative technologies, spanning lighting and energy systems, information and communication technologies, smart home solutions, safety and measurement systems, and decentralized energy supply. Visitors gain practical insights into current trends like photovoltaics, charging infrastructure, switching technology, and the intelligent networking of heating, air conditioning, and lighting systems—with a strong focus on efficiency and user-friendliness.

A distinguishing feature of eltec is its topic-specific forums, expert presentations, and hands-on technology showcases. These offerings provide a platform for professional exchange and are tailored to a specialized audience, including planners, architects, engineers, tradespeople, industry representatives, energy providers, and decision-makers from retail, government agencies, and service companies.

Thanks to its central location, NürnbergMesse is easily accessible—whether by car, train, or directly via subway from Nuremberg’s central station. The modern infrastructure offers ideal conditions for a successful exhibition experience. For anyone looking to stay informed about the future of electrical and building technologies—and actively shape it—eltec is the platform of choice.

On the whole the organisers welcomed on the 3 days of the fair, from 09. January to 11. January 2019, about 217 exhibitors and 10067 visitors on the eltec in Nuremberg.

The eltec will take place on 3 days from Tuesday, 22. June to Thursday, 24. June 2027 in Nuremberg.