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From November 17 to 20, 2026, Formnext will bring together all the key players in additive manufacturing, and so far, 790 exhibitors are expected in Frankfurt. To help you navigate the event, 3Dnatives has revamped its dedicated ecosystem for the show: an interactive floor plan, personalized tour itineraries, an expanded schedule, and all our videos and articles in one place.
Formnext is the major annual event for additive manufacturing. For over 10 years, the entire industry has gathered in Halls 11 and 12 at Messe Frankfurt. Even though this year’s show will be held in “only” three halls (instead of four), the organizers are expecting a large turnout! Visitors will be able to meet several participants from the United Kingdom, which is this year’s partner country.
Formnext is the largest trade show for additive manufacturing (photo credit: Mesago / Mathias Kutt)
With so many booths, product launches, and conferences, the real challenge is knowing where to start. That’s why we’ve redesigned our Formnext page. It’s now a true ecosystem—useful before, during, and after the show—whether you’re in Frankfurt or at your computer. Here’s what’s new this year.
Find Exhibitors with Our Interactive Map
The new Exhibitors section lists the 790 companies attending Formnext. There, you can search for an exhibitor by name, product, material, or booth number. Each result takes you directly to the interactive map of the trade show. This way, you can see where the booth is located and explore the aisles even before you arrive in Frankfurt. If you’re mainly looking for new products among this complex lineup, the “New at Formnext” filter displays the 103 new products announced by 60 exhibitors. You’ll also find 3Dnatives’ partner exhibitors there; we highly recommend checking them out!
Use the interactive map to plan your visit.
Create Your Own Itinerary with “My Visit”
This is the big new feature of this year’s event. With a single click on a star, add the exhibitors and sessions that interest you to your list. Your selection is compiled in “My Visit.” Simply send it to your phone: once you’re there, you won’t need loose sheets of paper or notes in the printed guide. You’ll have everything right in your hand, with just one click.
Don’t Miss a Demo Thanks to the Enhanced Agneda
The Formnext schedule presents the day-by-day program. It includes all 42 sessions across the show’s two stages: the Industry & Application Stage (Hall 11.0, Booth D72) and the Technology Stage (Hall 12.1, Booth B49).
The schedule also includes demonstrations, product launches, and networking opportunities organized at the booths, with 55 events already announced. These sessions can also be added to “My Visit.”
The Latest Formnext 2026 News in One Place
Exhibitor interviews, machine demonstrations, and daily highlights: all our Formnext videos are now consolidated on the ecosystem’s homepage. No need to search for them across our various channels; you can follow the show day by day right here.
Find all the Formnext updates on 3Dnatives!
Of course, we’re keeping up with articles (in all five languages) and our Live Feed, which will let you follow the show’s announcements in real time, whether you’re on-site or watching from home. And if you haven’t already, be sure to sign up for our newsletter: it will deliver the latest news about the show straight to your inbox.
Will you be at Formnext 2026? Let us know in a comment below or on our LinkedIn or Facebook pages! You can also find all our videos on our YouTube channel.
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