June 11-13, 2013

Expo Carga

The leading logistics and transportation services event in Mexico features exhibitors ranging from railroads to ports, air cargo services and ocean carriers. Ancillary services and products such as cargo-handling equipment, cargo insurance, financing, security equipment, container lessors, logistics training and documentation software are also represented. World Trade Center-Mexico, Mexico D.F., Mexico. +521-55-54425760

June 17-20, 2013

MIR Stekla

One of the largest glass industry events in the world draws auto parts distributors and manufacturers, building contractors, engineers, window glass manufacturers, architects and property developers. Attendees view the latest advances in glass batching equipment, coating technology, measuring and testing equipment, raw materials, artistic glass production equipment, cooling systems, drilling equipment, instrument control systems, and window and door fabrication machinery. Expocentre Fairgrounds, Moscow, Russia. +7-499-2592660

June 18-19, 2013

Wind Energy Expo

This unique international trade show spotlights the importance of various products and services related to wind-energy generation. Manufacturers and developers of wind power equipment and systems from all over the world are joined by researchers, technical and professional experts and several thousand visitors. CCD Congress Centrum, Dusseldorf, Germany. +49-21-82578780

June 18-20, 2013

North American 3PL Summit

The 11th annual summit brings together 500-plus senior decision-makers from the logistics industry, including more than 200 shipper senior executives. Attendees are given more than 16 hours to network, while government officials, academics and industry experts deliver insights and global perspectives on a host of logistics issues. Exhibits display the latest in 3PL technologies and services. Radisson Blu Aqua, Chicago, Illinois, USA. 800-814-3459, ext. 7249

June 26-28, 2013

The Baby & Kids Expo

This is a must-attend event for retailers and wholesalers looking for the latest baby and children’s fashion apparel, toys and care products. The giant parade of visitors includes toy and gift shop proprietors, manufacturers and online store operators. Tokyo International Exhibition Center, Tokyo, Japan. +81-3-33498505

July 18-20, 2013

International Automation Exhibition

The largest exhibition of its kind in the region gives attendees the opportunity to view the latest developments in industrial automation, manufacturing processes and control and measurement equipment technologies. The event is specifically organized for architects, electrical and mechanical engineers and consultants, interior and lighting designers, property and facility managers, surveyors, systems integrators and technicians interested in this increasingly critical industry. Saigon Exhibition & Convention Centre, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. +84-8-38238828

August 15-17, 2013

China Power Transmission & Control Technology Exhibition

This event is considered the leading international exposition and technical conference for hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and mechanical power transmission components, systems and controls. Professionals in the fields of power generation, transmission and distribution, alternative energy and energy-saving technologies are the target audience. Qingdao International Convention & Exhibition Center, Qingdao, China. +86-0532-55552901

August 22-25, 2013

Modern Machine Shop Exposition

Organized by the Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers Association, the expo offers a unique platform for more than 110 exhibitors to display the latest equipment critical to the light manufacturing sector. Among the products and services on display are factory and workshop furniture, storage systems, packing equipment and materials, welding systems, lighting systems, cutting and grinding tools, lubricants, shop floor maintenance equipment, and safety equipment. Services such as supply-chain management, financing, technical publications and computer software are also on display. Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, Delhi, India. +91-80-66246600

August 25-29, 2013

SPIE Optics & Photonics


This conference and exhibition is where optical engineering meets emerging technologies in the areas of nanotechnology and science, photonic devices and solar energy. With more than 3,100 technical presentations, 50 courses, 4,500 scientists, engineers, managers and instrumentation innovators—not to mention nearly 250 exhibitors—the event offers both classic and cutting-edge optics and photonics research, training and product information. It is ideal for keeping abreast of emerging technologies and market trends in organic photovoltaic energy sources, nanotechnology, solid state lighting and solar energy. San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, California, USA. +1-360-676-3290.