SUZHOU, China – As renewable energy is projected to exceed 30% of the global energy mix by 2030, the industry is preparing for a monumental shift. To facilitate this transition, CLNB 2026 (The 11th New Energy Industry Chain Expo), organized by Shanghai Metals Market (SMM), will take place at the Suzhou International Expo Center from April 8-10, 2026.
This premier event will serve as a global platform for advancing the clean energy ecosystem, aligning with China’s “dual carbon” goals and Europe’s energy transition mandates. CLNB 2026 will gather over 1,500 exhibitors, 130+ speakers, and more than 30,000 professional visitors from 30+ countries to explore the latest technological breakthroughs.
A Comprehensive View of the Battery & Energy Storage Value Chain
CLNB 2026 features five dedicated exhibition zones, providing a one-stop resource hub for sourcing products and forging strategic partnerships:
- Innovative Battery Zone: Showcasing next-gen technologies, including solid-state and high-energy-density solutions.
- Mining & Raw Materials Zone: Focusing on sustainable sourcing with ESG-focused mineral suppliers.
- Advanced Materials Zone: Highlighting breakthroughs in cathodes, anodes, and electrolytes.
- Battery Recycling Zone: Exploring closed-loop systems and efficient material recovery processes.
- Integrated Energy Solutions Zone: Featuring grid-scale storage and renewable energy integration.
By connecting upstream and downstream partners in a single venue, the expo allows attendees to streamline R&D and improve supply chain efficiency.
High-Level Insights and Strategic Matchmaking
The event features over 10 high-end forums where 130+ top industry leaders will share cutting-edge insights. These forums cover essential topics such as Battery-related technologies, New Energy & Mining, and Policy Applications. Consequently, participants will gain the strategic foresight needed to navigate international markets and decode key policy shifts.
Furthermore, the organizing committee has meticulously arranged 120+ global one-on-one business matchmaking sessions. With over 200 purchasing delegations invited from across the globe, exhibitors and buyers can identify ideal partners in the most efficient manner possible.
Beyond the Expo: Exclusive Access and Brand Exposure
A unique highlight of CLNB 2026 is the Exclusive Factory Tours. These customized visits to leading Chinese battery companies allow participants to witness cutting-edge production processes firsthand and engage directly with technical teams. This transparency fosters stronger, more confident partnerships.
Additionally, participants benefit from the SMM Tier 1 Supplier List, a vetted selection of top-tier suppliers evaluated on quality and reliability. To ensure maximum impact, SMM leverages its 20M+ cross-channel impressions and partnerships with 100+ authoritative media outlets to amplify brand visibility among global decision-makers.
Whether you are pursuing technological collaboration or market expansion, CLNB 2026 is an unmissable event for shaping the industry’s future.
Join global peers to unlock new business frontiers!
Contact Information:
- Contact: Dan Chu
- Email: chudan@smm.cn
- Phone number: +86 17721343809
