The ISTMA World and the China Die & Mould Industry Association (CDMIA) are proud to announce the official program and the opening of registrations for the 17th ISTMA World Conference. This major global event will take place in Shanghai, China, from July 1 to 5, 2026.
Under the theme "Connectivity, Innovation, Complementarity, and Mutual Benefit," this marks the first time the ISTMA World Conference will be held in China. The event will be hosted at the Xijiao State Guest Hotel and will run alongside the DMC 2026 (Die & Mould China) exhibition, providing participants with unparalleled access to one of the world's largest manufacturing hubs
Event Schedule
Wednesday, July 1
- Opening Ceremony
- Exhibition Tour
- Global Industry Development Summit
Thursday, July 2
- Technology Leadership Summit
- Personnel Development Summit
Friday, July 3
- ISTMA General Assembly (ISTMA Members Only)
- ISTMA Board Meeting
Saturday, July 4 (Optional)
- Plant Tour(Shanghai/Suzhou)
Sunday, July 5 (Optional)
- Optional Extension Tours (Xi'an-Beijing/Hangzhou-Guilin)
