NEWCAST 2027 Düsseldorf — The Complete Guide to the World’s Leading Trade Fair for Precision Castings (and How to Build an Exhibition Stand That Commands Attention)

June 21–25, 2027 | Fairground Düsseldorf (Messe Düsseldorf), Düsseldorf, Germany

If your business is in the global foundry and casting industry — whether you produce iron castings, steel castings, aluminium die castings, zinc components, copper alloy products, magnesium parts, or any other precision cast product — there is one event every four years that the entire global casting community builds its calendar around. NEWCAST 2027 is the world’s leading international trade fair for precision casting products, and it returns to Düsseldorf, Germany in June 2027 as part of the renowned Bright World of Metals.

NEWCAST is the platform where foundries from every corner of the world come to show decision-makers and designers the full range of innovative casting processes and finished products — from iron and steel foundry excellence through to non-ferrous metal casting in aluminium, zinc, copper, magnesium, nickel, and beyond. If you want to meet the buyers, engineers, and specifiers who source precision castings globally, or if you want the global market to see what your foundry and casting operation can deliver, NEWCAST 2027 is the event that makes it happen.

This guide covers everything you need to know — what NEWCAST is, who attends, what product categories are showcased, the ecoMetals sustainability initiative, how to manage exhibitor passes, what Düsseldorf has to offer as a destination, and how Interior Today LLC can help you build an exhibition stand that truly represents your company at the highest level.

What Is NEWCAST?

NEWCAST is the world’s leading international trade fair for precision casting products. Organized by Messe Düsseldorf GmbH and held every four years alongside GIFA, METEC, and THERMPROCESS as part of the Bright World of Metals, NEWCAST is where the global casting and foundry industry comes to experience the versatility of modern foundry technology firsthand.

Unlike a general engineering or metalworking show, NEWCAST is dedicated exclusively to the world of cast products and foundry processes. Visitors come to marvel at the range and precision of what modern casting can achieve — from high-performance automotive and aerospace components to structural engineering parts, industrial machinery components, and the cutting-edge applications driving growth in e-mobility, renewable energy, and lightweight construction.

Exhibitors at NEWCAST range from foundries showing their own cast products directly to decision-makers and designers, through to service providers, logistics companies, engineering consultancies, and industry publishers. The full value chain of the casting industry is represented on the NEWCAST show floor.

The 2027 event takes place June 21–25 at the Fairground Düsseldorf (Messe Düsseldorf), Messeplatz, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany — alongside GIFA, METEC, and THERMPROCESS as part of the Bright World of Metals.

NEWCAST 2027 Key Details

Event: NEWCAST 2027 — World’s Leading International Trade Fair for Precision Casting Products

Dates: June 21–25, 2027

Venue: Fairground Düsseldorf, Messeplatz, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany

Part of: The Bright World of Metals (GIFA + METEC + THERMPROCESS + NEWCAST)

Organized by: Messe Düsseldorf GmbH

Official Website: newcast.com

Exhibit Stand Contractor: hello@interiortoday.us

NEWCAST 2027 and the Bright World of Metals

What makes NEWCAST uniquely powerful is its position within the Bright World of Metals — a cluster of four world-leading trade fairs that run simultaneously at Messe Düsseldorf every four years. No other event in the world brings together the full metals and casting ecosystem in this way.

GIFA — The world’s leading trade fair for foundry technology and casting equipment. 845 exhibitors at the 2023 edition.

METEC — The world’s leading trade fair for metallurgical technology. 564 exhibitors in 2023.

THERMPROCESS — The world’s leading trade fair for industrial thermal processing technology. 278 exhibitors in 2023.

NEWCAST — The world’s leading trade fair for precision casting products. 478 exhibitors in 2023.

Together, these four trade fairs cover the entire process chain of metal and casting technology — from raw material and foundry equipment through metallurgical processing, thermal treatment, and finished precision castings. Exhibiting at NEWCAST means your company is present within the single most comprehensive gathering of the global metals and casting industry that exists anywhere on earth.

For foundries and casting producers exhibiting at NEWCAST, this means your products are seen not just by buyers looking specifically for castings, but by the engineers, designers, and procurement professionals from the full range of industries that use cast components — automotive, aerospace, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, construction, energy, and many more.

What Is Shown at NEWCAST 2027?

NEWCAST covers the complete world of precision casting — from conception to finished product. The main product categories on display at NEWCAST 2027 represent the full spectrum of the global foundry industry:

Ferrous Castings — Iron, Steel and Malleable Foundries The heart of the traditional casting industry. Iron castings, steel castings, and malleable iron components from foundries serving automotive, infrastructure, heavy machinery, oil and gas, and countless other industries.

Non-Ferrous Metal Castings Aluminium, zinc, copper, magnesium, nickel, and other non-ferrous metal alloy foundries showing the precision and performance of modern non-ferrous casting. This category is one of the fastest-growing segments at NEWCAST, driven by demand from lightweight automotive and aerospace applications, e-mobility components, electronics housings, and consumer products.

Services Engineering services, simulation and design services, surface treatment, machining and finishing, and other value-added services that complement casting production.

Forging Companies showcasing forged components alongside or in complement to cast products — serving buyers who evaluate both manufacturing routes.

Sinters Powder metallurgy and sintered components — precision-manufactured parts for high-performance mechanical, automotive, and industrial applications.

Trade and Logistics Trading companies, commodity suppliers, and logistics providers serving the global foundry and casting supply chain.

Consulting, Design, Service and Engineering Technical consultancies, design offices, quality and testing service providers, and engineering companies supporting the casting industry.

Technical Publications, Associations, and Training Industry media, professional associations, research institutes, and training and education providers serving the foundry and casting profession.

The range of products and technologies on display at NEWCAST is genuinely extraordinary. Visitors experience the versatility of modern foundry technology firsthand — and for buyers and specifiers evaluating casting solutions, NEWCAST is the most efficient and comprehensive sourcing event in the world.

Who Should Attend NEWCAST 2027?

NEWCAST draws visitors from across the full spectrum of industries that design, specify, procure, or use precision cast components.

Design engineers and product developers who specify cast components for automotive, aerospace, industrial machinery, electrical engineering, and consumer products applications. NEWCAST gives them direct access to foundries showing their actual capabilities — far more valuable than a brochure or a remote RFQ process.

Procurement professionals and buyers sourcing cast components for manufacturing operations across every industry. The concentrated presence of foundries from around the world at NEWCAST makes it the single most efficient global sourcing event for precision castings.

Manufacturing and operations directors evaluating casting as a production route for new components or looking to change suppliers for quality, capacity, or sustainability reasons.

R&D and innovation teams exploring new casting alloys, processes, and geometries for next-generation products.

Trading companies and distributors looking to expand their supplier and customer networks in the global casting market.

Industry professionals from mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, automotive, aerospace, construction, energy, and other processing industries who use or specify cast components at any stage of their value chain.

If your work touches precision castings in any way — whether you buy them, design around them, sell them, or provide services to the foundries that make them — NEWCAST 2027 is where you belong.

The ecoMetals Initiative 2027 — Sustainability at the Heart of NEWCAST

One of the most strategically significant programs running across the entire Bright World of Metals in 2027 is the ecoMetals initiative, organized by Messe Düsseldorf in cooperation with VDMA Metallurgy and Thermoprocessing. For foundry and casting companies that are leading the transformation toward sustainable, climate-neutral production, ecoMetals is the platform that makes that leadership visible.

The ecoMetals initiative highlights companies that invest in innovative, sustainable, and economically competitive technologies — and it gives those companies increased visibility on the show floor through the ecoMetals Trail, enhanced online reach through a dedicated digital ecoMetals profile, and direct networking with the decision-makers, media, and experts focused on environmentally responsible innovation in the metals and casting sector.

The initiative is built around three core themes:

Green Production Solutions 2.0 focuses on new energy-efficient production processes and resource-saving technologies. For the foundry industry, this means the replacement of fossil fuel-fired processes with green hydrogen and electrified alternatives, digitalized production optimization, and resource-conserving manufacturing approaches that reduce scrap and energy consumption without compromising part quality or cost competitiveness.

Energy and Carbon Management Solutions addresses the measurement, management, and reduction of energy use and greenhouse gas emissions across every stage of casting production. From AI-driven energy optimization and waste heat recovery through to customized carbon management and offset strategies, this theme demonstrates how even long-established foundry processes can be made progressively more climate-friendly.

Circular Solutions covers the circular economy principles that are becoming increasingly central to the foundry industry — recycling of metallic scrap and secondary raw materials, closed-loop processes for aluminium and other non-ferrous metals, and the recovery and reuse of sand, binders, and other casting process materials.

At NEWCAST and the broader Bright World of Metals 2023, ecoMetals drew participation from major industry leaders across the metals ecosystem, including BMW, Swiss Steel, Hydro, EWE, ArcelorMittal, Trimet, Thyssenkrupp nucera, ABP, Primobius, and Andritz — each demonstrating real, commercially implemented sustainability innovations. In 2027, participation in ecoMetals is expected to grow further as the industry’s sustainability transformation accelerates.

For any foundry or casting company that wants to be seen as a leader in sustainable manufacturing — not just an exhibitor on the show floor — ecoMetals at NEWCAST 2027 is the platform that delivers that positioning.

Digital Exhibitor Passes at NEWCAST 2027

Messe Düsseldorf has moved fully to a digital exhibitor pass system for NEWCAST 2027, offering exhibiting companies a more flexible and efficient way to manage badge allocation and distribution across their booth teams.

The system works through the Exhibitor Voucher Code Manager — a dedicated portal where exhibitors can manage their entire allocation of voucher codes, track which codes have been redeemed, and distribute passes directly to booth staff by email. Exhibitor voucher codes can be ordered up until the last day of the trade fair, giving you flexibility to respond to last-minute staff changes without the complications of physical badge logistics.

Each booth employee receives a unique code linked to their email address — only one code can be redeemed per email address. Once redeemed, the pass can be carried on a smartphone for full on-site flexibility, and passes can be reprinted if lost without the stress and cost associated with traditional physical badge replacement.

The system operates on a pay-per-use basis, meaning exhibitor passes are billed based on actual admission rather than a fixed block allocation. This represents both a cost saving for exhibitors with smaller teams and a planning advantage for those managing large booth operations across multiple days.

Every exhibitor also receives a contingent of free exhibitor voucher codes as part of their exhibition package — check your Exhibitor Dashboard for your specific allocation.

Additional fee-based voucher codes can be ordered through the Messe Düsseldorf Online Order System (OOS).

Preparing for NEWCAST 2027 — Tools and Services for Attendees

NEWCAST 2027 offers several digital tools to help attendees prepare for the most productive possible visit:

MyOrganizer is your personal trade fair planner — a digital tool that allows visitors to plan their schedule, bookmark exhibitors, organize meetings, and track the products and companies they want to visit during their days at the fairground.

Matchmaking brings exhibitors and visitors together before the trade fair opens — allowing both sides to plan appointments and meetings in advance so that the five days in Düsseldorf deliver maximum business value from the first hour of the first day.

Exhibitor and Product Search allows attendees to browse the full catalogue of NEWCAST exhibitors and their products before arriving — so every visitor can arrive with a prioritized list of booths and conversations rather than navigating 478-plus exhibitors cold.

eTickets are available for purchase online at reduced prices compared to on-site admission — with direct access at the fairground and no queuing at ticket desks.

GMTN Newsletter keeps registered visitors and exhibitors updated on all important NEWCAST 2027 developments in the lead-up to the event.

Düsseldorf as a Destination — What to Expect

Düsseldorf is consistently ranked among the cities with the best quality of life in the world — and for good reason. The city combines genuine Rhineland warmth and character with the sophistication of one of Germany’s most important international business and fashion centres. For trade fair visitors arriving from across the globe, Düsseldorf is a genuinely welcoming and enjoyable destination.

Hotels: Düsseldorf offers hotels in every category — from luxury city-centre properties and boutique hotels in the Altstadt to practical options close to the Messe Düsseldorf fairground. The NEWCAST website provides a hotel overview and map to help visitors find accommodation suited to their needs. Book early for the Bright World of Metals — June 2027 will see tens of thousands of industry visitors in the city simultaneously.

Dining: Düsseldorf is a city for food lovers. The restaurant scene ranges from Michelin-starred fine dining to the city’s beloved traditional Altbier breweries and their hearty local fare, to international cuisine from Japanese ramen and sushi (Düsseldorf has one of Europe’s largest Japanese communities) through Italian, French, and contemporary European. The city’s restaurant pages list over 200 dining highlights.

Shopping: The Königsallee — known simply as the Kö — is one of Europe’s premier luxury shopping streets, lined with designer boutiques and flagship stores. The nearby Schadowstraße offers high-street fashion, and the area around Carlsplatz is home to independent concept stores and market traders. From Dior and Prada to locally designed German brands, Düsseldorf is a serious shopping destination.

Sightseeing and City Tours: The Düsseldorf Altstadt — the old town along the Rhine — is the social heart of the city, with its famous brewery pubs and riverside promenade. The city also offers an Altbier Safari brewery tour, culinary tours through Little Tokyo, urban art explorations, and a wide range of guided walks, bus tours, boat trips, and cycling routes. The cultural scene includes outstanding art galleries, concert venues, theatres, and a vibrant club culture.

Accessibility: Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) serves direct flights from major cities across Europe, North America, Asia, and the Middle East. The city is a major hub on the German and European high-speed rail network, with excellent connections to Cologne, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Brussels, and beyond.

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