Wear bridges supply and demand in automation and robotics at a strategic moment for the sector
weAR returns to Bilbao Exhibition Centre from 23 to 25 February 2027 for its second edition, cementing its position as the premier biennial event for automation and robotics. At a time when the industry is advancing at an unprecedented pace and automation and robotics play an increasingly strategic role, this February gathering allows suppliers and users to connect at a pivotal moment for shaping investments and industrial projects..
The event combines an expansive exhibition area with workshops, talks, and live demonstrations, creating a dynamic environment to experience real-world applications, discover success stories, and tailor the latest automation and robotics solutions to specific industry needs.
Spanning a broad spectrum of sectors, the trade fair features manufacturers and distributors of drive systems and components, sensor and control technology, IPCs, industrial software, human-machine interfaces, electrical networks and factory supplies, interface technology, low-voltage switching devices, mechanical infrastructure, industrial communication, assembly and handling technology, positioning systems, safety and security technology, industrial wearables, AGVs, robotics, and machine vision.
The trade fair takes place within +INDUSTRY, the country’s largest smart manufacturing platform, which integrates seven complementary industrial exhibitions under one roof: AdditƐD, BeDIGITAL, Maintenance, Pumps & Valves, Subcontratación, and weAR, alongside the WORKinn Talent Hub employment forum. This co-located format fosters seamless synergy across the entire advanced manufacturing value chain.
Staging weAR alongside +INDUSTRY attracts decision-makers from key sectors, including automotive, defence, food and beverage, aeronautics and aerospace, energy, capital goods, steel, chemical and petrochemical, and rail, among many others.
The event’s international scope is another defining feature, reflected in the profile of both exhibitors and visitors alike. At its previous edition in 2025, +INDUSTRY welcomed 12,120 professionals from 47 countries. Leading international markets included France, Italy, Germany, Portugal, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Belgium, Morocco, China, Taiwan, and South Korea.
Visit the official event website for further information and registration.
FAQ – weAR 2027: International Automation and Robotics Trade Fair in Bilbao
2. When and where will weAR 2027 take place?
weAR 2027 will take place from 23 to 25 February 2027 at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre in Spain. The event will be held alongside +INDUSTRY, a major smart manufacturing platform bringing together several complementary industrial exhibitions. This format enables visitors to explore automation, robotics and other advanced manufacturing technologies at the same venue.
3. What automation and robotics technologies will be showcased at weAR 2027?
The exhibition will cover a wide range of industrial technologies, including industrial robots, autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), machine vision, sensors, control systems and industrial software. Visitors will also discover human-machine interfaces, industrial communication solutions, safety technologies, positioning systems and assembly equipment. Workshops, presentations and live demonstrations will highlight practical applications and industrial use cases.
4. What is the relationship between weAR 2027 and +INDUSTRY?
weAR forms part of +INDUSTRY, a smart manufacturing platform hosted at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre. The event brings together complementary exhibitions, including AdditƐD, BeDIGITAL, Maintenance, Pumps & Valves and Subcontratación, alongside weAR and the WORKinn Talent Hub employment forum. This combined format encourages collaboration across different areas of the advanced manufacturing value chain.
5. Which industries and professionals should attend weAR 2027?
weAR 2027 is designed for industrial decision-makers, engineers, automation specialists, technology suppliers and manufacturers seeking advanced production solutions. The event targets sectors including automotive, aerospace, defence, energy, food and beverage, steel, chemicals, petrochemicals, rail and capital goods. It offers opportunities to evaluate technologies, connect with suppliers and explore solutions for specific industrial requirements.
6. How international is the weAR and +INDUSTRY exhibition?
The event has a strong international dimension, attracting exhibitors and visitors from multiple industrial markets. During its previous edition in 2025, +INDUSTRY welcomed 12,120 professionals from 47 countries. Represented markets included France, Italy, Germany, Portugal, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Belgium, Morocco, China, Taiwan and South Korea. These figures reflect attendance across +INDUSTRY as a whole, rather than weAR alone.
7. Who organises weAR 2027, and what opportunities does the event offer businesses?
weAR 2027 is jointly organised by STECH (the Spanish Association for Smart Technologies for the Manufacturing Industry) and Bilbao Exhibition Centre, with institutional support from the Provincial Council of Bizkaia and SPRI – Basque Government. The event provides businesses with opportunities to meet technology providers, attend technical workshops, observe live demonstrations and identify solutions for upcoming automation projects. Its integration within +INDUSTRY also encourages networking and collaboration across the wider industrial ecosystem.
