Russia’s Premier Cable and Wire Exhibition
Moscow, Russia — As the Russian energy, construction, and telecommunications sectors continue their dynamic transformation, the nation’s most significant gathering of cable industry professionals is preparing for a historic transition. The 24th International Exhibition of Cable and Wire Products, Equipment and Materials for Its Production — Cabex 2026 — will take place from March 10 to 12, 2026, marking a new chapter in the exhibition’s distinguished history as it debuts at the modern Timiryazev Center exhibition complex in Moscow.
Exhibition Overview: A Quarter-Century of Industry Leadership
Cabex has firmly established itself as Russia’s premier cable industry event and the definitive meeting point for manufacturers, suppliers, engineers, and industry professionals from across the global cable and wire sector. The exhibition serves as the essential platform for showcasing innovations in cable products, manufacturing equipment, raw materials, and electrical installation technologies.
The 2026 edition represents the 24th iteration of this prestigious event, which enjoys strong support from key industry organizations including the International Scientific and Technical Conference named after Prof. I.B. Peshkov, organized by OAO VNIIKP (All-Russian Scientific Research Institute of Cable Industry), the Elektrokabel Association, and the Academy of Electrotechnical Sciences of the Russian Federation. This high-level institutional support ensures participation by key decision-makers and lends the event exceptional authority within the industry.
The exhibition is organized by MVK International Exhibition Company, a leading Russian trade show organizer hosting over 50 events annually across various industries, with a strong regional presence through offices in Moscow, Saint Petersburg, Krasnodar, and Yekaterinburg.
Venue Transition: A New Home at Timiryazev Center
A defining feature of Cabex 2026 is its relocation to the Timiryazev Center, a state-of-the-art exhibition complex that opened in late 2024. This strategic move represents a significant upgrade in exhibition infrastructure and visitor experience.
Timiryazev Center is located in Moscow and it boasts convenient public transport access — just a seven-minute walk from the Petrovsko-Razumovskaya metro station. The new venue offers several compelling advantages:
- Modern infrastructure with cutting-edge technological capabilities ideal for presenting cable industry innovations
- Convenient logistics with improved accessibility for exhibitors and visitors
- Wider aisles and spacious exhibition floors accommodating heavy machinery displays
- Comfortable meeting areas designed for productive business negotiations
- Redesigned exhibition layout optimizing visitor flow and exhibitor visibility
This relocation addresses the need for more sophisticated exhibition space as the cable industry continues to evolve, with organizers promising participants and visitors “even more opportunities” at the new location.
Exhibition Hours and Schedule
Dates: March 10–12, 2026
Daily hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (March 10–11); March 12: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Venue: Timiryazev Center, Vavilov and Chayanov Halls, Moscow
Exhibition Scale and Participation
Cabex 2026 promises to be the most expansive edition in the exhibition’s history, building on the strong performance of previous years.
Exhibitor Projections
Organizers anticipate participation from more than 300 companies—leading manufacturers and suppliers from across the global cable industry. This represents growth from the 2025 edition, which featured over 260 exhibitors.
International Participation
The exhibition attracts substantial international participation, with companies expected from Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, India, Iran, China, Turkey, and other countries. This geographic diversity reflects Cabex’s position as the key gateway to the Russian cable market for international suppliers.
Confirmed Exhibitors
Prominent companies already confirmed for Cabex 2026 include:
International Participants:
- 2M OPTIC
- BNG Compounds
- Gavary Compounds
- Genesis
- Habsans
- Xinming
Russian Participants:
- Akron Holding
- Alur
- Astron-Unit
- Bashplast
- BMP Technology
- Izolyator-Aks
- Kamkat
- MKZ
- NPTs “Ekran”
- OKB KP
- Promrukav
- Raitek
- Rybinskkabel
- Saranskkabel
- SZKSK
- Trading House VNIIKP
- Trading House SKK
- Transkul
- Transenergo
- Uncomtech
- Cable Alliance Holding
- Chuvashkabel
Belarusian Participants:
- Beltelecabel
Visitor Expectations
Cabex 2026 is expected to attract over 5,000 professional visitors from across Russia’s 68 regions and 14 foreign countries. The visitor profile is exceptionally qualified, with 67% of attendees holding leadership positions—company directors, deputy directors, and heads of departments. First-time visitors typically account for 53% of attendance, indicating the exhibition’s continued ability to attract new market entrants alongside returning professionals.
Comprehensive Exposition: The Complete Cable Value Chain
Cabex 2026 offers attendees a comprehensive 360-degree view of the cable industry, with exhibits spanning the entire spectrum of production, materials, and applications. The exposition is organized into five primary thematic sections.
Cables and Wires
This core section showcases the full diversity of cable products:
- Power cables and conductors for energy transmission and distribution
- Fiber optic cables and telecommunications solutions
- Control and instrumentation cables for industrial applications
- Self-supporting insulated wires for overhead power lines
- Telephone cables and structured cabling systems
- Signal and blocking cables for railway applications
- Control and management cables for automation systems
Materials for Cable Production
The upstream segment addresses the essential building blocks of cable manufacturing:
- Conductive materials and compounds
- Insulation materials and polymer compounds
- Protective sheathing materials
- Specialized compounds from suppliers including BNG Compounds, Gavary Compounds, and Genesis
Equipment for Cable Production
Manufacturing technology occupies a significant portion of the exhibition:
- Cable production lines and extrusion equipment
- Stranding and cabling machinery
- Testing and measurement equipment
- Granulation and compounding equipment for material preparation
Electrical Equipment and Power Electronics
Supporting technologies for cable applications:
- Cable accessories and fittings
- Electrical installation solutions
- Power electronics components
- Wiring equipment and connection systems
Fastening Hardware and Installation Technologies
Complementary products essential for cable deployment:
- Cable fastening systems
- Installation tools and equipment
- Cable support structures
Visitor Profile: Decision-Makers Across Industries
Cabex attracts a highly qualified professional audience representing the full spectrum of cable-consuming industries.
Who Visits Cabex?
End Users and Industrial Consumers:
- Managers and specialists responsible for cable selection from industrial enterprises
- Energy companies and power generation facilities
- Oil and gas industry representatives
- Mining and metallurgical enterprises
- Mechanical engineering and shipbuilding companies
- Telecommunications and data center operators
Construction and Infrastructure:
- Design and installation companies
- Construction firms requiring cabling solutions
- Russian Railways infrastructure projects
- Urban development and municipal infrastructure
Distribution and Trade:
- Distributors and wholesalers of cable and wire products
- Companies-dealers seeking new supplier relationships
- Electrical product retailers
Manufacturing Professionals:
- Managers and technologists from cable production companies
- Specialists responsible for selecting materials and equipment
Business Program: Strategic Dialogue and Industry Insight
Running parallel to the exhibition is an extensive business program designed to address the most pressing issues facing the cable industry. The program features three full days of conferences, panel discussions, and industry sessions with participation from recognized experts.
Opening Conference: Peshkov Memorial Scientific-Technical Conference
The business program traditionally opens with the International Scientific and Technical Conference named after Prof. I.B. Peshkov, organized by OAO VNIIKP, the Elektrokabel Association, and the Academy of Electrotechnical Sciences of the Russian Federation. This prestigious gathering brings together the industry’s leading technical minds to discuss fundamental research and development challenges.
Thematic Sessions: Focus on Practical Applications
For 2026, the business program has been redesigned to be “more specialized and focused on practical market challenges”. Special attention is devoted to cable solutions for key industries through five thematic sessions:
1. Standards and Safety: Cable Solutions for Modern Construction
- Product requirements for construction and infrastructure projects
- Safety standards and regulatory compliance
- Fire-resistant and low-smoke cable technologies
2. Energy Transformation: Cables for New Generation, Networks, and Critical Facilities
- Solutions for power generation and distribution networks
- Cables for renewable energy integration
- Technologies for critical infrastructure protection
3. New Mobility Infrastructure: Solutions for Railway and Urban Electric Transport
- Cable requirements for electrified transportation
- Rolling stock and infrastructure cabling
- Charging infrastructure for electric vehicles
4. Digital Transformation: Cables for Communications, Data Centers, AI, and Smart Cities
- High-speed data transmission technologies
- Fiber optic solutions for digital infrastructure
- Cabling for artificial intelligence computing centers
- Smart city connectivity requirements
5. Industry 4.0: Cables for Precision Tasks and High-Load Systems
- Automation and robotics applications
- High-reliability industrial networking
- Cables for extreme operating conditions
Industry Focus Areas
Beyond the thematic sessions, the business program addresses cross-cutting industry challenges:
- Standardization and technical regulation updates
- Safety requirements evolution and compliance
- Technological development trends and innovations
- Import substitution strategies and opportunities
- Key customer requirements across consuming industries
- Sustainability and energy-efficient cable solutions
- Digitalization and automation in cable production
Innovation Recognition: “Best Innovative Product” Competition
A highlight of Cabex 2026 is the “Best Innovative Product” competition, showcasing the technical solutions and new developments shaping the future of the cable industry. This competition offers visitors a “unique opportunity to be the first to see technological breakthroughs and evaluate real implementation cases”.
The competition recognizes excellence across multiple categories, providing exhibitors with valuable third-party validation of their innovations and offering visitors curated exposure to the most promising new technologies entering the market.
Market Context: Strategic Importance and Growth Opportunities
Cabex 2026 takes place at a pivotal moment for Russia’s cable industry, characterized by transformation, opportunity, and strategic realignment.
Industry Significance
The cable industry occupies a strategically vital position in Russia’s economy, providing essential infrastructure for energy transmission, telecommunications, construction, transportation, and industrial automation. As one industry source notes, Cabex is “one of the most significant cable events in the Russian market”.
Import Substitution and Technological Sovereignty
A central theme of current Russian industrial policy is the pursuit of technological sovereignty, and this imperative resonates throughout Cabex 2026. The business program explicitly addresses import substitution strategies and the development of domestic manufacturing capabilities. This creates substantial opportunities for:
- Russian manufacturers expanding production capabilities
- International suppliers offering complementary technologies
- Joint ventures and technology transfer partnerships
International Partnerships and Supply Chain Evolution
Recent years have reshaped the geometry of global supply chains, creating opportunities for suppliers from China, Turkey, India, Iran, and Belarus to expand their presence in the Russian market. The exhibition’s strong international participation reflects this evolving landscape, with national pavilions and collective stands from multiple countries.
End-User Industry Demand
Demand for cable products remains robust across key consuming sectors:
- Energy sector modernization and grid expansion
- Construction industry growth and infrastructure development
- Telecommunications network expansion and 5G deployment
- Transportation electrification and railway modernization
- Industrial automation and Industry 4.0 initiatives
Exhibition Benefits: Why Participate or Visit
For Exhibitors
Cabex offers compelling advantages for companies seeking to establish or expand their presence in the Russian market:
- Present products to a professional target audience of qualified buyers and decision-makers
- Negotiate directly with buyers and company heads, eliminating intermediaries
- Expand sales volume and geography through new customer relationships
- Learn about new technological solutions and market trends through direct market intelligence
- Participate in the business program to gain relevant insights and showcase expertise
For Visitors
Attendees gain exceptional value from the concentrated industry presence:
- Maximum live communication with manufacturers and suppliers—dozens of negotiations within three days
- Condensed market overview with proven suppliers, innovative products, and development opportunities all in one place
- Up-to-date information and experience sharing through business program access to industry analytics, implementation cases, and expert presentations
- Live product evaluation to assess quality and suitability firsthand
- Direct relationship building with company leaders and technical specialists
As one exhibitor notes, “It is at the exhibition that you can personally communicate with company managers and technical specialists and evaluate the quality of equipment in person”.
Registration and Practical Information
Registration
Registration for Cabex 2026 is now open on the official exhibition website. All attendees must register in advance to obtain entry passes.
Ticket pricing:
- Standard ticket: 600 rubles
- Free admission available with promotional codes from exhibitors, partners, or industry media
Promotional codes are widely available—visitors can obtain codes from:
- Participating companies (such as INKATEX with code AKRON26)
- Industry media partners (such as eepir26 from “Elektroenergiya” magazine)
- Exhibition organizers and partners
Venue Access
Metro: Petrovsko-Razumovskaya station (approximately 7 minutes walk)
Address: Timiryazev Center, Vavilov and Chayanov Halls, Moscow
Official Contacts
Organizer: MVK International Exhibition Company
Website: www.cabex.ru
Past Success: Building on 2025 Momentum
The 2026 exhibition builds directly on the strong performance of the 2025 edition, which demonstrated the industry’s resilience and the exhibition’s continued relevance:
- 250+ exhibitors showcasing innovations across the cable sector
- 5,000+ professional visitors from 68 Russian regions and 14 countries
- 53% first-time visitors indicating continued market evolution
- 67% leadership attendance ensuring decision-maker engagement
These metrics confirm Cabex’s position as Russia’s definitive cable industry gathering and provide the foundation for expanded 2026 participation.
Conclusion: The Indispensable Industry Gathering
The 24th International Exhibition Cabex 2026 represents far more than a commercial showcase or industry gathering. As Russia’s premier cable industry event, it embodies the sector’s strategic importance and provides an indispensable meeting point for manufacturers, suppliers, buyers, and industry professionals navigating the challenges and opportunities of a transforming market.
From advanced power cables to fiber optic solutions, from raw materials to production equipment, from installation technologies to quality testing systems, the exhibition offers participants an unparalleled opportunity to explore, compare, and acquire the products and technologies that drive the cable industry forward.
As the exhibition debuts at its new Timiryazev Center venue, participants will experience world-class facilities that match the sophistication of the products on display. The modern infrastructure, enhanced logistics, and redesigned exhibition layout create conditions for record-breaking participation and unprecedented business results.
For industry professionals seeking to understand—or participate in—the evolution of Russia’s cable market, there is no alternative to being at Timiryazev Center from March 10 to 12, 2026. The main event of the Russian cable industry awaits at its spectacular new home.
We look forward to seeing you at Timiryazev Center in Moscow from March 10 to 12, 2026!
