Ecomondo 2026: 9 tips to make the most of your visit and seize every opportunity

From 3 to 6 November, Rimini Expo Centre will host the 29th edition of Ecomondo, the leading international meeting point for the Green, Blue and Circular Economy. Bringing together businesses, institutions and professionals, Ecomondo is the place to discover innovations, build connections and explore new business opportunities.
With 169,000 square metres of exhibition space, 30 halls and more than 1,800 exhibitors expected, planning your visit is essential to make the most of your time and ensure you don't miss the most interesting events and activities.
From Mexico, this year's Guest Country, to the debut of the Africa Investment Hub, as well as conferences, B2B meetings and themed tours, Ecomondo 2026 offers countless opportunities to broaden your horizons.

Here are 9 practical tips to help you plan your visit, discover the latest innovations and turn every day at the exhibition into a valuable opportunity.

1. Plan your visit using the Ecomondo App
The exhibitor catalogue, interactive map, event program and, new this year, two features that let you connect directly with companies: the Ecomondo App is the ideal starting point for planning your visit and finding your way around everything the exhibition has to offer. Available for iOS and Android, it puts all the essential information at your fingertips, helping you organise each day efficiently.

New this year are Chat and Business Meeting, two features designed to connect visitors and exhibitors a lot easier.

• With Chat, you can contact companies directly through the app, start a conversation and request information about the products and solutions showcased at the exhibition.
• With Business Meeting, you can browse the exhibitor directory, select the company you want to meet and request an appointment by choosing a date and time. Once confirmed, the meeting will automatically appear in your schedule.

You'll arrive at the exhibition with a clear plan for your visit, while still having plenty of time to explore new ideas and discover other businesses.

→ Download the App

2. Get inspired by Shades of Circularity and discover the Textile District
How can art bring circularity to life? At Ecomondo 2026, Shades of Circularity uses colour and materials to create a visual journey exploring the challenges of textile sustainability, from reducing environmental impact to recovering textile fibres. This installation invites visitors to rethink the lifecycle of products and discover the opportunities offered by a more circular textile industry.
The experience connects with the Textile District, where visitors can explore the technologies, projects and innovative solutions shaping the future of the sector.

→ Discover Shades of Circularity and the Textile District

3. Explore the exhibition layout and plan your route
From waste management and the water cycle to the bioeconomy and sustainable cities, Ecomondo brings together dedicated exhibition sectors and themed districts addressing the key challenges of the ecological transition. Explore the areas most relevant to your interests, discover the technologies and companies leading the way, and plan your visit around your priorities.

→ Explore Ecomondo's exhibition layout

4. Join the thematic tours and discover innovation up close
Explore the key challenges of the circular economy through Ecomondo 2026's guided tours, which take you to selected exhibitor stands to discover innovative technologies and solutions firsthand. Five routes are available: Textile Circularity, Bio-based & Waste Based Transition, Critical Metals Recovery, Water Efficiency & Circularity, and Smart Waste Collection & Logistics.

The tours are conducted in English, with one tour per day, in groups of up to 20 people, and last approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. Depending on the route, meeting points are located at the Info Point in Hall Sud or the Tour Point in Hall West. You can register through the website or the app.

→ Discover the thematic tours and find out how to take part

5. Browse the event program and choose the events you don't want to miss
Conferences, forums and meetings with experts offer valuable opportunities to stay up to date with the challenges of the ecological transition and exchange ideas with businesses, institutions and researchers.
Here are some key events to add to your schedule:

• States General of the Green Economy – taking place on 3 and 4 November, this event explores the latest developments and future prospects of the green economy.
• Africa Green Growth Forum – 6th edition: The Mattei Plan, dialogue between institutions and the private sector for Africa's sustainable development – focusing on dialogue between institutions and the private sector to support sustainable development across Africa.
• ESG CEO Summit – 3rd edition: A Sustainable Future Between Compliance and Competitiveness: From Reporting to Industrial Transformation – exploring the relationship between sustainability, regulatory compliance and business competitiveness.

Check the program in advance and use the filters to find the sessions most relevant to your work.

→ Browse the official event program

6. Stop by the Innovation District: start-ups, green jobs and talent
The Innovation District is dedicated to start-ups and innovative solutions driving the ecological transition. Here, you can discover emerging technologies and potential collaborations, visit the Green Jobs & Skills area, which focuses on the skills and careers needed for a more sustainable future, and explore the innovations recognised by the Lorenzo Cagnoni Award for Green Innovation, which celebrates the most innovative technologies showcased at the exhibition.

→ Discover the Innovation District, start-ups and related initiatives

7. Africa Investment Hub: new opportunities for international networking
Located in Hall B8, the Africa Investment Hub provides a dedicated space for businesses, institutions and industry professionals looking to develop new partnerships in African markets. Representatives from Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco, Côte d'Ivoire, South Africa, Senegal and Ghana will be present, offering an opportunity to connect with international stakeholders, explore investment opportunities and build new relationships in the green and circular economy sectors.

8. Plan you journey to Ecomondo in advance
Whether you travel by train, car, bus or plane, choose the most convenient way to reach Rimini Expo Centre. Riminifiera railway station is located directly within the exhibition grounds, and dedicated transport services are also available, including shuttle buses from Bologna and bus connections from hotels. If you're travelling by car, check the available parking options and consider public transport for a more sustainable journey.

→ Find out how to reach Ecomondo

9. Make the most of your stay in Rimini
Take the opportunity to discover Rimini beyond the exhibition grounds. Explore the historic centre, home to the Arch of Augustus, the Tiberius Bridge and the Malatesta Temple, visit the Fellini Museum, or enjoy the seafront and local cuisine. It's the perfect way to balance your time at the exhibition with culture, relaxation and informal moments with colleagues and business contacts.

→ Plan your stain in Rimini

Stay connected with Ecomondo and share your participation
Let your network know you'll be attending Ecomondo! With Gleanin, you can share your participation and invite clients and business contacts to meet you at the exhibition. You can also subscribe to the newsletter to keep up with the latest news and upcoming events.

→ Share your participation with Gleanin
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Save the dates: Ecomondo will be waiting for you at Rimini Expo Centre from 3 to 6 November 2026.