08/05/2025 – Special section “World of Cables” in hall 13
Cables rock „wire 2026“
From 13 to 17 April 2026, “wire” in Düsseldorf/Germany will once again be the international hot spot for industrial news and technological trends in wire and cable technologies. As a global industry hub, it is expanding its offering for the first time to include the special section “World of Cables” in Hall 13, featuring the end product cable, which is indispensable for any functioning infrastructure.
Trade fair “wire 2026” is expanding its offering for the first time to include the special section “World of Cables” in Hall 13, featuring the end product cable. © Nexans
And we will be celebrating this in style in 2026 – 40 years of ‘wire’, 40 years of innovation on the Rhine!" says Daniel Ryfisch, Director of Messe Düsseldorf. © Messe Düsseldorf
Whether in the context of the energy sector's transformation to renewable energies, broadband expansion, urbanisation or digitalisation, cables are the silent, indispensable heroes of global industries. Their quality, performance and reliability are key determinants of the efficiency of entire systems.
The special section “World of Cables” puts these end products in the spotlight and impressively demonstrates their key role in challenging applications – from high-voltage cables to fibre optics, automation and telecommunications. Trade visitors will gain a comprehensive overview of modern applications, new materials, intelligent cable systems and innovative connection technologies. Topics such as sustainability and recyclability play a prominent role.
‘For almost 40 years, ‘wire’ has been the place to be for everyone who thinks big about wire and cable. With ‘World of Cables’, we are now putting the real stars of the industry on the big stage – the end products! Because without cables, nothing works – neither high-tech nor sustainability. And we will be celebrating this in style in 2026 – 40 years of ‘wire’, 40 years of innovation on the Rhine!" says Daniel Ryfisch, Director of Messe Düsseldorf. ‘What's particularly cool is that many exhibitors have been there from the very beginning – real veterans with innovative strength!’
At “wire 2026”, international market leaders and specialised suppliers will present their products, solutions and visions for the future of cable technology. The programme will be complemented by forums, technical presentations and live demonstrations that promote dialogue between manufacturers, users and researchers. Attractive stand construction packages and targeted visitor marketing campaigns with maximum global reach make the “World of Cables” interesting for exhibitors.
Its integration into “wire 2026” means that the entire value chain of cable production will be represented – from raw materials and manufacturing to final application in key industries worldwide. After all, innovation, exchange and sustainable growth are essential in a world that depends on high-performance connections.
