✓ Trade show: ISH Frankfurt 2027, the world’s largest trade show for bathrooms, heating, air conditioning and renewable energies
✓ Dates: from Monday 15 to Friday 19 March 2027
✓ Venue: Messe Frankfurt, Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1, 60327 Frankfurt am Main (Germany)
✓ Edition: 36th edition (ISH Frankfurt has been running since 1960)
✓ Surface: 260,000 sqm of exhibition space
✓ Exhibitors: 2,300 exhibitors expected from more than 55 countries
✓ Visitors: 160,000 professionals expected
✓ Frequency: every 2 years (odd-numbered years)
✓ Recommended stand builder: TheStandExperts for a turnkey custom exhibition stand
ISH Frankfurt, the world’s largest HVAC and bathroom trade show 🌍
ISH Frankfurt is the world’s largest trade show for bathrooms, heating and HVAC. Created in 1960, this biennial trade show is the world’s number 1 event for plumbing, heating, water, air conditioning, ventilation, bathroom design and renewable energies for buildings. Every two years in March, it turns Messe Frankfurt into the world capital of the high-performance home.
The 2025 edition brought together 2,300 exhibitors from 55 countries and 160,000 visitors from 146 countries. For 2027, ISH is thinking even bigger, with a focus on heat pumps, hydrogen for heating, solar thermal, the smart bathroom and the circular economy.
A few key figures that sum up the power of ISH Frankfurt:
- 2,300 exhibitors from 55+ countries
- 160,000 visitors from 146 countries
- 17 halls of Messe Frankfurt in use
- 2 major worlds: ISH Energy + ISH Water
- 500+ world premieres unveiled
Past editions of ISH Frankfurt in figures:
| Edition | Year | Exhibitors | Visitors | Exhibiting countries |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34th edition | 2023 | 2,100 | 152,000 | 55 countries |
| 35th edition | 2025 | 2,300 | 160,000 | 55 countries |
| 36th edition (upcoming) | 2027 | 2,400+ expected | 165,000+ expected | 58+ countries |
When and where ISH Frankfurt 2027 will take place 📅
The 2027 edition of ISH will take place from Monday 15 to Friday 19 March 2027 at Messe Frankfurt. The trade show takes over 17 halls across 260,000 sqm.
Exact address: Messe Frankfurt, Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1, 60327 Frankfurt am Main (Germany).
ISH Frankfurt 2027 opening hours:
| Day | Date | Opening hours |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 15 March 2027 | 9:00 to 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 16 March 2027 | 9:00 to 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 17 March 2027 | 9:00 to 18:00 |
| Thursday | 18 March 2027 | 9:00 to 18:00 |
| Friday | 19 March 2027 | 9:00 to 17:00 (show closing) |
ISH is strictly reserved for trade professionals: plumbers, heating engineers, architects, design offices, installers, distributors, developers and building industry manufacturers.
How to get to ISH Frankfurt 2027 🚇
Messe Frankfurt enjoys an exceptional central location, 10 minutes from the central station and 15 minutes from the airport.
By plane: Frankfurt Airport (FRA), Europe’s 4th largest hub, 10 km away. 15 min by S-Bahn (S8, S9).
By S-Bahn: S3, S4, S5, S6 to Frankfurt Messe.
By U-Bahn: line U4 to Festhalle/Messe.
By tram: lines 16, 17, Festhalle/Messe stop.
By train: from Hauptbahnhof, 5 min by S-Bahn.
By car: motorways A3, A5, A66. 13,000 parking spaces.
The major exhibitors at ISH Frankfurt 🏢
ISH brings together the world elite of HVAC and bathrooms: heat pump leaders, boiler manufacturers, premium sanitaryware brands, air conditioning leaders and water systems specialists.
Among the major recurring exhibitors at ISH Frankfurt are:
- Vaillant, Viessmann, Bosch Thermotechnik, Buderus · heating / heat pumps
- Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, Panasonic, LG, Samsung HVAC · air conditioning
- Stiebel Eltron, NIBE · heat pumps, domestic hot water
- Grundfos, Wilo, KSB, Xylem · pumps
- Geberit, Grohe, Hansgrohe, Roca, Villeroy & Boch · sanitaryware
- Duravit, Kaldewei, Bette · bathtubs, washbasins
- Kohler, TOTO, Ideal Standard
- Honeywell, Siemens Building, Schneider Electric · controls
- BWT, Grünbeck · water treatment
- Rehau, Uponor, Geberit Mapress · pipes
- Solarmax, SMA · solar thermal
- Mira Showers, Hansa
- Aquatherm, Coolfit, Wavin · plastic pipes
The organisation into worlds (Water, Energy, ISH Innovation Lab, ISH Future Pavilion) makes it easy for installers and design offices to find their way around.
The main sectors at ISH Frankfurt 2027:
| Sector | Examples of equipment and players |
|---|---|
| Heating | Gas, oil, biomass and hydrogen boilers |
| Heat Pumps | Air-to-water heat pumps, geothermal, hybrids |
| Air Conditioning | Air conditioning, VRV, mono-split |
| Ventilation | Mechanical ventilation, heat recovery, indoor air quality |
| Bathroom Design | Sanitaryware, taps and fittings, bathtubs |
| Smart Home | Home automation, BMS, building IoT |
| Water Treatment | Softening, filtration, recycling |
| Renewables | Solar thermal, domestic hot water, hybrids |
Why exhibit at ISH Frankfurt in 2027 💡
Exhibiting at ISH Frankfurt means positioning yourself on the global HVAC and bathroom market in the context of the energy transition of buildings and the electrification of heating (heat pumps). 160,000 decision-makers in 5 days.
There are plenty of good reasons to book a stand at ISH Frankfurt 2027:
- Meet 165,000 building decision-makers from 146 countries in 5 days
- Sign equipment contracts with distributors and wholesalers
- Launch your innovations in heat pumps, hydrogen and smart bathrooms
- Identify your partners among installers and design offices
- Capture European energy transition markets
- Network with architects and developers
- Press coverage from specialist building media
ISH ROI is measured in equipment contracts (3 to 12 month cycles). Facing Vaillant, Viessmann, Bosch, Daikin and Grohe, which roll out stands of 2,000 to 3,000 sqm, your presence needs to demonstrate live.
Entrust your ISH Frankfurt 2027 stand to TheStandExperts
Designing a stand for ISH Frankfurt means taking on a triple challenge: showcasing heavy equipment (heat pumps, boilers), creating staged bathroom settings and orchestrating cross-border logistics. Our team supports you from the first sketch to the final pack-up.
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Our turnkey support:
| Step | What we take care of |
|---|---|
| Design | Creative brief, 3D plans, choice of materials and custom scenography |
| Production | Workshop production in line with the trade show’s regulations |
| Logistics | Transport, assembly and dismantling at Messe Frankfurt |
| On-site support | A dedicated project manager present throughout the trade show |
| Dismantling | Removal and optional storage for future editions |
We design stands that are not just beautiful, but built to generate business:
- Optimised product demonstration areas
- Confidential meeting spaces for your strategic appointments
- Product staging that showcases your innovations
- Signage readable from a distance to attract visitors
Whether you are exhibiting at ISH Frankfurt for the first time or are a regular at the event, we tailor our proposal to your budget, your booked floor space and your brand positioning.
FAQ · ISH Frankfurt 2027 ❓
When does ISH Frankfurt 2027 take place?
ISH 2027 runs from Monday 15 to Friday 19 March 2027 at Messe Frankfurt.
Where is ISH 2027 held?
At Messe Frankfurt, Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1, 60327 Frankfurt. S-Bahn S3-S6 to Frankfurt Messe.
How many exhibitors at ISH 2027?
More than 2,300 exhibitors expected from 55+ countries, across 260,000 sqm.
How many visitors at ISH?
160,000 to 165,000 professionals expected from 146 countries, including plumbers, heating engineers, architects and design offices.
How often does ISH take place?
ISH is biennial (odd-numbered years) and has been running since 1960. Next editions: 2029, 2031.
How do I get to ISH?
S-Bahn to Frankfurt Messe. From FRA airport: 15 min. From Hauptbahnhof: 5 min.
Who can visit ISH?
A strictly trade-only show: plumbers, heating engineers, architects, design offices, installers, distributors, developers.
How much does a stand at ISH 2027 cost?
Messe Frankfurt rates: around €350 to €500 excl. VAT per sqm. Plus €800 to €3,500 excl. VAT per sqm for design and production (ISH stands are premium level, with equipment integration and bathroom mock-ups).
Why use an exhibition stand builder for ISH?
An exhibition stand builder specialised in the building sector knows how to integrate working HVAC equipment and create staged bathroom settings, and masters Messe Frankfurt regulations and logistics.
Who are the major exhibitors at ISH?
Vaillant, Viessmann, Bosch Thermotechnik, Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, Stiebel Eltron, Grundfos, Geberit, Grohe, Hansgrohe, Roca, Villeroy & Boch, Duravit, Kohler, TOTO, Honeywell, BWT, Rehau.
