BICES 2025 Draws 1,300 Global Exhibitors to Showcase Next-Gen Machinery

10 Nov 2025 CW Team

The 17th China (Beijing) International Construction Machinery, Building Material Machines and Mining Machines Exhibition (BICES 2025) concluded successfully at the China International Exhibition Center, Shunyi.

Held from September 23–26 under the theme “High-end, Green, Smart and Future,” the world-class event brought together nearly 1,300 leading domestic and international enterprises across a sprawling 150,000 sq. m exhibition area. The show attracted over 148,000 professional visitors and users from 73 countries and regions, reinforcing its position as one of the most influential gatherings in the global construction machinery industry.

BICES 2025 served as a dynamic platform for showcasing next-generation technologies, sustainable innovations, and intelligent equipment solutions shaping the future of construction, mining, and materials handling. Industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders exchanged insights on global market trends and technological advancements, marking another milestone in the evolution of the construction machinery sector.

For more information and photos, visit: http://en.e-bices.org/article/84095115714839041

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