AMTOE 2026 Opens Global Machine Tool Sourcing Hub

22 Apr 2026 CW Team

The Asian Machine Tool Online Exhibition 2026 (AMTOE 2026) has officially opened as a B2B sourcing platform connecting global buyers with verified Asian suppliers across the machine tool and manufacturing sector. The exhibition will run until 31 October 2026 through a hybrid online and offline model, offering extended sourcing and business networking opportunities.

Co-organised by AsianNet and TradeAsia, the event aims to strengthen links between Asian manufacturers and international importers while improving cross-border procurement efficiency and supplier matching.

Since launching in 2022, AMTOE has attracted international buyers and supported enquiry generation, business matchmaking and order conversions, helping it become a recognised online trade exhibition in Asia.

AMTOE 2026 is being held alongside major global industry exhibitions including CIMES, IMTS and JIMTOF to consolidate buyer traffic and improve sourcing efficiency.

Participating manufacturers include Noveltek Industrial Manufacturing, Kingdom Machinery And Oav Equipment & Tools among others. Product categories include machine tools, metalworking machinery, laser equipment, moulding systems, testing equipment, bearings, pneumatics and material handling systems.

The platform also features exhibitor pages, digital catalogues and business matching tools, enabling buyers to compare suppliers, review products and submit enquiries efficiently.

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