The Subcontracting fair Z is an international event taking place from March 2-5, 2027, in Leipzig. This biennial trade fair serves as a platform for subcontractors and industrial service companies covering early and middle stages of production. The 2025 edition features a diverse array of products and services, catering to decision-makers and professionals from machine tool and plant engineering, automotive and vehicle industries, toolmaking, and other sectors. The event is held concurrently with the Intec International Trade Fair for Machine Tools, Manufacturing, and Automation, creating a unique combination in Europe that spans the entire value chain from raw materials to manufacturing technology. The fair covers topics including machining, subtractive and additive processes, and digitalization in production, offering solutions for all stages of planning, production preparation, operative manufacturing, and distribution. The event will feature over 700 exhibitors from 26 countries, with 35,000 square meters of exhibition space and 17,800 visitors from 42 countries. The program includes over 80 events in the specialist program.
