EIMA Idrotech 2026 – Bologna, Italy

• 10 de noviembre de 2026
  Fecha del evento:
• 14 de noviembre de 2026
  Final del evento:

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EIMA Idrotech 2026 is the global reference exhibition for technologies dedicated to the intelligent management of water resources, held within EIMA International from November 10–14, 2026 at BolognaFiere. Organized by FederUnacoma surl in collaboration with BolognaFiere Spa, it is the specialized showcase entirely focused on irrigation, water treatment, and sustainable water management for agriculture.

You can expect a highly technical and international exhibition covering over 10,500 square meters across dedicated halls, with more than 240 exhibiting industries confirmed in recent editions. The show offers concrete technological answers to the water emergency that is now affecting all Italian regions and many areas worldwide, with a focus on high-tech drought-fighting systems and reduction of water losses. It is located within the great exhibition of agricultural mechanics, which in 2026 will host 1,748 exhibitors and over 346,800 visitors.

The showcase presents all technologies for water management, from pumping and filtering to precision delivery. Visitors include farmers, irrigation contractors, agronomists, reclamation consortia, water utilities, dealers, and researchers. The atmosphere is professional, with live demonstrations of large irrigation machines and strong presence of universities and technical institutions. Whether you need to modernize a drip system, implement variable rate irrigation, or design large-scale water infrastructure, EIMA Idrotech from November 10–14, 2026 provides a complete overview.

Fechas de los eventos

Fechas de eventos: November 10–14, 2026
Event Month: November 2027 (Dates TBD) was previously listed, confirmed dates now November 10–14, 2026
Ubicación: Bolonia, Italia
Lugar: BolognaFiere Exhibition Centre, Viale della Fiera 20, 40127 Bologna
Formato: In-person specialized showcase within EIMA International
Horario de apertura: 09:00 to 18:30 daily
Edición: 2026 edition within 46th EIMA International

The exhibition runs for five full days, from Tuesday November 10 to Saturday November 14, 2026.

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Lugar y lugar de exposición

Nombre del lugar: Centro de Exposiciones BolognaFiere
Dirección: Viale della Fiera, 20, 40127 Bologna, Italy
Official Showcase Website: https://www.eimaidrotech.it/en/
Main Exhibition Website: https://www.eima.it/en/index.php
Organizador: FederUnacoma surl

BolognaFiere is one of Europe’s largest exhibition centers, with 122,000 sqm net exhibition space used for EIMA. For the November 10–14, 2026 edition, EIMA Idrotech occupies Halls 21, 22, and 23, a dedicated block of over 10,500 sqm close to EIMA Energy and EIMA Components. These halls offer high ceilings for tall irrigation booms, reinforced floors for heavy pumping stations, and water connections for live filtration tests.

The venue is organized into 14 merchandise sectors and seven thematic showcases: Energy, Components, Idrotech, Digital, Green, plus new EIMA Extend and EIMA Campus. This structure allows easy navigation. The Idrotech area features wide aisles, demo pools, a Technical Innovation exhibition zone, and conference corners.

Facilities include free Wi-Fi, business centers, restaurants, bars, cloakrooms, shuttle service inside the fairground, and enhanced security. The complex is fully accessible and equipped for handling large machinery during the November 10–14, 2026 show.

Programa completo del evento

The programme for EIMA Idrotech 2026 is part of EIMA International’s extensive programme, which offers over 150 meetings in the form of conferences, talk shows, workshops and appointments outside the show during November 10–14, 2026.

Institutional Conferences: Opening ceremony on November 10 at the Quadriportico at 12:30 PM includes Tractor of the Year 2027 awards. Dedicated Idrotech conferences cover sustainable use of water resources, water policy in Mediterranean agriculture, and funding for efficient irrigation under EU and national programs.

Technical Seminars: Daily seminars on design of efficient irrigation systems, maintenance of drip systems, reduction of evaporation losses, and integration of irrigation with digital agriculture. Universities present research on soil moisture sensing and water budgeting.

Talk Shows: Experts from reclamation consortia, ANBI, and industry discuss drought management, water storage and reuse, and desalination for agriculture.

Technical Innovation Contest: Award-winning innovations are displayed with detailed technical explanations. Many Idrotech innovations focus on water saving.

REAL Area Link: Programme includes cross-over sessions with EIMA Digital on smart irrigation controllers and AI-based scheduling.

Full programme with exact times for November 10–14, 2026 is published on eima.it and eimaidrotech.it.

Empresas y expositores destacados

EIMA Idrotech from November 10–14, 2026 hosts a highly qualified selection of irrigation leaders.

Pumping Systems: Manufacturers of electric, diesel, and solar-powered pumps, submersible pumps, and high-efficiency pumping stations.

Filtering and Treatment: Leading brands for sand, disc, and screen filters, automatic backwash systems, and water treatment to prevent clogging.

Delivery Systems: Drip lines, micro-sprinklers, center pivots, linear systems, hose reel irrigators, and rain guns from European, Israeli, and American companies.

Automation: Controllers, solenoid valves, flow meters, pressure regulators, and remote control via cloud platforms and mobile apps.

Smart Technologies: Soil moisture sensors, weather stations, fertigation units, and software for irrigation scheduling.

Exhibitors number already 210 industries for the 2026 edition, growing to around 240 to 250 at full capacity. The showcase includes component suppliers from EIMA Components and research bodies. International presence includes Italy, Spain, France, Germany, Israel, Turkey, and USA.

Sectores agrícola y medioambiental

Arable Crops: Large-scale solutions for maize, cereals, and oilseeds with center pivots and hose reels optimized for November 10–14, 2026 demonstrations.

Specialty Crops: Precision drip and micro-sprinkler systems for vineyards, orchards, and horticulture, reducing water use.

Green and Landscape: Irrigation for urban green, sports turf, and gardening, linked to EIMA Green.

Reclamation and Infrastructure: Pumping stations and canal management systems for consortia managing water distribution networks.

Livestock: Water supply and pasture irrigation systems.

Energy-Water Nexus: Solar-powered pumping and energy-efficient distribution integrated with EIMA Energy.

Environmental Protection: Technologies for reduction of losses, prevention of runoff, and protection of water bodies, central theme for the November 10–14, 2026 edition.

Productos, tecnologías e innovaciones

Pumping and Lifting: High-efficiency pumps, solar pumps, and variable speed drives for energy saving.

Filtering: Advanced filtration stations with automatic cleaning, crucial for drip system longevity.

Water Delivery: From drip tapes to large pivots, including thermo-reflective screens like PRISMA and ROBUXTA that cut water lost to evaporation by up to 50 percent, highlighted for EIMA International 2026 from November 10–14, 2026.

Automation and Control: ISOBUS-compatible controllers, LPWAN and 5G connectivity, and cloud platforms for remote monitoring.

Smart Irrigation: Sensor-based scheduling, variable rate irrigation, and AI decision support.

Technical Innovations: Award-winning systems for high-tech drought fighting, water saving, and intelligent management displayed in the innovation gallery during November 10–14, 2026.

Servicios: Design, auditing, and maintenance services for irrigation systems.

Demostraciones y talleres

Outdoor Demonstrations: During November 10–14, 2026, dedicated outdoor areas adjacent to Halls 21-23 host live operation of hose reels, pivots, and sprinklers, showing uniformity and automation.

Demostraciones en interiores: Filtration stations and drip systems operating with colored water to show flow and filtration efficiency.

Talleres: Daily technical workshops on irrigation design, fertigation management, and software use, organized by FederUnacoma and universities.

EIMA Campus: Presentations of research projects on water saving and climate adaptation throughout the five days.

Seguridad: All demos during November 10–14, 2026 follow strict safety protocols with barriers and staff supervision.

Tipos de billetes y registro

Pricing in USD converted from EUR official prices for EIMA International November 10–14, 2026.

Daily Ticket for General Public: USD 24.00
Valid for one day entry to all halls including EIMA Idrotech during November 10–14, 2026. Official price EUR 22.00.

Business Operators Ticket: USD 81.00
Valid for November 10 and 11, 2026, the two days reserved for business operators. Official price EUR 75.00 valid for both days. Includes access to Business Lounge.

Full Event Ticket: USD 81.00
Same as above, multi-day access for operators needing to return after November 11.

Online Pre-sale Ticket: USD 22.00
Discounted online purchase before November 10, 2026.

Entrada gratis: Foreign visitors registering online in advance for the November 10–14, 2026 edition are granted free admission per long-standing EIMA policy. Students and organized university groups may also qualify for free entry.

Tickets via official e-ticket office on eima.it with QR code entry at BolognaFiere turnstiles from November 10–14, 2026.

Acceso para visitantes profesionales y del sector

Trade Registration for November 10–14, 2026: Dealers, importers, manufacturers, and reclamation consortia can register as professional operators for November 10 and 11 business days, gaining Business Lounge and B2B meeting tools.

Programa para compradores: ICE Agency and FederUnacoma invite selected foreign buyers for structured B2B meetings during November 10–14, 2026, with travel support.

Acreditación de prensa: Press center access throughout November 10–14, 2026 for accredited journalists.

University Groups: Facilitated visits through EIMA Campus during the five-day show.

Online pre-registration recommended for the November 10–14, 2026 edition to avoid queues.

Salas de exposiciones y distribución

Idrotech Halls: Halls 21, 22, and 23 for November 10–14, 2026, total 10,500 sqm dedicated.

Thematic Layout: Close to EIMA Energy and EIMA Components, with Technical Innovation exhibition near main entrance. Quadriportico hosts ceremonies on November 10.

Interactive Floor Plan: Available on eima.it and mobile app for November 10–14, 2026 edition, searchable by exhibitor and product.

Servicios: Information points, restaurants, first aid, and shuttle stops throughout BolognaFiere during November 10–14, 2026.

Sostenibilidad e iniciativas medioambientales

Sustainability is core theme for November 10–14, 2026.

Water Saving: Focus on systems cutting evaporation losses by up to 50 percent, precision application reducing percolation and runoff.

Eficiencia energética: Solar pumping and efficient motors showcased with EIMA Energy during November 10–14, 2026.

Technical Innovation: Awards evaluate environmental contribution, with many Idrotech winners.

Green Fair Management: BolognaFiere implements waste sorting, efficient lighting, digital tickets reducing paper for November 10–14, 2026 edition.

Conferencias: Sessions on climate adaptation and EU water directives during the five days.

Reglas del evento

Acceso: Valid ticket required for November 10–14, 2026. Badges non-transferable, must be worn visibly.

Hours: 09:00 to 18:30 during November 10–14, 2026.

Seguridad: Follow instructions in demo areas. Do not cross barriers around operating irrigation machinery.

Fotografía: Personal photos allowed; professional requires press pass for November 10–14, 2026 event. Private drones prohibited.

Age: Children under 14 not recommended during November 10–14, 2026 due to machinery.

Animals and Smoking: Pets not allowed except service animals; smoking prohibited inside halls during November 10–14, 2026.

Cómo llegar

By Air for November 10–14, 2026: Bologna Marconi Airport 10 km from fairground. Marconi Express to Centrale plus free EIMA shuttle to BolognaFiere during November 10–14, 2026.

En tren: Bologna Centrale high-speed hub. Free shuttle buses to fairground during November 10–14, 2026.

En coche: A14 and A13 via Tangenziale. Follow Fiera signs. Multiple entrances open for November 10–14, 2026.

By Taxi: Enhanced taxi service to BolognaFiere during November 10–14, 2026.

Transporte público y aparcamiento

Shuttle Buses: Free shuttles between Centrale Station, Airport, and BolognaFiere throughout November 10–14, 2026, peak frequency.

Autobuses locales: TPER Line 35 serves Fiera. Ticket USD 1.60.

Aparcamiento: Extensive lots around BolognaFiere for November 10–14, 2026. Fee USD 16.00 to USD 22.00 per day. Advance booking recommended.

Accesibilidad: Low-floor accessible buses during November 10–14, 2026.

Zonas de alojamiento

Book early for November 10–14, 2026 due to high demand.

Fiera Area: Business hotels USD 162.00 to USD 270.00 per night during November 10–14, 2026.

City Center: Boutique hotels USD 130.00 to USD 324.00 per night, easy shuttle access during November 10–14, 2026.

Centrale Station Area: USD 86.00 to USD 173.00 per night.

Outskirts: Ferrara, Modena, Imola USD 75.00 to USD 130.00 per night, connected by train for November 10–14, 2026 visitors.

Official Booking: Bologna Welcome and Fair Point offer special rates for November 10–14, 2026.

Accesibilidad

BolognaFiere fully accessible for November 10–14, 2026.

Physical Access: Ground-level halls 21-23 step-free, ramps, elevators.

Aparcamiento: Accessible spaces near entrances for November 10–14, 2026.

Apoyo: Wheelchairs at info points, reserved seating in conferences during November 10–14, 2026.

Animales: Service animals permitted.

Aspectos destacados de años anteriores

Previous edition recorded 1,748 exhibitors and 346,800 visitors with 63,100 foreign from 150 countries on 122,000 sqm. EIMA Idrotech covered over 10,000 sqm with 210 exhibiting industries, showcasing high-tech drought-fighting systems and sustainable use of water resources. Technical Innovation Contest featured water-saving innovations. The format will be expanded for November 10–14, 2026.

Entradas oficiales e inscripción

Official Showcase Website: https://www.eimaidrotech.it/en/
Main Website: https://www.eima.it/en/index.php
Fechas: November 10–14, 2026
Lugar: BolognaFiere, Viale della Fiera, 20, 40127 Bologna, Italy
Organizador: FederUnacoma surl

Purchase e-tickets online via official office for November 10–14, 2026 edition. Foreign visitors free when registering online in advance.

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