Upcoming Trade Shows Rimini, Italy for Stone

There’s quite a lot to be set about the progress made by Rimini’s natural stone industry at the premier event for the surface and stone technology sector at TECNA. Editions of this event are big draws for a global audience of industry professionals eager to engage with the latest innovations in surface processing, design, and manufacturing. Countries such as Spain, Turkey, India, Brazil, Egypt, and Mexico were well-represented, but it was the strong turnout from the African continent that signaled TECNA’s growing global reach in 2025. Visitor numbers are one thing. To judge the success of an exhibition you have to look at the quality and depth of discussions between suppliers and international buyers, which remains impressively high. A total of 1,600 business meetings, organized in collaboration with the Italian Trade Agency, paired 150 top buyers from 36 countries with technology providers in a targeted matchmaking effort. This year’s TECNA placed a distinct emphasis on innovation. Research and development teams from across the sector unveiled next-generation solutions focused on sustainability, digitalization, energy efficiency, and artificial intelligence, which are essential for the success of Rimini’s natural stone industry. Notable innovations included kilns powered by alternative energy, automated production lines with lower emissions, and new applications in digital decoration. These trends point to a clear direction for the future of stone and ceramic processing: smarter, greener, and more design-focused. The event’s packed schedule featured standout moments such as the inaugural conference, which addressed how current geopolitical conditions are shaping international trade. Analysts Paolo Magri and Marco Taisch offered expert insights into export risks and emerging opportunities for Italian manufacturers, while the TecnAwards, now in their second edition, highlighted global success stories in ceramic manufacturing, celebrating the most strategic investments made in the last two years.