On June 18–21, 2024, CERAMICS CHINA 2024, with “Great Minds to Lead, Digital Intelligence for Brilliancy» as the theme, concluded successfully in extensive praise. This edition is jointly organized by seven entities, including China National Light Industry Council (CNLIC), China Building Materials Federation (CBMF), China Building Ceramic and Sanitaryware Association (CBCSA), China Ceramic Industry Association (CCIA), CCPIT Building Materials Sub-Council (CCPITBM), Unifair Exhibition Service Co., Ltd. and Beijing Jianzhan Technology Development Co., Ltd., thereby, the long-standing «Organizing Ceramics China by turns» has concluded, showcasing the strong influence and multifaceted benefits of the partnership between five national associations and two exhibition companies through united cooperation and resource integration. This act of union has drawn widespread industry attention and positive responses.
Mr. Chen Guoqing, Executive Vice President of CBMF and President of CCPITBM, highly praised the collaborative efforts of the seven organizers in presenting this unprecedented exhibition and expressed sincere gratitude to all the exhibitors, visitors, buyers, and the media partners for their continued support for CERAMICS CHINA over the years.
Mr. Du Tonghe, Vice President of CNLIC and President of CCIA, expressed full affirmation of the seven organizers for jointly holding the exhibition: «This is a powerful measure in line with the forward trend of the new era, promoting high-quality development in the ceramic industry, and giving full play to the role of the ‘national team’ of the ceramic industry. It has gained extensive industry support.»
Ms. Han Xiuping, Managing Director of Unifair Exhibition Company urged industry peers to strengthen cooperation, unite efforts, and jointly propel the industry towards premium, smart, green, and integrated transformation for high-quality development.
Grand in Scale to Display Diverse Charm
Despite the profound transformations in the ceramics industry due to global economic weakness, domestic policy tightening, and real estate market adjustments, Ceramics China 2024 achieved remarkable success, spanning 70,000 sq.m. with 702 exhibitors from 21 countries and regions to showcase over 800 brands.
International exhibitors and brands hail from the vast majority of countries and regions that hold advantages and leadership in the field of ceramic equipment, materials and technologies, including Italy, Spain, Germany, South Korea, India, Japan, Indonesia, Vietnam, Iran, Bangladesh, Turkey, the United Kingdom, France, Russia, Australia, the United States, Brazil Argentina, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. Exhibitors in mainland China come from 23 provinces, including Guangdong, Shandong, Henan, Jiangsu, Fujian, Hebei, Hunan, Jiangxi, Zhejiang, Hubei, Shanghai, Guangxi, Beijing, Anhui, Liaoning, Inner Mongolia, Shanxi, Tianjin, Guizhou, Shaanxi, Sichuan, Ningxia, and Yunnan.
The exhibition’s success benefits from its precise alignment with industry trends toward high-end, smart, green, and integrated transformation. It showcased a comprehensive range of ceramic production and processing equipment, raw materials, decorative materials, refractories, abrasives, spare parts, tools, molds, and design solutions. Visitors and buyers come from manufacturers in various fields, including ceramic tile, ceramic sanitaryware, ceramic tableware, art ceramics, electrical ceramics, and special ceramics, collectively presenting the diversified development trends of the industry.
The distribution of exhibitors by product categories is as follows: 26.9% for ceramic tile equipment, 5.1% for sanitaryware ceramic equipment, 8.2% for tableware ceramic equipment, 15.6% for raw materials, 7.1% for colors & glazes/frits/inks, 13.7% for refractories, 4.2% for wear-resistant materials, 15.7% for tools and molds, spare parts, and 3.5% for design and other enterprises.
Maximize Effect to Win Widespread Praise
The four-day exhibition accommodated totally 81,858 visits from 72 countries and regions, a 35.6% increase compared to the previous edition (2023).
Overseas visitors come from 71 countries and regions, among which Asia accounts for 83.6%, Europe for 10.5%, America for 2.9%, Africa for 2.6%, and Oceania for 0.4%. Top 20 countries by visitor count: India, Iran, Vietnam,
Thailand, Indonesia, Russia, Italy, South Korea, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Turkey, Brazil, Pakistan, Japan, Egypt, Uzbekistan, Sri Lanka, Spain Algeria, and the USA.
Domestic visitors come from 303 cities in 31 provinces, among which South China accounts for 69.1%, East China for 16.3%, Central China for 6.2%, North China for 5.4%, Southwest China for 1.6%, Northeast China for 0.8%, and Northwest China for 0.5%. Top 10 provinces by visitor count: Guangdong, Shandong, Jiangxi, Fujian, Hunan, Henan, Jiangsu, Beijing, Hebei, and Guangxi.
EXHIBITOR’S COMMENTS
Mr. Paolo Mongardi, Chairman of SACMI: CERAMICS CHINA has
brought many customers to the SACMI stand. It has confirmed itself as an international level event and we are very satisfied with the number of visits, highly above our expectations. Many customers even from outside China. A more than positive judgment of the event which remains one of the most interesting ceramics fairs in the Far East.
Mr. Wan Peng, Chairman of JUMPER: The exhibition achieved a new peak in attendance with a notable increase in international exhibitors, showcasing its profound international influence. JUMPER’s diverse innovative exhibits and technologies shone brightly at the exhibition, drawing crowds of domestic and international clients for consultations and negotiations.
Mr. Li Zhanhua, Chairman and CEO of MODENA: CERAMICS CHINA serves as Modena’s starting point for achieving ‘first entrepreneurial deals’ and the beginning of remarkable collaborations. It has witnessed Modena’s transformation from a startup to an industry leader, laying a solid foundation for MODENA’s rise and development in the sector.»
Mr. Cheng Tao, General Manager of DPI: At this globally influential exhibition we have signed the Cretaprint Strategic Cooperation Agreement with EFI and launched multiple products such as the latest generation of inkjet printers, enhancing old ties while gaining new customers.
Mr. Gao Qiulin, General Manager of Ceramic Material Division of DOWSTONE: The scale, popularity, influence and professionalism of the exhibition remained at a very high level, providing a superior platform for exhibitors to achieve win-win cooperation with visitors and buyers. The concurrent forums focused on current hot topics and effectively promoted the exchange of views and collision of ideas among peers.
Mr. Kim Bum-Tae, General Manager of Korea Ceramic & Tile Industry Co-Operative: visitors received by the Korean Pavilion increased remarkably during this exhibition compared to the previous edition, bringing an ideal exhibiting effect. We are grateful to the organizer for all the pre-exhibition promotion, on-site video interview, and considerate reception arrangements.
VISITOR’S COMMENTS
Mr. He Xinming, Chairman of DONGPENG Holdings, remarked that this year’s exhibition stood out again, with an increase in both domestic and international exhibitors and visitors. Many new equipment and technologies were exhibited, with comprehensive categories, precise segmentation, and both domestic and imported products, showcasing the full spectrum and trends of the global ceramic industry.
Mr. Xiao Libiao, Chairman of MONALISA Group: I would like to express my recognition for the reasonable layout of the exhibiting areas and the number of exhibitors, among which the active participation of the international exhibitors effectively promoted the communication of the Chinese ceramic industry with the world. Also, the concurrent forums were inspiring for the exhibitors and aligned with the industry development trends, All in all, the exhibition lives up to our expectation with excellent effect.
Mr. Xun Junqi, President of HUALIAN Group: Participation in this exhibition brings us remarkable effect that far exceeds our expectation. The organizer has built a high-quality communication and exhibition platform for the industry, with diversified exhibitors and internationalized professional visitors. I was impressed by the latest technology and innovative products of many companies, which have been included in the procurement plan.
Mr. Mahin Bin Mazher, CEO of X Ceramics Group in Bangladesh: I have attended 15 editions of CERAMICS CHINA, witnessing its continuous development and progress. This exhibition is an indispensable bridge in the global ceramics industry, significantly enhancing exchanges and cooperation among ceramic enterprises worldwide.
Dr. Chandresh Agarwal, Honorary Secretary General of the Gulf Ceramic Cooperation Association: The exhibition showcased innovative products with market edge, highlighting a narrowing tech gap between China and Europe and allowing for products of equivalent quality at more reasonable prices, which is the most appealing aspect of the exhibition for him.
Mr. Farshid Bahramshahry, Chairman of Pooya Engineering & Trading Company in Iran, stated that CERAMICS CHINA is one of the best and largest exhibitions globally, featuring not only Chinese suppliers but also those from Italy and other countries. The abundance of exhibitors and innovative products has been extremely beneficial and rewarding for him.
Highlights Abound to Showcase Vibrant Innovation
The acceleration of developing new productivity in the ceramics industry is primarily manifested in technological innovation, management innovation, product innovation, green development, and the collaborative innovation across the industry chain. The outstanding Chinese and foreign enterprises participating in this exhibition all demonstrate a profound understanding and active pursuit of such advancements.
In terms of technological innovation, multiple enterprises showcased their latest scientific achievements and intelligent technologies. For example, SACMI exhibited SDP inkjet printers and DDG dry particle printers for compatible use, coordinating ink and granules for unparalleled texture and 3D effect; The third-generation intelligent kiln inspection system from JUMPER THERMAL realized full-process safety monitoring of kilns; MODENA launched the industry’s first nine-layer drying kiln, featuring high production capacity, efficiency, fast switching, and excellent energy savings; HEXIANG’s intelligent toilet high-pressure molding workstation is equipped with a single handling robot that automatically serves six molding stations for delivering, retrieving, and applying clay, with flexible configurations for various toilet models; RUIBO ELECTRONICS’s intelligent tile bottom polishing machine was designed specifically for cleaning oxides from tile backs, helping ceramic enterprises overcome the challenge of «tile base release agent»; LANKE INTELLIGENT’s newly launched six-axis robot featured six flexible joints, adapting to any packaging mode with precise positioning and repeatability of ±0.02mm; JBT exhibited a dual-servo edge grinding machine, featuring intelligence, high efficiency, strong compatibility, and precise diagonal accuracy within 0.05mm……
In terms of product design and process innovation, DOWSTONE Technology’s «needle-shaped dry particles» have revolutionized the morphology of crystalline particles, transforming them from granular shapes to needle-like, strip-like, plate-like, and radial fibrous forms; The design of STYLGRAPH S.R.L. combined modern process techniques with a focus on restoring the texture of stone surfaces, resulting in a more three-dimensional and realistic tactile experience; WIN NEW MATERIAL teamed up with GEAREX TECHNICAL to showcase eight creative application scenarios and introduce eight different new processes from Europe; KIN WIN’s digital engraving ink combined the clarity and line accuracy of fine engraving ink with the depth of recessed glaze; DEER Tile displayed its 3rd-generation soft-light nano-super-wear-resistant diamond glaze products, solving issues of tile wear resistance and difficulty in cleaning…
In terms of green development, SACMI has developed the world’s first ceramic kiln that uses a variable methane-hydrogen mix or even 100% hydrogen, combined with a heat recovery system to achieve zero emissions; MODENA’s ultra-wide hydrogen-powered kiln utilizes a pure hydrogen-powered combustion system jointly developed with Honeywell, burning 100% hydrogen to reduce carbon emissions by
100%; BASAIR’s high-efficiency sewage treatment machine features fully automatic intelligent control, high operational efficiency, which allows it to complete sewage purification in 2-3 minutes; Blue Ocean has launched its latest generation BOCP high-turbidity sewage purification system and BONF ceramic reclaimed water multi-ion purifier…
Thoughts Collide to Ignite Sparks of Wisdom
During the exhibition, multiple high-quality forums discuss perspectives from dozens of industry leaders on brand globalization strategy, product upgrades, industry high-quality development, innovative practices of ceramic tableware, diverse application of foamed ceramic, cutting-edge breakthroughs of ceramic sanitaryware, innovation trend of color&glaze and raw materials, as well as design and process innovation of tiles. The invaluable experiences and achievements in these forums has provided strategic guidance for enterprises to make decisions, enabling precise market insights and a collective drive towards sustainable industry growth.
Bear Confidence to Achieve the Next Greater Success
As CERAMICS CHINA 2024 successfully concludes, it has left a profound impact on the industry and won praise from global exhibitors and buyers. The exhibition has set a new standard and model, inspiring us with renewed enthusiasm and confidence to continue shaping its legacy and contributing to global ceramics industry growth.
Preparations for CERAMICS CHINA 2025 have commenced, targeting 80,000 sq.m. with four newly added exhibition areas: Fashion Ceramic Lifestyle Hall, Tile Design & Innovative Technics Area, Foamed Ceramic Technology Area and Ceramic Sanitaryware Technology Area. With a target of 800 exhibitors and 100,000 visits, we will intensify domestic and international promotion efforts to gather more outstanding enterprises from around the world and invite a broader range of industry professionals and global buyers to attend.
From June 18-21, 2025, let’s gather again in Guangzhou to celebrate the annual event of the ceramic industry!
