DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR 2025, which took place from 28 to 30 May at the Shanghai National Exhibition and Convention Centre (NECC), was highlighted by robust attendance, expansive international participation, and forward-thinking innovation.
Celebrating its 27th edition, the event reaffirmed its leadership position in Asia’s flooring industry, setting new benchmarks for global outreach, innovation, and business opportunities.
Despite ongoing trade complexities and industry challenges, the show welcomed an impressive 83,056 visitors from 124 countries—the highest number of participating nations since the event’s inception. The international visitation number continued its post-COVID growth trajectory, reaching 18,121 overseas attendees. DOMOTEX asia’s growing worldwide footprint has cemented China and Asia as enduring global hubs for flooring innovation and outsourcing.
“DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR 2025 has solidified its position as Asia’s leading event for the industry and remains committed to advancing even further,” said Edwin Tan, CEO of Globus Events, show organiser. “While global trade may be shifting, business remains constant. We will continue to serve as a vital bridge for the industry, providing essential support for companies’ development and the flooring industry’s progress.”
Sonia Wedell-Castellano, Global Director of DOMOTEX at Deutsche Messe AG, added, “This year’s edition once again highlighted the strategic relevance of Asia for the entire flooring industry. With its dynamic markets, manufacturing strength and growing demand for innovative solutions, Asia is and will remain a key driver for the sector. DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR offers a unique gateway to tap into these opportunities.”
DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR will return to the Shanghai National Exhibition and Convention Centre (NECC) again from May 27 to 29, 2026.
The 2025 Experience: A Curated Platform with Enriching Experiences
Spanning 210,000 sqm of gross exhibiting space across seven halls, the show hosted around 1,500 carpet and flooring companies and brands from around the world. Exhibitors showcased the latest in technology, design, and sustainable solutions, positioning the event as a key trendsetter for the future of the flooring industry.
Over the three days, manufacturers demonstrated their resilience to market challenges and responsiveness to evolving global demand with cutting-edge product offerings.
Jan Dossche, Coretec’s President, stated, “The organisation made a great effort to make this a beautiful event. We are very happy. This is an exhibition you can’t afford not to be in. We will be back again next year.”
Regarding the current industry situation and challenges, Dossche added, “Uncertainty is a word we do not want to hear. We have great suppliers, great manufacturers here in China, great products, [and] great presentations. When the clouds are gone and the sun is back up again, we will be ready to enjoy the results.”
Other brands that reported similarly positive outcomes have already rebooked for the 2026 editions. These include Bona, Card Monroe, CFL, Craft Floor, Eletile, Glamourtex, KDF, Luonne, Novalis, Paulig, Power Dekor, Standard Carpets, Uny Group, and Valinge.
On the visiting side, part of the outstanding number of visitors included 12 delegations from China, organised in cooperation with regional industry stakeholders such as Nanxun Furniture Industry Association, Jinmao Furniture Square, Golden Triangle Square, and more. In addition, 5 international delegations were organised in collaboration with key partners, including Australasian Timber Flooring Association (ATFA), European American Chamber of Commerce & Industry (EACham), Japan Carpet Industry Association, Malaysia Interior Industry Partners Association (MIIP), and Malaysia’s Creative Home magazine.
Over 180 selected buyers from 25 different countries participated in the show’s Buyer Club, benefiting from customised tours, exclusive services and more than 450 tailored business matchings.
This year’s edition of the show was home to a series of high-profile events, state-of-the-art installations, and displays designed to drive creativity, showcase innovations and foster knowledge exchange.
Cadex, the premier event dedicated to architecture and interior design, once again stood out as a central highlight, showcasing the most advanced and integrated architectural and design trends and material installations. The event placed a strong emphasis on the seamless integration of interior space decoration, ranging from flooring and walls to ceilings and furniture.
This year’s theme, ‘Let’s Enjoy’, focused on creating joyful and uplifting spaces through the thoughtful use of colour and materials, with the goal of enhancing quality of life and fostering a sense of happiness. A standout feature of the event was the Material Matters display area, which showcased groundbreaking material innovations poised to redefine the future of interior design.
Cadex also brought together more than twenty distinguished figures from the fields of architecture, interior design, media, and industry leaders, representing countries and regions such as China, the UK, Italy, and Germany. Through a dynamic mix of keynote speeches, roundtables, and curated displays, it promoted meaningful dialogues on emerging design trends and material innovations.
Other events that took place during the show included The Chinese Original Carpet Design Show, which attracted over 140 submissions from 60 designers representing 22 companies. In a celebration of creativity, 41 designers were honoured, and 43 exceptional works were exhibited, with 9 prestigious awards granted.
The China Flooring Innovation Summit, held in partnership with the China National Forest Products Industry Association Flooring Committee, focused on high-quality development. It emphasised innovation, sustainability, and shared responsibility, urging the Chinese flooring industry to collaborate towards a new era of growth focused on quality.
Looking Ahead
With the success of its 27th edition, DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR has once again proved itself as the go-to platform for professionals seeking to explore new markets, launch innovative products, and stay ahead of industry trends in the carpet and flooring sectors.
Its co-location with leading platforms such as R+T Asia, cadex, HD+ Asia, and others under the BUILD ASIA Mega Show continues to expand value for attendees across the construction and design ecosystem.
For more information about the show, visit www.domotexasiachinafloor.com.
