Exhibition Stands in China
Building an exhibition stand in China without local expertise is expensive, stressful and risky. We solve it with Norwegian project managers who speak your language and a permanent build team in China that knows the venues inside out. Turnkey from sketch to finished stand.
500+
Stands delivered total
NO
Norwegian PMs
CN
Permanent team in China
100%
Turnkey
We've solved the problems you're worried about
Language barrier
Our local team speaks Mandarin and handles all communication with venues, suppliers and authorities. You speak English or Norwegian with your project manager.
Quality control
A Norwegian project manager is on site throughout the build process and approves the stand before the show opens. You receive progress photos during production.
Customs and shipping
We produce locally in China. No customs, no cross-border shipping complexity. Only specialty materials from Europe need customs handling.
Unpredictable costs
You get a fixed price after briefing. No surprises, no extra invoices. We specify everything upfront.
Time zones and communication
Your Norwegian project manager is available during European business hours. We coordinate with the China team so you avoid late-night calls.
Unknown subcontractors
We use our own permanent team, not new subcontractors for every project. Same people, same quality, every time.
Framo at Marintec Shanghai 2025
In December 2025 we built an exhibition stand for Framo at Marintec China in Shanghai. The stand was designed in Sandnes, produced by our local team in Shanghai, and assembled in two days at Shanghai New International Expo Centre. A Norwegian project manager was present throughout the process. The result: dark navy blue walls with an illuminated logo, a physical pump display, digital screens and Scandinavian furniture that matched Framo's European brand standard.
Why exhibit in China?
China is the world's largest exhibition market. Several of the biggest industry trade fairs globally take place in Shanghai, Beijing and Guangzhou. For Norwegian and European companies, presence at Chinese exhibitions is a direct route into the world's largest consumer market and a growing B2B arena.
| Exhibition | Industry | City | Area | Nordic presence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIIE Annual, November | Industry, design, food, healthcare | Shanghai | 430 000 m² | Norway and Denmark with national pavilions |
| CIIF Annual, September | Automation, robotics, smart manufacturing | Shanghai | 280 000 m² | ABB, Sandvik, Alfa Laval, Danfoss |
| Marintec China Biennial, December | Maritime, shipbuilding, offshore | Shanghai | 110 000 m² | Norway as Guest of Honour 2025. Kongsberg, Wärtsilä, Ulstein |
Auto Shanghai Biennial, April | Automotive, EV, components | Shanghai | 360 000 m² | Volvo, Polestar, Scania |
| bauma CHINA Biennial, November | Construction, mining, machinery | Shanghai | 330 000 m² | Volvo CE, Sandvik, Epiroc, Atlas Copco |
CIFF Biannual | Furniture, interior, design | Shanghai / Guangzhou | 850 000 m² | Scandinavian design featured as trend category |
CMEF Biannual | Medical devices, health technology | Shanghai / Shenzhen | 350 000 m² | Elekta, Ambu, Laerdal Medical |
CIEPEC Annual | Environmental tech, water treatment, energy | Beijing | 60 000 m² | Nordic green technology in high demand |
| SIAL China Annual, May | Food and beverages | Shanghai | 200 000 m² | Norwegian seafood, Danish dairy, Norwegian pavilion |
China-Nordic Forum Annual, October | Cross-sector trade and cooperation | Wuhan | Forum | Official China-Nordic trade platform |
How we work in China
From the first conversation to the finished stand, we handle everything. You have one point of contact in Norway, and we coordinate the rest.
Briefing and concept
We map out goals, budget and exhibition choice. You receive a design proposal with 3D visualisation within one week.
Design and approval
The design is adapted to the venue's technical requirements. You approve the final design, materials and colours before production starts.
Local production in China
Our Chinese team produces the stand using local materials. You receive updates with photos throughout the process.
Venue coordination
We handle all contact with the exhibition organiser: power, water, internet, cranes and safety requirements. All in Mandarin.
Assembly with Norwegian PM
The stand is assembled by our local team under supervision of a Norwegian project manager. We quality-check every element before opening.
Dismantling and storage
After the show we dismantle the stand. Reusable elements are stored locally in China for your next exhibition, saving you costs.
From our projects
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Custom trade show booth for ONS 2024 with large format graphics and LED lighting
Modular stand with graphic wall and meeting area for Nor-Shipping 2025 in Oslo
Trade show stand with lounge and bar area designed by Show Off for oil expo ONS 2024
Product display and demo area at industrial trade show booth Aqua Nor 2024
Large format graphics and interior design of custom booth for technology company ONS 2022
HAV Group illuminated logo and visitors at exhibition stand at SMM Hamburg 2024
Modular stand with integrated meeting room and coffee lounge for Nor-Shipping 2023
Graphic wall with full coverage print and corporate identity at ONS 2024 booth
FAQ: Exhibition Stands in China
Pricing depends on size, design complexity, venue and travel costs. A custom-built stand in Shanghai typically starts from NOK 200,000 and up, depending on scope. We always provide a fixed price after briefing so you know exactly what it costs before committing.
We have a permanent build team in China that handles everything locally: materials, production, transport to the venue, assembly and dismantling. You don't need to ship anything from Europe. Our Norwegian project managers coordinate everything and are present during build-up.
We apply the same design standards as in Norway and have worked with our local Chinese team for several years. A Show Off project manager is always on site during build-up and approves the stand before the show opens. We also share progress photos throughout production.
Yes. Our local team speaks Mandarin and handles all communication with venues, suppliers and authorities. As a client you deal with your Norwegian project manager who translates and coordinates everything.
Since we produce locally in China, we avoid customs and import issues entirely. All materials are sourced and processed in China. The only items shipped are any specialty materials you want from Europe, and we handle the customs paperwork for those.
We recommend a minimum of 8 weeks from initial briefing to show opening. For larger stands (over 100 sqm) you should plan 12 weeks. The earlier you get in touch, the more options we have for securing quality materials and hall placement.
Planning an exhibition in China?
SIAL China opens in May, bauma CHINA in November, Marintec in December 2027. The earlier you start, the better stand we can deliver. Get in touch for a no-obligation conversation.
Dennis Halvorsen