SHANGHAI, April 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HOTEL & SHOP PLUS Shanghai organized by IM Sinoexpo successfully concluded at the New Shanghai International Expo Center from March 31 to April 3, 2026. Far beyond a conventional trade show, this flagship platform served as a crystal ball for the industry, providing a glimpse of tomorrow’s landscape across hotels, commercial properties, offices and public spaces. Thanks to an integrated value chain of “New Products × Competitions × Forums × Special Exhibitions”, the event decoded the definitive roadmap for digital transformation, sustainable innovation and the experiential economy. Product launches provided tools for transformation. Competitions have redefined service excellence. The forums sparked revolutionary thinking. Immersive exhibitions showcased the future of consumption.
Powerful brands unleashed
Spanning 210,000 m², the exhibition welcomed more than 2,000 exhibitors and 135,682 visitors. International attendance increased by 25.84%, with 10,886 visitors from 176 countries, led by Russia, South Korea, Australia, Mongolia and others, strengthening the event’s global influence. Highlights included innovative products and technologies from leading brands such as JOMOO, COSO, GREE, TCL, SIDEFU, GROUP GM, LIONKING, Laffey Electric, VINEKO, Guest Supply, ABSOLUTE LIFESTYLE, and more, redefining smart space solutions.
Driving industry transformation through innovation
The exhibition has evolved from “static displays” to “immersive experiences”, capturing new consumer trends. Highlights include the ‘Hotel Investment and Franchise Zone’, the ‘Aroma Nest’ for emotional and olfactory needs, the ‘PLC Technology Zone’ for green solutions and the ‘Gen-Pet Wonderland’ for family inclusion. The “Eastern Life Aesthetics” and “Super Hotel Mall” projects present scripted artistic experiences, envisioning future hotels as “livable art galleries.”
Global minds, local impact
Industry leaders came together to discuss trends and share ideas through conferences, roundtables and competitions. Forums such as the China International Building & Interior Design Forum and the Shanghai International Architecture Festival have spurred innovation. Renowned speakers including Lyu Huanzheng (GOA), Chris Godfrey (HBA) and Cedric Jaccard (Avalon Collective) discussed topics such as “Spaces for the New Human Era”, “Hospitality Experience Design” and “Hospitality Revitalization”. Highlights included the Hotel Uniform Show and Housekeeping Competition, featuring uniforms blending brand storytelling with embroidery and 3D tailoring.
Global Connections and Major Offers
The show hosted over 500 matchmaking sessions, connecting over 150 exhibitors with over 100 global buyers from countries including Romania, Germany, Poland, Ukraine and Cameroon, resulting in successful collaborations and large orders, with attendees expressing great satisfaction.
Mark your calendars:
2026 Hotel & Shop Plus Shenzhen will be held from October 13 to 15, 2026 at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center. 2027 Hotel & Shop Plus Shanghai will take place from March 30 to April 2, 2027 at SNIEC. Stay tuned for more event news! To learn more, visit our website: https://www.expohsp.com/?lang=fr
CONTACT: Caroline Cao, caroline.cao@imsinoexpo.com
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