On March 4, 2026 (local time in the United States), a BICES 2027 Business Networking Reception was held during CONEXPO-CON/AGG. In total, 48 representatives from international enterprises, industry associations, and media organizations from China and abroad attended the event.
The event brought together Mr. Su Zimeng, President of the China Construction Machinery Association (CCMA); Mr. Wu Peiguo, Secretary-General of CCMA and Chairman of Beijing Asiamachine International Convention & Exhibition Ltd. (BAICE); Mr. Wang Chuanming, Chairman of China Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (CNCMC); Mr. Zhou Weidong, Chairman of China Council for the Promotion of International Trade - Machinery Sub-Council (CCPIT - MSC) and Mr. Qi Jun, Director of the Expert Committee of CCMA.
Also attending the event were representatives from leading enterprises, international industry associations, exhibitions and media, including Mr. Feng Ruoyu, Senior Brand Manager of XCMG Construction Machinery Co., Ltd.; Mr. Liu Changcheng, General Manager of Fangyuan Group Co., Ltd.; Mr. Zhang Daqing, Vice President of Sunward Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd.; Mr. Sha Yiwen, President of Messe München Shanghai Co., Ltd. ((MM-SH); Mr. Oguz Yusuf Yigit, Secretary General of the Turkish Construction Equipment Distributors & Manufacturers Association (iMDER); Mr. Jorge Cuartero, Secretary General of the Spanish Association of Construction, Public Works and Mining Manufacturers (ANMOPYC); Mr. Luca Nutarelli, Secretary General of the Italian Construction Equipment Association (UNACEA); Mr. Chris Sleight, Chairman of the Construction Equipment Association and the Off-Highway Research Community; Mr. Lawrence Tan, Chief Executive Officer of the organizer of PHILCONSTRUCT; Mr. Peter Douglas, CEO of the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF); Mr. Abdullah Tuncer, Deputy Secretary General of the Turkish Mobile Elevating Work Platform Association; Mr. Fabio Potesta, President of GIS – Giornate Italiane del Sollevamento and Transportation; Mr. Rick Yelton, Contributing Editor of World of Concrete of Informa Markets; Mr. Santiago D. Pica, Editor-in-Chief of Constructors (Argentina); Mr. Richard Asare, General Manager of Godsways Limited (Ghana); Mr. Cui Xin, Head of Media Business of TieJia and Ms. Liu Daijuan, Editor-in-Chief of Jiangke Construction Machinery.
Mr. Su Zimeng delivers welcome remarks, reviewing the development of China’s construction machinery industry and outlining future trends.
Mr. Su Zimeng first extended a warm welcome to all guests on behalf of the China Construction Machinery Association (CCMA) and the organizers of BICES, expressing sincere appreciation for their continued interest in China’s construction machinery industry and their strong support for both CCMA and BICES.
He then reviewed the development of China’s construction machinery industry, highlighting the steady expansion of industry scale, the continuous optimization of the industrial structure, the significant growth in exports, the steady progress of internationalization, and the achievements made in the development of new-energy construction machinery. He noted that the industry’s key economic indicators are expected to maintain stable growth in 2026.
Looking ahead to the period of the 15th Five-Year Plan, Mr. Su pointed out that strong market demand will provide broad opportunities for the development of the construction machinery sector.
In closing, he extended a sincere invitation to exhibitors, partner organizations, users, visitors and media from both China and abroad, warmly welcoming them to participate in bauma CHINA 2026 and BICES 2027.
Mr. Wu Peiguo presents an update on the preparation for BICES 2027
Mr. Wu Peiguo, Secretary‑General of CCMA, on behalf of the BICES organizing committee, expressed his gratitude to the guests attending the event. He reviewed the development of BICES and shared highlights from the previous BICES 2025 exhibition, before focusing on the preparations for BICES 2027, which will be held from September 22–25 at the China International Exhibition Center (Shunyi Venue).
Mr. Wu noted that BICES 2027 will build on the exhibition’s five key strengths and past successes, carefully organizing exhibition zones to showcase the latest achievements in green, intelligent, and scenario-based applications within the global construction machinery industry, particularly China’s, as well as the modernization of the industrial and supply chains.
He emphasized that the event will focus on promoting new quality productivity in the construction machinery sector, proactively planning and organizing a series of high-quality forums. Invitations will be extended to domestic and international exhibitors, key clients, and guests, while a variety of effective business-matching activities will be arranged to connect exhibitors and users.
To maximize global visibility, BICES 2027 will enhance publicity through multiple channels and platforms, aiming to attract more international visitors. Preparations will also include detailed planning of logistics, optimizing entrance layouts, and improving on-site accessibility to ensure convenience for both exhibitors and attendees.
Mr. Wu warmly invited all guests to attend the exhibition in Beijing, noting that the golden autumn of September is the most beautiful season in the city. He encouraged participants to enjoy not only the exhibition but also the rich history and vibrant modern life of this ancient Eastern capital. Full services and support will be provided to make every visitor’s experience in Beijing smooth and enjoyable. “We look forward to seeing everyone in Beijing in the golden autumn of 2027!”
Mr. Oguz Yusuf Yigit delivers remarks on behalf of international partners.
At the event, Mr. Oguz Yusuf Yigit, Secretary General of the Turkish Construction Equipment Distributors and Manufacturers Association (IMDER), spoke on behalf of international partner organizations. He praised the successful organization of BICES 2025 and emphasized that IMDER and the China Construction Machinery Association (CCMA) are long-standing fraternal associations. He reaffirmed IMDER’s strong support for BICES 2027 and expressed commitment to further promoting China-Turkey exchanges and cooperation in the construction machinery sector.
Mr. Zhou Weidong presides over the BICES 2027 networking reception.
During the discussion session, participants reflected on the successes of BICES 2025 and shared their experiences as exhibitors and visitors. They engaged in extensive and enthusiastic exchanges on topics including continued collaboration for BICES 2027, enhanced promotion and publicity, and the organization of international exhibitors and visitors. Attendees also expressed their high expectations for the successful launch of BICES 2027.
