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Key Points
- Record-Breaking Scale: Exhibition area exceeds 200,000 sqm; over 2,000 exhibitors—both all-time highs.
- Three Professional Zones: APFIT Asia-Pacific Fitness & Healthy Living Show, Sports Venue & Facilities Zone, Sports Consumption & Services Zone.
- 50+ Supporting Events: Flagship events include the inaugural Asia-Pacific Fitness Industry Summit and the China Fitness Championship.
- POB Program Launch: First-ever Premium Overseas Buyers Program offers customized trade services for international expansion.
- Emerging Sectors Spotlight: AI integration, green & low-carbon initiatives, and outdoor recreation take center stage.
The Organizing Committee of the China Sport Show 2026 announced that preparations for the 2026 edition are essentially complete, with the highly anticipated event ready to open its doors. Themed “Innovation-Driven, Collaborative Growth,” this year’s expo brings together elite professionals from the global sports equipment industry to witness new heights in China’s sports sector.
Record-Breaking Scale Sets New Benchmark
The 2026 CISSE has surpassed **200,000 square meters** of exhibition space, with more than **2,000 exhibitors** participating—both reaching all-time highs for the show. This milestone achievement underscores the vibrant growth of China’s sports equipment industry and its expanding global influence, while reflecting international markets’ heightened interest in China’s sports sector.
As Asia’s largest professional sports equipment exhibition, CISSE has evolved into a critical business matching platform and technology exchange hub for the global sports equipment industry.
Three Professional Zones Cover the Industry Chain
This year’s expo features three carefully curated professional zones, offering comprehensive coverage of the sports equipment industry’s latest developments:
APFIT Asia-Pacific Fitness & Healthy Living Show
As one of the expo’s core highlights, the APFIT zone focuses on fitness equipment, smart wearables, health management, and related fields, bringing together world-leading fitness brands and innovative enterprises. Beyond showcasing cutting-edge fitness technology products, the zone is dedicated to fostering deep exchange and cooperation within the Asia-Pacific fitness industry.
Sports Venue & Facilities Zone
This zone covers the complete industry chain including sports venue construction, facility support, and equipment provision, offering one-stop solutions for schools, communities, and sports venue operators. Green, eco-friendly, and sustainable practices emerge as key themes throughout the zone.
Sports Consumption & Services Zone
Focusing on sports services, event operations, and mass fitness consumption, this zone showcases the latest trends in the industry’s transition from product manufacturing to service-oriented consumption.
50+ Supporting Events Shape Industry Direction
The 2026 CISSE features a record number of supporting activities, with over **50 professional forums, conferences, and competitive events** scheduled throughout the exhibition:
Inaugural Asia-Pacific Fitness Industry Summit
As the expo’s flagship event, the inaugural Asia-Pacific Fitness Industry Summit will gather industry leaders and experts from China, Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, and beyond to explore development trends and cooperation opportunities in the Asia-Pacific fitness market.
China Fitness Championship
China’s premier fitness competition, the China Fitness Championship, will showcase top national fitness athletes during the expo, demonstrating the strength and beauty of competitive fitness.
Industry-Specific Forums
A series of specialized forums covering hot topics such as sports technology, youth sports, winter sports, and sports rehabilitation will provide attendees with the latest industry insights and trend analysis.
POB Program Debuts to Support Chinese Brands Going Global
The 2026 CISSE introduces the inaugural **Premium Overseas Buyers Program (POB)**, designed to build a professional, international trade service system that helps Chinese sports equipment companies precisely connect with quality global buyers.
The POB program offers customized business matching services for selected companies, including:
- Precision matching of overseas procurement needs
- One-on-one business negotiation arrangements
- Multilingual translation and business support
- Cross-border e-commerce and logistics consulting services
The launch of this program marks a significant milestone in CISSE’s transformation from a traditional exhibition platform to a comprehensive service provider, and will vigorously promote the international development of Chinese sports equipment companies.
Emerging Sectors Take Center Stage
Aligned with industry trends, the 2026 CISSE highlights three key emerging sectors:
AI-Powered Sports
The application of artificial intelligence in sports training, competition analysis, and venue management stands as one of the expo’s most anticipated topics. Smart fitness equipment, AI-based fitness assessment systems, and digital training platforms will be prominently featured, showcasing the latest achievements in sports technology.
Green & Low-Carbon
Responding to China’s “Dual Carbon” goals, the expo has established a dedicated green zone showcasing eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient equipment, and sustainable products as green sports solutions. Green exhibitions and green participation have become shared principles throughout the event.
Outdoor Recreation
With rising public awareness of fitness, the outdoor recreation market continues to heat up. Exhibition space for camping gear, mountaineering equipment, water sports gear, cycling equipment, and other outdoor categories has further expanded to meet diverse consumer demands.
Industry Outlook
“CISSE 2026’s scale breakthrough reflects concentrated industry confidence,” said the Organizing Committee. “We are delighted to see an increasing number of companies choosing CISSE as an important platform for brand showcasing and market expansion. This year’s expo will continue to uphold principles of professionalism, openness, and cooperation, building an efficient bridge for exchange and collaboration across the global sports equipment industry.”
About China Sport Show
The China Sports Show (CCS) is China’s most influential sports equipment industry exhibition, organized annually by the China Sports Equipment Association. Over years of development, CCS has grown into Asia’s largest and globally leading professional sports equipment exhibition, serving as the preferred platform for domestic and international sports equipment companies to showcase products and seek partnerships. For more information about China Sport Show 2026, please visit: en.sportshow.com.cn
