In 2025, ICE Expo (Ireland Construction Equipment Exhibition) was an interesting experiment, the inaugural edition of the show quickly became Ireland’s leading construction show with 120 exhibitors took part. ICE Expo 2025 was the largest construction and plant show in Ireland.
With a year’s experience under their belt, the team at ICE Expo are now planning their next showcase event. Rarely are plant shows held every year, with the likes of Hillhead, PlantWorx and Scotplant all operating on a biennial schedule to ensure exhibitors are able to commit to another bout of showcasing. However, for ICE Expo, it seems momentum is on their side; the first wave of exhibitor spots already selling out with the second expected to do the same. ICE Expo 2026 will span 20 acres, feature over 250 exhibitors and showcase over 400 brands. ICE Expo 2026 is set to take place on Friday 22nd and Saturday 23rd May 2026.
Event organiser Danielle McSorley expressed excitement and a readiness to impress:
“With demand higher than ever, we’re excited to expand the show across 20 acres and welcome more exhibitors into this year’s ICE Expo,” said McSorley. “With hundreds of brands represented and expansive new space, 2026 is set to be second to none.”
Those in attendance are being promised a firsthand look at leaders in the following sectors:
• Plant and heavy machinery
• Earthmoving equipment and attachments
• Construction technology and digital systems
• Quarrying and aggregates
• Tools, safety gear, and site solutions
• Fleet management and logistics
• Fuel, lubricants, and sustainability innovation
• Finance, insurance, and equipment support services
THE ICE EXPO OPERATORS CHALLENGE
This year sees the return of the crowdfavourite Connect 4 Challenge, where operators go headtohead using heavy machinery to complete the classic game in a test of precision and control.
But the real headline is that this year’s ICE Expo Operators Challenge features a massive €10,000 prize fund, proudly sponsored by DoneDeal. Designed to test speed, accuracy and technical ability under pressure, it will see some of the industry’s best operators compete for serious prize money.
Book your tickets now for ICE Expo 2026 to attend on Friday 22nd and Saturday 23rd May 2026.