In the current economic climate, Russia has pivoted rapidly toward self-sufficiency. Nowhere is this more visible than in the industrial and automotive spare parts sector. With supply chains shifting away from traditional Western partners toward domestic manufacturers and Eastern suppliers (China, India, Turkey), the demand for reliable B2B platforms has exploded.
These trade shows are no longer just exhibitions; they are critical infrastructure for keeping the country’s machines moving.
Here is your guide to the premier spare parts industry trade shows in Moscow for 2026.
1. CTO Expo: The Aftersales Specialist
For professionals focused specifically on automotive service, repair, and maintenance, the International Trade Fair for Spare Parts, Automotive Aftersales Market and Service—known as CTO Expo—is the spring event of the year.
Strategic Timing
Scheduled for May 26–29, 2026, at Crocus Expo, this show acts as a mid-year strategy session. As the only specialized spring trade fair in Moscow dedicated to spare parts and equipment, it is the moment when market players sum up the first half of the year and form their strategy for the second.
What’s on the Floor
CTO Expo is hyper-focused on the workshop and the supply chain. The exhibition brings together a comprehensive range of products:
- Spare Parts & Components: Engine, chassis, and body parts.
- Oils & Technical Fluids: Lubricants and chemicals.
- Diagnostic & Repair Equipment: The tools mechanics actually use.
- Batteries & Electronics.
- Accessories & Tuning.
- Telematics & IT Solutions: Software for service station management.
The 2026 edition is already shaping up to be massive, with over 400 exhibitors confirmed, including heavyweights like Rosneft, GNV Oil, XCMG, Shacman Rus, and Shturman.
Business Program
Beyond the booths, the business program offers masterclasses on organizing successful car service businesses, body repair techniques, and the growing field of electric transport. A key feature is the resolution of disputes regarding repair quality and expert assessments.
Key Details:
- Dates: May 26–29, 2026
- Venue: Crocus Expo IEC, Moscow
- Entry: Free ticket with promo code CROCUSCTOY
2. InterAutoMechanica & AutoCluster: The August Heavyweight
If CTO Expo is the spring warm-up, InterAutoMechanica (formerly known as InterAuto) is the main event of the summer. Taking place August 18–21, 2026, at Crocus Expo, this is widely recognized as the No. 1 international trade fair for the automotive industry in Russia.
A New Era
This show represents a fresh start. After the traditional InterAuto brand was restructured, Sigma Expo Group (the team behind the massive CTT construction expo) launched InterAutoMechanica. The 2025 debut was a smash hit, uniting 503 companies across 30,166 sq m of indoor space.
The AutoCluster Synergy
What makes InterAutoMechanica unique is that it is part of the AutoCluster—a joint platform that also includes ComAutoTrans (Commercial Transport) and AutoBusExpo (Buses). This creates a massive B2B environment covering everything from passenger car spare parts to heavy-duty commercial vehicle components.
Market Relevance
With over 40 million vehicles on Russian roads, the demand for replacement parts is insatiable. This show excels in connecting international manufacturers (specifically from China, Turkey, and India) with Russian distributors and service chains.
Key Details:
- Dates: August 18–21, 2026
- Venue: Crocus Expo IEC, Moscow
- Focus: Spare parts, components, garage equipment, tires, and car chemicals.
3. MITEX: The Hardware & Industrial Spares Hub
While automotive gets the spotlight, the industrial and manufacturing sector relies on a different kind of spare part: tools, fasteners, and hardware components. The Moscow International Exhibition of Tools and Hardware (MITEX) is the undisputed leader in this niche.
The Fall Gathering
Scheduled for November 10–13, 2026, MITEX serves as the end-of-year procurement event. It is the largest specialized hardware exhibition in Russia, often compared in influence to the German Cologne Hardware Fair.
Expanding Definition of “Spare Parts”
At MITEX, spare parts mean industrial consumables. The scope includes:
- Metalworking equipment and machine tools.
- Power tools & abrasives.
- Fasteners & Fixings (a massive segment for construction).
- Welding equipment and surface treatment technology.
- Industrial safety and workwear.
Why Attend?
The 2025 edition broke records with nearly 80,000 sq m of exhibition space and over 1,500 exhibitors. Critically for sellers, the audience is highly professional: 89% of attendees are decision-makers with purchasing authority, and 66% come specifically to find new suppliers.
Key Details:
- Dates: November 10–13, 2026
- Venue: Crocus Expo / Expocentre (Varies by year, currently Crocus stronghold)
- Audience: Industrial buyers, construction managers, procurement directors.
4. CTT Expo: The Construction Spare Parts Giant
Finally, no overview of spare parts in Moscow would be complete without mentioning CTT Expo (May 26–29, 2026).
While often cited as a construction trade fair, CTT is the largest exhibition in Eastern Europe for heavy machinery parts. It runs concurrently with CTO Expo at Crocus.
Heavy-Duty Focus
If your spare parts weigh more than 50 kilograms—hydraulic pumps, excavator undercarriages, diesel engine components, and mining truck tires—this is your event.
- Scale: Expect over 900 exhibitors and 66,000 visitors.
- Coverage: The “Machine Spare Parts & Accessories” segment is a dedicated hall featuring manufacturers from China, Turkey, and Russia.
Key Details:
- Dates: May 26–29, 2026
- Venue: Crocus Expo IEC, Moscow
- Focus: Mining, construction, and commercial vehicle spares.
The Takeaway
For international suppliers and local buyers alike, Moscow offers a dense calendar of opportunities. The trend is clear: as Russia deepens its technological sovereignty, the reliance on domestic and “friendly country” imports has solidified.
- For Auto Service & Car Parts: CTO Expo (May) for strategy or InterAutoMechanica (August) for volume.
- For Industrial & Hardware Spares: MITEX (November) is mandatory.
- For Heavy Machinery & Mining: CTT Expo (May) is the Eastern European capital.
These venues—primarily Crocus Expo—have become the physical hubs where the global supply chain meets the Russian consumer. If you are in the spare parts business, your success in the Russian market likely runs through a trade show floor in Moscow.