Tunisia's industrial sector has undergone significant evolution, representing around 17% of the country's GDP and approximately 20% of national employment. The sector is built on solid foundations, positioning Tunisia as a platform between Europe and Africa. The next step involves integrating automation, artificial intelligence, and Industry 4.0 technologies. This is the focus of the upcoming SAPRI 2026 event.
The International Salon of Spare Parts, Equipment, and Industrial Services, SAPRI 2026, is scheduled to take place from November 17 to 20, 2026, at the Kram Exhibition Park. Organized by Cetime in partnership with ITF, the event brings together key players in the industrial ecosystem to enhance performance, competitiveness, and industrial transition. SAPRI 2026 is dedicated to spare parts, industrial maintenance, and high-value-added technical services.
SAPRI 2026 is considered a strategic meeting point between Tunisia's industrial ecosystem and international technology and production leaders. The event aims to accelerate investments, encourage the adoption of emerging technologies, and strengthen cross-border synergies. It will feature a dense program covering strategic sectors, including conferences, exhibitions, and business meetings.
The event will include seven themed villages, each focusing on a specific aspect of the industry. These villages will cover industrial maintenance and non-destructive testing, energy and ecological transition, technological production solutions, industrial handling and mobility, Industry 4.0, heavy industry, and industrial engineering. Each village will showcase solutions and innovations shaping the future of industry.
SAPRI 2026 will also feature several side events, including the Grand Prix de la Maintenance 2026, a conference on non-destructive testing, and the Makeathon Africa by Cetime. The Makeathon is a 72-hour initiative dedicated to designing, prototyping, and developing industrial solutions to address future challenges.
The event's program includes a business platform with over 1,000 B2B meetings, matchmaking sessions, and dedicated sessions for investors. Researchers and experts will discuss advancements in robotics, artificial intelligence applied to industry, and intelligent maintenance. The event aims to provide a platform for networking, partnerships, and commercial development.
After nearly twenty years of absence, SAPRI 2026 marks the return of the International Salon of Spare Parts, Equipment, and Industrial Services. The event has a strong ambition: to accompany Tunisia's industrial transformation and reinforce its position as a technological bridge between Europe and Africa.
Key points
- The SAPRI 2026 event aims to accelerate Tunisia's industrial transition and reinforce its position as a technological bridge between Europe and Africa.
