A Global Platform for Aviation and Energy Industries
Held annually, Gas Turbine Focus has established itself as the industry’s flagship mid-year gathering for professionals across the aero engine and gas turbine value chain. The 2026 edition will once again unite policymakers, OEMs, energy groups, airlines, EPC contractors, research institutions, suppliers, and investors from around the world.
The official theme of GTF 2026 – “Driving Supply Chain Synergy · Building an Innovative Ecosystem · Seizing Global Opportunities from China” – reflects the industry’s response to global supply chain restructuring, rising energy demand, and China’s growing role in international industrial collaboration.
Organizer and Institutional Support
GTF 2026 is organized by CDMC Events (China Decision Makers Consultancy), an international industry research–driven platform founded in 2004, specializing in aero engines, gas turbines, marine engineering, and advanced manufacturing.
The event is hosted with the support of three leading national professional and academic organizations:
- Chinese Society of Power Engineering;
- Chinese Society of Aeronautics and Astronautics;
- Chinese Society of Engineering Thermophysics.
Scale and International Participation
According to the organizers, GTF 2026 is expected to attract:
- 250+ eminent speakers;
- 3,000+ VIP delegates;
- 280+ benchmark exhibitors;
- 18,000+ professional visitors;
- 17,000 sqm of exhibition space;
- Participants from over 30 countries and regions.
A high proportion of decision-makers, chief engineers, and senior executives reinforces GTF’s positioning as a decision-oriented, action-driven industry platform.
Key Industry Focus Areas
Civil Aviation & Aero Engines
GTF 2026 covers the full lifecycle of civil aviation propulsion systems, including commercial aircraft programs, engine certification, engineering integration, industrial readiness, MRO and aftermarket services, core components, advanced materials, manufacturing technologies, and testing solutions.
In addition to large commercial aircraft programs, increasing attention is given to general aviation and the low-altitude economy, where demand for small and medium-sized aero engines is growing rapidly.
Gas Power & Gas Turbines
The gas turbine agenda addresses heavy-duty turbines for large-scale power generation, as well as small and medium turbines for distributed energy, marine, industrial, and emerging applications. Topics include operation and maintenance, digitalization, lifecycle optimization, and localization.
A particular focus is placed on the rapidly growing electricity demand from AI data centers and computing infrastructure, which is reshaping global gas turbine demand and creating new opportunities for deployment and international cooperation.
Conferences, Forums, and Business Matchmaking
The GTF 2026 program includes:
- Opening Ceremony and Plenary Forum
- Strategic forums on civil aviation and gas power
- Technical and industry forums on materials, manufacturing, testing, hydrogen, AI, and digitalization
- Invitation-only executive closed-door meetings
- Buyer-oriented supply–demand matchmaking and international procurement sessions
The program is designed to connect policy, technology, industry, capital, and market demand, facilitating the transition from strategic dialogue to practical cooperation and project-level engagement.
Strong International Recognition
Previous editions of Gas Turbine Focus have welcomed senior leaders and experts from global and Chinese OEMs, airlines, energy groups, research institutions, and international organizations, including companies such as GE Aerospace, Rolls-Royce, Safran, Pratt & Whitney, Siemens Energy, Mitsubishi Power, Airbus, and COMAC, as well as industry associations like the International Gas Union.
The strong presence of international OEMs, suppliers, and overseas delegations has become a defining feature of the GTF platform.
Strategic Role of GTF 2026
More than a conference and exhibition, Gas Turbine Focus serves as a long-term platform connecting China with the global aero engine and energy industries.
As global markets navigate supply-chain restructuring, manufacturing capacity constraints, and demand uncertainty, GTF 2026 offers a timely, high-level venue to align strategic perspectives, strengthen cross-border partnerships, and shape the next phase of global industrial collaboration.
Official website: http://en.gtf.org.cn/
