These developments are also placing growing demands on producers of concrete and autoclaved aerated concrete products. In addition to maintaining consistently high product quality, companies are increasingly focusing on cost-efficient production processes, the efficient use of resources and the reduction of CO₂ emissions. New production technologies, digital tools and innovative materials are being adopted much more rapidly than only a few years ago. As a result, international networks and the direct exchange of knowledge and experience have become important competitive factors for many companies.

Against this background, ICCX Eurasia has established itself within just a few years as one of the leading industry events for the concrete and precast concrete sector in Central Asia. Concrete producers, suppliers, researchers and designers alike use the event to learn about the latest developments, establish new business contacts and exchange knowledge and experience across different markets.

On 2 and 3 December 2026, ICCX Eurasia will open its doors for the fourth time, once again taking place at the Royal Tulip Almaty Hotel. The event will continue its proven format, combining an international technical conference, a specialised trade exhibition and extensive networking opportunities.

The scale of the event creates the personal and focused atmosphere that many participants regard as one of its key advantages over large international construction trade fairs. Here, technical discussions are not simply squeezed in between exhibition appointments; instead, the exchange of knowledge, experience and ideas forms an integral part of the event concept.

Knowledge transfer with practical focus

The ICCX event series has always served as a platform for professional and technical exchange. Its aim is to communicate current developments in the concrete industry with a strong focus on practical application, while at the same time promoting dialogue between research, plant and equipment suppliers, the construction materials industry and end users.

Another key focus is on how new scientific findings can be transferred into industrial practice as quickly and effectively as possible. Particularly in a region experiencing rapid growth in construction activity, there is considerable interest in technologies that perform reliably under real production conditions while also offering economic benefits. ICCX Eurasia therefore deliberately positions itself as a link between research and industrial application. International experts present the latest developments, while regional companies contribute their experience from actual projects and production processes.

AAC session

A dedicated conference session will focus on autoclaved aerated concrete, which plays an important role in Kazakhstan, particularly in residential construction and urban transformation. This session is supported and moderated by the Kazakhstan Association of Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Producers – QazAACA, under the leadership of its the Executive Director, Akhmed Rakhymzhanov.

 

 

Akhmed Rakhymzhanov, Executive Director of Kazakhstan Association of Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Producers (QazAACA)
 New laws in Kazakh construction industry - what changed for autoclaved aerated concrete

 

Baurzhan Baimukhanov, Chairman of the Board of Ecoton, Kazakhstan,
 Technological transition to vertical integration and licensed business model: Modernization of AAC manufacturing based on CHP plant bottom ash

 

Dr. Ehsan Harirchian, Senior Researcher at Bauhaus-University Weimar, Germany
 AAC as a Building Material: Stronger Protection, Lighter Structures

 

Ruslan Mazitov, international AAC and building systems executive, Kazakhstan
 AAC in Kazakhstan: Current Market Status and Development Trends

International trade exhibition with a clear industry focus

Running in parallel with the conference programme, the trade exhibition forms the second key pillar of ICCX Eurasia. Around 50 internationally active companies will present their products and services covering the entire value chain of the concrete industry. Experience from previous years has shown that the manageable size of the exhibition is particularly conducive to intensive professional exchange. Visitors and exhibitors benefit from short distances, high-quality discussions and an audience consisting exclusively of industry professionals.

The solutions on display range from machinery and equipment for concrete and AAC production to formwork and reinforcement systems, concrete admixtures and construction chemicals, testing equipment, software solutions, and components for the automation and digitalisation of production processes. The exhibition therefore provides a comprehensive overview of current technological developments relevant to both existing production facilities and planned investments.

For companies from Central Asia in particular, the exhibition offers an ideal opportunity to gain an overview of international technologies within a short period of time and to engage directly with manufacturers and technology developers. At the same time, it provides international suppliers with an opportunity to strengthen their presence in a dynamically developing economic region and deepen relationships with existing customers.

Personal exchange as a key success factor

Despite ongoing technological advances, face-to-face interaction remains one of the most important success factors of industry events such as ICCX Eurasia. In Central Asia in particular, long-term business relationships and mutual trust continue to play a central role in investment decisions. Personal discussions provide the foundation for partnerships and cooperation that often extend far beyond the event itself.

ICCX Eurasia provides ideal conditions for this type of exchange. Its compact format creates numerous opportunities for direct interaction between speakers, exhibitors and visitors. During conference breaks, at the evening programme and throughout the trade exhibition, participants can engage in discussions that frequently lead to new business relationships, project partnerships and joint development initiatives. Many participants particularly value this open and personal atmosphere, which distinguishes ICCX Eurasia from large international trade fairs.

A platform with lasting impact

With its clear focus on the needs of the concrete and precast concrete industry, ICCX Eurasia 2026 once again provides an excellent opportunity to explore current market trends, discover innovative technologies, and establish, strengthen and maintain business relationships. For manufacturers, suppliers, designers and researchers from Kazakhstan, neighbouring countries and beyond, the event is therefore much more than an annual industry gathering – it provides important impetus for the future development of the concrete industry in one of Eurasia’s most economically dynamic regions.

Opportunities are still available for companies to participate in ICCX Eurasia as exhibitors and sponsors and to benefit from the associated promotional and networking opportunities.

The organisers look forward to welcoming the international concrete industry to the Royal Tulip Almaty Hotel on 2 and 3 December 2026. Updated information on the conference programme, trade exhibition and registration will be published regularly on the ICCX website.