Zohair Naseer
CEO, Badar Expo Solutions & Trade Ambassador
Business & Finance • Lahore
Registration Open
Global SME Summit 2026
Enterprise Growth & Investment
Connecting small and medium enterprises with regional investors and trade bodies.
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Dates
October 5–7, 2026
Venue
Lahore Expo Centre
Category
Business & Finance
Admission
Free for Trade Visitors
About the Event
Global SME Summit 2026
Connecting small and medium enterprises with regional investors, trade bodies, and venture capital partners. Featuring dedicated matchmaking lounges, panel discussions, and investor pitching sessions.
Organized by
Badar Expo Solutions (BXSS)
300+
SMEs & Startups
35+
Investor Funds
PKR 2.8B
Facilitated Trade Deals
Why Attend
What You'll Gain as a Visitor
Designed to deliver real business outcomes, direct sourcing opportunities, and executive networking.
Direct Buyer-Seller Matchmaking
Pre-scheduled high-impact meetings with verified suppliers, exporters, and procurement teams.
Market Intelligence & Trends
Gain first-hand insights into supply chain dynamics, regional trade policy, and export opportunities.
Live Product Demonstrations
Experience groundbreaking machinery, digital systems, and technical innovations live on the show floor.
Global Trade Networking
Connect with commercial attachés, chambers of commerce, and foreign trade delegations.
Target Industries & Audience
Built For Industry Decision Makers & Key Sectors
Corporate Banquets, Education & Banqueting
Corporate Banquets, Education & Banqueting
Corporate Banquets, Education & Banqueting
Corporate Banquets, Education & Banqueting
Key Highlights
What's Happening
Four moments worth planning your visit around.
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01
Opening Keynote & Global Trade Panel
A cross-industry panel on positioning local manufacturing for regional and international supply chains.
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02
Live Industrial Machinery Demonstration Zone
Working production-line demonstrations from leading equipment manufacturers and automation specialists.
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03
Investor & SME Matchmaking Lounge
Structured 20-minute pre-scheduled meetings between institutional buyers, investors, and shortlisted exhibitors.
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04
Excellence in Industry & Export Awards
Closing ceremony recognizing top-performing exporters and innovative manufacturing champions of the year.
300+
SMEs & Startups
18,000+
Business Leaders
35+
Investor Funds
PKR 2.8B
Facilitated Trade Deals
Featured Speakers
Who You'll Hear From
Omar Sheikh
Director of Manufacturing, Industrial Consortium
Farah Iqbal
Head of Investment, Regional Trade Promotion Council
Bilal Ahmed
VP Supply Chain & Logistics, Global Trade Forum
Exhibitors, Sponsors & Partners
Organizations Taking Part
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Official Partners
Agenda Preview
Program at a Glance
10:00 AM
Official Opening Ceremony & Keynote Address
Main Auditorium · Keynote on Industrial Policy & Global Export Horizons
12:30 PM
Exhibition Floor Opens & VIP Delegation Tour
Main Exhibition Halls · Live product displays & 300+ exhibitor pavilions
03:00 PM
Panel Discussion: Modern Manufacturing & Technology
Conference Hall 1 · Supply chain resilience & automation trends
10:00 AM
B2B Buyer-Seller Matchmaking Sessions
Executive Lounge · Pre-scheduled trade negotiations & MOUs
02:00 PM
Technical Seminar & Standards Workshop
Conference Hall 2 · International compliance & quality certifications
11:00 AM
Live Machinery & Innovation Demonstration
Demo Area · Live equipment operations & software demonstrations
05:00 PM
Excellence in Export Awards & Closing Ceremony
Main Stage · Recognition of top exhibitors & closing gala
Detailed session-by-session schedule will be shared with all pre-registered attendees.
Venue
Lahore Expo Centre
Lahore Expo Centre, Lahore, Pakistan
- Secure on-site parking for 2,000+ vehicles
- Fully wheelchair accessible halls & ramps
- High-speed Wi-Fi throughout exhibition halls
- Cafeterias, food courts & prayer facilities
Event Video
See It in Motion
Experience highlights, show-floor energy, and key attendee moments from Global SME Summit 2026.
Event highlight video coming soon
Testimonials
What Past Attendees Say
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is entry free for trade visitors?
Entry is completely free for pre-registered trade visitors, corporate delegates, and procurement authorities. On-site registration is also available at the reception desk.
How do I book an exhibitor stall or pavilion?
Contact our exhibitor team at events@badarexpo.com or call +92 21 3482 1159. Stall packages start at 9 sqm and include standard shell scheme fabrication, power supply, and promotional branding.
Is parking available at the venue?
Yes, the venue features dedicated secure parking for over 2,000 vehicles, with dedicated VIP and exhibitor parking zones.
Who do I contact for sponsorship & partner packages?
Reach our partnerships division at events@badarexpo.com. Platinum, Gold, and Official Partner tiers with customized branding options are currently open.
Official Resources
Download Event Brochure & Floor Plan
Get detailed exhibitor packages, booth layouts, delegate schedules, and floor maps directly in PDF format.
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October 5–7, 2026 · Lahore Expo Centre, Lahore
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