The first fair in Italy that brings together in a single event all the technologies and solutions for the integrated building
Date and times of the next edition
| DATES | 14 to 16 October 2025 | |
| ADMISSION HOURS FOR VISITORS | 9.30am to 6pm | |
| VENUE | BolognaFiere | |
| VISITOR TICKET | Free for all professional visitors |
The fairgrounds
The FESI fair takes place at BolognaFiere.
Access to the fair is from the North Entrance (Via Ondina Valla, Bologna). The fair is easily accessible by car, train or bus.
The context
The development forecasts in the Smart Building sector in Italy are influenced by various trends and factors. Here are some key predictions and considerations:
Awareness Growth
Awareness about the importance of smart and sustainable buildings is expected to continue to grow among building owners, businesses and public institutions. This awareness is expected to fuel demand for Smart Building solutions.
Regulations and Incentives
Government regulations (see the European EPBD regulation) and economic incentives for sustainability and energy efficiency could further stimulate the adoption of Smart Building technologies in Italy. Policies focused on reducing carbon emissions push towards more sustainable solutions.
Real Estate and Residential Industry
The real estate industry in Italy is showing increasing interest in smart buildings, both for new projects and renovations. Real estate developers could integrate Smart Building technologies to increase the value of properties.
Digitalization of Building
Digitalization and the adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) are becoming increasingly common in the Italian construction sector, helping to simplify the design, construction and management of intelligent buildings.
Growing Residential Demand
The residential sector is also growing, with a growing demand for home automation systems and Smart Home solutions among Italian consumers.
Smart Cities and Public Infrastructures
Italian cities are developing Smart City projects that include intelligent buildings and advanced public infrastructure. These projects could accelerate the adoption of Smart Building technologies.
Emerging Technologies
The advancement of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT) and data analytics could lead to more sophisticated and integrated Smart Building solutions.
Sustainability and Efficiency
The growing focus on sustainability and energy efficiency will drive the adoption of Smart Building solutions that enable more efficient management of resources.
Partner Ecosystem
The ecosystem of partners, including technology manufacturers, software developers and consultants, is expected to continue to expand, offering solutions tailored to the specific needs of the Italian market.
Training and Skills
The training of professionals and technicians specialized in Smart Building will become increasingly important to support the development of the sector.
Organized by
FESI is organized by Messe Frankfurt Italia
With more than twentyfive years of experience, our company is partner of 2,000 Italian exhibitors thanks to a portfolio of more than 310 trade fairs worldwide focused on the following industries: Technology & Production, Consumer Goods & Leisure, Textiles & Textile Technologies, Mobility & Infrastructure, Entertainment Media & Creation. Every year over 35,000 Italian buyers visit our shows in search of international trends and product novelties.