493 exhibitors confirmed for 2026 China Fish in Beijing

Organisers of China Fish have confirmed that 493 exhibiting companies will participate in the 2026 edition of the trade show, reinforcing Beijing’s position as the epicentre of international fishing tackle sourcing.

The exhibitor directory, published ahead of the February event, signals strong continued momentum for the Chinese angling industry despite ongoing headwinds in global export markets. The final figure of nearly 500 companies represents the full manufacturing supply chain, from rod and reel producers based in Weihai and Qingdao to lure moulders, line extruders and accessory specialists scattered across Guangdong and Zhejiang.

For international buyers, the scale of the exhibitor list carries practical significance. China Fish remains one of the few trade platforms where buyers can compare production capabilities across the country’s main tackle manufacturing clusters in a single venue. The breadth of the 2026 exhibitor roster suggests that domestic suppliers are continuing to invest in trade-show participation as a route to overseas markets, even as European and North American retail demand has softened in recent seasons.

Industry observers note that the Beijing venue offers particular advantages for buyers seeking mid-to-high volume OEM partnerships, given the concentration of Tier 1 rod and reel factories within a few hours’ travel of the capital. Several of the companies listed have expanded their product lines over the past year, adding soft baits, electronics accessories and ice fishing gear to traditional offerings — categories that have shown growth in Eastern European and Russian markets.

The confirmed exhibitor count also arrives against a backdrop of shifting trade dynamics. Some Chinese manufacturers have reported increased interest from buyers in the Middle East and Southeast Asia, regions where recreational angling participation continues to expand. Exhibition floors at China Fish have historically served as testing grounds for new product launches aimed at these emerging markets, and the 2026 lineup is expected to follow that pattern.

Buyers attending the show will be able to access the full exhibitor directory through the official China Fish platform and 10times, facilitating appointment scheduling in advance of the event. With nearly 500 companies on the floor, procurement teams are likely to find the breadth of choice unmatched at any other dedicated tackle trade exhibition worldwide.

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