Interclean Shanghai 2024: The highlights of a successful show

Interclean Shanghai 2024, held from 11 – 13 December at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, has been called an outstanding success! Industry professionals gathered in China’s business and economic hub from far and wide, all eager to tap into the many lucrative opportunities for succeeding in the rapidly evolving Chinese market.

Following the successful launch of Interclean China in 2021, this year marked its third edition, attracting more than 150 exhibitors, 160 brands and visitors from more than 80 countries. The exhibition covered 6,500+ m2 floorspace and features numerous co-located conferences and seminars and features with 40+ speakers.

“The Chinese professional cleaning and hygiene industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, driven by the rapid adoption of AI-powered solutions and a strong commitment to sustainability through ESG initiatives. As technology advances at an unprecedented pace, China is not only setting new benchmarks for innovation but is also creating vast opportunities for investors to capitalise on cutting-edge products and solutions. With an increasing demand for cost-effective, high-quality cleaning products, the show served as a vital gateway for international companies looking to tap into the dynamic Chinese cleaning market,” says Director at Interclean Global Events Robert Stelling.

A showcase of cutting-edge trends with a global presence

The exhibition showcased the latest advancements from leading manufacturers in cleaning and hygiene, offering a broad range of solutions from cleaning machines, accessories, and robotics to washroom appliances, chemicals, detergents, and healthcare cleaning equipment. Of particular interest were AI applications, smart technology and sustainability solutions.

The show had an energetic atmosphere, with visitors from many countries, including Malaysia, Korea, South Africa, the Middle East and Europe. Interclean Shanghai 2024 attracted a highly engaged audience of distributors, service providers and end-users, including property managers with significant purchasing power. The event provided a unique opportunity for international buyers to explore China’s thriving cleaning industry and connect directly with local suppliers and manufacturers. Many visitors mentioned how convenient it was to compare a wide range of prices, quality, and suppliers all under one roof.

Global knowledge and insights

This year’s vibrant programme included expert sessions featuring prominent experts from around the world in the field of cleaning, hygiene, and healthcare. Included in the key speaker line-up were Jill Frey CEO of Cummins Facility Services, Kelsey Hargreaves Technical Manager at BICSc, Dr. Gavin Macgregor-Skinner Senior Director of ISSA, Bill Basset, Global Director of the Interclean Group, Michael di Figlia, Managing Director of DTO and Professor Didier Pittet, MD, MS, CBE, Chair of Clean Hospitals.

Other exciting events during Interclean Shanghai include the Interclean China Elite Awards, Cleaning and Infection Control in China's Senior Care Facilities, China Urban Environmental Sanitation Cleaning Industry Meeting, International Exchange Meeting for Buyers, Healthcare Demonstrations, Hospitality Green Cleaning Development Summit and various Meet The Expert sessions. During these knowledge sharing sessions, some of the most pressing topics facing the industry came under the spotlight, including intelligent cleaning equipment to enhance efficiency and reduce waste, the growing concern for health and hygiene, the rise of green cleaning technology and environmental cleaning in healthcare settings.

Healthcare Cleaning Forum

One of the most anticipated segments of Interclean Shanghai 2024 was the Healthcare Cleaning Forum (HCF), co-organised with Fudan Hospital Facility Service Institute which took place on Saturday, December 14, at Zhongshan Hospital. This year’s forum focused on comparing and fostering mutual learning between China and the Netherlands. The discussions highlighted development trends in hospital support services and facilitated academic exchanges among professionals and experts in this field. Key speakers included Anneloes Klijn (Head of Cleaning, Amsterdam UMC), Heavenly Tang (Project Manager Asito, Amsterdam UMC), and Bill Bassett (Clean Hospitals Partner in Healthcare Cleaning Science).

“Looking back, it was a highly successful trade show, held for the first time in the business hub of China. Highlights included an international visitor base, a strong programme featuring renowned international speakers, and a seamless continuation of the experience concept introduced in Amsterdam. Notable successes included the interactive 5-day trade mission tour, the Happy Hour, Dinner Party, and the HCF on Saturday, December 14,” comments Daniëlle Inostroza, Exhibition Manager at Interclean Global Events.

See you at our next events!

If you missed this year’s amazing event, be sure to catch us at our next ones! We look forward to welcoming you all at Interclean Shanghai 2025 from 22 – 24 October 2025 and Interclean Amsterdam 2026 from 14 – 17 April 2026.