LIGNA 2027 will take place in Hanover from May 10 to 14 under the overarching theme “Woodbound Future.” The organizers are thus establishing a thematic focus for the trade fair for the woodworking and wood-processing industry. Wood is described as the material, innovation as the path, and a competitive future as the shared goal.
“The term ‘wood’ should be understood here in a broader sense than just the material itself. It is the starting point for industrial value creation, the foundation for new material solutions, and a driver of technological developments,” says Stephanie Wagner, Global Director of LIGNA at Deutsche Messe. “Woodbound Future” provides a thematic framework encompassing technological development, industrial value creation, and responsible resource use.
Overarching Theme for the Entire Trade Show
The overarching theme exemplifies the transformation of the wood industry. This is reflected in digitally networked production processes, automation, and AI, as well as in innovative materials, resource-efficient manufacturing, the circular economy, and the reduction of CO2 emissions. Woodbound Future serves as the overarching theme for the entire LIGNA event, spanning all seven exhibition areas as well as the outdoor grounds with LIGNA.Builds and LIGNA.TruckStop.
The focus is on the entire value chain: from the sourcing of raw materials through industrial processing to new materials, applications, and the use of wood for energy. Wagner comments: “Every two years, the woodworking community comes together at LIGNA to shape the future of the industry. Woodbound Future unites these developments under a common guiding principle.”
LIGNA Profile
LIGNA has been held every two years in odd-numbered years since 1975, jointly organized by Deutsche Messe and the VDMA Woodworking Machinery Division at the Hannover Exhibition Center. It showcases the complete range of products and services for the primary and secondary industries.