THE KwaZulu-Natal Industrial Technology Exhibition (KITE) 2025 is set to be a powerhouse of industry collaboration at the Durban Exhibition Centre from 22-24 July. By aligning with reputed and recognised industry bodies such as the South African Institution of Mechanical Engineering (SAIMechE), the Lifting Equipment Engineering Association of SA (Leeasa), the South African Capital Equipment Export Council (Saceec), the Society for Automation, Instrumentation, Mechatronics and Computer Engineering (Saimc), and the Production Technologies Association of South Africa (PtSA), KITE ensures that visitors and exhibitors gain access to authoritative insights, technical expertise, and high-impact networking opportunities.

“These partnerships elevate the exhibition from a standard trade show to a dynamic knowledge-sharing platform, where the latest industry trends, regulatory updates, and technological advancements take centre stage,” says Charlene Hefer, portfolio director at Specialised Exhibitions — a division of Montgomery Group.

For exhibitors, this alignment enhances credibility and exposure, offering direct engagement with decision-makers, industry influencers, and regulatory leaders. Visitors benefit from exclusive access to seminars, conferences, and live competitions that provide practical solutions, expert guidance, and hands-on experience with the latest innovations. “By fostering these strategic relationships, KITE 2025 solidifies its position as a must-attend event where industries don’t just showcase progress – they shape the future together,” says Hefer.

KITE has been serving the KwaZulu-Natal region for 48 years, consistently bringing current industrial technology to the local market. Visitors will not only be able to find solutions that will improve productivity, increase worker satisfaction, wellbeing and safety, and increase sustainability efforts in an ever-changing economy, but various visitor attractions make a visit to the expo a priority.

Attractions include:

The free-to-attend SAIMechE seminar theatre, where a well-rounded three-day seminar programme provides a wealth of information on current industry trends and regulations.
The Leeasa one-day lifting conference, a valuable source of information for people working in the lifting industry.
The launch of the Leeasa forklift operator competition, which focuses on the skills of leading forklift operators.
The new products and innovations awards, co-hosted by Saceec and judged by Eric Bruggeman, CEO of Saceec. the awards recognise excellence and innovation in both local and international industrial technology product design.

“There is so much to see at KITE, and with exhibitors running ongoing live demonstrations, visitors have the opportunity to see solutions in action before making a purchasing decision. We encourage visitors to pre-register on the KITE website – www.kznindustrial.co.za – to avoid queues at the expo. The website is also a valuable source of updated information on the seminar sessions,” says Hefer.