Cleanzine: your weekly cleaning and hygiene industry newsletter 14th May 2026 Issue no. 1210
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Interclean Amsterdam 2026 closes on a high as global cleaning industry comes together
Interclean Amsterdam 2026 has come to a close after four days of innovation, knowledge sharing and global industry connection,
From 14th -17th April, the world's leading cleaning & hygiene professionals gathered in Amsterdam to discover the latest technologies, attend expert sessions and explore the trends of the future of the industry.
With 30,000 visitors from 140 countries and 850 exhibitors, the event reinforced its position as the global powerhouse for the professional cleaning & hygiene sector.
Across all halls at RAI Amsterdam, visitors explored everything from robotics and data-driven cleaning to sustainable chemistry, healthcare hygiene, washroom solutions and outdoor cleaning innovations. From opening morning to the final afternoon, the halls remained busy with visitors and exhibitors hungry for new ideas, products and partnerships.
Interclean Amsterdam 2026 also delivered one of its strongest content programmes to date, reflecting one of the show's key ambitions: to be not only a trade show, but a trusted platform for knowledge sharing, collaboration and innovation across the global professional cleaning & hygiene industry. Live demonstrations, new product launches and exhibitor presentations were a major highlight across four Experience Centres, four Knowledge Stages. There were more than 75 Speakers and 100+ Sessions!
The Experience Centres were among the most interactive areas of the show, giving attendees the opportunity to see innovation in action in real-life environments. Across healthcare, hospitality, outdoor cleaning and robotics, leading manufacturers and specialists showcased new technologies and offered valuable insight into the challenges facing the industry.
Exhibitors also looked back positively on the week.
"Although we were curious to see what the new [earlier] date would bring, we look back on Interclean with a huge smile,” says Claire de Wit, managing director, Kärcher Netherlands. “The valuable sessions with our key accounts and dealers, the fantastic atmosphere, and the beautiful weather made the experience complete."
For visitors, Interclean Amsterdam 2026 was not only about seeing the latest innovations, but also about making valuable connections and gaining practical insights directly from industry leaders and experts. As Robert Stelling, Director of Interclean, reflects:
"While the innovations, technology and sustainability solutions on display were truly impressive, the true heart of Interclean remains the people. From inspiring sessions to celebrations, we sign off the week with the knowledge that many new partnerships, insights and shared commitments have been made toward creating a cleaner world.”
Interclean Amsterdam will return in 2028, from 4th – 7th April, continuing its mission to connect the global cleaning & hygiene industry and showcase quality, innovation and collaboration.
23rd April 2026