New trade fair in Lucerne
With the new Terra Solid trade fair, a central industry meeting point for foundation engineering, civil engineering and natural hazard management is being created in Lucerne. From 24 to 26 February 2026, planners, developers, authorities and entrepreneurs will meet at Messe Luzern to discover innovations, exchange expertise and forge new partnerships.
Messe Luzern AG is launching Terra Solid, a trade fair dedicated entirely to the complex interplay between foundation engineering, infrastructure and natural hazards. At a time when civil engineering projects are increasing and climate-related risks are growing, the trade fair is responding to an urgent need in the industry for exchange, orientation and concrete solutions in a specialised format. Exhibition Director Elio Cavazzutti emphasises: “Terra Solid is more than just a product show, it is a platform, knowledge centre and meeting place for professionals with responsibility.”
Future topics at the centre
The B2B platform is aimed at professionals from planning, science, authorities and the construction industry. The focus is on innovations in building materials, digital solutions in risk management, sustainable construction methods and protection systems against natural hazards. The exhibitors are organised in two clearly structured segments. On the one hand, planning and service providers and, on the other, manufacturers and contractors.
A specialist forum with expert presentations, discussion rounds and networking zones rounds off the programme. The exchange is intended to provide impetus for sustainable, resilient and technically advanced solutions, from urban development planning to slope stabilisation.
Strong partnerships – high credibility
With the Federal Office for the Environment FOEN as a patronage partner and other organisations such as InfraSuisse, Terra Solid receives strong support from research, practice and politics. Direct access to specialist knowledge and the latest research also makes the trade fair attractive for strategically-minded investors and site developers.
Hybrid thinking and active 365 days a year
Thanks to the live content marketing concept, Terra Solid is not only active during the trade fair days; exhibitors can also present their expertise, projects and events online. This creates a digital platform that enables networking, knowledge transfer and visibility throughout the year – a modern response to the demands of the market.