CeMAT AUSTRALIA is proud to announce that Linde Material Handling, renowned for setting global benchmarks in forklifts, warehouse equipment and intralogistics automation, has joined as a key sponsor for our 2026 edition. With operations in more than 100 countries and a reputation built on engineering excellence, Linde continues to set worldwide standards for safety, performance and innovation.

Linde’s commitment highlights and reinforces CeMAT Australia’s role as the premier platform for showcasing innovation and facilitating connection with global leaders and local decision-makers. The place where proven technologies that reduce costs, enhance safety, and drive higher throughput are brought to life. Where Australia’s logistics sector comes to explore, evaluate and adopt the innovations that will define its next decade of growth.

Linde’s participation and recognition comes at a decisive moment for the sector. The warehouse automation market in Australia is forecast to grow at more than 24% annually through 2030, while the broader logistics automation sector is set to expand at over 10% compound annual growth rate between 2025 and 2033. With space constraints pushing brownfield upgrades and businesses demanding electrification, fleet optimisation and integrated automation, Linde represents the cutting edge of this shift, bringing solutions that are shaping the future of warehousing worldwide.

Mike Nissen, Commercial Director at Hannover Fairs Australia, said:

• “Linde’s commitment as a key sponsor is a milestone for CeMAT AUSTRALIA 2026. Their technology goes straight to the heart of what matters most when it comes to operators, lower costs, greater safety, and faster throughput. This is exactly the kind of practical innovation our visitors are coming to Melbourne to see, and it confirms CeMAT’s role as the place where Australia’s logistics sector is making its next big leap.”

Leigh Atallah, Director Sales and Marketing, Linde Material Handling, said:

• “Partnering with CeMAT AUSTRALIA reflects both our global leadership and our strong commitment to Australia’s logistics industry. From electrification and fleet optimisation to integrated automation, our solutions are designed to deliver measurable improvements in safety, reliability, ROI and productivity. As a global organisation, we remain focused on driving sustainable outcomes across every aspect of our business, and we’re proud to partner with CeMAT to showcase those outcomes and to engage directly with the businesses driving the industry forward.”

Linde Material Handling is proud to lead the way in innovation, offering a lithium-ION solution for every product across its electric range, from 1.5-tonne pallet trucks to 18-tonne heavy-duty forklifts. The launch of the latest 1251 X Series, powered by advanced lithium-ION technology, sets a new benchmark in innovation, performance and sustainability across Linde’s electric portfolio.

Media Accreditation & Enquiries: 
Blake Edwards, Marketing Director – +61 0415 692 071 blake.edwards@hannoverfairs.com.au 
Sales Enquiries: 

• James Redshaw, Senior Exhibition Manager – james.redshaw@hannoverfairs.com.au
• Fred Turck, Sales Manager – fred.turck@hannoverfairs.com.au
• Mike Nissen, Commercial Director – mike.nissen@hannoverfairs.com.au  

Partnership & Program Enquiries: 
Natalie Green, Senior Program and Partnerships Manager – Natalie.green@hannoverfairs.com.au