13. IFEX 2026: Indonesia International Furniture Expo
The Ministry of Trade together with the Indonesian Furniture and Craft Industry Association (HIMKI) launched the Indonesia International Furniture Expo (IFEX) 2026 at the Ministry of Trade office, Jakarta. Minister of Trade Budi Santoso emphasized that this activity represents a real commitment of synergy between the government and industry players in supporting national export growth. IFEX is an International Trade Event that exhibits quality Furniture & Craft products by Indonesian Craftsmen, serving as a gateway to the country’s celebrated furniture and crafts the perfect opportunity to showcase or discover designs inspired by Indonesia’s natural heritage.
Date |
Location |
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| March 5 – 8, 2026 | Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) BSD City, Tangerang, Indonesia |
Exhibition Overview
IFEX 2026 will be held on March 5-8, 2026, at the Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) BSD City in Tangerang Regency, Banten. The event has moved to ICE Indonesia from its previous venue, representing an expansion and evolution of the exhibition. This B-to-B event designed for furniture and craft key players will showcase 3,000+ products from different materials, attracting around 500 exhibitors and expecting about 12,000 visitors to attend.
Indonesia’s Furniture Industry Position
In January-March 2025, Indonesian furniture and craft exports reached USD 644.83 million, increasing by 0.85% compared to the same period the previous year. In 2024, Indonesia was recorded as the 20th largest furniture and craft exporter in the world, with total exports reaching USD 2.43 billion. Main export destinations include the United States, Japan, the Netherlands, Germany, and France. As the largest natural forest area in Asia, Indonesia has great potential in terms of raw materials and manufacturing ability. With high levels of quality construction, finishing and materials, Indonesia is considered one of the largest increases in shipments among the Asian furniture source countries.
Product Categories
Product categories include home and office furniture, interior products, craft items, office furniture, kitchen furniture, dining room furniture, bedroom furniture, outdoor furniture, furniture materials, home décor, rattan furniture, and décor products. Designer sofa sets, carpets and rugs, upholstered items, and kitchen fittings and fixtures are exhibited at the fair as well.
Indonesian Craftsmanship Excellence
IFEX encourages the development of modernization in products, with the reflection of Indonesian unique cultivation. However, though evolution is greatly encouraged in IFEX, the preservation of Indonesia’s authentic and traditional ways of Indonesia’s craftsmanship is also highlighted. IFEX chooses not to stay in the comfort zone but rather be inspired to prosper and reconstruct. The event represents a melting pot bringing together interior designers, product designers, furniture enthusiasts, traders and exporters.
Why Visit IFEX 2026?
- Indonesia’s Natural Resource Advantage: Access to Asia’s largest natural forest area provides exceptional raw materials and manufacturing capability with high levels of quality construction, finishing and materials.
- Government-Backed Export Platform: Direct support from Indonesia’s Ministry of Trade, with strategic programs connecting Indonesian businesses with potential foreign buyers through organized business matching.
- Growing Export Market: Indonesia ranked as the 20th largest furniture and craft exporter globally with USD 2.43 billion in 2024 exports, showing strong growth trajectory.
- Authentic Indonesian Design: Unique blend of modernization and preservation of Indonesia’s authentic traditional craftsmanship, offering designs inspired by Indonesia’s natural cultivation.
- Comprehensive Sourcing: Furniture manufacturers from around Indonesia gather for four days, saving visitors the time and money of traveling across the archipelago to source individually.
- Rattan Excellence: Access to Indonesia’s renowned rattan furniture production, representing some of the finest rattan craftsmanship globally.
Conclusion
The Minister of Trade emphasized that IFEX 2026 represents “a boost for the furniture and craft sector which has great potential in the global market,” with the exhibition providing added value that strengthens the positive image of Indonesian products in the international market. As Indonesia leverages its position as Asia’s largest natural forest area, combines traditional craftsmanship with modern manufacturing, and benefits from strong government export promotion programs, IFEX 2026 represents essential access to one of Asia’s most dynamic emerging furniture markets. Whether you’re seeking competitively priced tropical hardwood furniture, exploring Indonesia’s renowned rattan craftsmanship, discovering unique designs that blend traditional Indonesian aesthetics with contemporary functionality, or establishing manufacturing partnerships in a country showing strong export growth, March 5-8, 2026 at ICE BSD City provides concentrated access to Indonesia’s USD 2.43 billion furniture and craft industry backed by government-facilitated business matching programs.
For registration details and additional information, visit the official IFEX website: www.ifexindonesia.com
