Interclean Amsterdam 2028 – Netherlands

What to expect

Interclean Amsterdam 2028 is the world’s leading trade fair for professional cleaning and hygiene, recognised as the international platform where innovation, business and knowledge converge. Organised by RAI Amsterdam at the RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre, the event brings together the entire global cleaning community under one roof.

You can expect a comprehensive showcase from over 800 exhibitors representing manufacturers, importers, wholesalers, distributors and service providers active in professional cleaning. The exhibition occupies all 13 halls of RAI Amsterdam, making it the largest Interclean edition ever staged.

The fair is more than an exhibition. It is a festival of networking, social interaction and learning, with four dedicated stages delivering insights on innovation, digitalisation, sustainability, environment, ESG, healthcare, hygiene and disinfection. World-leading experts from food service, office real estate, hospitality and healthcare sectors conduct exclusive knowledge sharing sessions.

Key highlights include the prestigious Amsterdam Innovation Award, the Cleaners’ Choice Award voted by cleaning professionals, live demonstrations of robotics and autonomous cleaning, and the Interclean Social Club with live entertainment. From detergents and disinfection to machines, equipment, washroom solutions and high-pressure cleaning, every segment of the industry is represented.

Event dates

Event Dates: 4 to 7 April 2028
Venue: RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre, Europaplein 24, 1078 GZ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Opening Hours for Visitors: 4 – 6 April from 10:00 to 17:30, and 7 April from 10:00 to 16:00
Access for Participants: The Convention Centre is accessible on event days from two hours before opening until two hours after closing
Construction Period: 29 March to 3 April from 08:00 to 22:00 for Halls 1-8 and 10-12, with Decoration Day on 3 April from 08:00 to 17:00
Dismantling: 7 April from 18:30 to 22:00, 8 April from 08:00 to 22:00, 9 April from 08:00 to 18:00
Organiser: RAI Cleaning Technology B.V., RAI Amsterdam, P.O. Box 77777, 1070 MS Amsterdam, Netherlands

Visiting this event? Don’t miss out on these amazing activities and local experiences while you’re here.

Venue & event site

The RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre is one of Europe’s most renowned exhibition venues, located at Europaplein 24, 1078 GZ Amsterdam, with excellent accessibility and facilities in the Dutch capital. The venue is exploited by RAI Amsterdam B.V. and is subject to facility regulations that are fully applicable to all participants.

The venue offers 13 interconnected halls with state-of-the-art infrastructure, including high ceilings for machinery demonstrations, extensive loading docks and flexible hall configurations. For Interclean Amsterdam, all halls are utilised, reflecting strong demand for exhibition space.

Venue features include:
Entrance C, K and F: Three main visitor entrances providing access to different hall clusters and reducing congestion.
Shell Scheme and Modular Infrastructure: Professional stand construction services, carpet, lighting, power and cleaning included in packages.
Exhibitor Portal and Web Shop: Online platform for ordering services, preferred supplier offers and management of participation.
Facility Services: On-site catering, business centre, cloakroom, first aid and security services.

The location in Amsterdam Zuid is within walking distance of hotels, restaurants and public transport hubs, making it ideal for international trade visitors.

Full technology programme

The Interclean technology programme is curated to cover the full scope of professional cleaning and hygiene, with authorisation at the full discretion of RAI to ensure conformity with the event scope.

Amsterdam Innovation Award: The prestigious award celebrating breakthrough innovations, announced at the opening ceremony. Categories include Sustainability & Environment, Smart Technologies & Digitalisation, Workforce & Ergonomics, and Hygiene & Health.

Cleaners’ Choice Award: An award voted by cleaning professionals themselves, recognising practical innovations that make daily work easier and more effective.

Knowledge Stages: Four stages across the venue hosting knowledge sessions, panel discussions and exclusive research presentations. Topics include digitalisation, sustainability, ESG, healthcare cleaning, food service hygiene and facility management.

Healthcare Cleaning Forum: Dedicated forum focusing on infection prevention, hospital hygiene, disinfection protocols and healthcare cleaning standards, with lunch and full programme participation included.

Interclean Social Club: Daily networking programme with live entertainment, providing a vibrant atmosphere for forging global connections beyond business.

Feel Good Friday: Closing day celebration with special guests and the biggest Friday afternoon networking drink, ensuring a memorable end to the event.

Key speakers & industry leaders

Interclean Amsterdam brings together the world’s leading experts on cleaning and hygiene within diverse sectors.

Innovation Leaders: Representatives from Diversey, a Solenis Company, overall winner of the Amsterdam Innovation Award for LESSEAU NO-Touch Bar Soap dispenser and refills, demonstrating sustainability-driven innovation.

Robotics Pioneers: Companies such as Jtibot showcasing autonomous outdoor cleaning systems powered by AI, Baudoin Wash-Systems with award-winning wash drones, and Rosiwit presenting intelligent cleaning solutions for industrial environments with cybersecurity-focused system upgrades.

Healthcare Experts: Specialists in infection control, hospital hygiene and disinfection protocols sharing latest research and predictions for healthcare cleaning.

Sustainability Champions: Leaders from chemical manufacturers, equipment producers and facility management companies discussing sustainable chemistry, circular economy, water technologies and waste disposal.

Facility Management Visionaries: Experts from office real estate, hospitality, food service and industrial sectors revealing insights on data-driven cleaning, robotics, workforce management and ESG compliance.

Association Leaders: Representatives from partner industry associations and ISSA, providing global perspective on market trends and regulatory developments.

Technology sectors & themes

Interclean Amsterdam covers all sectors related to professional cleaning and hygiene.

Sectors include:
Public Services: Cleaning solutions for municipalities, public buildings and infrastructure.
Cleaning: Industrial cleaning, commercial cleaning, institutional cleaning, hospitality and food service sectors.
Water Technologies: Water treatment, water saving technologies and sustainable water use in cleaning.
Waste Disposal: Waste management, recycling and circular solutions for the cleaning industry.
Home Decoration, Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance, Materials, Equipment and Technologies, Services: Broad scope covering both consumer-related and industrial applications.

Key Themes:
Innovation: New products, machinery and concepts driving the industry forward.
Digitalisation: Data-driven cleaning, IoT, robotics, automation and smart facility management.
Sustainability: Environmentally friendly detergents, sustainable chemistry, energy efficiency and carbon reduction.
Hygiene & Health: Infection prevention, disinfection, washroom hygiene and healthcare cleaning.
Workforce: Ergonomics, training, safety and attracting talent to the cleaning industry.

Sessions, talks & presentations

The event offers an extensive range of knowledge sessions across four stages, designed for different professional audiences.

Strategic Keynotes: Opening ceremony with announcement of Amsterdam Innovation Award winners, followed by visionary keynotes on the future of cleaning and hygiene.

Technical Seminars: In-depth sessions on robotics and automation, including autonomous sweeping for industrial, municipal and campus environments, showcasing scalable AI-driven solutions.

Sustainability Sessions: Panels on sustainable innovation, environmental performance, green chemistry and circular economy models, featuring case studies from leading manufacturers.

Healthcare Talks: Sessions dedicated to healthcare cleaning, hygiene in hospitals, disinfection standards and pandemic preparedness.

Food Service & Hospitality Sessions: Best practices for hygiene in food processing, restaurants, hotels and catering, including HACCP compliance and customer safety.

Digitalisation Workshops: Presentations on data and digital transformation, smart cleaning platforms, cybersecurity for connected cleaning systems and ROI of digital investments.

Exhibitor Knowledge Sharing: Exhibitors host product presentations and live Q&A on their stands, providing practical insights into application and maintenance.

Workshops & demonstrations

Demonstrations and workshops provide hands-on experience of the latest technologies.

Live Demonstrations: Special activities at stands such as product presentations, performances and shows are permitted with written permission from RAI requested at least 30 days before construction period, ensuring visitor flow is not blocked.

Robotics Demos: Live operation of autonomous outdoor sweepers, indoor cleaning robots, window cleaning drones and high-pressure systems, showing real-world performance in simulated environments.

Machinery Testing Areas: Dedicated zones for testing floor cleaning machines, scrubber dryers, vacuum cleaners and steam cleaning equipment on different surface types.

Sustainable Cleaning Workshops: Practical workshops on using less water, chemical-free cleaning, microfibre technologies and sustainable washroom solutions.

Healthcare Cleaning Demonstrations: Simulation of hospital room cleaning, terminal disinfection and hand hygiene compliance monitoring.

Run Full Circle: A sponsored run event with registration fee of $16 including healthy breakfast and commemorative finishers’ t-shirt, promoting health and networking in an informal setting.

Ticket types & registration

Interclean Amsterdam operates a professional trade-only admission model with pricing based on official 2028 terms and converted to USD.

Basic Admission Price: $103 per person per day, including VAT. This is the standard daily visitor rate as specified in the Specific Terms and Conditions.

Exhibitor Registration Fee – Non-Members: $700 per application, non-refundable. Includes participation package consisting of name on participants list in exhibition catalogue, name on participants list on website www.intercleanshow.com, company page MyPage for brief company presentation, access to Exhibitor Portal and Web Shop and ability to use several offers from preferred suppliers, and exhibitor badges based on stand size.

Exhibitor Registration Fee – Members of Partner Associations: $271 per application. Discount applied if exhibitor is a current member of the association with the exhibiting office as of January 1, 2028.

Co-Exhibitor Fee: $700 charged to main participant per additional party exhibiting within rented space, with same package as main participant.

Stand Space – Space Only – Onsite Booking Rates:
Premium Location: Wall $330, Corner $349, Front $357, Island $362 per sqm
Standard Location: Wall $316, Corner $335, Front $342, Island $348 per sqm

Stand Space – Early Bird Rates:
Premium: Wall $406, Corner $425, Front $432, Island $438 per sqm
Standard: Wall $387, Corner $405, Front $413, Island $418 per sqm

Stand Space – Regular Rates:
Premium: Wall $417, Corner $435, Front $443, Island $448 per sqm
Standard: Wall $397, Corner $416, Front $423, Island $429 per sqm

Shell Scheme Construction: Basic Stand Construction $98 per sqm, All-In Stand Construction $159 per sqm, including walls, carpet, fascia board, electricity, lighting and daily cleaning.

Modular Packages: Premium Boost Package Silver $336 per sqm, Premium Impact Package Gold $398 per sqm, Premium Boost Package Gold $460 per sqm, including high eye-catchers, printed graphics, furniture and storage.

Startup & investor opportunities

Interclean Amsterdam provides dedicated platforms for emerging companies and investment.

Startup Pavilion: Dedicated area for young companies and scale-ups to showcase disruptive technologies in cleaning and hygiene, with cost-effective participation packages and high visibility to investors and corporate buyers.

Amsterdam Innovation Award – Startups: Special recognition for breakthrough innovations from new entrants, providing media exposure and credibility within the global cleaning community.

Investor Meetings: Structured matchmaking between startups, venture capital, private equity and corporate venture arms of major cleaning manufacturers seeking new technologies in robotics, AI and sustainable chemistry.

Pitch Sessions: Startup pitch sessions on the innovation stages, allowing founders to present to a jury of industry leaders, distributors and potential customers.

Partner Association Support: Members of partner associations receive reduced registration fee of $271, encouraging participation from emerging markets and new business models.

Growth Programme: Workshops on scaling internationally, navigating RAI Amsterdam participation procedures, and accessing RAI Hotel Services and participation in Interclean worldwide shows.

Exhibitors & technology companies

The exhibitor base represents the full supply chain of professional cleaning.

Detergents & Disinfection: Halls 1 – 8 feature chemical manufacturers showcasing sustainable detergents, disinfectants, bio-based cleaners and dosing systems.

Equipment: Halls 1 – 8 host suppliers of trolleys, mops, microfibre systems, cleaning carts and ergonomic tools.

Machines: Halls 1 – 8 display scrubber dryers, sweepers, vacuum cleaners and single-disc machines from global brands.

High Pressure & Steam Cleaning: Hall 5 dedicated to high-pressure washers, steam cleaners and industrial cleaning systems.

Window Cleaning: Halls 1 – 8 and outdoor areas show window cleaning systems, water-fed poles, rope access equipment and drone solutions.

Laundry & Textile Care: Halls 1 – 8 and Hall 12 feature laundry equipment, textile care solutions and linen management systems.

Washroom: Halls 10 – 12 and Hall 13 focus on washroom hygiene, dispensers, hand dryers, sanitary products and smart washroom technologies.

Healthcare Cleaning: Hall 12 dedicated to healthcare cleaning solutions, infection control products and hospital hygiene systems.

Data & Digital and Pest Control: Hall 5 and Hall 8 showcase software platforms, IoT sensors, facility management systems and pest control solutions.

Notable Exhibitors: Companies such as 2Pure Products, Ionic Systems with Reach & Wash System, i-team Global, Rosiwit, Jtibot, Baudoin Wash-Systems and Diversey regularly exhibit.

Networking & business meetings

Interclean Amsterdam is designed as a festival of networking and business development.

Daily Interclean Social Club: Central meeting point with live entertainment, food and drinks, enabling informal networking after business hours.

Business Matching: Exhibitor Portal allows exhibitors to schedule meetings, manage leads and connect with visitors before, during and after the event via MyPage company presentation.

International Community: In 2024 edition, 30,000 visitors from 143 countries met 875 exhibitors, creating a truly global marketplace for partnerships and distribution agreements.

Hosted Buyer Programme: Structured programme connecting top buyers and decision makers from facility management companies, cleaning contractors and end users with relevant exhibitors.

Feel Good Friday: Closing celebration with special guest referee Bjorn Kuipers in previous editions and the biggest Friday afternoon drink, creating a superb atmosphere for final deals.

Private Meeting Facilities: On-site meeting rooms, VIP lounges and exhibitor hospitality areas for confidential business discussions.

Event rules & visitor information

Admission: Trade visitors only, admittance type traders only. Participants must be manufacturers, representatives, importers, wholesalers, exporters, publishing companies and other service providers economically active in professional cleaning and hygiene. Authorisation is at full discretion of RAI.

Badge Policy: Exhibitor badges are allocated based on stand size. Badges are non-transferable and must be worn at all times. Name on participants list appears in exhibition catalogue and website.

Stand Construction Rules: For all stand space less than 19 sqm, use of shell scheme stand construction from RAI is mandatory. For all stand space between 19 and 31 sqm, use of modular packages is mandatory. All participants not using shell scheme must send stand design to RAI for approval no later than 3 months before start of event.

Demonstration Permission: Special activities at stands require written permission from RAI at least 30 days before construction period, and must be situated so interested visitors do not block corridors.

VAT Regulations: Due to VAT rules regarding place of supply, non-Dutch participants from EU member states must enter full VAT number on registration form or enclose statement from tax authorities. If not provided, RAI charges Dutch VAT on all invoices.

Permits: Participants using stands with multiple stories, gallery and/or stage over 60 cm must request permit no later than eight weeks before construction. Building with extra stories charged 50% of fixed square meter price.

Payment Conditions: First invoice is registration fee non-refundable, second invoice 25% of booth space one year in advance, third invoice 75% of total four months in advance, final invoice two weeks after show.

How to get there

RAI Amsterdam is located at Europaplein 24, 1078 GZ Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands, with excellent accessibility in the Dutch capital.

By Car: Directly off the A10 ring road, exit S109 for RAI. Follow signs for RAI Amsterdam. Parking is available at RAI complex with over 4,000 spaces. Navigation address Europaplein 24.

By Train: Amsterdam RAI station is located 5 minutes walk from the venue, with direct connections from Amsterdam Centraal, Schiphol Airport and Utrecht. Intercity and sprinter trains serve the station.

By Air: Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is 15 minutes by train to RAI station. Direct train connection from Schiphol to Amsterdam RAI runs every 10 minutes.

By Metro: Metro line 52 North-South line stops at Europaplein station, directly in front of RAI Amsterdam. Tram line 4 also serves the venue.

By Bike: Amsterdam has extensive cycle infrastructure and RAI provides extensive bicycle parking facilities.

Public transport & parking

Public Transport: GVB operates metro, tram and bus services to RAI Amsterdam. Metro 52 to Europaplein is the fastest connection from city centre. Tram 4 from Central Station stops at RAI. Bus lines 62 and 65 serve Europaplein. Contactless payment, OV-chipkaart and day tickets are accepted. Use GVB app for real-time information.

Parking: RAI Amsterdam offers on-site parking in multiple garages under the complex. Daily parking rate is approximately $22 to $28 per day depending on pre-booking. Pre-booking online via RAI website is recommended as parking fills quickly during Interclean. Alternative parking at nearby P+R locations with public transport connection is available.

Accessibility of Transport: Europaplein metro station has lifts and step-free access. Amsterdam RAI station has step-free access and accessible platforms. Low-floor trams and buses operate on most routes serving RAI.

Taxis & Rideshare: Taxi ranks located outside Entrance C and Entrance K. Major rideshare apps operate throughout Amsterdam.

Accommodation areas

Amsterdam offers diverse accommodation within easy reach of RAI.

Near RAI – Rivierenbuurt & Buitenveldert: Budget to mid-range hotels within walking distance to venue, ideal for exhibitors needing early access for construction. Average rate $130 – $190 per night.

City Centre – De Pijp, Oud-Zuid & Centre: 4-star hotels including NH Collection, Hilton and Crowne Plaza with tram or metro connection to RAI. Average rate $190 – $320 per night. Best for networking dinners and cultural experiences.

Business District – Zuidas: Modern business hotels directly connected to Amsterdam RAI station, 5 minutes away, with corporate rates and conference facilities.

Airport Area – Schiphol: Hotels near Schiphol Airport for international visitors with early flights, 15 minutes train ride to RAI.

RAI Hotel Services offers official hotel booking service with negotiated rates for exhibitors and visitors. Early booking is recommended as Amsterdam has high occupancy during major trade fairs.

Accessibility

RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre is fully accessible for visitors with reduced mobility.

Physical Access: Step-free access to all exhibition halls, entrances C, K and F, conference theatres and catering areas. Lifts to all levels and accessible restrooms on each floor.

Wheelchair Access: Wheelchairs available on loan at venue reception subject to availability. Reserved seating areas and wheelchair spaces in knowledge theatres.

Hearing Assistance: Hearing loops installed in conference theatres. Contact organiser in advance to request sign language interpreters.

Visual Assistance: Guide dogs permitted throughout venue. Large-print show guides available on request at information desk.

Dietary Requirements: On-site catering accommodates vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal needs when notified in advance via registration or exhibitor portal.

Accessible Parking: Designated accessible parking spaces close to main entrances with valid blue badge display.

Previous year’s highlights

The most recent editions have set records for scale and international engagement.

2024 Edition Highlights: Officially opened with announcement of overall winner of Amsterdam Innovation Award, presented to Diversey – A Solenis Company for LESSEAU NO-Touch Bar Soap dispenser and refills, with Cleaners’ Choice Award awarded to Baudoin Wash-Systems for Baudoin Wash Drone. In total 30,000 visitors from 143 countries visited RAI Amsterdam to visit 875 exhibitors.

Scale: Over 900 exhibitors and 30,000 visitors from 120 countries served as ideal platform for companies to reaffirm commitment to innovation and excellence in professional cleaning. More than 900-plus exhibitors across four stages delivered extensive knowledge programme.

Innovation Focus: Visitors explored everything from robotics and data-driven cleaning to sustainable chemistry, healthcare hygiene, washroom solutions and outdoor cleaning innovations. Companies such as Tot-Net, Jtibot and Rosiwit showcased latest developments in sustainability-driven cleaning technologies and cybersecurity-focused system upgrades.

Networking Festival: Visitors were treated to whole new Interclean experience where forging global connections, experiencing newest innovations and discovering latest trends was centrepiece. Vibrant networking programme included daily Interclean Social Club with live entertainment and Feel Good Friday where referee Bjorn Kuipers and biggest Friday afternoon drink ensured superb atmosphere.

Industry Impact: The fair brought together cleaning manufacturers, distributors, cleaning contractors and decision agents from industrial, commercial, medical, institutional, hospitality and food service sectors, confirming Interclean Amsterdam as capital of cleaning and hygiene.

Official registration & tickets

Secure your participation through official RAI Amsterdam channels to ensure valid entry and avoid third-party fees.

Official Website: https://www.intercleanshow.com/amsterdam
Contact: RAI Amsterdam, P.O. Box 77777, 1070 MS Amsterdam, Netherlands, T: +31 (0)20 549 12 12, E: interclean@rai.nl
Registration Portal: Via official website, with exhibitor registration through Exhibitor Portal and visitor registration via online ticket shop.

Pricing in USD based on 2028 official terms:
Visitor Daily Admission: $103 per person per day including VAT
Exhibitor Registration Non-Member: $700 non-refundable
Exhibitor Registration Member: $271
Stand Space: $316 – $448 per sqm depending on location and booking period
Shell Scheme: $98 – $159 per sqm
Modular Packages: $336 – $460 per sqm

Early registration is recommended for best stand locations. Loyalty ranking system based on number of years participation, number of sqm and promotion and visibility bookings determines stand location priority.