AI, Robotics and Innovation Take Center Stage at Poland’s 2025 Drema Fair for Wood and Furniture Industries

Poland’s 2025 Drema Fair to Showcase AI Manufacturing, Robotics, and Product Innovation

The Drema International Trade Fair of Machines, Tools and Components for the Wood and Furniture Industries returns this year from September 9–12 at the MTP Poznań Expo fairgrounds. As Central and Eastern Europe’s leading event in woodworking and furniture manufacturing, Drema 2025 will center on the latest technology and market trends impacting product development and manufacturing processes.

This edition highlights process automation, robotization, digital transformation, and strategies for maintaining production despite uncertain conditions. Industry experts will share insights on current trends and practical advice for integrating these solutions into business operations.

Key Conferences and Industry Forums

• KOOPDREW (Wood Industry Congress): An international conference hosted by the Polish Chamber of Commerce of the Wood Industry. It addresses pressing challenges and risks facing the wood sector both in Poland and globally.
• Polish Furniture Congress: Organized by the Polish Chamber of Commerce of Furniture Manufacturers (OIGPM), focusing on growth opportunities and preparations for upcoming economic shifts in the furniture sector.
• Meeting of Women of the Furniture Industry: A forum to connect and empower women professionals within the industry.
• Forum of Technologists: Now in its second year, this event caters specifically to chief production technologists in woodworking and furniture manufacturing. It offers knowledge exchange and networking focused on innovation and efficiency.

Focus on Robotics, AI, and Advanced Manufacturing Technologies

The Forum of Technologists will spotlight robotics, automation, and AI-based manufacturing technologies. Attendees will witness live demonstrations at the modular Furniture Factory Live, where the latest processes are displayed in action. Furniture produced during these demonstrations will be donated to charity as part of the Drema for Children initiative.

For professionals involved in product development and manufacturing, this is an opportunity to observe how AI and robotics can improve production speed, precision, and design feasibility.

Furniture Innovation Hub and Other Highlights

The Furniture Innovation Hub offers a dedicated space to explore contemporary design trends, including new materials, colors, textures, fittings, and sustainable options. Expert panels and lectures will feature insights from design researchers, interior architects, and technologists.

Other notable program zones include:

• Furniture Trend Zone: Showcasing the latest boards, fabrics, and fittings.
• Parquet Zone: Featuring parquet flooring demonstrations and workshops by the Polish Parquet Flooring Association.
• Skills Testing Ground and Live Painting: Organized by Industrial Painting magazine, this includes live sharpening and regeneration technology demos in partnership with ITA Tools.
• Clean Air Zone: Presented by Biomasa, highlighting eco-friendly heating and air-quality solutions.
• Conjured from Wood Exhibition: Displaying competition entries crafted from wood.
• Polish Championships in Nail Hammering: A popular event organized by Inwestor Publishing House.

Why Product Development Professionals Should Attend

Advances in production technology mean furniture and wood products can be made faster, more efficiently, and with greater design complexity than ever before. Staying updated on automation and AI integration is essential to maintaining competitive advantage.

The Drema fair provides a practical platform to gain knowledge, witness live technology demonstrations, and connect with industry leaders focused on innovation and process optimization.

For those interested in expanding skills related to AI and automation in manufacturing, exploring AI automation courses can complement the insights gained at Drema 2025.