Marmomac 2026 — What Ukrainian granite producers should look for

The 60th Marmomac exhibition takes place in Verona on 22–25 September 2026, covering natural stone and the technologies used to work it. For Ukrainian granite producers, its practical value lies in matching their products to processors’ requirements, assessing equipment and discussing future supply terms. The announced programme already offers a basis for setting priorities. ^{[1], [2]}

A block producer and an architect look at the same stone from different perspectives. One needs a reliable yield of usable raw material; the other needs predictable results in a finished product. Processors, tooling suppliers, designers and installers connect the two. Marmomac covers this production chain, from quarrying through processing to the use of natural stone. ^[1]

NIVEN’s editorial team suggests approaching the fair with questions that can inform decisions back at the plant: what blocks buyers need, which operations could be improved, and which properties of the finished product require evidence.

Quarrying and processing technology

The programme for 22 September includes English-language training on Italian stone quarrying and processing technologies, organised by Veronafiere and ITA — the Italian Trade Agency. The first session is scheduled for 09:00–11:00 at the Technology Forum in Hall 2. ^[2]

For a granite producer, this is an opportunity to assess equipment against a specific production task: cutting quality, block preparation, tool consumption and compatibility with existing machinery. Any demonstration should be considered alongside the properties of the stone being processed. Performance on another rock does not establish how a machine will perform on granite from a particular Ukrainian deposit.

Ask the supplier what its stated productivity includes: setup, workpiece handling, tool changes and process interruptions. Power consumption, water treatment, spare parts and service in Ukraine deserve separate attention. These details turn an impression at a stand into a basis for a cost calculation.

How stone becomes part of an architectural project

In Hall 10, the organiser is introducing The Bedrock, a new format for cultural exhibitions and professional events exploring the use of natural stone. Announced exhibitions include On Stone Learning from Lessinia and Marble Interiors. 10 edited projects. Marmomac Academy also focuses on stone in architecture and design. ^{[3], [4]}

The connection to quarry operations is practical. Every finished surface implies requirements for raw material: dimensions, consistency across a batch, the character of the pattern and the ability to produce the required workpiece. When buyers explain the intended product, suppliers can propose a more suitable block and present its relevant properties.

Alongside photographs of striking projects, collect information about construction, finishing methods and material selection criteria. Asking why a particular stone was chosen often tells a producer more than a general discussion of popular colours.

Reusing processing residues

ZEROSTONEWASTE is scheduled for 25 September, 10:45–11:45, at the Technology Forum. The session addresses research into the reuse of marble processing sludge and residues: a programme topic with a clearly defined material. ^[5]

For a granite business, it offers questions to explore about making fuller use of raw material. Solutions for marble sludge cannot automatically be transferred to granite screenings or sawing residues. Material composition, preparation requirements, the properties of the resulting product and production costs all need to be checked.

A useful discussion should establish who needs the end product and for what application. Technical feasibility and the existence of a buyer are separate questions that should be investigated together.

Preparing for buyer meetings

Block producers should bring a concise set of materials: recent photographs identifying the stone, specifications of available blocks, verified test results and clear collection or shipment terms. Accurate information helps buyers assess whether the raw material suits their production line.

Meetings should clarify the required size range, acceptable natural features, batch inspection requirements and the process for approving a sample. Record which photographs, documents or calculations need to be supplied after the fair. That gives the next conversation a clear purpose.

What NIVEN plans to report after the fair

A NIVEN representative plans to attend Marmomac 2026. After the visit, we plan a separate report with our own photographs and videos covering equipment, new approaches to stone processing and use, and professional observations relevant to Ukrainian producers.

This preview is based on the announced programme. In the subsequent report, we will distinguish what we observed in demonstrations from specifications supplied by manufacturers, and examine how the most relevant solutions could apply to granite. Outcomes of the visit and any specific agreements will be reported only after confirmation.

The programme was checked on 10 September 2026. All session times are local to Verona — CEST. Check the organiser’s calendar before attending, as the schedule may change. ^{[2], [5]}