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Interclean: the leading international trade fair for professional cleaning and sanitation

Laure

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As you know: the professional cleaning sector is constantly evolving. Between increased hygiene requirements, organizational changes, pressure on margins and ever higher customer expectations, companies must constantly adapt their practices.

In this context, certain events play a key role in supporting the development of players in the field.

Interclean is one of those not-to-be-missed events.

Held in Amsterdam, this international benchmark show brings together the entire professional cleaning ecosystem to showcase the latest innovations, solutions and equipment on the market.

But what makes Interclean so special?

Why does it attract thousands of visitors and exhibitors from all over the world every year?

And how it can really support the performance and evolution of a cleaning business ? Zoom in on a biennial highlight not to be missed.

Interclean: definition and role of the show in the professional cleaning ecosystem

Interclean Amsterdam is now recognized as a the world's largest and most influential trade show for cleaning, hygiene and professional cleaning services on an international scale.

A veritable crossroads of exchange and innovation, this major event brings together all industry players under one roof. The aim? Present the latest market advances, share best practices and anticipate future developments.

With over 900 exhibitors from all over the world and around 30,000 visitors representing over 140 countries, Interclean has become the undisputed global benchmark for the cleaning industry. 

Beyond its commercial dimension, the show plays a key role in the professionalization of the sector. It highlights cross-functional issues such as operational performance, digitalization of organizations, improved working conditions and sustainable development. In this way, Interclean is actively helping to shape the future of the cleaning industry.

When does Interclean take place and how often?

The very first Interclean Amsterdam was held in 1967! Since then, the show has been held every two years, traditionally in the spring. This biennial rhythm enables exhibitors to present truly structuring innovations, while providing visitors with a clear vision of major market trends.

The next edition of this flagship event is scheduled from April 14 to 17, 2026, and as every year, it will take place in the Dutch capital. The choice of’Amsterdam as host city is no mean feat. The metropolis offers exceptional accessibility thanks to its central position in Europe, its international Schiphol airport and its efficient transport network.

The RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre, The exhibition center, where the event takes place, boasts a modern infrastructure spread over 12 exhibition halls. Enough to comfortably accommodate the thousands of visitors and exhibitors expected!

What type of salon is Interclean?

Interclean is above all a B2B (Business to Business), designed to meet the specific needs of cleaning professionals.

Visit profiles present are varied:

  • directors and managers of cleaning companies; 
  • buyers and specifiers of cleaning services ;
  • manufacturers and distributors of equipment and products ;
  • building and facility management players;
  • hygiene and sanitation experts;
  • researchers and innovators in the sector. 

The event covers all aspects of professional cleaning : 

  • detergents and disinfectants ; 
  • material, equipment, machinery ;
  • health and hygiene ; 
  • steam and high-pressure cleaning ; 
  • sanitary ; 
  • window cleaning ; 
  • linen and textile care ;
  • data and technology. 

In terms of organization, Interclean has dedicated zones for each of these segments to facilitate targeted exchanges and the discovery of relevant offers according to activities. 

This global approach is ideal for giving visitors a complete picture of the market and enabling them to identify solutions tailored to their specific challenges!

What you'll find at Interclean: innovations, solutions and industry trends

Interclean is first and foremost a a formidable showcase for the latest trends in professional cleaning. The show highlights concrete innovations designed to improve performance, service quality and working conditions.

Among the major trends observed appear :

  • robotization and automation of cleaning tasks;
  • connected solutions and the use of data;
  • intelligent resource management systems ; 
  • ergonomic equipment to enhance team safety and comfort;
  • environmentally-friendly products and approaches;
  • advances in sanitary hygiene and disinfection;
  • new approaches to building maintenance and management.

The show also offers a rich program of more than 100 conferences, demonstrations and interactive workshops. These highlights enable visitors to deepen their knowledge, take a step back, analyze changes in the sector and feed their strategic thinking.

Visit Amsterdam Innovation Awards are awarded to the most promising solutions on the market.

Taking part in Interclean means benefiting from a concentration of international expertise in a single location, with an eye to the future.

How can we fail to see this as a lever for accelerating our development?

Why visit Interclean if you run or are developing a cleaning business?

The question to ask is this: In a competitive and ever-changing environment, is it really possible to miss out on such an event? It's no secret that Interclean represents a strategic opportunity not to be missed by cleaning company directors and managers.

Visiting the show is all about access a complete watch on the latest offers, equipment and solutions available worldwide. It's also an opportunity to compare, question and anticipate market trends. Interclean Amsterdam is a veritable laboratory of ideas. It's teeming with innovations that can considerably improve the daily lives of cleaning companies and their teams! 

Interclean also encourages business development and professional networking. Meetings with other visitors, exhibitors and potential partners enable us to forge lasting relationships, identify new opportunities and better understand customer expectations. 

Finally, the show offers a strategic breathing time. By taking a step back from your business, drawing inspiration from observed practices and exchanging ideas with experts, it becomes easier to structure a clear, long-term vision for your company.

A single visit for multiple, substantial benefits!

Progiclean, a Groupe Senef brand, at Interclean: supporting the performance of cleaning companies

At the next edition of Interclean Amsterdam, Progiclean will be present on stand 05.519. The aim is not to make more promises, but to provide concrete answers to the issues observed in the field and during previous editions.

Developed by Groupe Senef, Progiclean is a solution designed to structure, manage and develop a cleaning and multiservice business. This 100 % web software centralizes all key processes: sales management, scheduling, service monitoring, invoicing, human resources and customer relations.

Our approach is fully in line with the dynamic promoted by Interclean. Organization, performance, service reliability and optimized working conditions are all subjects at the heart of the concerns of visitors to the show.

Progiclean responds to these challenges by offering a structuring system, a company capable of supporting the growth and transformation of cleaning companies. Its native integration with Silae simplifies payroll management, a strategic point in a sector heavily dependent on human resources.

Technological innovations aside, one thing is clear: a tool without in-depth knowledge of business issues is not enough. These are expertise, in-depth understanding of field practices and long-term support that turn a solution into a real performance driver.

Visit us on stand 05.519 at Interclean Amsterdam, from April 14 to 17, to find out how Progiclean is responding to the changing needs of the cleaning sector!

To contact us, click here: Marketing@groupesenef.com

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