SME2025 (Shanghai Metals Expo 2025), held by Shanghai Metals Market from November 24–25 in Shanghai, is a premier international gathering for the global metals and new energy value chain. The event will convene 1,000+ delegates from 30+ countries and regions, 100+ speakers, and 25+ exhibitors across three major forums.

SME2025 is a key global metals event, featuring forums on Copper, aluminium, Lead, Zinc, Tin, Nickel, as well as new energy and photovoltaic (PV) materials. The conference brings together industry leaders to share insights that empower attendees, with a focus on ESG, technological innovation, and supply chain restructuring. Discussions will explore how companies across the metals and energy sectors are responding to global challenges, including decarbonization, digital transformation, resource security and policy shifts, offering participants actionable perspectives and strategic connections.

Originally known as the SMM Metal Industry Annual Conference, the event has evolved into a week-long ecosystem blending forums, exhibitions, networking, and city-wide engagement. Its upgrade to SME2025 reflects the industry's growing scale, ambition, and international relevance—positioning Shanghai as a global hub for metals dialogue, innovation, and collaboration.