The Future of Smart Cities to Converge at CITYNEXT on January 28-30, 2027
ISTANBUL – VENDIST, the industry’s leading hub for vending technologies, is shaping the future through a visionary brand transformation. By integrating the vending industry with the digital backbone of urban life, the organization is preparing to open its doors as CITYNEXT – Vending and Smart City Solutions Exhibition on January 28-30, 2027..
A New Era in the ATRAX Ecosystem: Holistic Urban Living
Integrated with the powerful “Urban Wellness” and active city concept of the ATRAX ecosystem, CITYNEXT is positioned not merely as a product showcase but as a strategic commercial ecosystem where technology, efficiency, and human-centric service intersect. Blending traditional vending concepts with the “Smart City” discipline, the exhibition brings a wide spectrum under one roof—from self-service retail solutions and AI-powered vending machines to contactless payment systems and autonomous urban infrastructures.
“Cities Are Now Dynamic Organisms”
In a statement from the organizing committee, the strategic importance of this transformation was highlighted:
“Cities are no longer just made of concrete and residential areas; they are dynamic organisms that breathe through technology, are managed by data, and live through automation. By evolving VENDIST into CITYNEXT, we have made vending technologies an integral part of the urban fabric. Our goal is to unite the professionals building seamless, smart, and sustainable service models into a global network.”
Focus Areas of CITYNEXT 2027
Taking place at the Istanbul Expo Center on January 28-30, the event will lead the industry across these key pillars:
- Vending and Self-Service Technologies: The latest innovations in automated retail.
- AI and Autonomous Systems: Next-generation smart vending machines that learn user habits and manage inventory through data analytics.
- Smart City Integration: Self-service points integrated into urban furniture and smart solution hubs in public spaces.
- Fintech and Payment Technologies: Secure and fast financial solutions ranging from biometric payments to blockchain-based systems.
- Sustainability and Energy: Green technologies with high energy efficiency and low carbon footprints.
- B2B Commercial Network: A unique collaboration platform for manufacturers, software developers, municipalities, local governments, retail giants, and investors.
The Industry’s New Roadmap Drawn in Istanbul
By gathering technology pioneers and visionary investors in the heart of Istanbul, CITYNEXT will offer the most tangible solutions for the “living cities” of the future. Transforming stakeholders into technology partners, this platform is set to become one of the most significant milestones in the global smart city journey..
About ATRAX-CITYNEXT
ATRAX is an international trade platform that guides the transformation of cities into centers of attraction. Under the banners of ATTRACTION, AQUALAND, ARENA, and CITYNEXT, it brings together a vast ecosystem ranging from entertainment and recreation facilities to future urban technologies. Set across 6 halls and 65,000 sqm, ATRAX connects manufacturers, investors, and public decision-makers, offering a robust business development platform for innovative urban projects.
CITYNEXT represents the smart city, digitalization, and commerce dimensions of this ecosystem; it brings together innovations that make urban life more accessible, efficient, and integrated under the ATRAX umbrella.