About VirtualExpo Group
For over 25 years, VirtualExpo has connected industrial manufacturers with millions of qualified buyers through six industry-specific digital platforms — helping companies grow internationally and boost visibility worldwide.
2000
Launch of the first platform DirectIndustry
7.4M
Monthly buyers worldwide
6
Specialized B2B platforms
25+
Years of B2B expertise
Partner Network
Reliable industry connections
i-NOVO
Awards Program
Driving Global Visibility for Industrial Manufacturers
VirtualExpo Group operates 6 specialized B2B digital marketplaces, connecting manufacturers and distributors with professional buyers around the globe. By combining targeted SEO, multilingual support, international reach, and qualified buyer traffic, we help companies grow internationally, increase visibility, and accelerate business opportunities.
“Our goal is to not only help clients get listed, but to make sure they are seen and remembered. That means strategic branding, localized messaging, and performance analytics.”
— Vincent Gérard, VirtualExpo’s CEO
Building Specialized Marketplaces Since the 1990s
Founded in the 90s by Corentin Thiercelin, VirtualExpo has evolved from a local startup in Marseille into a global leader in specialized marketplaces.
1990s
Foundation of VirtualExpo in Marseille, France
2000
Launch of DirectIndustry, our first specialized industrial marketplace
2015
Inaugural edition of the i‑NOVO Awards, recognizing industrial innovation
2018
Expansion into the Chinese market through a Sino-French joint venture
2020
Partnership with JETRO to develop international digital pavilions
VirtualExpo i-NOVO Awards: Recognizing Innovation
VirtualExpo is the organizer of the i-NOVO Awards, an international innovation awards program celebrating excellence in sustainability, design, and technology. Categories include Aerospace, Agriculture, Architecture, Industry, Medical, and Boating.
These awards are decided by a combination of industry expert panels and public voting, with over 23,800 global votes cast in 2024.
In 2024, winners included:
Trusted Institutional Partnerships Worldwide
VirtualExpo collaborates with institutional and industry partners to create digital pavilions and collective showcases. These partnerships enhance the credibility and visibility of companies worldwide.
Featured partners include:
