From April 21 to April 23, the 10th anniversary international exhibition of technologies for social adaptation and rehabilitation Integration was held at the Timiryazev Center in Moscow. The event brought together over 5,000 visitors, including industry professionals, non-profit foundations, and users of assistive technologies.
The organizer, the Russian exhibition company Expo Fusion, presented the largest exhibition in the project’s history, featuring more than 150 companies from Russia, Belarus, China, India, and the UAE. Among the most prominent exhibitors were major market players such as Motorica, METIZ Group, Antares, MPrOP, Tiflocenter Vertical, Express-Orto, Metallist, Vladimir Prosthetic and Orthopedic Enterprise, Armed, RehaTechnik, Ortho-Innovations, i3D Group, and others.
A record number of industry professionals and users of ready-made products attended the exhibition to explore the latest novelties in personal mobility devices and assistive technologies. Among the first visitors were officials from relevant ministries and government agencies, who actively engaged with the exhibition and its participants.
This year, the exhibition demonstrates an even greater scale both in its program and in the level of on-site activity. More than one hundred manufacturers from Russia and other countries are taking part. Integration brought together various sectors — from the social sphere, the rehabilitation community, and non-profit foundations to manufacturing companies supporting the modernization of regional infrastructure. For us, this creates a solid industry basis that enables the implementation of new initiatives, including those in cooperation with the Ministry of Industry and Trade and market participants
Dmitry Ligomina, Deputy Minister of Labour and Social Protection of Russia
This is my first time attending the Integration exhibition. Being here, you clearly realize something important: people need people. For the first time, the exhibition also features a stand by our Department’s Simulation Center. My colleagues held a master class where they explained the nuances of professional care for people with limited mobility and demonstrated techniques for safe bodymovement and feeding. These topics need to be discussed more often, and it is great to see more and more opportunities for this in our city!
Oksana Shalygina, Deputy Head of the Moscow Department of Labour and Social Protection
Protecting the rights of people with disabilities is one of Russia’s key priorities. The Integration exhibition showcases a wide range of domestic developments for people with disabilities. The presentation of bionic prostheses was particularly memorable — we strongly support the development of this field, as it benefits one of the most vulnerable groups in society, numbering over 11 million people. Our team is always ready to provide support to those in need, and even here at the exhibition we were glad to accept such a request.
Anton Kolokolov, Head of the Department for Analysis and Improvement of Social Legislation at the Office of the Human Rights Commissioner in the Russia
A comprehensive review of rehabilitation approaches was at the heart of the extensive program of the All-Russian Rehabilitation Technologies Forum. A key role in its organization was played by the exhibition’s general partner, The Roscongress Foundation, as well as the Accessible Environment media, the All-Russian Society of the Blind (VOS), the All-Russian Society of the Deaf (VOG), the All-Russian Society of Disabled People (VOI), the Defenders of the Homeland Foundation, the Preodolenie Center, and Motorica.
More than 100 speakers addressed highly relevant topics related to the development and use of advanced assistive technologies, the creation of accessible urban environments, and inclusive practices in education, healthcare, social protection, and employment for people with disabilities. The forum concluded with a discussion on cybathlon as a driver of the assistive technology industry. The program not only covered a wide range of topics but also brought together a large number of deeply engaged professionals, making Integration one of the key platforms for knowledge and experience exchange.
From the very first day, we have seen a significant increase in visitor numbers. This season, the sports and demonstration ground is fully booked, the business forum schedule is extremely dense, and the third day — dedicated to family and kids — is equally very rich. We would especially like to highlight the strengthening of our cooperation with colleagues from The Roscongress Foundation, whose expertise has greatly enriched the business program — from the job fair and strategic sessions on non-profit foundations to topics such as habilitation and career guidance for kids. Today, the Integration exhibition truly covers the full spectrum of important issues for people with disabilities and industry professionals.
Alexander Shainikov, CEO of the Expo Fusion
It has taken 10 years of consistent development to bring our project to the high level demonstrated during the three days of this anniversary edition. It is important to highlight both the more than 150 participating companies from five countries and the exceptionally rich program of the All-Russian Rehabilitation Technologies Forum, which brings together representatives of non-profit foundations, government bodies, businesses, and users of assistive technologies. The exhibition showcases a wide range of unique solutions designed specifically for people with disabilities — to make their lives easier and better, and to support their rehabilitation and social integration, including through adaptive sports.
Michael Shatov, Director of the Integration Exhibition
The organizers also placed strong emphasis on sports and demonstration activities. The venue hosted showcase performances in fencing, boccia, taekwondo, boxing, tennis, and para-karate, as well as master classes featuring guide dogs, adaptive fashion shows, wheelchair dancing, and much more — with the participation of organizations such as All-Russian Society of the Blind (VOS), the All-Russian Society of the Deaf (VOG), All-Russian Organization of Parents of Disabled Kids (VORDI), the Moscow Simulation Center, Cyberly, Second Wind, Ortho-Innovations, Steplife, and others.
Throughout the exhibition, a dedicated workshop space titled Doing What I Love was open for both adults and kids. Visitors and participants could play adaptive table hockey, engage in painting and tote bag customization, beadwork, floristry, soap making, and even learn magic tricks. Partners of this площадка included VOS, Direct Dialogue, Melfonik, the Preodolenie Rehabilitation Center, the Perspektiva Regional Public Organization of Disabled People, and the Russian Table Hockey Federation.
The 11th season of the international exhibition Integration will take place in April 2027.
Official social networks of the exhibition