Global investors are turning their attention to West Africa’s $668 billion infrastructure market as dmg events prepares to host two major exhibitions in Lagos focused on urban connectivity, sustainable development, and energy-efficient technologies.

The West Africa Infrastructure Expo and HVACR Nigeria, scheduled for April 7–9, 2026, will bring together government officials, investors, and industry leaders to explore opportunities in power supply, water and waste management, digital infrastructure, and sustainable urban solutions.

In a statement, dmg events said the exhibitions will serve as a platform for addressing critical infrastructure gaps in the region while showcasing advanced heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) technologies.

Matt Denton, President of dmg events, stressed that rapid urbanisation and climate change are reshaping development priorities across the region.

“With West Africa Infrastructure Expo and HVACR Nigeria, we are creating focused events that not only highlight the scale of opportunity but also address, in tandem, infrastructure development and climate-conscious technologies,” Denton said.

The Lagos Expo will spotlight key regional projects including the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Railway, the Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Highway, the Escravos Seaport Industrial Complex, and the Africa Data Centre in Accra. The event also aligns with Nigeria’s National Integrated Infrastructure Master Plan, which aims to raise infrastructure stock to 70 per cent of GDP by 2043.

Running alongside, HVACR Nigeria will target the surging demand for energy-efficient technologies in urban and industrial developments. Nigeria’s HVACR sector is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 8.78 per cent between 2025 and 2029, according to Statista Market Insights.

Organisers say the exhibitions will create opportunities for global solution providers and local businesses to strengthen collaboration, while supporting West Africa’s infrastructure expansion and sustainability agenda.