EKO-LAS 2025 has come to an end!
The largest forestry industry event in Poland once again confirmed its position as the central hub for exchanging knowledge and experience. Over three days, nearly 8,200 participants attended EKO-LAS 2025. On 23 hectares of exhibition space, more than 120 companies from 10 countries showcased their offerings, while the event program featured machinery demonstrations, competitions, and accompanying attractions.
Ceremonial Opening
The first day began with an opening ceremony set in a forested backdrop, during which the 6th MTP Group Golden Medals were awarded – prestigious honors for the most innovative products showcased at the fair. The audience also voted for the Consumer Choice Golden Medal, which was awarded to the TCi® 1165 harvester from Tigercat Industries Inc., submitted by AUROX FORESTRY MACHINERY.
Industry Leaders and Machinery in Action
At EKO-LAS 2025, visitors had the opportunity to watch daily machinery demonstrations in a natural forest setting – harvesters, forwarders, logging trailers, and specialized equipment for timber transport. Among the more than 120 exhibitors were global brands such as John Deere, Komatsu, Rottne, Ponsse, EcoLog, Vimek, Novotny, and TCI, as well as Polish industry leaders, including Fao-Far and Waryński. Leading manufacturers and importers of superstructures and transport equipment were also present, including MHS Mikulski, Hydro-Fast, Zasław, Wielton, Extendo, Januszki, Schwarzmuller, Benalu, Max Trailer, and Kraker.
Professionals could also explore the Stihl chainsaw exhibition and a wide range of attachments and accessories. In total, the fair attracted 8,173 participants, confirming EKO-LAS’s position as a key industry event in Poland that unites the professional community, promotes innovation, and supports the development of modern forestry.
Special Events
On the second day, the finals of the Polish Forwarder Operators Championship took place, where the top eight advanced from a field of 24 competitors. The title of Polish Champion was won by Patryk Szczawiński, with Michał Koziński taking second place and Łukasz Kieloch finishing third.
A new feature of this year’s edition was the Saturday Strongman competition, organized as part of Trucker’s Day. The top athlete was Grzegorz Strykowski, who claimed first place, followed by Grzegorz Piskorski in second and Adam Karbownik in third. The special guest was the decorated athlete Grzegorz Szymański – multiple medalist in the Polish Strongman Championships and European Vice-Champion.
The event also featured an outdoor sculpture workshop, culminating on the final day of the fair. Visitors had the opportunity to admire the artworks created by artists over the three days of the exhibition.
See You at the Anniversary Edition!
We are already inviting you to the 20th edition of the EKO-LAS fair, which will take place in 2027. On the occasion of this milestone, the event also received a new logo, symbolizing the modern face of the forestry industry. We would like to thank all visitors, exhibitors, guests, event partners, and our long-time friends – it is thanks to you that our fair was so special!
Thank you, and see you in 2027!