March 2026

5March

05.03.2026

Erfurt, Germany

Technology day

Audio Intelligence for Production

This specialist event will provide practical demonstrations of how acoustic sensor technology and AI-based systems are used in production processes to achieve early fault detection, automated quality assurance, and process optimization, for example. Participants from areas such as quality assurance, welding and milling technology, sensor technology, and automation are expected to attend, with a particular focus on the metalworking industry.

10March

10.03.2026 - 11.03.2026

Friedrichshafen, Germany

trade fair

All About Automation Friedrichshafen

At All About Automation trade shows, experts discuss automation solutions for today and tomorrow. With a practical approach and from engineer to engineer, the focus is on specific projects and finding the best solution for each individual.

18March

18.03.2026 - 18.03.2026

Frankfurt am Main

Trade Fair

Meorga MSR Special Trade Fair 2026

Meorga is hosting a trade fair for measurement, control, and automation technology at the Jahrhunderthalle in Frankfurt am Main.

Around 150 specialist companies, including leading industry representatives, will present their range of services, devices, systems, and current trends in automation. The trade fair offers practical specialist presentations that provide comprehensive information on the state of the art in MSR technology. Regional contacts from the exhibitors will be available for solution-oriented technical discussions in order to establish new contacts and maintain existing ones.

24March

24.03.2026 - 26.03.2026

Stuttgart, Germany

trade fair

Logimat

LogiMAT - International Trade Fair for Intralogistics Solutions and Process Management

24March

24.03.2026 - 26.03.2026

Düsseldorf, Germany

Messe

Xponential Europe 2026

The trade fair will be held under the patronage of Federal Minister of Transport Patrick Schnieder, who will open the event with a keynote speech on March 24. The trade fair emphasizes the importance of autonomous technologies for Europe's mobility and innovative strength. A new feature is the partnership with the German Armed Forces, which highlights the topic of defense in the context of autonomous systems.

April 2026

22April

22.04.2026 - 23.04.2026

Aachen, Germany

Messe

International Electrical Steel Sheet Summit (IESSS)

The International Electrical Steel Sheet Summit (IESSS) will take place on April 22–23, 2026, in Aachen and is a global meeting for experts from across the entire value chain of the electrical steel industry. Participants can learn about high-performance electric motors, mobility solutions, and energy systems. The event will feature discussions on innovations in steel grades, manufacturing processes, and digitalization. There will be networking opportunities and an exhibition on technologies and trends in the electrical steel industry.

May 2026

5May

05.05.2026 - 07.05.2026

Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Trade Fair

Optatec 2026

The 17th Optatec, the international trade fair for optical technologies, components, and systems, will take place in Frankfurt am Main from May 5 to 7, 2026. This event brings together manufacturers and users of optical technology and image processing every two years.

The supporting program includes the “Photonics Talks” and the presentation of the Photonics Frontiers Award 2026.

20May

20.05.2026 - 21.05.2026

Stuttgart, Germany

specialist event

Control-Expert Days

Control-Expert Days is a two-day specialist event focusing on quality assurance, industry knowledge, and technological innovations—compact, neutral, and always at the cutting edge. This high-caliber gathering of experts offers practical presentations, an accompanying exhibition, and valuable exchanges between peers.

20May

20.05.2026 - 21.05.2026

Graz, Austria

Conference

chii2026

chii2026 is a two-day conference that brings together experts from photonics, vision, and AI to discuss hyperspectral imaging in industry, biomedicine, and defense. The extensive program offers 42 presentations, 7 sessions, 3 keynotes, 7 matchmaking sessions, and a partner exhibition. Experts will share their knowledge of sensor technologies, AI-supported data analysis, and system design. The event covers applications in recycling, agriculture, healthcare, and defense. Participants will have the opportunity to network, exchange knowledge, and learn about current industry trends. Registration is required.