Hannover Messe launches call for participation

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October 7, 2025 – Hannover Messe 2026 offers a wide range of opportunities to participate in new formats and content. The aim is to connect exhibitors and visitors in a targeted way and foster exchange on innovation, technology and industry trends. The focus is on inspiring presentations, practical masterclasses, speed dating and roundtables. Interested exhibitors can submit contributions until January 30, 2026.

The new solution labs in halls 11, 12 and 26 will form a thematic cluster for the upcoming Hannover Messa, with a focus on interactive forums. Designed for practical dialogue and expert exchange, these forums host curated sessions where leading experts from the industry, research and startup scenes collaborate on specific solutions and refine innovative ideas.

Hall 24’s new center stage will serve as a global platform for visionaries, decision makers and innovators. We spotlight the industry’s most important future topics, from Industry 4.0 and artificial intelligence to energy solutions, sustainable production and mobility. The agenda includes international keynotes, panel discussions, live demonstrations, and startup pitches.

About Hannover Metz

Hannover Messe is the world’s leading trade fair for the industry. Around 4,000 exhibiting companies from the electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, digital and energy sectors will come together to present solutions for a competitive and sustainable industry. The main exhibition areas are automation and digitalization, energy and industrial infrastructure, and research and technology transfer. The topic of artificial intelligence is a common thread that runs through all exhibition areas. A diverse conference program enhances the fair. The next edition will be held in Hannover from April 20th to 24th, 2026. Brazil is a partner country.

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