Focus on Key Technologies
The special displays at HANNOVER MESSE 2026 will highlight specific technologies within clearly defined topic areas. These displays will highlight forward-looking fields, connect key players, and provide guidance. This thematic concentration will create spaces where trends can be experienced and new ideas for technology and the market can emerge.
Automation & Digitalization
Overview of Sepcial Displays
5G & Industrial Wireless
The "5G & Industrial Wireless Arena" is Europe’s largest platform for industrial wireless technologies. Focus areas include wireless technologies like 5G, 6G, NBIoT and beyond. Positioned right next to Robotics, IT/OT Security and Defense, it attracts highly relevant professionals from industry, IT, and automation. Decision-makers experience the future of industrial communication firsthand – from autonomous systems to smart networks.
Hall 26 | IIoT, Wireless & Cloud
Additive Manufacturing
The "AM Solutions Center" brings together providers of additive manufacturing and innovative materials for industrial production and engineering solutions. Exhibitors represent the entire additive manufacturing process chain: Technology and material suppliers, users of new production processes, and research and consulting firms. Visitors can experience firsthand how additive manufacturing is a key technology for mechanical engineering and many other industries.
Hall 17 | Industrial Supply & Engineering Solutions
Digital Business & Operations
This group pavilion focuses on ERP, MES, PLM, and CRM solutions. Exhibitors present digital systems that make manufacturing processes more efficient, connected, and transparent. Visitors looking to future-proof their production IT gain insights into applications that optimize planning, control, and analysis – accelerating digital transformation.
Hall 15 | Industrial Software
Embedded Systems
The "Embedded Park" centers on embedded systems, edge computing, software, and electronic components. Visitors discover the latest products and technologies in direct exchange with providers. Its proximity to robotics, IT, and automation creates a highly attractive environment for intensive business contacts.
Hall 27 | Automation Systems & Components
Craft & Hightech
The Craft & Hightech group pavilion highlights the innovative strength of industrial supply. Companies present complex system solutions and high-tech products – from additive manufacturing and lightweight construction to circular economy. Visitors experience supplier technologies "Made in Germany", which are in demand worldwide for advanced applications.
Hall 17 | Industrial Supply & Engineering Solutions
Industrial Security
At the "Industrial Security Circus", practical IT/OT security solutions take center stage. Experts provide insights into cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, and NIS-2, showcasing innovative applications for industry. Under the motto “Connected Security in Motion”, deep technological expertise meets real-world use cases. Visitors can expect expert talks, showcases, and training sessions – a central meeting point for those rethinking and implementing industrial security.
Hall 26 | IT/OT Security
Circular Economy
The "Circular Solutions Pavilion" is dedicated to recycling, resource efficiency, and the industrial circular economy. Exhibitors present circular materials, recycling technologies, and regenerative system approaches. Visitors discover solutions that reduce material usage, promote sustainability, and make supply chains more resilient. The stand positions circular economy as a key element of modern industrial production.
Hall 17 | Industrial Supply & Engineering Solutions
Lightweight Construction
Lightweight construction is a trendsetter and innovation driver in the industrial supply sector. Demand is rising across industries, from automotive to energy. At the "Lightweight Construction Pavilion", exhibitors will showcase new materials, energy-efficient and resource-efficient technologies, and innovative designs. Highlight exhibits, live demonstrations, and project studies demonstrate how lightweight solutions save energy, increase resilience, and promote sustainability.
Hall 17 | Industrial Supply & Engineering Solutions
Predictive Maintenance & Machine Learning
Predictive maintenance and machine learning are key technologies for the future of industrial servicing. At this group pavilion, companies present solutions that increase efficiency, reliability, and competitiveness. Visitors experience practical applications for predictive maintenance – avoiding downtime, reducing costs, and intelligently optimizing production processes.
Hall 27 | Automation Systems & Components
Production Technology for Defense
In cooperation with DSEI Germany, the Defence Production Area showcases how modern production technologies support the security and defense industry, from batch size 1 to full-scale manufacturing. Key topics include automation, digitalization, data integration, traceability, IT/OT security, and AI-driven quality assurance. Visitors experience concrete solutions, and exhibitors benefit from high visibility, targeted campaigns, and direct access to key decision-makers.
Hall 26 | Automation & Digitalization
Robotics, Logistics & Automation
The “Application Park” offers a unique trade fair experience within HANNOVER MESSE. With its clear focus on robotics, logistics, and automation, as well as the cross-industry interaction of technologies, Application Park offers maximum visibility in a vibrant innovation landscape. It is the ideal platform for direct access to decision-makers and the ideal stage for demonstrating technologies in a practical setting.
Hall 26 | Robotics & Assembly Automation / Production Logistics
Sensors & Measurement Technology
Sensors and measurement technology are key enablers of smart manufacturing. At the “Solution Center Smart Sensors and Measurement Technology” exhibitors showcase systems for process analysis, level, pressure, ultrasound, temperature, and AI-driven applications. Visitors learn how real-time data improves efficiency and quality – and how sensors enable seamless integration of AI. A central top theme of the fair.
Hall 27 | Automation Systems & Components
Energy & Industrial Infrastructure
Hydrogen & Fuel Cells
“Hydrogen + Fuel Cells EUROPE” is Europe’s leading platform for hydrogen and fuel cell technologies. It covers the entire value chain – from electrolysis through compression, storage, and distribution to applications. The pavilion brings together leading companies and experts with industry, policymakers, and investors, playing a key role in the transition to sustainable energy.
Hall 11 | Hydrogen Technologies
Research & Technology Transfer
Quantum Technologies
The Quantum Technologies group pavilion showcases the industrial applications of quantum computing, quantum communication, and quantum sensing. The focus is on solutions that provide increased computing power for automation, materials development, artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and energy, enabling complex simulations, improving data security, and optimizing measurement systems. Exhibitors benefit from direct interaction with industry leaders, researchers, and startups from around the world.
Hall 11 | Research & Innovation Transfer
Startup Area
The Startup Area connects young companies with established industrial firms, research institutions, and investors.. With pitches, networking, and events, it is the stage for new alliances. Startups can initiate pilot projects, present solutions for production and automation, and thus demonstrate concrete added value. At the same time, opportunities arise for financing, cooperation, and strategic partnerships that accelerate market entry and business expansion.
Hall 11 | Research & Innovation Transfer
Specials
FEMWORX
The FEMWORX career congress is one of the most successful networking and discussion events for women when it comes to diversity, career advancement, sustainability and new working environments and is at the top of the agenda for many companies. Industry in particular needs more women from STEM fields in management positions.
Convention Center (CC) | 23 + 24 April
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