Hannover Messe 2026, Automation, Industrial AI, Energy and Tech Fair

More Impact. More Dialogue. More Business., HANNOVER MESSE 2026

20 – 24 April 2026 | Messegelände Hannover, Germany

HANNOVER MESSE 2026 anchors its positioning on connected, integrated and future-oriented industrial key technologies, with a structured thematic framework that covers the entire industrial value chain. The fair is divided into core thematic clusters, a highlighted key topic, and special curated displays, all designed to drive targeted technical exchange and industrial synergy. Below is the full breakdown of the official topics for HM26:

Automation & Digitalization

The cornerstone of industrial transformation, this cluster brings together the latest solutions redefining smart manufacturing, with a focus on seamless connectivity and intelligent operation across the entire production lifecycle:

• Automation Systems & Components

• IIoT, Wireless & Cloud

• Industrial Software

• Industrial Supply & Engineering Solutions

• IT/OT Security

• Production Logistics

• Production Technology for Defense

• Robotics & Assembly Automation

Key Topic: Industrial AI

As the flagship focus of HM26, Industrial AI takes center stage to showcase live demonstrations of cutting-edge, industry-ready technologies—spanning autonomous robots to generative AI applications. This key topic spotlights how AI is redefining industrial processes, optimizing operational efficiency and setting new global standards for smart manufacturing innovation.

Energy & Industrial Infrastructure

Addressing the core demand for sustainable and efficient industrial development, this cluster converges solutions for low-carbon transition and robust infrastructure building, powering the future of green industry:

• Energy Infrastructure & Storage Technologies

• Hydrogen Technologies

• Power Engineering & Energy Automation

Research & Technology Transfer

Bridging the gap between R&D breakthroughs and industrial application, this thematic area fosters innovation exchange and entrepreneurial growth, fueling the next wave of industrial development:

• Research & Innovation Transfer

• Startups

Special Displays

Curated to highlight diverse industrial value and inclusive development, the Special Displays segment features targeted exhibits and interactive platforms that extend the reach of industrial collaboration and innovation:

• Special Displays

• International Trade & Investment

• FEMWORX: A dedicated platform championing gender diversity in the industrial and tech sectors, fostering the development and exchange of female talent in engineering and manufacturing.

For further information, please follow website: https://www.hannovermesse.de/en