EVENT PREVIEW
Trade show scope
■ Metal machining
■ Tools
■ Industrial metrology
■ Metal / plastic working
■ Lasers
■ Welding
■ Foundry and metallurgy
■ Industrial robots and manipulators
■ Industrial automation
■ Pneumatics, hydraulics, drives
■ Machining / surface technologies
■ Additive technologies
■ Industrial safety
■ Software.
Key figures for ITM 2025
■ 14,673 visitors
■ 738 exhibitors
■ 24 countries represented by exhibitors
■ 7 conference stages.
Themed exhibitions
AUTOMA – Automation, Robotics and Pneumatics.
MACH-TOOL – Machine Tools.
SURFEX – Surface Treatment Technology.
WELDING – Welding Innovation.
The future in focus
“ In 2026, the topic of artificial intelligence in industry will be strongly highlighted— we expect it to be a programme hit. We are also continuing the success of the European Science Fair, which will bring together research institutes, universities, technology startups and businesses in one inspiring space,” added Anna Lemańska-Kramer, deputy director of the ITM trade show.
“ Companies that effectively implement innovations, optimise processes and respond to new customer expectations will strengthen their competitive position. Progressive digitalisation will be extremely important— the development of AI solutions, edge computing and MES / SCADA systems will support the modernisation of machinery. In addition, the green transformation is crucial i. e. the emphasis on energy efficiency and the Circular Economy( CE), which will force design changes in machines and devices. We
The DEMOBUS zone.
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