Hannover Messe 2026
20 - 24 Apr 2026
Hannover Messe 2026, the world's leading industrial trade fair, is scheduled for April 20–24, 2026, in Hannover, Germany. Under the lead theme "Think Tech Forward," the event focuses on how companies can transform current global pressures—such as rising costs and competition—into competitive advantages through technological innovation.
Core Focus & Themes
The 2026 edition centers on the industrial transformation across three main pillars:
Automation & Digitalization: Integrating software and hardware to create data-driven manufacturing and digitalized supply chains.
Energy & Industrial Infrastructure: Operationalizing the energy transition through hydrogen technologies, energy storage, and smart grids.
Research & Technology Transfer: Bridging the gap between laboratory research and scalable industrial applications.
Key Highlights for 2026
Artificial Intelligence (AI): AI is a central thread running through all halls, focusing on practical applications in manufacturing, from autonomous robots to generative AI.
New Defense Production Area: A first-time dedicated space in Hall 26 for modern production technologies tailored to the security and defense industry.
Partner Country Brazil: Brazil will showcase its leadership in green energy, decarbonization, and sustainable industrial practices.
Restructured Layout: The fair will feature a revamped thematic architecture and a new "Center Stage" in Hall 24 to better guide visitors through innovations.
16 Apr 2026
Belden Unveils World's First 5G Industrial Switch Powered by Qualcomm at Hannover Messe
Belden Inc. (NYSE: BDC), a leading global provider of complete connection solutions, is showcasing a groundbreaking demonstration of the world's first 5G industrial switch specifically designed for use on the factory floor. The BRS-5G industrial switch powered by Qualcomm Technologies will be unveiled as a concept April 20-24, 2026 at Hannover Messe, the world’s leading trade fair for the manufacturing industry.