at EY Headquarters Stuttgart Airport
Discover from the 06 to 07 October 2026 in the EY Headquarters at Stuttgart Airport pioneering technologies around Humanoid robots, digital twins and artificial intelligence.
IIC 2026 is the leading specialist conference for the digital transformation of your production planning. We bring experts and decision-makers together to make the latest developments in the industry tangible. You benefit from practical insights and test innovative solutions directly on site.
You can look forward to exciting content and practical experiences:
Keynotes and pitch sessions: Experience how humanoids and work planning supported by artificial intelligence can increase your efficiency.
Exclusive excursions: Visit the Mercedes-Benz plant in Sindelfingen on the first day and explore the Festo Experience Centre on the second day.
Networking: Exchange ideas with industry colleagues at our social dinner in the Platzhirsch brewery pub on the evening of the first day of the conference.
Experience how humanoid robots and AI-supported production planning open up new potential and increase your productivity. Be one of the first to utilise these opportunities and stay ahead of the competition.
Make informed investment decisions based on practical insights, live demos and concrete recommendations for action on humanoid robots, AI and software-centred production planning.
Practical insights from speakers from companies such as NVIDIA and Festo and exciting impressions from exhibitors such as Siemens and Ottobock. Get exclusive insider knowledge from successful players on the global market.
Recognise future trends and secure competitive advantages while networking with over 200 participants from industry, research and education from a wide range of sectors.
More to follow.
Welcome Coffee & Networking
Dr Adrian Reisch (EY), Dr Lars Fritzsche (IMK) & Holger Hämmerle (EKS)
Björn Weidenmüller (T-Systems), NVIDIA & Wandelbots
Dr Martin Enders (Schäffler) & Dr Miriam Schleipen (EKS)
Moderation: Dr Lars Fritzsche
With the opportunity to visit the exhibition
domeba, EDAG, EY, MTM & others
domeba, EDAG, EY, MTM & others
With the opportunity to visit the exhibition
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Mercedes-Benz Sindelfingen plant + Platzhirsch brewery pub in Böblingen
Welcome Coffee & Networking
Kevin Maximilian Kron (Boston Dynamics)
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Dr Adrian Reisch (EY), Dr Lars Fritzsche (IMK), Holger Hämmerle (EKS) & guests
With the opportunity to visit the exhibition
Software highlights including new AI features will be presented in workshops
Dr Adrian Reisch (EY), Dr Lars Fritzsche (IMK) & Holger Hämmerle (EKS)
With the opportunity to visit the exhibition
The language of the event is German. Some of the presentations will be in English. Documents will be made available digitally after approval by the speaker.
At the EY European Industrials AI Innovation Hub in Stuttgart, companies test AI technologies such as Industrial Metaverse and Physical AI. There are 20+ immersive demos with 140 use cases on 200 square metres. Prototypes are created in the Ideas Arena with partners such as Microsoft & Nvidia.
Bring the first day of the conference to a relaxed close in the special atmosphere of the Braugaststätte Platzhirsch. Use this evening for valuable networking, in-depth discussions on the impressions of the conference and the establishment of new contacts with industry colleagues.
Two exclusive excursions await you: on the first day, experience the interaction between humans and robots in modern vehicle production at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Sindelfingen. On the second day, you will deepen your knowledge of pneumatic and electrical automation solutions with practical applications at the Festo Experience Centre.
| Prices1 | Regular | Reduced 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Early Bird price (until 31.07.2026) | 490,00€ | 390,00€ |
| Normal price (from 01/08/2026) | 590,00€ | 490,00€ |
1) All prices are exclusive of VAT.
2) Students, doctoral students, university members & research institutions - proof must be provided when booking the discounted ticket (e.g. student ID)
The participation fee refers to participation in the main and supporting programme of IIC 2026 and includes attendance at the presentations and the Partner Lounge including refreshments during breaks and lunch on 6 and 7 October 2026 as well as participation in the evening event on 6 October 2026.
Arrival and departure as well as any overnight stays are to be organised by the participants themselves and at their own expense.
Location:
EY Headquarters Stuttgart Airport | Flughafenstraße 61|70629 Stuttgart | www.ey.com/
As most of the hotels in Stuttgart are already fully booked for the period of the event, we have put together a special offer for you. exclusive contingent reserved at a special price.
If you prefer to stay close to the location of the evening event in the Platzhirsch brewery pub, we recommend the offers in Sindelfingen. The Mövenpick is particularly interesting for participants who want to stay close to the airport and the venue.
If you would like to use this contingent, simply book under the Keyword „IIC 2026“ at the Erikson Hotel or the Mövenpick Hotel (see above).
For the Holiday Inn Express in Sindelfingen you can also use the following link for a direct booking.
At the same time as IIC 2026, the Motek trade fair will open directly on the neighbouring exhibition grounds their gates. Take advantage of this ideal opportunity and combine your participation in our conference with a visit to the trade fair in order to Further valuable impulses for your company.
To give you a better idea of what to expect at IIC 2026, let's take a quick look back at IIC 2025. In keeping with the Capital of Culture year, more than 200 participants came to Chemnitz last year to discuss the future of digital factory planning, innovative technology and production. From cognitive robots and AI-supported automation to inspiring pitches and an unforgettable social dinner, there was something for everyone. Find out more click here in our blog.
You can get a more detailed impression of the IIC 2025 in our review video:
