IAA Transportation 2026 will place the future of commercial vehicles and transport logistics at the centre of its conference programme, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, technology companies and startups to discuss the technologies transforming global mobility. Taking place from 15 to 18 September 2026, the conference will feature more than 100 sessions and over 200 speakers across three dedicated stages.
Discussions will focus on artificial intelligence, software-defined vehicles, autonomous driving, electrification, charging infrastructure, digital transformation, and climate-neutral transport solutions. Organisers report that presentation slots were booked within a short period, reflecting strong industry interest in the event.
The conference programme is designed to address the technological, economic and regulatory developments influencing the commercial vehicle industry, while encouraging collaboration between manufacturers, fleet operators, logistics providers, technology companies, government representatives and researchers.
The Main Stage, located in Hall 18, will host keynote presentations and panel discussions featuring senior executives, policymakers and industry experts. Confirmed speakers include Patrick Schnieder, German Federal Minister of Transport; Olaf Lies, Minister-President of Lower Saxony; Hildegard Müller, President of the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA); Antoine Duclaux, CEO of Renault Trucks; Martin Fischer, CEO of Forvia; Markus Mildner, CEO of Siemens eMobility; Arnd Franz, CEO of MAHLE; André Wehner, CIO of MAN Truck & Bus; Mathias Miedreich, CEO of ZF Friedrichshafen; Philipp von Hirschheydt, CEO of Aumovio; Jens Holtinger, CTO of Volvo Group; and other leading industry figures.
Alongside strategic discussions, the Industry Stage in Hall 13 will provide practical insights into emerging technologies and real-world applications. Exhibitors including Robert Bosch GmbH, Deloitte, McKinsey & Company, Milence, Opes Solar Mobility and Porsche Consulting will present developments in electric mobility, connected vehicles, digital manufacturing, logistics optimisation and transport infrastructure.
A new addition to this year’s programme is the prototype.club Stage in Hall 12, dedicated to innovation, entrepreneurship and emerging technologies. Hosted in partnership with prototype.club, the stage will feature startup presentations, expert discussions, networking sessions and a hackathon where multidisciplinary teams will develop solutions for current challenges facing commercial vehicles and logistics. Around 30 startups are expected to showcase new products, digital platforms and mobility technologies during the event.
Throughout the conference, speakers will examine how artificial intelligence, software platforms, electrification and digital connectivity are reshaping commercial transport while improving operational efficiency, reducing emissions and supporting long-term business competitiveness.
All conference sessions, except the opening ceremony, are included with an IAA Transportation 2026 visitor ticket, allowing attendees to access the full programme without purchasing a separate conference pass. Organisers will continue adding speakers and sessions in the lead-up to the event, further expanding one of the industry’s most comprehensive platforms for knowledge exchange, innovation and collaboration.
