This year’s Eplan Next26 is breaking new ground with the launch of an entirely new event format – a global festival for visionaries, decision-makers, and engineering professionals from across industries. Under the inspiring theme “Where Industry Meets Tomorrow,” Eplan will bring together an international community at Cavalluna Park in Munich, Germany, on 20–21 May 2026.
More than 1,200 participants including component and machine manufacturers, plant operators, and sector experts will gather with a shared goal, to shape the future of industrial automation and engineering.
Far more than a conventional conference, Eplan Next26 combines inspiring keynotes, interactive Future Lab sessions, practical Best Practice talks, hands-on Master Classes, live demos, and immersive experiences to create a truly dynamic festival atmosphere where engineering comes to life.
Exclusive First Look: Platform 2027 and AI Innovations
One of the biggest highlights will be an exclusive preview of Eplan Platform 2027, a major milestone that will be unveiled for the first time in Munich. Attendees will also see the debut of two exciting new innovations:
- Eplan Copilot – an AI-powered assistant designed to take engineering intelligence to the next level.
- Eplan Smart Sourcing – a new solution that automates and optimizes component procurement using data-driven processes.
Learn, Experience, and Exchange Ideas
Eplan’s Master Classes are another major attraction, offering actionable insights and real-world takeaways. Topics include:
- Smart control cabinet design from engineering to production
- Accelerating project delivery through efficient engineering automation
- Automated data processing and workflow optimization
- Machine wiring based on the digital twin
- Product structuring for scalable, reusable design templates
The Industry’s Leading Names – All in One Place
Running alongside the festival, a specialized trade show will host over twenty Eplan partners showcasing their solutions.
Industry giants such as ABB, Eaton, Lapp, Phoenix Contact, Rittal, Rockwell Automation, Siemens, and Weidmüller will be present, offering live demos, workflow insights, and opportunities for one-on-one discussions.
Eplan Next26 promises to be a meeting point for the brightest minds and boldest ideas where technology, collaboration, and innovation come together to define the next chapter of engineering.
Leadership Comment
Eplan Vice President Customer Journey Jan Fleming explains: “Eplan Next26 isn’t just an event – it will be an experience for everyone who is shaping the future of engineering. Our goal is to bring together people from around the world who are advancing industrial developments. Our users get specific ideas to accelerate and simplify their processes – and decision-makers gain new orientation, hear about the latest trends and get clear signals for setting the strategic advancement of their companies.”
“With Eplan Next26, we’re establishing a completely new format for our international engineering community,” says Eplan CEO Sebastian Seitz. “Premier speakers from Siemens and DMG Mori, as well as Eaton China, will be joining us in Munich. Our attendees will be getting exclusive insights into processes and technologies that will be shaping industrial advancements in the coming years.”
As Jan Fleming says: “We’re not just going to be talking about the future in Munich – we’ll be experiencing it live and in person. A new chapter is beginning with the Eplan Platform 2027, AI support and smart data and processes. Showcasing these innovations live for the first time will make Eplan Next26 a true milestone.”
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