From autonomous robotic systems to generative AI: Artificial intelligence is fundamentally transforming industrial value chains. From April 20–24, HANNOVER MESSE 2026 will present technological innovations for mechanical engineering, the electrical, digital, and energy industries under the guiding theme “START · MOVE · FOLLOW”—with the goal of creating a high-performance yet sustainable industry. As the world’s leading trade fair for the manufacturing industry, HANNOVER MESSE 2026 relies on a clearly structured thematic architecture that promotes professional exchange and opens up business opportunities.
Energy project EILE – experience it live at the exhibition stand
fortiss will be represented at the joint booth of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), showcasing its latest research and development projects.
The focus is on the EILE project, which helps industrial companies make their energy consumption transparent, identify flexibilities, and make informed decisions for energy management and automation. Visitors will gain direct insights into practical applications, experience simulation models and OpenEMS-based software components in action, and learn how research results are effectively transferred into industrial practice.
Through its presence at the fair, fortiss actively invites decision-makers to explore concrete solutions for energy efficiency, process optimization, and sustainable production, and to engage directly with its experts.
Why a visit is worthwhile:
- You will see how energy consumption and load profiles in production become transparent
- You will identify flexibilities and optimization potential in your processes
- You will receive concrete solution approaches for regulatory requirements
- You will experience, in a practical way, how data-driven energy strategies increase your competitiveness and resilience
On site: professional exchange with experts
At the exhibition stand, Dr. Markus Duchon, Head of the Competence Field Architectures and Services for Critical Infrastructures and Project Lead EILE, as well as Dr. Wolfgang Köhler, Head of fortiss Mittelstand, will be available for discussions. Both provide insights into practical use cases, technical solution approaches, and ways to transfer research results into industrial practice.
