Program & Topics - HANNOVER MESSE 2026
CFO Roundtable
April 20th 2026 l 11:00 am - 01:00 pm, Language: German
Technologies, rising cost pressure and increasing regulatory requirements are fundamentally reshaping the role of CFOs. At the same time, the strategic use of data is becoming a decisive lever for efficiency, transparency, effective steering and sustainable growth.
Together, with our experts and your CFO colleagues from the manufacturing industry, we will discuss how CFOs can actively shape technological change and turn them into concrete opportunities for their companies. Our CFO Roundtable will provide a practical exchange of experiences in a trusting atmosphere.
Target group: CFOs in manufacturing, automotive and electrical industries as well as the energy sector
Cyber Security Roundtable
April 21st 2026 l 11:00 am - 01:00 pm, Language: English
Cyber threats are increasing rapidly - in IT, OT and IoT environments. At the same time, new regulations such as NIS2 and the Cyber Resilience Act are increasing the pressure on companies. As a result, security strategies need to be rethought and implemented holistically in order to reliably protect complex technologies and processes.
Engage in an open and trusted setting with leading experts to explore these developments, share insights on current challenges, and discuss forward-looking solutions.
Target group: Experts in cyber security, IT security, production and Industry 4.0
Legal Roundtable
April 21st 2026 l 01:30 pm - 03:45 pm,
Language: German
Together with our experts and leading managers from industry legal and compliance departments, we would like to focus in particular on the growing demands on in-house legal teams. Topics such as trade compliance, export control, sanctions law and legal issues in the defence environment are increasingly presenting legal departments with complex regulatory, organizational and strategic challenges. Against this background, we would like to discuss practical solutions, best practices and current developments and create space for an open professional exchange.
Guided Tours: KPMG x SAP
April 22nd and April 23rd 2026 l 10:00 am - 11:30 am, Language: English/German
Experience the unique combination of KPMG's deep industry and technical expertise and SAP's leading capabilities. Together, KPMG and SAP demonstrate how practical Al creates measurable value for clients and drives meaningful progress in the business transformation. The tour begins at 10:00 am with Coffee & Chat at the KPMG booth, followed by a short impulse talk and the opportunity to explore our use cases. From 11:00 am, the tour continues at the SAP booth, where you will gain exciting insights into modern Al applications.
Guided Tours: KPMG x ServiceNow
April 22nd and April 23rd 2026 l 01:30 pm - 02:30 pm, Language: English
KPMG and ServiceNow combine modern workflow technology with industry and functional expertise to sustainably, efficiently, and resiliently transform industrial companies. Together, we support organizations in making their IT/OT processes more resilient and unlocking the potential of AI. The tour begins at 1:30 PM with Coffee & Chat at the KPMG booth, accompanied by a short keynote and the opportunity to explore our use cases. At 2:00 PM, it continues at the ServiceNow booth with further insights into industrial applications.
Back to the Future: Managing Foresight Risk for Industrial Competitiveness
April 22nd | 2026, 3:35 pm - 3:55 pm, Hall 11, Booth B69, Solution Lab Research & Technology Transfer, Expert Stage, Language: English
Uncertain times require new strategic thinking, as many organizations struggle by recognizing long‑term risks too late. This session introduces a practical approach to scenario-based foresight that helps uncover blind spots, challenge assumptions, and navigate technological and geopolitical uncertainty.
Tech Future 2030: Into a New Industrial Reality
April 22nd, 2026, 5:15 pm - 5:30 pm Hall 26, Booth E43, Solution Lab Automation & Digitalization, Expert Stage 1,
Language: English
Following last year’s successful session, this masterclass offers a holistic view of industrial transformation beyond isolated use cases. Participants explore how global trends, AI, automation, and digital ecosystems shape next‑generation factories and enable large‑scale innovation.