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ZEISS INNOVATION SUMMIT

Turning Insights into Impact

November 4–6, 2026 | Berlin​, Germany

Explore the ZEISS INNOVATION SUMMIT 2026

Progress happens where technology, knowledge, and people come together. That is why the ZEISS INNOVATION SUMMIT returns to Berlin from November 4 to 6, 2026. Centered around the theme “Turning Insights into Impact,” the event brings together international executives, leaders, scientists, and innovators from leading companies and institutions to turn ideas into real-world results.

As global megatrends such as AI, advanced computing, automation, electrification, smart manufacturing, and digital health reshape entire industries, the ZEISS INNOVATION SUMMIT serves as a global platform where diverse perspectives come together, ideas are challenged, solutions take shape, and collaborations turn into action.

Be part of the ZEISS INNOVATION SUMMIT and experience how today’s technologies turn insight into tomorrow’s impact.

Program highlights: From insight to innovation

The ZEISS INNOVATION SUMMIT is an inspirational platform where participants connect to discuss emerging trends such as AI, advanced computing, automation, electrification, smart manufacturing, and digital health. Through a world-class conference program, the largest exhibition of ZEISS innovations and solutions ever held, and a memorable international networking experience, participants gain insights and connections needed to drive meaningful outcomes.
Audience listens to a ZEISS metrology presentation on why measurement matters for quantifying and analyzing industrial parts.

Conference​

International keynote speakers from renowned companies share insights on global technology trends and how they turn challenges into opportunities in their specific industries.

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Expo

On over 4,000m² expo space, attendees can explore all ZEISS technologies, all connected through advanced software solutions that connect data based on artificial intelligence.

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Innovation​

Experience our latest solutions based on forward-thinking topics such as AI and digitalization, automation, and globalization, designed to shape the future of quality and research.

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Networking

This event serves as a global platform for international executives, leaders, scientists, and innovators where diverse perspectives come together, ideas are challenged, solutions take shape, and collaborations turn into action.

Agenda

Crowded ZEISS metrology conference with arena keynote, show car on stage, and attendees networking outdoors during event.

Wednesday, November 4

Opening Event | VELODROM Berlin
from 5.00 pm arrival

ZEISS metrology event with technical presentations, evening networking and interactive exhibition areas for industrial applications.

Thursday, November 5

Conference & Expo | STATION Berlin
9.00 am - 6.00 pm

Evening Event | STATION Berlin
from 6.00 pm

ZEISS metrology conference with exhibition area, audience discussions and a coordinate measuring machine inspecting an industrial part.

Friday, November 6

Conference & Expo | STATION Berlin
9.00 am - 2.00 pm

About the locations

The Velodrom is an architectural masterpiece and top European venue for cycling and events. Its defining feature is a 142-meter circular “spoke wheel” steel roof, beneath which lies a world-class 250-meter cycling track.
A  photo collage of the event location STATION in Berlin
A  photo collage of the event location Velodrom in Berlin
STATION Berlin spans 24,000 m² of history: opened as a train station in 1875, later a postal hub linking West Berlin and West Germany. Today, its industrial charm with giant locomotive gates and wall markings reflects its role as a key logistics hub.
A  photo collage of the event location STATION in Berlin
STATION-Berlin, Sebastian Greuner
A  photo collage of the event location STATION in Berlin
STATION-Berlin, Sebastian Greuner

Impressions from the ZEISS INNOVATION SUMMIT 2024