Advanced Factories is the leading event for automation, industrial robotics, and Industry 4.0, which also hosts the largest European Congress of advanced and digital 3D Printing industry. The event will take place from May 5 to 7, 2026, at Fira Barcelona, bringing together over 33,000 industrial professionals, 1,300 technological solutions, and 420 Industry 4.0 leaders. The conference will feature more than 5 simultaneous auditoriums, showcasing the latest innovations and experiences in the industry.

The Industry 4.0 Congress is the largest European Congress of advanced and digital 3D Printing industry, where over 420 experts from around the world will share their experiences in automation, robotization, system integration, and the implementation of new 4.0 technologies. The speakers will analyze the impact of technologies such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, industrial cloud, and digital twin, and reveal the trends and future applications in the industrial sector.

The event will feature top speakers from renowned companies, including Frank Maurer, Global Head of Strategy and Technology of Automation at Boehringer Ingelheim, Emanuel Pupello, International Product Management Director at Volkswagen, and Alberto de los Ojos Moral, Plant Operations Director at HORSE Aloña Auzmendi Asurabarrena.

The program will cover various topics, including the future of aerospace manufacturing, trends in additive manufacturing, women in industry, cybersecurity, electrification and circular economy, smart-tronics, digitalization, connectivity and automation, and the impact of Industry 4.0 on the manufacturing sector.

Advanced Factories will showcase the latest solutions in automation, robotics, integrated production systems, artificial intelligence, machine learning, digital twin, computer vision, VR/AR, cybersecurity, IIoT, data analytics, and cloud computing to drive competitiveness, productivity, and sustainability in factories and production centers.

The event is open to professionals from various industries, including manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and more. The conference will provide a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and business opportunities, making it an essential event for anyone interested in Industry 4.0 and its applications.