IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026

Description

IAA TRANSPORTATION is the world's leading platform for logistics, commercial vehicles, and the transport sector. Held biennially in Hannover, it serves as a global hub for innovation, covering the entire transport value chain from trucks and trailers to infrastructure and urban logistics. The event focuses on the industry's transition toward climate neutrality, showcasing breakthroughs in battery-electric propulsion, hydrogen fuel cells, and autonomous driving technologies. It combines a massive trade exhibition with a high-level conference program, offering a comprehensive look at the future of mobility and sustainable supply chains.

Exhibits

Manufacturers of heavy trucks, light commercial vehicles, buses, trailers, bodies, specialized transport equipment, and charging infrastructure components.

Activities

The IAA Conference featuring industry keynotes, the IAA Test Drives for zero-emission vehicles, and the Stars of the Year awards ceremony.

Speakers

CEOs of major automotive brands, logistics experts, technology innovators, and high-ranking international transport ministers and policymakers.

Demos

Live demonstrations of autonomous yard logistics, hydrogen refueling processes, and hands-on testing of electric commercial vehicles on public roads.

Accessibility

The event is held at the Hannover Exhibition Center (Messegelände). From Hannover Airport (HAJ), take the S-Bahn line S5 to the Central Station, then transfer to U-Bahn lines 8 or 18 to the Messe/Nord entrance. Driving is accessible via the A2 and A7 motorways, following signs for 'Messe'.

Exhibitor Count

1700

Expected Attendance

145000

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