As the leading stage for cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, Formnext 2026 showcases the latest developments in industrial 3D Printing and offers a diverse supporting program focused on Additive Manufacturing and smart production.
Supporting program & more
With its supporting program and comprehensive event calendar, Formnext will once again deliver a wide range of expert presentations, discussions, and networking opportunities in 2026. The goal is to advance Additive Manufacturing collectively and fostering collaboration among experts from industry, research, and practice.
Our stage program – insights and contacts for the future of your production
The Formnext stage program is a key platform for knowledge sharing and inspiration. In 2026, two freely accessible stages will provide space for expert exchange and fresh insights into technologies and applications across the AM value chain.
The Industry & Application Stage explores key issues in Additive Manufacturing from an industrial and application-oriented perspective. Industry representatives, technology experts, and users discuss current developments, present practical business cases, and offer insights into trends, challenges, and best practices in industrial AM applications. The stage remains a central hub for knowledge transfer and professional dialogue.
In addition, the Technology Stage offers exhibiting companies a platform to showcase their latest products, solutions, and innovations. From new machines and materials to software solutions and process and production innovations – this format provides a space for technological updates and new developments from the exhibitors.
In this way, Formnext continuously supports its visitors’ key goals: expanding their expertise, gaining inspiration for new applications, and successfully networking.
Experience the topics that matter – on stage
The stage program focuses on current developments and issues in the AM industry. A key focus is on viable business cases that clearly demonstrate the economic benefits of additive technologies and show how AM can be successfully integrated into industrial value chains. Specifically, the stage program covers the following topics, among others:
Technology & industrialization (including):
- Automation and scalable production processes
- Design for AM
- Emerging technologies (e.g. bioprinting, food printing, pharmaceuticals)
- The use of Artificial Intelligence in design, process control, and safety
- Models for success and business strategies in the AM industry
- AM industrialization
- Investment, finance, growth, and market trends
- Supply chain management, including cybersecurity
- Sustainable manufacturing solutions and new materials
- Skills and talent
Applications & industries (including):
- Architecture and the construction industry
- Automotive, transportation and mobility
- Energy, oil, and gas
- Aviation and Aerospace
- Mechanical and plant engineering
- Medical and dental technology
- Offshore and marine
- Security and defense
- Tool and die making
Look forward to an extensive stage program, inspiring presentations, and numerous networking events. The complete supporting program for Formnext 2026 will be available here starting this autumn. Sign up for our visitor or industry newsletter and be the first to know when the action starts!
Call for Speakers has started
Become part of Formnext Expo & Convention and showcase your expertise, innovations, and best practices in Additive Manufacturing to an international audience of industry professionals. Industry experts, AM users, and technology providers are invited to actively contribute to the stage event program. Take this opportunity to highlight your expertise and expand your professional network – the Call for Speakers is now open.
To ensure we can consider your presentation for the Industry & Application Stage, please submit your proposal via our Call for Speakers form. Applications are accepted until 30 June 2026. We look forward to your contribution!
If you have any questions regarding the call for speakers form or the topics, please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Ella Wolf.
For exhibitor presentation opportunities, please contact Ms. Anabell Condemi.
Highlights at a glance
- Stage Program featuring presentations on current and future applications, technologies, and trends
- Showcases by the Working Group Additive Manufacturing of the VDMA and BE-AM
- Showcase and Guided Tours on the latest developments in post-processing
- Start-up Area and joint booth Young Innovators (BMWE)
- Pitchnext-Event with the participants of the Start-up Area, the Young Innovators joint booth and the finalists of the Start-up Award and Rookie Award
- Formnext Awards: the industry’s top innovations – including voting and award ceremony
- Insights into this year’s Partner Country: UK
- BE-AM Symposium: Discussion on current developments in Additive Manufacturing in the construction industry
- Discover3DPrinting Seminars: a concise introduction to the world of 3D Printing, in collaboration with ACAM
- Career Area: networking, job wall & consulting, and professional photo shoots
- AM Innovation and Standards Summit: discussions on certification and standards in Additive Manufacturing, organized by ASTM
