World’s leading trade fair for machine vision showcasing AI, 3D imaging, sensor technology and new applications – five tech events with just one ticket

VISION 2026 is set to provide the perfect platform for anyone involved in the development, integration or varied application of machine vision. Around 500 exhibitors from all over the world will be coming to Stuttgart to present their latest products, systems and solutions. The themes under the spotlight include artificial intelligence, deep learning, embedded vision, 3D machine vision, hyperspectral imaging and high-performance sensor technologies.

Machine vision has long involved more than just individual components and the combination of cameras, lenses, lighting, sensors, software and automation is now crucial. VISION brings these latest industry developments to life and demonstrates the ways in which technological innovation is giving rise to robust solutions for manufacturing, quality assessment and automation.

Specialist forums for knowledge exchange and innovation
Key programme highlights include the Industrial VISION Days and the Scientific VISION Days. Together with VDMA Machine Vision, VISION will be hosting the Industrial VISION Days, the industry's largest forum for talks and presentations. Around 80 presentations, startup pitches and discussion formats will provide insights into the latest technologies, concrete applications and current market developments. The Scientific VISION Days, organised in cooperation with the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology, will be sharing the latest findings from research and development.
One particular highlight will be the presentation of the VISION Award. A top-class jury of experts has selected a shortlist of the very best innovative ideas from 75 submissions. The companies nominated will be presenting their developments as part of the Industrial VISION Days. Notable developments in current focus areas include lidar, light-field and 3D imaging, SPAD sensors, synthetic data for AI applications, and the simulation of machine vision systems.The VISION Award recognises technological excellence in machine vision, the winner of whichs set to take home €3,000.

AI applications directly at the stands
The new VDMA VISION AI Guided Tours will be demonstrating how artificial intelligence is already being used today in machine vision and production. Following a brief introduction, participants will be taken on a tour of selected exhibitors to experience AI-based solutions, live demonstrations and real customer applications. The tours aim to offer direction in what is a dynamic technological field and demonstrate in practical terms where AI and Vision are already creating real added value.

Startups with new ideas
Up-and-coming companies will also be given their chance on the big stage at VISION 2026. In the VISION Start-up World, around 30 startups will be presenting their latest innovative ideas, ranging from image sensors and AI software to entire vision systems. Many of these young companies are attending the world's leading trade fair for the very first time and have the opportunity to present their solutions as part of startup pitches. And this is not just about visibility: the best company will be recognised with the title "VISION Startup 2026".

Ten young German companies will receive additional support at the joint stand promoted by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE). Here, they will have the chance to present their technologies to an international audience of experts, make valuable connections and lay the groundwork for new c andollaborations a successful entry into international markets. Just one way in which VISION connects established market leaders with the next generation of innovative technology companies.

There will also be additional content provided by the VISION Integration Area and IPC 4 VISION pavilions. While the Integration Area is turning the spotlight on integrated and turnkey system solutions, the IPC 4 VISION will be presenting a compact overview of industry PCs, embedded computing and edge AI systems.

Technology autumn in Stuttgart
VISION will be taking place alongside Motek/Bondexpo, EFX - Expo for Electronics Manufacturing and Quantum Effects. Together, the five events offer access on a single ticket and make Stuttgart a hub for machine vision, automation, electronics manufacturing and quantum technologies. Visitors will have the opportunity here to find out more about the latest technologies, establish cross-sector connections and gain inspiration from industry colleagues and experts for their own projects.

VISION 2026 promises to provide three days of innovation, expertise and personal exchange. This is not just the place to follow machine vision trends but to experience them live. Order your ticket today and start planning your visit to Stuttgart.