Activities 2026

The official opening

Tuesday, March 10 - Mainstage (12:00 - 12:30 p.m.)

The official opening marks the start of TechniShow 2026. Led by Ires Veerman (FPT) and Ricardo Vivas (Jaarbeurs), leading industry representatives will discuss the position of the Dutch manufacturing industry and the outlook for the next five years.

A panel discussion and keynote on the future of the industry immediately set the tone: ambitious, strategic and future-oriented.

The TechiShow celebrates its 75th anniversary, which will also be celebrated.

Women in the Making

Thursday, March 12 - Mainstage (09:00- 11:00)

This special morning session focuses on visibility, connection and leadership. Women in the Making brings together professionals, students, young professionals and lateral entrants to share experiences and empower each other.

Empower Breakfast Welcome (09.00 - 09.30)
A warm welcome with breakfast and plenty of space for networking.

Keynote by Marjorie Woudenberg (09.30 - 10.00)
Initiator of Women in Engineering. Her keynote focuses on personal leadership and the impact of gender diversity on team dynamics in technical organizations. With practical experience and concrete tools, she shows that real change is about retention, culture and inclusion.

Panel discussion (10.00 - 10.30)
Led by Woudenberg, women leaders Anoek Schellings (MD at Cadmes), Jessica van Schijndel (Director of Schijndel Metaal BV), Merel Overdevest (CEO of Macroscoop BV) and Mindel van Gijzel (Channel Partner Specialist at ABB Robotics) will share their insights on leadership, opportunities and challenges within technical organizations from the field.

Networking moment (10.30 - 11.00).
Closing with space for meeting and new connections.

TechniShow Innovation Award 2026

Thursday, March 12 - Mainstage (3:30 - 5:00 p.m.)

The TechniShow Innovation Award 2026 puts concrete, applicable innovations in the spotlight. From smart automation and digitalization to circular production methods: solutions that already contribute today to the industry of tomorrow.

An independent expert jury with experts from industry, technology and innovation will judge the entries on innovation, applicability, circularity and market readiness.

Three finalists will present their innovation live during the official award ceremony in the Theater (Hall 10), followed by a networking reception.

The award is an initiative of FPT - Federation of Manufacturing Technology and is presented biennially during TechniShow.

Keynote: Mart de Kruif

Friday, March 13 - Mainstage (10:30 - 11:15 a.m.)

"Who determines our future?"

On Friday, Mart de Kruif will enter the mainstage. A former Army Commander and internationally distinguished military leader, he is known for his sharp analyses of geopolitical developments.

During his keynote, he will translate themes such as leadership under pressure, international cooperation, strategic decision-making and agility into concrete lessons for the manufacturing industry. At a time when security, international chains and technology are increasingly intertwined, this session offers valuable strategic insights.