Call for speakers Formnext 2026 seeks speaker contributions on key AM topics

The call for speakers for the Formnext 2026 stage program is now open. Experts from across the Additive Manufacturing ecosystem are invited to contribute presentations on technological innovation, industrial applications and business strategies, with submissions open until 30 June 2026.

In 2026, Formnext will again feature a program of high-quality presentations on key technological, economic, and application-oriented topics in Additive Manufacturing. The call for speakers is now open. Experts from industry, research, and advanced manufacturing are invited to share their developments, findings, or best practices with Formnext’s international audience.

The presentation program has long been an integral element of Formnext, offering visitors the opportunity to expand their expertise in specific areas, gain new impulses for their applications, and make valuable contacts within the AM community. “Our stage program offers the perfect platform for sharing knowledge and experience and is instrumental in promoting the industrial use of additive technologies within specific user industries, but to also between different fields of application,” explains Christoph Stüker, Vice President Formnext, Mesago Messe Frankfurt.

2026 focus topics and stage format

The program is organized by topic and focuses on current developments in Additive Manufacturing and issues facing the industry. A particular emphasis is placed on sound business cases that demonstrate the economic benefits of additive technologies and provide practical examples of how the integration of AM can make a significant contribution toward industrial value creation. The stage program covers the following topics:

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 construction

• Automotive, transportation, and mobility

• Aviation and aerospace

• Energy, oil, and gas

• Mechanical and plant engineering

• Medical and dental technology

• Offshore and marine

• Security and defense

• Tool and die making

The Formnext 2026 program is split over two stages: the Industry & Application Stage and the Technology Stage. The Industry & Application Stage highlights key issues in Additive Manufacturing from an industrial, strategic, and application-oriented perspective. Industry representatives, technology experts, and users discuss the latest developments, present real-world business cases, and offer insights into trends, challenges, and best practices in industrial AM applications. It therefore represents an important venue for knowledge transfer and peer-to-peer exchange. Alongside this, the Technology Stage offers exhibiting companies a platform to showcase their latest products, solutions, and innovations throughout the AM value chain. It is home to technology-focused presentations and new product launches from the exhibitors, ranging from new machinery and materials to software solutions and process innovations.

The call for speakers is now open and is aimed at anyone who would like to share their expertise and experience with international manufacturing experts and the AM community. The deadline for applications is 30 June 2026.

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