The SPS 2026 trade fair will take place from November 24 – 26, 2026. Opening hours of the exhibition grounds for trade visitors are from Tuesday and Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Visit us at SPS 2026
How does real-time data enable better decisions? How can new technologies be integrated into existing processes? What specific added value can they create? And how can open systems remain secure at the same time?
Between November 24 and November 26, 2026, come see how Phoenix Contact combines open automation, Industrial AI, cybersecurity, and solutions for the field and control cabinets into a system with future viability. Discover innovations, make new connections, and exchange ideas with our experts on the challenges and opportunities facing the industry of tomorrow. During our guided tours of our booth in Hall 9, Booth 310, you will also gain valuable insights into selected technologies and solutions.
November 24 to November 26, 2026 | Nuremberg, Germany | Hall 9, Booth 310
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In that case, we recommend that you speak directly with our experienced automation experts. Together, we will address your specific questions and develop customized solutions for your application.
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An overview of our stage program Presentations, live demos, and expert discussions
What technologies will shape the automation of tomorrow? On our stage, experts, customers, and partners will share insights into current challenges, innovative solutions, and proven best practices. Download the conference program now and discover the topics that are relevant to you.
An overview of our booth
General trade fair information and FAQs
Tickets and travel
Reserve your free ticket code from Phoenix Contact and come see us in Nuremberg, Germany, from November 24 to November 26, 2026.
After you have requested a free ticket using the Phoenix Contact order form, you will receive a ticket code via email. You can use this ticket code to request a ticket free of charge on the official SPS exhibition website.
You can reach the exhibition grounds easily and conveniently by car. There are sufficient parking spaces around the exhibition grounds. Use the following address for your navigation device:
NürnbergMesse
Karl-Schönleben-Str.
Messeplatz 1
90471 Nuremberg
You can reach the exhibition grounds easily from Nuremberg main station via the underground lines U1 and U11 (towards “Langwasser Süd”). The ride takes about eight minutes.
Visiting the trade fair
Phoenix Contact’s main booth is located in Hall 9, Booth 310. In addition, Phoenix Contact is also participating in other exhibition booths covering various topics.
The interactive site map provides a precise occupancy of the halls and the positioning of the individual exhibitors.
Jackets, coats, and luggage can be checked in free of charge at the coat checks in all entrance areas. Lockers are also available in the Ost (east) and Mitte (central) entrances.
The SPS trade fair WLAN, “NuernbergMesse_Wi-Fi,” is available free of charge every day.
Phoenix Contact at the SPS trade fair A key meeting point for the automation industry for years
SPS is one of the leading platforms for industrial automation in Europe. As one of the leading exhibitors, we have been showcasing innovative technologies, forward-thinking solutions, and concrete answers to the challenges facing the industry for years.
With our broad portfolio, practical applications, and opportunities for personal interaction, we create a space where innovation and expert knowledge come together.
What is SPS – Smart Production Solutions?
The SPS trade fair is the leading trade fair for all aspects of industrial automation and Industry 4.0 – from intelligent control technology, industrial PCs, drive technology, and communication technology to sensors, software, and many other topics. Formerly known as SPS IPC Drives, SPS now stands for Smart Production Solutions and provides a platform for sharing ideas and innovations. After two purely digital events (“SPS on Air”) in 2020 and 2021, the international SPS trade fair was held again on-site in Nuremberg, Germany, in 2022.