About WITEX

Europe's Dedicated Exhibition for Physical AI — Driving the Era of Physical AI

May 12–14, 2027  ·  Messe Düsseldorf, Germany  ·  witex.global

WHO WE ARE

Where the global Physical AI ecosystem meets European industry

WITEX (World Intelligent Technology Exhibition) is Europe’s dedicated exhibition for Physical AI, taking place May 12–14, 2027 at Messe Düsseldorf, Germany. WITEX brings together global innovators, technology providers, manufacturers, and industrial buyers to accelerate the adoption of intelligent automation across the continent.

Built on more than 16 years of Asia’s premier AIoT exhibition heritage, WITEX connects breakthrough technologies with real-world industrial applications — from perception, connectivity, and computing to robotics and digital twins.

Europe's launch edition16+ years heritageBacked by WAIA
WITEX show floor
OUR PURPOSE

Vision · Mission · Commitment

Our Vision

To become the world’s leading platform for Physical AI — empowering industries through intelligent technologies that transform how people, machines, and infrastructure interact.

Our Mission

To connect the global Physical AI ecosystem, accelerate technology commercialization, and create meaningful business opportunities that drive industrial innovation across Europe and beyond.

Our Commitment

Through curated exhibitions, high-level conferences, AI-powered matchmaking, and international networking, we transform innovative ideas into long-term partnerships.

WITEX by the Numbers

The scale behind Europe’s dedicated Physical AI platform.

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WHY WITEX

What Makes WITEX Different

Hover or tap each card to see why WITEX is built differently.

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The European Launch
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Taking 16 years of Asia's premier AIoT exhibition success directly to Düsseldorf, Germany — expanding the platform's European reach at scale.

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Deep Heritage
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Inherited from Asia's pioneering AIoT powerhouse, with a proven track record of connecting the industry for over 16 years.

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End-to-End Coverage
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Five essential pillars of Physical AI in one venue — perception, connectivity, computing, robotics, and Sim-to-Real scaling.

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Curated Excellence
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High-resource, boutique booth structures optimized for deal-making and professional business matches — not a commodity trade floor.

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European Market Focus
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A highly targeted audience of European manufacturers, industrial enterprises, infrastructure operators, logistics companies, and system integrators.

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Business-Driven
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AI-powered matchmaking, executive networking, innovation showcases, startup challenges, and industry forums — built for measurable outcomes.

EXHIBITION ZONES

Explore the Five Pillars of Physical AI

Click each pillar on the left to explore its core offerings — five curated zones cover every layer of the Physical AI value chain.

01 · Perception & PositioningEverything that lets machines see, identify, and locate
02 · Connectivity & NetworksThe communication backbone connecting devices, edge systems, and the cloud in real time.
03 · Computing & ReasoningThe intelligence layer
04 · Execution & InteractionWhere intelligence acts
05 · Sim-to-Real & ScalingBridging virtual and physical

Perception & Positioning

Everything that lets machines see, identify, and locate — the sensory layer of Physical AI.

RFID & Auto-IDUHF/HF tags, smart cards, readers, antennas, anti-counterfeiting systems
Machine Vision2D/3D industrial cameras, AI vision modules, inspection & defect detection
High-Precision PositioningGNSS modules, UWB, Bluetooth AoA & satellite IoT devices
Testing & CertificationEnvironmental inspection, EMC & IoT compliance, power supplies

Connectivity & Networks

The communication backbone connecting devices, edge systems, and the cloud in real time.

Industrial SensorsMEMS, gas, infrared, photoelectric, force, and attitude sensors
Modules & Gateways4G/5G, NB-IoT, LoRa, Wi-Fi modules, DTU, RTU & industrial switches
Network SecurityIoT security systems, secure VPNs, data privacy & cloud security

Computing & Reasoning

The intelligence layer — from chips and large models to autonomous industrial agents.

AI Chips & HardwareGPU, ASIC, FPGA, NPU products, edge/GPU servers, all-in-one controllers
Large Models & PlatformsLLMs, visual/voice models, industry-specific models & fine-tuning tools
AI AgentsAutonomous industrial process agents, medical assistants, low-altitude UAV systems
Computing InfrastructureLiquid/air cooling clusters, energy storage & power distribution

Execution & Interaction

Where intelligence acts — robots, automation equipment, and interactive terminals.

Robot ComponentsControllers, servo motors, reducers, LiDAR, joint modules & dexterous hands
Industrial & Mobile RobotsAGV, AMR, unmanned forklifts, multi-axis robotic workstations
Service & Humanoid RobotsSurgical, mining, firefighting robots; humanoids, quadrupeds, multi-arm systems
Displays & TerminalsMicro/Mini LED screens, commercial displays & touch interaction devices

Sim-to-Real & Scaling

Bridging virtual and physical — digital twins, world models, and industrial platforms that scale.

World Model & Data TrainingScenario datasets, embodied simulation training, behavior generation
Digital Twin Basics3D modeling tools, physical simulation software, AR/VR/MR devices
Industrial SoftwareIoT PaaS/SaaS platforms, industrial cloud, big data, MES, ERP
Industry Twin SolutionsDigital twin systems for manufacturing, green energy, logistics, infrastructure
ON-SITE ENGAGEMENT

More Than an Exhibition

Four engagement formats designed for measurable outcomes — the journey advances automatically, or click any step.

STEP 01Congress & Forums
STEP 02Exhibition & Matching
STEP 03Awards & Whitepapers
STEP 04Innovation Challenge

Congress & Forums

Global summits and CEO roundtables gathering technology leaders to exchange insights on cutting-edge Physical AI trends.

Exhibition & Matching

Smart, database-driven supply-and-demand pairing systems coupled with immersive technology zones for rapid contract closing.

Awards & Whitepapers

Authoritative international whitepapers and trend reports, plus a curated nomination list that defines global benchmarks.

Innovation Challenge

An elite testing ground bringing breakthrough startups and advanced developer products straight to the global spotlight.

THE ECOSYSTEM

Who You'll Meet at WITEX

Switch between the three communities that make up the WITEX floor.

●Exhibitors — 300+ curated exhibitors
●Speakers — Global thought leaders
●Buyers & Visitors — 10,000+ buyers
  • AI, sensing, and connectivity technology leaders
  • Robot manufacturers and component suppliers
  • Digital twin and industrial software platforms
  • 300+ curated exhibitors across five zones
  • Global technology pioneers and academics
  • Fortune 500 CTOs and innovation leaders
  • Keynote speakers and CEO roundtables
  • Executive panels and industry forums
  • 80%+ European local professionals
  • 40%+ direct decision-makers
  • Logistics, infrastructure, utilities, automotive, manufacturing
  • 10,000+ buyers · 15,000+ professional visitors
THE ORGANIZER ALLIANCE

WAIA — The Global Alliance Behind WITEX

World AIoT Innovation Alliance

WAIA (World AIoT Innovation Alliance) was established in 2024 by more than 20 associations specializing in artificial intelligence, IoT, and digital technology from around the world. WAIA is a global alliance dedicated to fostering cross-border collaboration and advancing innovation across the AIoT value chain.

With secretariat headquarters in Hong Kong and Brussels and an operational office in Shenzhen, WAIA also has branch offices in Taipei, Jakarta, Bangkok, Wuxi, and other locations — connecting AIoT industry associations, enterprises, and ecosystem partners worldwide to accelerate the international development of the AIoT industry.

2024Established
20+Founding associations
2Secretariat HQs
Hong Kong & Brussels
8+Offices worldwide
WAIA Global Launch2024 · Founding ceremony
WAIA Global AIoT SummitIndustry leadership gathering
Cross-Border Partnerships20+ member associations worldwide

Examples of WAIA Global Initiating Organizations

CHINA
Europe & North America
Southeast Asia
CHINA | MAINLAND CHINA, HONG KONG & TAIWAN
Shenzhen IoT Industry Association
Hong Kong IoT Chamber of Commerce (IOTHK)
Taiwan Generative AI Association
EUROPE & NORTH AMERICA
IoT Italy Association
Agoria (Belgium)
AIoT Canada
SOUTHEAST ASIA
Indonesia Industrial Digital Transformation Association
Thailand IoT Association
Asia Institute of Automatic Identification (AIM Asia)
AIoT Malaysia

WAIA GLOBAL NETWORK

Hong Kong · Global Secretariat Brussels · European SecretariatShenzhen · Operations OfficeTaipeiJakartaBangkokChina ·Wuxi

Join Us at WITEX 2027

Be part of Europe’s dedicated Physical AI exhibition.

May 12–14, 2027Messe Düsseldorf, Germany300+ Exhibitors5 Physical AI Zones