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Hannover Messe 2006

March 2006 News

Unique presentation of industrial technologies: Hannover Messe 2006 embraces 10 leading international trade fairs. The most important technology show worldwide will take place in Hannover from 24-28 April 2006. Hannover Messe 2006 (Hannover Fair 2006) embraces a unique conglomeration of 10 leading international trade shows:

Unique presentation of industrial technologies: Hannover Messe 2006 embraces 10 leading international trade fairs. The most important technology show worldwide will take place in Hannover from 24-28 April 2006. Hannover Messe 2006 (Hannover Fair 2006) embraces a unique conglomeration of 10 leading international trade shows:

Interkama+

Leading Trade Fair for Process Automation (Halls 7-9, 11, 14-17)

Interkama+ showcases solutions for all areas of process automation. A main attraction is the Interkama+ Forum, boasting a top line-up of speakers who will address the growing importance of networking for all areas of a business enterprise - from field equipment to business planning.

Factory Automation

Leading Trade Fair for Production Automation (Halls 7-9, 11, 14-17)

Factory Automation presents future-focused developments in automated production technology for all sectors of industry. In 'Robotics World', a special meeting-point in Hall 17, everything revolves around the keynote theme of robot technology. Visitors from throughout industry will enjoy this opportunity to discover the latest developments and applications in robot technology.

Industrial Building Automation

International Trade Fair for Integrated Industrial and Building Automation Systems (Halls 11 and 12)

The future will see a greater convergence of automation technologies for manufacture, process automation and industrial and building automation which will inevitably lead to increased demand for networking solutions. The new trade show Industrial Building Automation highlights the growing demand for networking in industrial and building automation. A forum on Industrial Building Automation & Clean Production will focus on a discussion among experts of current developments and future trends related to automation technology for industrial buildings and plant, as well as the advance of clean room technology and its use in an increasingly diverse range of applications.

Energy

Leading Trade Fair for Renewable and Conventional Power Generation, Transmission, Distribution and Utility Management (Halls 11-13)

Halls 11-13 will house an array of exhibits representing the entire energy mix and the current state of technology - from conventional to regenerative energy. In order to demonstrate the crucial global significance of energy, not only at a technological or industrial level, but also as an issue of scientific, economic and political interest, this show will see the first energy summit - the 'World Energy Dialogue'. At nine forums held on 25 and 26 April, various international experts will discuss the technological, economic and ecological trends that are likely to shape the future of the worldwide energy web.

Pipeline Technology

International Trade Fair for Pipeline Technology and Network Management (Hall 6)

Located in Hall 6, the new trade fair Pipeline Technology offers a platform for product innovations, planning, construction and maintenance services for industrial pipelines and networks.

Subcontracting

Leading Trade Fair for Subcontracting Services, Materials, Components and Systems for Mechanical Engineering, the Automotive Industry and Plant Engineering (Halls 3-6)

Subcontracting is the leading international event for the subcontracting industries. It is an eagerly awaited showplace for the latest ideas, concepts and technology for industrial and engineering materials, manufacture and components, automotive technologies, industrial systems and engineering. A new keynote display featuring joining technology will be making its debut in Hall 5.

Digital Factory

Leading Trade Fair for Integrated Processes and IT Solutions (Hall 16)

The exhibitors taking part in Digital Factory in Hall 16 will be staging an impressive presentation of software and IT solutions for the entire sector of industrial manufacturing. The marketplace at the heart of Hall 16 is not only the meeting-place for small and medium-sized enterprises, but also provides an excellent overview of everything that Digital Factory has to show. At four themed island presentations experts will be on hand to facilitate contact with the right partners for advice and consultation in the areas of design, planning, production and services.

Industrial Facility Management and Services

Leading Trade Fair for Industrial Services, Maintenance and Condition Monitoring (Hall 27)

The new major international trade show for Industrial Facility Management and Services concentrates entirely on products and concepts in the field of industrial services. At the Facility Management Forum - Industrial Workplace of the IFMA (International Facility Management Association) - visitors will have the opportunity to learn from real practical examples and from discussions of experiences with a number of different industrial services.

MicroTechnology

Leading Trade Fair for Applied Microsystems Technology and Nanotechnology (Halls 14 and 15)

MicroTechnology in Halls 14 and 15 provides a detailed picture of innovations in every sector of industry - from plant engineering to medicine and laser technology, optics and energy technology. The special event 'SchauPlatzNANO' will present solutions and applications in the field of nanotechnology. Other highlights include the Forum MicroTechnology, the joint display - Lasertechnology - and the special presentation 'Ultra-precision manufacturing'.

Research and Technology

Innovations Market for Research and Technology (Hall 2)

The Innovations Market for Research and Technology is the leading international platform for the worldwide transfer of technology within the context of a dialogue between science and industry. Highlights include the special events 'techtransfer - Gateway2innovation', 'Human-Machine Interaction', 'BIONICS' as well as the joint display 'SuperconductingCity'.

Partner Country India

India's involvement as a Partner Country at the next Hannover Messe sees one of the world's fastest-growing markets represented in Hannover. Numerous Indian companies will take part under the Partner Country umbrella in Hall 6 at the world's leading showplace for industrial technology in Hannover. The keynotes of the Indian contribution to the trade show are expected to be energy, industrial subcontracting and automotive technologies. Clearly, Hannover Messe 2006 affords visitors and exhibitors with optimum conditions for intensifying bilateral relations with Indian industry and commerce. Some of the leading representatives of India's political and business communities are expected in Hannover. A rich and diverse political and cultural supporting program will complement India's presentation.

For more information contact Tanja Meyer, 0949 511/89-3 10 12, Tanja.Meyer@messe.de,





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