Artificial intelligence and data
Data-driven decision-making, AI agents, decision intelligence and new forms of business efficiency.
21 October 2026 · Ljubljana Exhibition and Convention Centre
Data. Decisions. Competitiveness. Future.
From data to profit: how Industry 5.0, AI, XR and technological innovation create new business models in the circular economy and society.
IMPULZ 2026
A business platform for companies that want to turn technologies into concrete results.
IMPULZ is not a classic technology fair and not just another sustainability event; it connects technologies, data and decision-makers into concrete business opportunities.
It is a platform connecting companies, government, local communities, researchers, development institutions, investors and media — with the goal of using data and advanced technologies to make effective business decisions, develop competitive circular business models and create long-term value and measurable results.
Will you lead the change, or will your competition? Give data and technology the chance to upgrade your business.
Key topics
Topics already reshaping business models.
Industry 5.0, humanoid robotics and virtual worlds
Physical intelligence, humanoid robots, digital twins, XR and new forms of collaboration between humans, machines and space.
Energy, e-mobility and circular transformation
New energy models, grid flexibility, e-mobility, circular business models and material flows.
Sustainable construction, materials and digitalization
Digital twins of buildings, material passports, low-carbon materials, timber construction and new building logics.
Future society, skills and innovation ecosystems
Ethics and AI, social innovation, smart cities and communities, jobs and the vision of the future.
Event format
What awaits you at IMPULZ?
01
Main VISION stage with leading speakers and strategic discussions.
02
LAB stage for in-depth content and solution presentations.
03
Tech showcase presenting advanced technologies, solutions and projects.
04
Networking and connecting companies, investors and decision-makers.
05
The first international gathering of humanoid robots of various generations, systems and purposes in one place.
Agenda
Programme by tracks
Ljubljana Exhibition and Convention Centre · Wednesday, 21 October 2026
Hall
Vision Box — main stage
- 08:00–11:45☀️
AI, data and decisions
From data to trust, from decisions to competitiveness.
- 12:00–13:00☕
Networking lunch
Interactive AI and XR demonstrations in the exhibition area.
- 13:00–15:00🤖
Robotics, virtual worlds and Industry 5.0
When data enters physical space and technology starts collaborating with people.
- 15:00–17:00♻️
Circular transformation, mobility and energy
Circularity as a business model, materials as data, energy as a strategic decision.
- 17:00–18:00🚀
Future vision
From ideas to commitments, from conversation to the next 365 impulses.
Hall
IMPULZ Lab
- 08:00–10:30🔬
Society 5.0 – people, communities and technology for a better world
Buildings, materials and digital twins as platforms of the new economy.
- 10:30–12:00🧭
AI-Ready Leadership – trust and decision-making in the age of AI
How leaders, boards and teams use data, AI and ethics to make faster, better and more responsible business decisions.
- 12:00–13:00☕
Networking lunch
Meetings, advisory sessions and networking in the exhibition area.
- 13:00–16:00🌍
Building the Future: smart spaces, circular materials and digitalisation in construction
How buildings, materials, digital twins and the New European Bauhaus create platforms for sustainable, data-driven and more beautiful built environments.
- 16:00–18:00⚡
Jobs and work of the future
Jobs, competencies and new collaborators for a smart, green and human-centred future.
18:00–20:00
🤝 IMPULZ ConnectJoint closing session and networking reception in the Vision Box hall.
Choose. Structure. Decide. Enter the data game!
Speakers
Speakers shaping the future.
The list of speakers and guests is being updated.
Participants
Who is IMPULZ for?
You shouldn’t miss this event if you want to understand how advanced technologies, data and new business models will shape the future of the economy, industry and society.
IMPULZ welcomes:
- companies, startups and scaleups developing or adopting advanced technologies and data and digital solutions;
- industrial, energy, mobility and infrastructure companies seeking new development and business opportunities;
- investors, development institutions, universities, the research community and systemic connectors;
- the public sector, cities and organizations co-creating future development directions;
- organizations with concrete projects, solutions and best-practice examples.
IMPULZ in numbers
What to expect at the event.
700+attendees
>80 %decision-makers and senior profiles
2,856 m²of programme, exhibition and networking space
16 hoursof conference and content programme
Parallel event
Technology Arena
Showcasing the innovations of future generations — for secondary-school and university students.
Partners
Become an IMPULZ 2026 partner.
Strategic partner
For leading companies that want to be among the key co-creators of the technological, industrial and sustainable transition.
More →Innovation partner
For companies with advanced solutions that want to raise their visibility and connect with the decision-makers of the future.
More →Data partner
For companies that want to link their brand with data, digitalization and business networking.
More →Network partner
For companies building new partnerships and following the key development trends of the future.
More →Registration
Secure your spot at IMPULZ.
Early bird
€319 + VAT
Registrations until 10 September 2026. Best price for early registrations.
€429 + VAT for registrations from 11 September 2026 onwards.
The registration includes
- access to the VISION and LAB halls
- tech showcases and demo content
- networking with decision-makers and entrepreneurs
- morning coffee, lunch and refreshments
- admission to the closing event
Startups and students
€90 + VAT
Registrations until 10 September 2026. Special price for startups, young companies and students.
The registration includes
- access to the VISION and LAB halls
- tech showcases and demo content
- networking with decision-makers and entrepreneurs
- morning coffee, lunch and refreshments
- admission to the closing event
Online access
€90 + VAT
Remote access to the streaming of key forum content.
The online registration includes
- remote viewing of selected key content
- access to the VISION programme stream
- access to selected recordings or materials after the event
Special offer for companies: for each additional participant from the same organization, we grant a 20% discount on the valid registration fee.
Organizers
IMPULZ is co-created by.
Contact
Will you lead the change, or will your competition?
For any further questions about taking part in IMPULZ, contact us at any time.
Enter the data game and give technology the chance to upgrade your business.