IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026 takes place from 15–20 September in Hannover, Germany. Explore the event dates, venue, opening hours, transport technologies, exhibitors and visitor planning information.
IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026 will take place from 15–20 September 2026 at the Hannover Exhibition Grounds in Hannover, Germany. The event is a major international platform for commercial vehicles, transport, logistics and mobility technology. It brings together vehicle manufacturers, suppliers, technology companies, logistics businesses, startups and industry professionals.
The 2026 edition will focus on the future of transport, including commercial vehicles, electric and alternative-drive systems, charging infrastructure, digital technology, logistics and sustainable mobility. A dedicated Press and Media Day will take place on 14 September 2026.
| Detail Information | |
| Dates | 15–20 September 2026 |
| Venue | Hannover Exhibition Grounds |
| Location | Hannover, Germany |
| Opening hours | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, 15–19 September; 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, 20 September |
| Main audience | Transport and logistics professionals, buyers, manufacturers, suppliers and technology companies |
| Main focus | Commercial vehicles, transport, logistics, technology and sustainable mobility |
The official visitor information confirms these opening hours and dates.
IAA TRANSPORTATION is an international trade event covering the commercial vehicle, logistics and transport industries. It connects manufacturers and suppliers with customers, business partners and decision-makers.
The event was previously known as IAA Commercial Vehicles and was renamed IAA TRANSPORTATION in 2022 as its focus expanded to include the wider transport and logistics sector.
The event is aimed at companies working across the transport value chain, including vehicle manufacturers, component suppliers, technology companies, logistics businesses, research organisations and startups.
Visitors can see different types of commercial vehicles, including trucks, light commercial vehicles, buses, trailers and cargo bikes. Autonomous vehicles and other new mobility solutions are also part of the event's focus.
The exhibition covers different powertrain technologies, including electric, hybrid, battery and fuel-cell systems, as well as other fuel technologies.
These solutions are important for companies planning the transition toward lower-emission commercial transport.
IAA TRANSPORTATION also covers vehicle components, accessories, equipment, maintenance solutions and digital technologies.
Technology areas include AI, 5G and other digital solutions supporting modern transport and logistics.
Infrastructure and loading infrastructure for transport and commercial vehicles are important themes for the 2026 event. This is particularly relevant for companies working with electric commercial fleets and charging systems.
The event brings manufacturers, suppliers, technology companies and logistics businesses together, creating opportunities for business meetings and partnerships.
Visitors can compare new trucks, buses, vans and other commercial transport solutions in one location.
IAA TRANSPORTATION provides an opportunity to see developments in electric mobility, alternative drives, digitalisation, AI and connected transport.
The event covers the wider logistics industry, so visitors can find technologies and services designed to improve transport and supply-chain operations.
Before visiting, check the official IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026 exhibitor directory and make a list of companies you want to meet. The directory is updated regularly.
Visitors should also:
IAA TRANSPORTATION takes place at the Hannover Exhibition Grounds in Hannover, Germany. The official visitor website provides information for reaching the venue by car, train, bus and air, as well as accommodation and visa information.
The event also provides an exhibitor directory, interactive site plan and programme to help visitors plan their visit.
Indian professionals travelling to Germany for IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026 should plan their Schengen visa application well in advance. For a short business trip to Germany, applicants generally require a Schengen short-stay (C) visa. Germany has a dedicated visa application category for people travelling to German exhibitions and trade fairs.
Germany has also introduced a special “trade fair urgent” appointment category for trade-fair exhibitors in India. This is designed for exhibitors who need to travel to Germany at short notice and cannot find an appointment through the regular trade-fair category.
Importantly, “trade fair urgent” is an appointment category, not a separate exhibition visa. It does not guarantee faster visa processing. The German Missions in India state that processing can still take up to around 15 days after the application reaches the Consulate, and longer processing is possible if documents are incomplete.
The “trade fair urgent” category is exclusively for trade-fair exhibitors. Applicants travelling as visitors, tourists or for ordinary business purposes should use the appropriate visa appointment category instead.
For an electronica 2026 trade-fair visa application, applicants should generally prepare documents such as:
Germany maintains a specific checklist for exhibitors and visitors attending German exhibitions and trade fairs. Applicants should check the latest official checklist before submitting their application because requirements can change.
IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026 is especially useful for commercial vehicle manufacturers, fleet operators, logistics companies, transport professionals, suppliers and technology businesses.
The event combines vehicles, components, digital technology, charging infrastructure and logistics solutions in one location. Its focus on electric mobility, digitalisation and sustainable transport also makes it relevant to companies planning the next stage of commercial transportation.
For the latest IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026 registration, tickets, exhibitors, opening hours, programme and visitor information,
check the official IAA TRANSPORTATION website.
