From 9-11th June 2026, the international exhibition and conference for power electronics, the PCIM Expo & Conference, returns to Nuremberg, Germany. With over 650 exhibitors and a record-breaking 500+ presentations, this hub for the power electronics industry will offer a comprehensive programme for trade visitors.
With the new AI & Data Centres Stage, this year’s trade fair and conference programme will focus on the topic of artificial intelligence and data centres for the first time. The escalating energy needs of modern data centres are driving demand for high performance, energy-efficient, and sustainable solutions. With the new AI & Data Centres Stage, the PCIM Expo 2026 places a distinct emphasis on two of the most important future trends in power electronics.
The new stage brings together a wide range of expert presentations and best practices addressing the growing influence of artificial intelligence and the escalating energy demands of modern data centres.
“The AI & Data Centres Stage is our first venture into providing a central platform for in depth industry knowledge and cutting-edge inspiration on the topic of artificial intelligence. Visitors to the PCIM Expo can look forward to learning about the latest developments – from AI-powered design and monitoring processes to innovative energy management and power supply systems for data centres,” explains Lisette Hausser, Vice President PCIM at Mesago Messe Frankfurt.
The AI & Data Centres presentation programme will focus on the topics ‘AI for Power Electronics’ and ‘Power Electronics for Data Centres.’ A total of 40 presentations will take place on stage.
AI also takes centre stage at the PCIM Conference
This year’s PCIM Conference will also focus on the topic of artificial intelligence with a keynote address and two special sessions:
10th June 2026:
- Keynote: AI Meets Power Electronics: Are we there yet? Uwe Drofenik (Vienna University of Technology)
- Special session: Artificial Intelligence in Power Electronics, Ole Gerkensmeyer (Nexperia)
11th June 2026:
- Special session: Power Continuity vs. Power Quality – AI Data Centres, Lorenzo Giuntini (ABB)
- Oral session: Data Centre DC/DC Converters, Klaus F. Hoffmann (Helmut Schmidt University)
Focused practical knowledge two days before the Expo
The PCIM Seminars, which take place on 7-8th June at the Arvena Park Hotel in Nuremberg, will give participants the chance to gain first-hand practical knowledge. They offer a unique setting for direct discussion of specialised topics along the entire power electronics value chain.
This year, participants will get the opportunity to explore the topic of artificial intelligence in depth during two seminars:
7th June 2026:
- AI-Enhanced Condition Monitoring and Control in Modern Power Electronics, Maher Al-Greer (Teesside University)
8th June 2026:
- Magnetics for High Power in Artificial Intelligence and Modern Automotive Applications Ionel “Dan” Jitaru (Rompower Energy Systems)
Presentation programme offers insights into innovations, sustainability, and future trends in power electronics
In addition to the AI & Data Centres Stage, the extensive presentation programme on the Technology, Exhibitor, and E-Mobility & Energy Storage stages will provide a concise overview of industry trends and challenges, while also discussing some of the latest technologies in action.
The Technology Stage will feature presentations and panel discussions on the latest research by leading universities and providers, with a special focus on SiC (silicon carbide) and GaN (gallium nitride) technologies.
The Exhibitor Stage will offer visitors in-depth insights into product innovations from exhibiting companies such as Rohm, Infineon, Nexperia, and Fuji.
The E-Mobility & Energy Storage Stage will focus on current and future developments in power electronics for use in electromobility and energy storage, taking into account different applications in electric, hybrid, and fuel cell vehicles, for example.
PCIM Expo 2026: facts and figures
With three months still to go, the world’s leading exhibition and conference for power electronics, intelligent motion, renewable energy, and energy management already has more than 650 registered exhibitors, over 60% from international companies.
The products on show will cover the entire power electronics value chain, ranging from power semiconductors, test and measurement technologies, and automation solutions to materials for different fields of application, including the aviation industry.
This year’s exhibitors include industry leaders such as Mitsubishi, Onsemi, Sumida, and Toshiba. With more than 120 new exhibitors, the exhibition also promises an even wider, more diverse range of products. The participation of new companies from different nations encourages networking on a global level and promotes synergies that can accelerate the development of new technologies.
The companies taking part for the first time include established market leaders and innovative tech firms such as Allegro MicroSystems, Analog Devices, Iwatani, NHK Spring, and Moteon.
