Halls already partially overbooked – nearly a quarter of participants attending for the first time – suppliers once again strongly represented – industry giants celebrate their comeback
Berlin/Hannover , October 27, 2025 – From September 15 to 20,
2026, companies from the commercial vehicle, transport, and logistics
sectors will present their innovative transport and logistics solutions at
IAA TRANSPORTATION in Hannover. An initial look at the companies
registered to date sh ows a further inncrease in exhibitors – a clear
signal of the industry’s confidence.
“The once again strong resonance from leading companies all over the
world impressively shows how committed our industry is to shaping a
sustainable future for the commercial vehicle and transport sectors. In
2024, exhibitors at IAA TRANSPORTATION already set new standards
as drivers of innovation. In 2026, we are coming back and proving
once again: we deliver. As organizers, we are pleased to offer this
progressive industry a fitting stage for their innovations once more,”
says Jürgen Mindel, Managing Dire ctor of the VDA.
Current Status: IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026 Records Increase in
Exhibitors
As with IAA TRANSPORTATION 2024, an increase in exhibitors is
already emerging in the run – up to the event. Currently, the number of
registrations for IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026 is approximately
11percent higher than the comparative value from January 2024;
several halls at the exhibition grounds are already overbooked. More
registrations are coming in daily. Equally encouraging is that the
number of international exhibitors remains at the record le vel of the
last IAA (currently 70 percent). Companies from China, Turkey, and
Italy are particularly well – represented this year. Another positive
highlight is the number of newcomers: 23 percent of the exhibitors will
be participating in IAA TRANSPORTATION for the first time to
showcase their innovations in Hannover.
Return of Renault Trucks and Mercedes – Benz Vans
Alongside newcomers such as e – van manufacturer FLEXIS,
development service provider IAV, suppliers Igus and Stoneridge, and
charging infrastructure provider Zerova, well – known industry leaders
like Renault Trucks are returning to IAA TRANSPORTATION to pres ent
their latest premieres. This also includes Mercedes – Benz Vans, which
have confirmed their participation with a dedicated presence.
Additionally, truck manufacturers such as BYD, DAF Trucks, Daimler
Truck, Dongfeng, Ford, Ford Trucks, KIA, MAN Truck & Bus, MAXUS,
Scania, VW Commercial Vehicles, and Volvo Trucks will be
showcasing their products.
Strong Presence of Suppliers and Body Manufacturers
By far the most strongly represented exhibitor group to date is the
suppliers. Companies such as AUMOVIO, Robert Bosch, BPW
Bergische Achsen, Daikin, Horse Power Train, MAHLE, Rupf
Automotive, WISTRA, and the ZF Group, among others, will be
showcasing thei r innovative developments and products. They are
followed closely by body manufacturers, including Fliegl Fahrzeugbau,
JOST – Werke Germany, Junge Fahrzeugbau, Kässbohrer, Kögel Trailer,
Krone Trailer, Meiller Kipper, Meusburger Fahrzeugbau, Spier, and
Schmi tz Cargobull, who will present their diverse range of products as
global market leaders at IAA TRANSPORTATION in Hannover.
Participating Companies Can Present Themselves Across Various Page 3/3
Event Formats:
IAA Conference : Now an integral part of IAA TRANSPORTATION, the
conference program — which visitors can attend without an extra
ticket — will once again offer insights from renowned opinion leaders
and companies presenting their visions for the future of the transport
indus try. In addition to Main Stage, there will be an Industry Stage
reserved exclusively for exhibitors. The conference topics reflect the
industry’s current trends: from fleet electrification and charging
infrastructure to automated transport, AI, and hydroge n solutions.
Startups will also find great value at IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026:
young companies from around the world will present their ideas for
the transport industry in a dedicated Startup Area.
IAA Experience : Here, the focus is on experiencing and trying out the
latest innovations, ensuring lasting memories for visitors and
customers. This year, the IAA Experience consists of four different
formats:
- Test Drives offer exhibitors the opportunity to provide
supervised test drives for interested customers in the latest
low- emission and zero – emission light and heavy commercial
vehicles of all classes, as well as buses, on the exhibition
grounds or public roads. - ADAS & Telematics demonstrations make driver assistance
and telematics systems tangible during supervised drives on
the exhibition grounds. - With the Cargobike Parcours , IAA TRANSPORTATION offers a
realistic testing environment for cargo bike innovations. - The Shuttle Bus connects the individual exhibition halls in a
loop throughout the entire duration of IAA TRANSPORTATION
2026. Interested companies can use their latest vehicle
innovations for this scheduled service, which is free of charge
for visitors.
The preliminary list of exhibitors for IAA TRANSPORTATION is
expected to be published in June 2026 at www.iaa –transportation.com . Ticket sales for visitors will begin in April, as will
accreditation for journalists.
