About this expo
SPS ITALIA positions itself as the premier exhibition for smart, digital, and sustainable industry, offering an annual forum to address the most pressing challenges in industrial automation. Established in 2011, the event has grown into a significant gathering for Italian OEMs and international companies seeking opportunities within Italy's industrial automation sector.
The exhibition's core focus is Industrial IT & AI, exploring key trends such as Generative AI for manufacturing, Industry 5.0: Energy Efficiency and Regenerative Manufacturing, Lifelong Learning Ecosystems and Skills Mobility, Cybersecurity for Smart Manufacturing, and Industrial Data Spaces and Platform Economy. Attendees can explore demos and application cases within the dedicated Digital District, located in halls 4, 7, and 8.
This professional-only event attracts a diverse audience, including Italian OEMs, companies targeting the Italian market for industrial automation products, experts, individuals studying digital solutions for automated machines, large corporations, and startups. The upcoming edition will take place from May 25 – 27, 2027, at Fiere di Parma.
Highlights
5 items- Over 37,500 visitors (2026)
- 720 exhibitors (2026)
- AUMA listed
- Held annually at Fiere di Parma, Parma, Italy
- Digital District located in halls 4, 7, and 8
FAQ
4 questionsWhen and where does SPS ITALIA 2027 take place?+
The upcoming edition of SPS ITALIA will be held from May 25 – 27, 2027, at Fiere di Parma in Parma, Italy.
Who organizes SPS ITALIA?+
SPS ITALIA is organized by Messe Frankfurt Italia Srl.
What industries and products are covered at SPS ITALIA?+
The exhibition focuses on Industrial IT & AI, covering industrial automation products and solutions. Key trends include Generative AI for manufacturing, Industry 5.0: Energy Efficiency and Regenerative Manufacturing, Lifelong Learning Ecosystems and Skills Mobility, Cybersecurity for Smart Manufacturing, and Industrial Data Spaces and Platform Economy.
How can I attend or exhibit at SPS ITALIA?+
SPS ITALIA is open to professionals, targeting Italian OEMs, companies interested in the Italian market, experts, individuals studying digital solutions for automated machines, large companies, and startups.