Start your day informed. Arrive at electronica ready.

Join the Global Electronics Association for three member-only virtual breakfast sessions ahead of electronica 2026. Get expert perspectives on European policy and sustainability, market intelligence and technology trends - with time to put your questions to our speakers.

2, 4 & 6 November 2026 | 08:00-09:00 CET | Live online on Microsoft Teams

Programme

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Bring your coffee, connect with industry experts and start your day with a global perspective.

REGISTER FOR THE LIVE SESSIONS

Contact

For additional questions, contact Anatolii Kazmin at anatoliikazmin@electronics.org 

AI is reshaping the electronics industry. Discover how leading companies use AI to boost productivity, improve efficiency, manage risk, and gain a competitive edge. Hear real-world insights from John Mitchell, CEO of the Global Electronics Association, startup leaders and industry experts.

Understand how AI can create real business value - and why acting now matters.
Join an exclusive executive roundtable for strategic discussion, peer exchange and dinner with fellow industry leaders.

Event Details

📅 Monday, 9 November 2026
🕕 19:00-22:00 CET
📍 NH Hotel | Arnulfstraße 2, 80335 Munich

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Participation is limited and subject to confirmation. Register your interest to be considered via the following application form: 

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Contact

For further information about the AI Roundtable & Dinner, please contact Anatolii Kazmin via anatoliikazmin@electronics.org.

Compete at electronica 2026

Professional technicians and harness assembly specialists are invited to demonstrate their expertise at the 2026 Cable and Wire Harness Competition Regional Qualification Germany, held at theGlobal Electronics Association booth A1-463 during electronica in Munich.

Competitors will have 60 minutes to produce a fully functional wire harness assembly using identical materials and tools. Certified IPC judges will evaluate the work in accordance with IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 3 criteria.

Judging criteria

Judging focuses on crimp accuracy and termination quality; correct routing, labeling, and bundling; compliance with IPC/WHMA-A-620 workmanship standards; overall appearance and electrical functionality; and completion time.

Competition resources

Review the Bill of Materials and the Competition Rules and Judging Criteria before your session.

Prizes for professionals

Registration

• Participation is free of charge.
• No Global Electronics Association membership or IPC certification is required.
• All competition tools and materials will be provided.
• Complete the registration form to register for the professional competition.
• A confirmation email will specify your assigned competition date and time.

REGISTER FOR THE PROFESSIONAL COMPETITION →

Contact

For additional questions, contact Anatolii Kazmin at anatoliikazmin@electronics.org

Venue

electronica 2026

Global Electronics Association - Stand A1-463

Messe München (Trade Fair Center Messe München)

Am Messesee 2, 81829 München, Germany

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Compete at electronica 2026

Professional soldering specialists are invited to demonstrate their skills at the 2026 Hand Soldering Competition Regional Qualification Germany, held at the Global Electronics Association booth A1-463 during electronica in Munich.

Competitors will have 60 minutes to assemble a complex printed circuit board in accordance with IPC-A-610 Class 3 criteria. IPC Master Instructors will evaluate workmanship, process quality, electrical functionality, and completion time.

Competition resources

Review the Bill of Materials and the Competition Rules and Judging Criteria before your session.

Prizes for professionals

Best Company Team Award

Companies may enter two or three competitors. The highest combined scores of the two best competitors from the same company will determine the winning team.

Registration

• Participation is free of charge.
• No Global Electronics Association membership or IPC certification is required.
• All competition tools and materials will be provided.
• Complete the registration form to register for the professional competition.
• A confirmation email will specify your assigned competition date and time.

REGISTER FOR THE PROFESSIONAL COMPETITION →

Contact

For additional questions, contact Anatolii Kazmin at anatoliikazmin@electronics.org

Venue

electronica 2026

Global Electronics Association - Stand A1-463

Messe München (Trade Fair Center Messe München)

Am Messesee 2, 81829 München, Germany

REGISTER NOW

NEPCON will be held in a region with a high concentration of automotive industry activity. The Global Electronics Association will co‑exhibit with JapanUnix and promote IPC standards. We are also considering a presentation by a Key Opinion Leader from a global supplier with established relations with the Global Electronics Association.

WHMA's Annual Global Leadership Summit

The wire harness industry is constantly evolving with new technology and practices. The 2027 WHMA Annual Global Leadership Summit offers the tools you need to help your business succeed in this fast-changing landscape. WHMA's Annual Global Leadership Summit (formerly the WHMA Annual Conference) is a networking event for executives representing wire harness manufacturers, OEMs and suppliers for companies that build wiring harnesses and cable assemblies.

• Peer-to-peer networking provides countless opportunities for you to improve your business as you learn, share, and discover new approaches to the wire harness industry.
• Learn from industry leaders at best-practices roundtables, technical education workshops, and keynote speakers.
• Get the first look at cutting-edge technology in the Exhibit Hall featuring industry leading suppliers.

Invest in your business and your future at WHMA's Annual Global Leadership Summit!