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Business trip to Italy

October 12–15, 2026

What can you expect on the business trip? Industry in transition – German-Italian exchange of experience

One compact 3-day trip to the innovation hotspots of Northern Italy – Lombardy and Emilia-RomagnaThey meet leading companies, clusters and research centers, discover new production approaches and value chains, and establish direct Contact with Italian partners.

Perfect for SMEs from the automotive, robotics, mechanical engineering and metal processing sectors who want to exchange information on transformation trends, initiate collaborations and strengthen their network in the European market.

The goal is the Exchange of experiences regarding current transformation processes, Building and strengthening of business relationships as well as the initiation of new Contact e to local businesses, clusters, universities and innovation centers. 

Itinerary & stops The following stops are on the agenda, each offering valuable industry insights for the participants.

Milan

  • Financial and innovation engine in Italy's strongest economic region
  • High density of multinational companies and access to international capital markets
  • Strong technology, service and startup sector

Bergamo

  • A strong industrial export center with global networks
  • Specialized clusters in automation, industrial components and manufacturing

Bologna

  • Logistics hub with high-tech industry
  • Focus areas in mechatronics, automation and research

Your benefits – Why this trip is particularly relevant for Thuringian companies Participation offers you:

  • Building and strengthening business relationships
  • Comparing technological diversification in both regions
  • Insight into the Italian market
  • Learn about innovative transformation processes

Which industries can benefit? Automotive, robotics & automation, mechanical and plant engineering, metal processing, additive manufacturing

Target group, travel dates & travel costs

Target audience – Who is this trip aimed at?

The corporate trip is aimed at CEOs, management and sales of:

  • Companies from the automotive industry, manufacturing, mechanical and plant engineering, metal processing, automation technology, Industry 4.0, robotics, additive manufacturing sectors
  • Suppliers of electronic components for these industries
  • Research institutions and scientific organizations with an interest in cooperating with industry

Travel dates (October 12th – 15th, 2026)

Recommended flight connection:

Outbound flight, October 12, 2026 – Lufthansa LH276

  • Departure from Frankfurt am Main
  • Arrival in Milan

Return flight, October 15, 2026 – Lufthansa LH287

  • Departure from Bologna
  • Arrival in Frankfurt am Main

Travel expenses

mandatory costs

  • Meal allowance: 250 €

Self-pay costs

  • 3 nights each 200 €
  • Lufthansa flight

The registration deadline is September 4, 2026

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about the Chicago 2026 Business Trip

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Sofia Orefice

Sofia Orefice Speaker for Europe

Thuringia International

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