Power Transmission & Distribution Technology Expo in Cologne for second year running… gets bigger and even better!
Cologne, Germany | 17-19 November 2026 | Koelnmesse
Following on from the success of the launch edition in September 2025, Power Transmission & Distribution Technology Expo will be held in Cologne, Germany, for the second year running, in November 2026.
The inaugural staging of the event saw 110 exhibitors and over 1,200 attendees from 62 countries coming together in Cologne for the world’s first exhibition 100% focused on next-generation power transmission and distribution technology. This year’s show is expected to see up to 250 exhibitors present.
Visitors to the show included key decision-makers and decision-influencers from TSOs, DSOs and utility companies from across Europe and beyond.
What they said
Testimonials from visitors and exhibitors included:
“The Expo was a resounding success. Building a sustainable, value-driven community within the transmission and distribution branch is not just worthwhile – it’s essential.”
Christos Fotiadis, Lead Project Management, TenneT Germany
“This event sets a strong benchmark for industry conferences, and I’m already looking forward to next year’s edition!”
Darri Snaer Finnbogason, Specialist, Landsnet
“The Power Transmission & Distribution Technology Expo proved that resilience is not a dream, it’s already within reach.”
Moussa Kafal, Grid Reliability Global Product Manager, PWR Grid, Nexans
Building on success
Power Transmission & Distribution Technology Expo 2026 is expected to bring in up to 250 exhibitors and 2,500+ visitors, together with over 80 expert speakers across free-to-attend technology presentation stages located within the exhibition hall, all directly involved in the design, development and construction of efficient, safe and resilient power grids.
Exhibitors are all blue-chip international suppliers, including many from India, Turkey, Austria, UK and, of course, Germany. A number of exhibitors have already stepped forward to showcase new technologies not yet presented to the power transmission sector, including innovations in drones, thermal imaging and surveillance systems.
New for 2026
In addition to technologies relating to all aspects of electricity transmission, from transformers, substations and switchgear to remote fault detection, grid monitoring and demand forecasting, the upcoming event will also include three specialist Feature Zones, focusing on Grid Resilience (sponsored by Nexans), Health & Safety, and Cybersecurity.
Networking Party and Industry Innovation Awards
Following its popularity and success last year, the 2026 event will once again include a Networking Party at the end of the second day, this year incorporating a special Innovation Awards presentation, recognising outstanding innovation in key areas of the power transmission and distribution industry.
Sponsors and knowledge partner
Key sponsors for this year’s event include Arup, Nexans, Lesjofors and Wynca, with PTR (Power Technology Research) returning as official Knowledge Partner.
Be part of the global community powering the grids of tomorrow
Join Power Transmission & Distribution Technology Expo 2026 in Cologne from 17-19 November, to see what’s next for the power transmission and distribution technology sector.
It may be the show that’s at the end of the year, but it should be at the top of your list of events to visit in 2026. So set aside some budget to make sure you can attend, but also note that entrance to qualifying engineers, procurement teams and kindred people involved in electricity infrastructure design and development is free of charge. No general public are permitted.
