ABOUT THE FAIR
SPS Italia – Smart Production Solutions is an annual trade fair for industrial automation that has become a key meeting point for the Italian and international industry since its inception in 2011. Organized by Messe Frankfurt Italia Srl, a subsidiary of the globally renowned trade fair organizer Messe Frankfurt, the event takes place in Milan. SPS Italia is exclusively aimed at industry professionals and stands out for its clearly focused and specialized format.
The venue is the modern Fiere di Parma exhibition center, located in the northern Italian city of Parma. Its strategic location and high-quality infrastructure provide the ideal setting for effective B2B communication. Each year, the event brings together industry leaders, technology pioneers, start-ups, and experts to exchange ideas on the latest developments in industrial automation.
The fair's mission is to actively shape the future of industry. It showcases a wide range of technologies—from drive and control systems to sensors, robotics, and innovative industrial software. The focus is on key topics such as Industry 4.0 and 5.0, digitalization, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and the convergence of IT and OT—critical elements in creating intelligent, networked, and human-centered production environments.
What sets SPS Italia apart is the depth of its content. Beyond highlighting the latest technological trends, it addresses the industry's core challenges, including sustainability, the skilled labor shortage, big data analytics, and the use of augmented and virtual reality in industrial applications. The start-up area plays a prominent role, offering space for new ideas and groundbreaking technologies. The exhibition is complemented by hands-on demonstrations in areas such as additive manufacturing, robotics, mechatronics, and digital solutions, making real-world applications and market-ready innovations tangible.
With high-level expert presentations, extensive networking opportunities, and a clear focus on industrial excellence, SPS Italia offers far more than a traditional trade fair. It positions itself as a dynamic platform that helps companies align strategically, drive innovation, and build sustainable partnerships.
The SPS Italia takes place annually, and therefore for the 14th time previsibly in May 2027 in Parma.