HACK SUMMIT 2026: Europe’s Industrial Renaissance
On April 22 and 23, 2026, the Beaulieu Convention and Exhibition Center in Lausanne will host the latest edition of HackSummit, a major European event bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders, and researchers committed to developing disruptive technologies designed to address climate and industrial challenges.
Industrial innovation, climate, and disruptive technologies are at the heart of the program
The HackSummit stands out for its unique position at the intersection of science, engineering, and entrepreneurship, with the goal of accelerating the development of practical solutions in fields such as energy, materials, agri-food, and carbon capture.
While the second day will focus more on the topic of food sovereignty, the first day may be of even greater interest to SMEs in French-speaking Switzerland, as it will focus on industry more broadly. Whether it’s CleanTech, HardTech, or DeepTech, the goal is to explore and delve deeper into the new dynamics of European reindustrialization and the technologies that enable the creation of more resilient and sustainable value chains through various presentations, meetings, and roundtables.
Another initiative of particular interest to businesses will also take shape during this event: Hack Pilot Day, designed as a platform for connecting startups and SMEs around concrete projects, will provide an opportunity to identify use cases, discuss pilot projects, and explore opportunities for direct collaboration between technological innovation and industrial needs.
