Messe München will hold Electronica 2020 as a virtual event.

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The current travel restrictions in Europe, which are becoming more stringent, have required a re-thinking of planning.

The digital format for electronica in November will give exhibitors the opportunity to book digital trade fair booths. electronica virtual will also provide all customers additional ways to interact and network.

A large portion of the conference and supporting program will also be available digitally.

Kurt Sievers, the CEO of NXP Semiconductors and the Chairman of the electronica Advisory Board, says: “After reevaluating the situation, I consider the decision of Messe München to be very appropriate and responsible. We are pleased that, with electronica virtual, a concept is now offered for 2020 that allows exhibitors to reach their international customers, even in the continuing difficult pandemic period. Via this digital platform, exhibitors can present their innovations, learn about industry trends and efficiently network with customers and suppliers.”

Christoph Stoppok, the Head of Components, Mobility & Systems at the German Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers’ Association, said: “The electronics industry and the solutions it provides are one of the major driving forces behind digitalization. Let’s put the industry’s ingenuity to use and get together this year at a virtual fair. This is exactly the right time to foster a dialogue in the industry and generate economic momentum once again.”

The virtual format of electronica will provide virtual trade fair booths, which will enable exhibitors to continue to communicate with their international customers and sell them on their products and solutions.

The virtual event will be complemented by a digital conference and supporting program.

Individual talks and panel discussions on trend topics like the automotive industry, embedded systems, IIoT, 5G, medical electronics and smart energy will be available online.