Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
The 2nd EMEA Automotive Carbon Neutral Summit 2026 will convene key stakeholders in the automotive industry to discuss strategic roadmaps and technological innovations aimed at achieving carbon neutrality.
This summit will foster dialogue and collaboration among policymakers, industry leaders, and technical experts, focusing on actionable solutions for sustainable development in the automotive sector.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: The 2nd EMEA Automotive Carbon Neutral Summit 2026 takes place on November 17-18, 2026, at Leonardo Hotel Munich Arabellapark, Munich, Germany.
- 2Scale and Focus: This summit addresses carbon neutrality in the automotive sector, featuring industry leaders and policymakers.
- 3Organiser: The event is organized by CLCC (Shanghai) Co., Ltd, a professional organizer of high-level B2B events.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include policymakers, industry leaders, technical experts, and academics focused on sustainable automotive solutions.
- 5Entry: Registration is required for participation in this paid conference.
Why visit
Attendees will gain insights into the latest strategies and technologies for achieving carbon neutrality in the automotive industry. The summit provides a unique opportunity to network with industry leaders and policymakers, share best practices, and explore collaborative solutions to pressing environmental challenges.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at the summit offers companies a platform to showcase their innovations in sustainable automotive technologies. This summit addresses carbon neutrality in the automotive sector, featuring industry leaders and policymakers. Attendees include policymakers, industry leaders, technical experts, and academics focused on sustainable automotive solutions.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Policymakers focused on automotive regulations
Industry leaders in automotive manufacturing
Technical experts in sustainability
Academics researching automotive technologies
Consultants specializing in green mobility solutions
Media representatives covering automotive innovations
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Automotive manufacturers showcasing sustainable technologies
Suppliers of eco-friendly materials and components
Consulting firms offering sustainability strategies
Technology providers for electric and hybrid vehicles
Research institutions focused on automotive innovations
Startups developing green mobility solutions
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Electric vehicles and charging infrastructure
Sustainable materials for automotive production
Carbon management technologies
Innovative automotive design solutions
Recycling and circular economy initiatives
Software solutions for sustainability tracking
Location & Facilities
Venue
Leonardo Hotel Munich Arabellapark
Effnerstraße 99, 81925 München, Germany
Facilities
Parking
Leonardo Hotel Munich Arabellapark in Munich typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Leonardo Hotel Munich Arabellapark in Munich typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Leonardo Hotel Munich Arabellapark for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Who runs the show
Organisers
Local currency · EUR
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Munich Airport
Primary gateway for the Munich edition, with the widest long-haul and European network. Suburban trains S1 and S8 run into the city on one MVV ticket; taxis queue outside both terminals. Confirm terminal and transfer times before travel
Approx. 35-40 km northeast of central Munich
to venue
Approx. 40-60 min by road; around 40 min by S-Bahn S1/S8 to the city
by car
Memmingen Airport
Small low-cost carrier airport used mainly for budget European routes. Onward travel to Munich is by coach or regional train, so only choose FMM if the fare saving justifies the extra transfer time
Approx. 115 km southwest of Munich
to venue
Approx. 1 h 20 min to 1 h 40 min by road; longer by coach or regional train
by car
Nuremberg Airport
Useful when Nuremberg is cheaper or more convenient for a connecting itinerary. The train is usually faster than driving into Munich city centre, with frequent ICE departures
Approx. 170 km north of Munich
to venue
Approx. 1 h 45 min to 2 h by road; direct ICE trains reach Munich in a little over an hour
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Leonardo Hotel Munich Arabellapark
midscale
Arabellapark, BogenhausenUSD 110–180 / night
Guest rating around 4.1 from roughly 2.7K reviews; eco-certified; breakfast charged, free Wi-Fi, parking, air conditioning, fitness centre, bar, restaurant, laundry. Set in the Arabellapark office district with U4 Arabellapark within walking distance. Nightly range is an estimate for November; confirm rates and cancellation terms.
sourceLeonardo Hotel Munich City North
midscale
Munich northBreakfast charged, free Wi-Fi, parking, air conditioning, pet-friendly, restaurant, kitchen in rooms, business centre, kid-friendly. Northern location works for travellers using the Mittlerer Ring road ring or arriving from the airport by car. Nightly range is an estimate.
Leonardo Hotel Munich City South
midscale
Munich southBreakfast charged, free Wi-Fi, paid parking, air conditioning, pet-friendly, bar, airport shuttle, accessible rooms, kid-friendly. Better suited to road arrivals from the south and to travellers who prefer quieter evenings outside the centre. Nightly range is an estimate.
Leonardo Hotel & Residenz München
midscale
MunichGuest rating around 4.2 in hotel search results for this Munich cluster; apartment-style Residenz rooms suit longer stays of four nights or more during show week. Nightly range is an estimate; confirm breakfast policy and cancellation terms.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
S-Bahn (S1/S8)
Estimated costApprox. EUR taxi/rideshare from MUC to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forMunich Airport (MUC) to Munich Hauptbahnhof or Ostbahnhof
Trains run roughly every 10-20 minutes and take around 40 minutes to the main station. Validate the ticket before boarding; there are no ticket gates but roving inspectors check.
S-Bahn + U-Bahn
Estimated costApprox. EUR taxi/rideshare from MUC to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forMunich Airport (MUC) to Arabellapark via the city centre
Take S1 or S8 into the city, then change onto U4 towards Arabellapark. Allow 60-70 minutes door to door with luggage.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. EUR 75-95 depending on destination and traffic (confirm meter fare before departure)
Best forMunich Airport (MUC) to central Munich or Arabellapark
Journey time is typically 40-60 minutes in normal traffic and longer in the morning peak. Fixed-price ride-hail quotes can differ from the taxi meter.
airport express coach
Estimated costApprox. EUR 12-15 single (confirm current operator fares)
Best forMunich Airport (MUC) to Leonardo Hotel Munich Arabellapark
A coach connection into the main station is useful with heavy luggage; frequency is lower than the S-Bahn, so check the timetable against your arrival.
U-Bahn / bus (MVG)
Estimated costEUR 2-5 single metro journey (contactless)
Best forCentral Munich to Arabellapark district
U4 serves Arabellapark directly, with bus connections into the surrounding office and residential streets. Short-stay and day tickets can work out cheaper for multiple trips.
taxi / ride-hail
Estimated costApprox. EUR 18-28 metered, app quotes may differ (confirm before booking)
Best forShort city trip within Munich, roughly 5-8 km
Useful for evening returns after rail frequencies drop, and for reaching venues away from the U-Bahn network.
car parking
Estimated costApprox. EUR 20-35 per day (garage and hotel rates vary; confirm at booking)
Best forHotel car park or city-centre garage, per day
Central Munich parking is scarce and time-limited on street; pre-book a garage space if you keep a rental car. Most city hotels charge separately for parking.
intercity train (ICE)
Estimated costApprox. EUR 30-70 one way depending on fare type and how far in advance you book
Best forNuremberg Airport (NUE) to Leonardo Hotel Munich Arabellapark
Direct ICE services take a little over an hour; saver fares sell out, so book ahead if you plan to fly into Nuremberg.
Weather
Munich in November is late autumn moving into early winter. Expect daytime highs of roughly 7-9 °C, overnight lows near 1 °C with frost on clear nights, and roughly 10-12 wet days across the month producing 60-70 mm of precipitation. Early snow is possible but usually light and short-lived in the city. Daylight is short, with sunset before 17:00 in the second half of the month, so plan evening transfers and dinner reservations accordingly. Halls and hotels are heated, so layered clothing works better than a single heavy coat. Check a current forecast in the final 48 hours before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Germany uses 230 V, 50 Hz power with Type F (Schuko) sockets, so bring a Europlug adapter for UK, US or Asian devices. EU roam-like-at-home SIMs work normally; visitors from outside the EU should check roaming costs or buy a prepaid eSIM from a German operator before landing. Free Wi-Fi is standard in Munich hotels and coffee shops, and exhibition venues commonly provide Wi-Fi in halls and press areas, though congested hall networks are slow for large uploads. Keep an offline copy of your badge, hotel booking and hall plan in case the network in the venue is overloaded.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Greetings and tone
In Bavaria a friendly 'Grüß Gott' works in shops, hotels and restaurants, while a handshake and surname are normal in first business meetings. Punctuality is taken seriously, so arrive a few minutes early for appointments and stand meetings.
Sunday closures
Shops are closed on Sundays in Munich, apart from stations, airports and some bakeries. Buy adapters, toiletries and anything you need for the stand on Saturday, and check restaurant opening hours before planning a Sunday dinner.
Cash and cards
Cards are widely accepted in hotels and larger restaurants, but some bakeries, kiosks and small shops still prefer cash. Carry a small amount of euro cash, and note that many places expect you to pay at the counter rather than at the table.
Tipping and service
Tipping is not obligatory but customary: round up a taxi fare, and in restaurants add roughly 5-10 percent. Tell the server the total you want to pay rather than leaving coins on the table.
Transport etiquette
Keep noise down in the quiet carriage on S-Bahn and ICE trains, let passengers off before boarding, and validate paper tickets before travel. Escalator etiquette in Munich is to stand on the right and walk on the left.
November in the city
Munich's Christmas markets typically open in the last week of November, which brings evening crowds to the city centre and pushes hotel rates up. Tollwood and the Marienplatz market are popular after-show options, but book dinner and plan tram or U-Bahn routes in advance.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: MUC
Munich Airport (MUC) is the primary gateway, around 35-40 km northeast of the city with S1/S8 suburban trains reaching the centre in about 40 minutes. Long-haul itineraries from Dubai, New York, Tokyo, Singapore and Sydney commonly route through Gulf, Turkish or European hubs, and one-stop routings often beat direct fares for November travel. Book 6-10 weeks ahead for a trade-week trip, check baggage allowances if you are carrying stand materials, and compare the total cost of an MUC arrival against cheaper fares into Memmingen or Nuremberg once the extra coach or train leg is added. Airfares are estimates only and must be confirmed with the airline or booking site before purchase.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Munich Airport (MUC): Approx. 40-60 min by road; around 40 min by S-Bahn S1/S8 to the city; Memmingen Airport (FMM): Approx. 1 h 20 min to 1 h 40 min by road; longer by coach or regional train; Nuremberg Airport (NUE): Approx. 1 h 45 min to 2 h by road; direct ICE trains reach Munich in a little over an hour. Allow road or rail time to Leonardo Hotel Munich Arabellapark; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Leonardo Hotel Munich Arabellapark: Arabellapark, Bogenhausen: Leonardo Hotel Munich Arabellapark; Munich north: Leonardo Hotel Munich City North; Munich south: Leonardo Hotel Munich City South.
Ride-hail: Ride-hail apps operate in Munich alongside the traditional taxi ranks, and both are useful for evening returns or for reaching venues away from the U-Bahn. Airport pickups are signed from the terminal forecourts, and app pick-up points sometimes sit in a different car park level, so follow the in-app instructions. Compared with the S-Bahn, a ride-hail trip from the airport is far more expensive, so reserve it for late arrivals or heavy luggage. Confirm the fare estimate in the app before confirming the ride.
Public transit: Munich's MVV network covers S-Bahn, U-Bahn, tram and bus on a single zone-based ticket system. S1 and S8 connect Munich Airport to the city in around 40 minutes, and U4 serves the Arabellapark district. There are no ticket gates, but inspectors do check, so validate paper tickets before boarding and keep mobile tickets active. Short-stay, single and day tickets cover most visitor needs, and the airport journey requires the extended zone; confirm the current fare structure on the MVV site before travelling. Late-evening frequencies drop after the evening peak, which matters if you are leaving a venue event after 22:00.
Parking: Driving into Munich for a trade event is usually a net loss: central parking is limited, street parking is time-restricted and garages charge by the day. Hotels such as the Leonardo properties in Arabellapark and the city north and south offer on-site parking, often at a daily charge, so confirm the rate at booking. If you keep a rental car, pre-book a garage space near your hotel and use the U-Bahn for the venue leg. Loading and short-term drop-off rules near exhibition and congress sites are strictly enforced, so check any delivery or set-down permit before arriving with equipment.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: November 2026
Packing: Munich in November is late autumn moving into early winter. Expect daytime highs of roughly 7-9 °C, overnight lows near 1 °C with frost on clear nights, and roughly 10-12 wet days across the month producing 60-70 mm of precipitation. Early snow is possible but usually light and short-lived in the ci
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at The 2nd EMEA Automotive Carbon Neutral Summit 2026 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 14
confirm your visitor registration or badge status with the organiser and save the confirmation to your phone.
Day 14
check passport validity, Schengen visa status if applicable, and travel insurance that covers business travel in Germany.
Day 12
book flights into Munich (MUC) and align arrival times with the published show dates rather than the other way round.
Day 12
reserve a refundable hotel in Munich or Arabellapark; November inventory tightens as Christmas-market season approaches.
Day 10
download the exhibitor list and mark the automotive suppliers, system integrators and aftermarket distributors you want to meet.
Day 10
request meetings in advance and ask whether the team prefers stand conversations or a booked meeting room.
Day 8
check the organiser programme for conference sessions, registration-only tracks and any badge upgrade you need.
Day 7
plan your MVV journeys; the U4 serves Arabellapark and S1/S8 connect the airport to the city.
Day 5
save offline maps plus a ride-hail app as a backup for late-evening returns when rail frequencies drop.
Day 4
prepare a one-page buyer profile or sourcing brief so stand teams can route you to the right product manager quickly.
Day 3
pack business cards, chargers with a European Type F plug adapter and layers for 1-9 °C days with rain.
Day 2
confirm flight status and airport transfer, and allow 40-50 minutes for the S-Bahn plus walking with luggage.
Day 1
arrive, collect your badge if on-site collection is required, and walk the hall layout to fix your route for day one.
T-14
Show day: arrive 30-45 minutes before opening for security, coat-check and first-meeting queues.
T-15
After the show: log leads and send follow-ups within 48 hours while stand conversations are still specific.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Leonardo Hotel Munich Arabellapark
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2The 2nd EMEA Automotive Carbon Neutral Summit 2026 registration concourse
Leonardo Hotel Munich Arabellapark
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Leonardo Hotel Munich Arabellapark
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights€190.00
- Per diem × 2€150.00
Estimated total€340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether The 2nd EMEA Automotive Carbon Neutral Summit 2026 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For The 2nd EMEA Automotive Carbon Neutral Summit 2026, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Electric vehicles and charging infrastructure and Sustainable materials for auto solutions and benchmarking suppliers at The 2nd EMEA Automotive Carbon Neutral Summit 2026 in Munich.
Min. budget
$450.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Electric vehicles and charging infrastructure and Sustainable materials for auto products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Munich show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Glossary
- OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)
- A vehicle manufacturer that designs and assembles finished cars or commercial vehicles under its own brand and buys components from suppliers.
- Tier 1 / Tier 2 supplier
- Tier 1 suppliers deliver complete systems or modules directly to an OEM; Tier 2 suppliers deliver parts, materials or sub-assemblies to Tier 1 companies.
- IATF 16949
- The automotive quality management standard that combines ISO 9001 with automotive-specific requirements for series production parts.
- PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)
- The approval package a supplier submits to prove a production tool makes parts that meet the customer's specification.
- ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems)
- Electronic systems such as adaptive cruise control, lane keeping and automatic emergency braking that support the driver.
- ECU (Electronic Control Unit)
- An embedded computer that controls a specific vehicle function, from engine management to door modules.
- Homologation / type approval
- The regulatory process proving a vehicle or component meets the legal requirements of a market before it may be sold there.
- WLTP
- Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure, the laboratory test cycle used for EU fuel consumption and CO2 figures.
- BEV / PHEV
- Battery electric vehicle and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, the two main electrified drivetrain categories in Europe.
- I AM / OES aftermarket
- The independent aftermarket (IAM) covers non-franchised repairers and distributors; OES covers original equipment supplied through dealer networks.
- Just in Sequence (JIS)
- A delivery model where components arrive at the assembly line in the exact order the vehicles are built.
- Total cost of ownership (TCO)
- The full cost of a vehicle or component over its life, including purchase, energy, maintenance, downtime and resale.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- The 2nd EMEA Automotive Carbon Neutral Summit 2026 Munich
- The 2026
- The Munich 2026
- EMEA Automotive Carbon Neutral 2026
- EMEA Automotive Carbon Neutral Munich 2026
- Summit Munich 2026
- EMEA 2026
- EMEA Munich 2026
- Munich Germany
- Automotive Conference Munich 2026
Digital business cards for the show floor
Display a free company card at your booth, or share your professional card on the show floor.