Poland's largest industrial automation and robotics fair returns to Ptak Warsaw Expo on 11–13 May 2027 with free registration, live demos and an automation summit.
Dates
11–13 May 2027
City / country
Warsaw, Poland
Venue
Ptak Warsaw Expo
Time
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily
Event overview
Warsaw Industry Automatica 2027 is the sixth edition of Poland's largest industrial automation and robotics trade fair, running 11–13 May 2027 at Ptak Warsaw Expo in Nadarzyn, near Warsaw. Control systems, industrial robots and cobots, machine vision, sensors, drive technology and Industry 4.
0 software fill Hall B, while the co-located Automation & Robotics Summit adds conference sessions and workshops. The audience is engineering-led: automation specialists, production and maintenance managers, systems integrators, OEMs and distributors from Poland and neighbouring Central European markets.
Online registration is free, and the venue offers free parking and direct bus links from Warsaw.
TL;DR
Use the three days to compare live robot, vision and control demonstrations, meet Polish integrators and distributors, and sit in on the Automation & Robotics Summit. Registration is free and the single Hall B layout keeps the show walkable.
Poland’s manufacturing base and its position as a gateway to Central Europe make this a focused shop window for automation brands. A Hall B stand puts you in front of engineers, integrators and plant managers with active projects, and the free visitor ticket widens reach without a paywall.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Halls & areas
1Ptak Warsaw Expo, Al. Katowicka 62, 05-830 Nadarzyn, Poland
Entrances & gates
Main gate, Al. Katowicka
Visitor registration and badge collection are in the main foyer.
Free visitor parking, about 15,000 spaces; arrive before 09:30 on day one for the closest bays.
15,000 spaces ·
Cloakrooms are available in the halls; use the one nearest the Hall B entrance.
Small suitcases can be left at the hall cloakroom; large cases and pallets are not accepted.
Food options
Catering points in the halls, Ptak Warsaw Expo restaurant area
On-site diningParking: Free on-site parking for visitors, with around 15,000 spaces across the Ptak Warsaw Expo grounds; follow signs for Hall B.
Gate: Enter through the main Ptak Warsaw Expo gate on Al. Katowicka and follow Hall B signage; registration desks are inside the main foyer.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Standard visitor registration
Free e-ticket after online registration or at the show office.
Ticket info
Badge collection
Register online for a free e-badge; bring photo ID to the main foyer desk. An invitation alone does not guarantee entry.
Ticket notes
Online or on-site registration gives a free entrance ticket. Children under 7 enter free; visitors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the whole visit.
Who runs the show
Ptak Warsaw Expo
Organiser and venue operator
What's on
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Visitors: 13,342
Exhibitors: 231
Floor area: 25,000 sqm
Edition #: 5
Exhibitor countries: 28
This edition
2027
Visitors: 14,500
Exhibitors: 250
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
Warsaw Industry Automatica 2026 filled Ptak Warsaw Expo on 12–14 May with robot cells, control and vision systems, and an Industry 4.0 conference programme.
New this edition
Automation & Robotics Summit
Conference stream with panels and workshops on automation and robotics trends, staged alongside the exhibition.
SourceImpact
A compact, engineering-led show in one hall, close to Warsaw and its airport, makes Warsaw Industry Automatica efficient for buyers who need to compare automation components rather than tour a multi-hall industrial week. The 2026 floor used about 25,000 sqm, so most visitors can cover the relevant suppliers in a day or two.
Audience quality
The audience is weighted toward automation and control engineers, production and maintenance managers, integrators and plant purchasers. Coverage of the 2026 edition puts Polish visitors at 83% and other European visitors at 17%, which suits suppliers building a Polish partner network before wider EU expansion.
Exhibitor outcomes
ROI depends on distributor and integrator meetings rather than raw footfall. A 25,000 sqm hall and roughly 13,000 visitors give realistic lead volumes for a focused stand; exhibitors should book meetings in advance because the show runs only three days and the visitor base is heavily Polish.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Poland is the largest manufacturing economy in Central Europe and a low-cost, high-skill base for automotive, battery, appliance and electronics production. That concentration creates steady demand for robot cells, vision inspection, PLCs and drives, and makes Warsaw a practical meeting point for Polish integrators and their European suppliers.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Cobots move from demo to production
Collaborative robots are being deployed for machine tending, palletising and assembly in small and mid-sized Polish plants that cannot justify a fully caged cell.
What it changes: Buyers want live cycle-time and safety demonstrations, not catalogue specifications.
Vision and AI inspection at the line
Camera-based inspection with AI classification is spreading from quality labs to inline checking, driven by battery, electronics and automotive quality requirements.
What it changes: Vision suppliers that can show real defect images and integration stories stand out.
Retrofit and energy efficiency
Rising power costs are pushing factories to retrofit drives, sensors and monitoring onto existing lines before committing to wholly new plants.
What it changes: Retrofit-friendly components and measurable energy savings are a strong exhibitor message.
Warsaw Industry Automatica sits between the big German shows and the autumn Central European industrial calendar. Buyers often pair it with Hannover Messe for launches and with SPS Nuremberg for controls and software.
Hannover Messe 2027
Hannover, Germany
Dates from the circuit calendar; confirm on the organiser site before booking.
websiteSPS – Smart Production Solutions 2027
Nuremberg, Germany
Dates are indicative for the November circuit slot; confirm with the organiser.
websiteAutomatica Munich 2028
Munich, Germany
Biennial circuit; exact 2028 dates are indicative and should be confirmed.
websiteSpring 2027
Two trips five weeks apart; combine into one Central European sales push.
Autumn 2027
Use for controls and software follow-up after the Warsaw introductions.
Circuit rows are editorial planning guidance; only the Warsaw dates were fetched from the official site.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Main international gateway; taxis and ride-hailing go directly to Ptak Warsaw Expo.
about 12 km
to venue
15–25 minutes
by car
Low-cost gateway north of Warsaw; allow extra time in peak traffic.
about 55 km
to venue
60–75 minutes
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 55–85 / night
Simple rooms with tram or bus access to the city centre; 25–40 minutes to the venue by car.
sourceUSD 110–170 / night
Best balance for show week; airport hotels shorten the morning transfer to Nadarzyn.
sourceUSD 200–320 / night
Five-star options for hosted buyers and senior teams; book well before May.
sourceGet around the city with these convenient transport options.
City bus
Buy a ZTM ticket from a machine or on board; Paszków is in ticket zone 2.
Taxi or ride-hailing
Use a metered taxi or app; agree the fare before departure and allow for S8 traffic.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen short-stay visa (type C) | Business visitors from countries without a Schengen visa-free arrangement | $100.00 | About 15 working days |
EU/EEA and many other passport holders can enter visa-free for short business trips; check the current Schengen list before booking.
Poland accepts ATA Carnets for qualifying temporary exhibits and professional equipment; confirm the code and customs procedure with a broker before shipping.
Official visa pageWeather
May in Warsaw is mild and changeable: roughly 8–19°C, with sunny spells and about 10–12 rain days across the month. Mornings can be cool and the halls are air-conditioned, so bring a light jacket.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
EU roaming applies for EU SIM cards; Polish 5G and venue Wi-Fi cover the halls. Business visitors from outside the EU should buy a local prepaid data package for the week.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business etiquette
Polish meetings are direct and punctual. Use titles and surnames on first contact, shake hands, and keep small talk brief before technical detail.
Tipping and payments
Cards are widely accepted. Tip 10% in restaurants if service is not included; taxis and ride-hailing are usually paid by card in the app.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Book six to eight weeks ahead for May; Modlin (WMI) low-cost flights can be cheaper but add an hour by road.
Book flightsSchengen rules apply. Visa-free business travellers can enter for short trips; others need a type C visa before travel.
Estimated cost: About USD 100 (90 EUR visa fee, plus service fees)
Processing: About 15 working days; apply at least six weeks before travel
Bring an invitation letter, accommodation booking, travel insurance and proof of funds. The show invitation alone does not guarantee entry.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: From Chopin Airport, take a taxi or ride-hailing car (about 20–30 minutes, 60–100 PLN) or a city train to the centre and a bus or taxi onward.
Hotel → venue: From central Warsaw, allow 30–45 minutes by car or 50–70 minutes by bus with a change at P+R Al. Krakowska.
Ride-hail: Uber, Bolt and FreeNow operate in Warsaw; confirm the pickup point at the terminal.
Public transit: Bus lines 703 and 711 connect P+R Al. Krakowska with Paszków near the venue; buy a zone 2 ticket.
Parking: Free on-site parking with around 15,000 spaces; follow signs for Hall B and arrive before 09:30.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: May
Temperature: 8–19°C
Seasonality: Changeable spring weather with sunny spells and 10–12 rain days across the month.
Packing: Pack layers, a light waterproof jacket and comfortable shoes; the halls are cool in the morning and warm at midday.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: 2027-05-12
Day two usually has the fullest programme and the most settled exhibitor routines, while day one is busiest at registration. If you only have one day, aim for 12 May and book meetings before 11:00.
Book the free ticket and check the summit programme — Registration is free but an invitation alone does not guarantee entry.
Book flights and a hotel with free cancellation — Chopin Airport is closest; central Warsaw hotels fill for May.
Build a shortlist of exhibitors mapped to Hall B — Group robot, vision and controls targets into a walking route.
Confirm meetings and download tickets or the app — Ask for a specific stand and a named contact.
Check travel, weather and badge documents — Bring photo ID and a light waterproof layer.
Arrive, park and collect the badge
Main gate and foyer, Ptak Warsaw ExpoRobot and cobot demonstrations, first supplier meetings
Hall B, robotics zoneLunch and informal networking
Venue food courtVision, controls and integrator meetings; summit session
Hall B and summit stageWarsaw Old Town
UNESCO City Walk
About 30–40 minutes by car from the venue
Rebuilt Old Town, Rynek Starego Miasta and the Royal Castle make an easy half-day after the show.
Wilanów Palace
Historic Palace and Gardens
About 20–30 minutes by car from the venue
A quieter Baroque palace and park south of the city, close to the Nadarzyn side of Warsaw.
Exhibitor networking zone
On-site lounge
The organiser promotes a dedicated networking area for exhibitors and visitors; ask at the main desk for the 2027 location.
Hall B coffee points
Informal meeting point
The hall catering points are the practical place for short follow-up conversations between meetings.
Warsaw Industry Automatica is a three-day, single-hall show with a heavily Polish audience. Speed matters: most buyers will compare several suppliers in the week after the fair.
Budget
Shell scheme
PLN 650–900 / m²
Raw space
PLN 350–550 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
No 2027 exhibitor manual or per-square-metre tariff was published. Bands are modelled from comparable Ptak Warsaw Expo automation shows and should be replaced by the organiser quote.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
booth
exhibitor · shell_9
PLN 5850–8100 / stand
hotel
visitor · mid
USD 110–170 / night
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| booth | exhibitor | shell_9 | PLN 5850–8100 / stand | estimate | 2026-11-01 |
| hotel | visitor | mid | USD 110–170 / night | estimate | 2026-11-01 |
Decision
Six quick questions to decide whether to visit, exhibit or skip Warsaw Industry Automatica 2027.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What do you want from Warsaw Industry Automatica 2027?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You need to compare robot, vision or control options before a 2027 purchase.
Best for
Engineers, plant managers and buyers with a live automation project
Min. budget
$600.00
Timeline
Book the free ticket and travel by April 2027
Risks
One hall can still take a full day
May hotel rates rise late
exhibit
You want distributor meetings and qualified Polish leads in one three-day window.
Best for
Robot, component, software and integration suppliers targeting Poland
Min. budget
$6,000.00
Timeline
Commit 90 days before the show for space, build and freight
Risks
A live robot cell needs power, guarding and venue approval
Polish-language sales support matters
skip
Your next automation decision is more than 18 months away.
Best for
Teams with no Central European pipeline or 2027 project
Timeline
Reassess for the 2028 circuit
Risks
Missing a low-cost first look at the Polish market
Book with
Ptak Warsaw Expo
Poland’s largest exhibition and congress centre and the operator of Warsaw Industry Automatica, with 143,000 sqm of indoor space and 15,000 parking spaces.
Venue operator named on the official event and venue pages.
LOT Polish Airlines
Poland’s flag carrier, with direct routes from European and selected long-haul cities into Warsaw Chopin Airport.
Travel provider for the destination; no 2027 event partnership was confirmed.
Silesian University of Technology – Center for Industry 4.0
A research and conference partner whose Industry 4.0 centre has supported the show’s automation conference programme.
Named in show coverage as a conference partner; commercial status not confirmed.
Polish Investment and Trade Agency (PAIH)
Poland’s trade and investment promotion agency, useful for foreign exhibitors evaluating a Polish subsidiary or distribution partner.
Public body relevant to market entry; not named as an event partner.
Recommended providers
Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Official Schengen visa guidance and consulate links.
Compare central Warsaw and airport hotels with free cancellation.
Direct services into Warsaw Chopin; book six to eight weeks ahead for May.
Exhibition freight and customs support into Poland; ask for ATA Carnet handling.
Travel and exhibition liability cover; confirm robot-demo and equipment limits.
Official city guide for Old Town, Wilanów and post-show trips.
Mobile lead capture and CRM follow-up; export daily and assign owners.
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