it-sa grows: NürnbergMesse launches new cyber conference in 2027

<p>NürnbergMesse is continuing to expand its IT security portfolio: With the <strong>it-sa CONFERENCE</strong>, a new event format will launch on October 5 and 6, 2027 in Nuremberg, designed to consolidate strategic debates and international perspectives on Europe's cybersecurity. This is how the organizer is responding to the growing political and social relevance of the topic – and is consistently continuing the successful model of the it-sa Expo&Congress.</p>

<h2>Three pillars for an ecosystem</h2> <p>With the new conference, a three-part it-sa ecosystem emerges that addresses different needs of the cybersecurity community. The structure at a glance:</p> <ul> <li><strong>it-sa CONFERENCE:</strong> The place for strategic discussions, political perspectives and international viewpoints on Europe's cybersecurity – launching October 5 and 6, 2027 in Nuremberg.</li> <li><strong>it-sa EXPO:</strong> Europe's leading trade fair for cybersecurity with technologies, products and solutions across the entire market – next date: October 27-29, 2026 at Nuremberg Exhibition Centre.</li> <li><strong>it-sa 365:</strong> The digital knowledge and networking platform that has existed since 2020 for year-round industry exchange.</li> </ul> <p>According to the organizer, the three formats together should form "a unique platform for knowledge, networking and innovation." While the expo focuses on concrete technologies and solutions, the new conference aims to broaden the perspective: on regulatory developments, geopolitical contexts and digital sovereignty.</p>

<h2>Why a dedicated conference makes sense now</h2> <p>NürnbergMesse's reasoning for the new program element is clear: digital transformation is rapidly changing business, society and state structures, while challenges from cyberattacks, geopolitical tensions and new technologies continue to grow. Cybersecurity has thus become a central prerequisite for competitiveness and resilience – a topic that has long gone beyond the traditional IT department and is increasingly being discussed at board level and in politics.</p> <p>The organizer will announce specific details about the program, speakers and participation options for the it-sa CONFERENCE 2027 shortly. Interested parties can already register for updates through a letter of interest.</p>

<h2>The it-sa Expo&Congress as a strong foundation</h2> <p>The expansion builds on a solid foundation. Since 2009, the it-sa Expo&Congress has been considered the central meeting point for decision-makers, experts and IT security professionals from industry, services and public administration. The figures from 2025 underscore the importance of the event: With <strong>28,267 professional visitors from 64 countries</strong> – an increase of nine percent compared to the previous year – and <strong>993 exhibitors</strong> in five halls, the trade fair set new records and confirmed its status as "Home of IT Security."</p> <p>On the exhibitor side, it-sa covers the complete IT security market – from cloud computing to IT forensics to physical IT security. The accompanying congress program Congress@it-sa already provides space today for in-depth professional exchange on specific questions and industry-specific challenges.</p>

<h3>Next dates at a glance</h3> <p>For professional visitors and exhibitors, this provides a clear roadmap: First, the next edition of the it-sa Expo&Congress takes place from <strong>October 27-29, 2026</strong> at Nuremberg Exhibition Centre. Almost a year later comes the premiere of the it-sa CONFERENCE on <strong>October 5 and 6, 2027</strong>, also at the Nuremberg location. The organizer of both formats is NürnbergMesse GmbH.</p> <p>Interest in the upcoming dates is also stirring at the regional level: for example, Bayern Innovativ is promoting a Bavarian joint stand at it-sa 2027 and is calling on Bavarian companies and research institutions to apply for stand modules.</p>

<h2>Conclusion: A strategic move with signaling effect</h2> <p>With the introduction of the it-sa CONFERENCE, NürnbergMesse positions itself clearly as a comprehensive provider for the cybersecurity industry – from practical product presentations to strategic fundamental debates. Given the dynamic threat landscape and increasing regulatory complexity, demand for such a discourse format is likely to grow. Whether the new conference can achieve the same international weight as the established expo will become clear in 2027. What is already certain: Nuremberg will remain a central meeting point for the European IT security community for years to come.</p>