You think – innovation is only for Startups?
- Oberhafenquartier
- 18. Juni 2026
- 10 Uhr
The Hamburg Innovation Summit 2026
Innovation made in Hamburg – worth sharing with the world
The Hamburg Innovations Summit (HHIS) is the largest innovation event in Hamburg and the metropolitan region. On 5+ stages and across more than 1,800 sqm expo area Hamburg’s innovation community presents practical solutions and inspiring insights.
Through networking, collaboration and the opportunity to actively contribute, HHIS opens new paths for innovators to tackle local challenges and drive positive global change.
Become part of a movement that creates real impact.
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Look forward to three powerful inspirational talks from our HHIS ambassadors, interdisciplinary panels on the major HHIS focus topics and dynamic pitches from startups and local heroes from Hamburg’s innovation scene.
Additionally you can look forward to science pitches, interactive masterclasses, digital matchmaking and plenty opportunities for real life networking.
In short: visions, ideas, insights and encounters that inspire action.
The HHIS is a meet and greet between innovation enthusiasts and innovators from politics, business, and science. Inspiration, practical know-how and a network shaping Hamburg’s future – that’s what HHIS offers especially for young talents, hands-on makers from SMEs as well as innovation drivers from corporations and startups. Whether you’re looking for a first spark or your next big milestone
– HHIS helps you level up!
Discover Hamburg’s innovation across four thematically curated halls spanning a total of 1,800 square meters! Innovation hubs, startups, established companies, and research institutions present market-ready solutions, hands-on guidance and innovations you can experience firsthand – at the HHIS Expo where Hamburg’s innovation strength comes to life.
The 10 HHIS focus topics are inspired by Hamburg’s regional innovation strategy and run throughout the entire program – on stage and in the expo.
From AI & data science to talent & education, social & impact innovation, mobility, skilled trades 4.0, health and entrepreneurship – these topics reflect what shapes Hamburg’s innovation scene.
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About us
Innovation starts with curiosity
Connect with innovators and visionaries who are passionate about shaping the future. Share ideas, explore solutions, and tackle challenges together. Get inspired by speakers with fresh perspectives and see how interdisciplinary collaboration sparks real innovation. Step off the beaten path, try new things, and help build the world of tomorrow – join a network that’s making a positive impact. That’s the Hamburg Innovation Summit.
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HHIS Focus Topics 2026
Where to find us
The HHIS is based in the Oberhafenquartier. On June 18, 2026 the various meeting spaces across the site will become the place to be for Hamburg’s innovation scene.
Headquarter
- Networking Area
- Expo
- Corporate
- Science
- Research
Social Innovation Corner
- Social Innovation Box
- Masterclasses
- Expo
- Social & Impact Innovation
- Education
Collaboration Lab
- Kitchen Talks
- Collaboration Stage
- Expo
- Hamburger Cluster
Summit Stage
- Summit Stage
- Keynote & Panel
Local Hero Stage
- Local Hero Stage
- Panels & Pitches
Mix & Match Area
- Masterclasses
- Matchmaking
- Talent & Education
Startup Area
- Startup Stage
- Startup Matchmaking
- "Machbar"
- Expo
- HHIS Finalists
- Create
- Connect
- Collaborate