Industrie40Kon

Industrie40Kon is a European initiative and event platform focused on advancing Industry 4.0 technologies in the manufacturing sector. It functions as a network for companies, research institutions, and public authorities to share knowledge, coordinate pilot projects, and develop common approaches to digitalization, automation, and data interoperability.

The platform was created through collaboration among industry associations, universities, and technology providers in the mid-2010s. It operates through an annual conference, regional events, working groups, and an online knowledge base. Core topics include smart factories, cyber-physical systems, the Internet of Things, digital twins, artificial intelligence in manufacturing, cybersecurity, and data governance.

Organisation and governance are led by a non-profit association or consortium with member companies and research partners. Funding for activities comes from member contributions, sponsorships, and public research grants. The structure supports cross-sector participation and regional implementation efforts.

Industrie40Kon aims to facilitate knowledge transfer, promote interoperability, and accelerate the adoption of Industry 4.0 practices. It produces publications, guidelines, and pilot project reports intended to inform practitioners and policymakers, and to help standardization bodies incorporate practical experiences from member activities.

Impact and reception of Industrie40Kon vary by region, but the platform is generally viewed as a forum for collaboration and knowledge exchange that complements formal research programs and sector-specific initiatives in digital manufacturing.