Emerson Exchange 2026 registration opens for global automation professionals

Emerson has opened registration for Emerson Exchange 2026, its annual automation technology users conference scheduled for May 19–21 at the Dubai World Trade Center. The event will be held in the Middle East for the first time and is expected to draw more than 2,000 attendees from over 50 countries.

According to Emerson, the conference will focus on advancements shaping the future of industrial automation, including intelligent operations, digital transformation, production optimization, safety, and energy transition. More than 300 expert-led technical sessions are planned, along with case studies that show how automation technologies are improving reliability, productivity, and sustainability across global industries.

The event will also feature a 5,000-square-meter interactive technology expo displaying Emerson’s latest automation solutions and partner innovations. Executives, engineers, and operations professionals will have opportunities for hands-on learning through training courses offering over 600 seats. Industry-specific forums will address topics relevant to sectors such as oil and gas, refining, chemical processing, power, life sciences, and metals and mining.

Emerson stated that the Dubai location reflects the region’s growing investment in next-generation automation technologies and its aim to accelerate progress in advanced manufacturing. Registration details and the full conference agenda are available on the event website.