The 360 Tech Industry 2026 event, held on May 20 and 21, 2026, took place at Exponor, located in the city of Porto, Portugal. Recognized for its 360º approach, the exhibition was designed to serve and interconnect all industrial sectors. The event features the latest technological innovations in the areas of robotics, automation, composites, molds, subcontracting, and industrial maintenance.
Innovation, technology, and strategic connections
The main focus of the 2026 edition was the transition to Industry 5.0, a new paradigm for the digital transformation of the production sector. This complements the advances brought by Industry 4.0 and has as its primary objectives increasing the efficiency and sustainability of production cycles, as well as the humanization of the use of artificial intelligence.

In addition, the event is a favorable environment for generating business, considering that 88% of exhibitors formed new partnerships in previous years. This year's edition featured startups and companies that are shaping the new industrial reality, showcasing solutions aimed at digitalization, operational intelligence, error reduction, energy efficiency, and the improvement of production processes.
SoftExpert Suite: The Definitive Answer to the Challenges of Industry 4.0 and 5.0
One of the event's highlights was the SoftExpert booth, and for good reason: the innovative integrated management technology of SoftExpert Suite. Attendees were introduced to SoftExpert Suite's major technological differentiator: an innovative architecture that seamlessly connects people, processes, and technology within a single digital and collaborative environment.

Through this structured convergence, the platform empowers a wide variety of organizations to overcome the main challenge discussed at the event: responding with agility to the demanding requirements brought by Industry 4.0 and 5.0. The implementation of this top-tier solution results in greater operational efficiency, ensuring organizations maintain a competitive advantage in the face of the global market's high demands.
