Agenda
Exquisite topics and speakers in Berlin
2-DAY CONFERENCE PROGRAM WITH THOUGHT LEADERS FROM THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
The conference program is organized around the theme "Accelerating digital and green building together".
4 strategic pillars will be addressed on both days of the conference. The speakers' contributions will shed light on these topics:
Software, digitalization, and automation
Sustainability and Zero Emission
New world order and value chains
Policy and legislation
Day 1
October 10, 2023
- 08.00 - 09.00
Check-in & networking at the exhibition
Estrel Congress Center, Sonnenallee 225, 12057 Berlin Estrel Congress Center, Sonnenallee 225, 12057 Berlin - 09.00 - 09.15
Opening and networking kick-off
Prof. Dr. Johannes Walther
Gründer, IPM AGProf. Dr. Johannes Walther
Gründer, IPM AG - 09.15 - 09.35Keynote: New world order and value chains
Building transformation: shaping the future cooperatively, digitally and sustainably
Tim-Oliver Müller
Hauptgeschäftsführer, Hauptverband der Deutschen Bauindustrie e.V.Tim-Oliver Müller
Hauptgeschäftsführer, Hauptverband der Deutschen Bauindustrie e.V. - 09.35 - 09.55Keynote: politics and legislation
The role of the construction industry and construction machinery in the European energy transition
Dr. Dirk Ebersbach
Geschäftsführer, VIA IMC GmbHDr. Dirk Ebersbach
Geschäftsführer, VIA IMC GmbH - 09.55 - 10.15Keynote: sustainability and zero emission
Sustainability in the construction and real estate industry: decarbonization over the building life cycle
Dr. Michael Six
Geschäftsführer, GOLDBECK Deutschland GmbHDr. Michael Six
Geschäftsführer, GOLDBECK Deutschland GmbH - 10.15 - 10.35Keynote: Software, Digitization and Automation
Overview: Where are autonomous machines and robots in use? How will they change the construction world?
Dr. Christian Lange
Head of R&D, Wacker Neuson Produktion GmbH & Co. KGDr. Christian Lange
Head of R&D, Wacker Neuson Produktion GmbH & Co. KG - 10.35 - 11.30
Coffee break and networking in the exhibition
Guided tour of the action area site in the exhibition - 11.30 - 12.00Panel Discussion: politics and legislation
Bridges, roads, tunnels, cycle paths, rail network: How to make infrastructure fit for the future?
Jörg Majoli
Geschäftsführer, Avant Tecno Deutschland GmbHJörg Majoli
Geschäftsführer, Avant Tecno Deutschland GmbHDiana Mittendorfer
Prokuristin, POLA Landschaftsarchitekten GmbHDiana Mittendorfer
Prokuristin, POLA Landschaftsarchitekten GmbHJörg Wellmeyer
Commercial Head Tunneling Germany and International, Implenia Construction GmbHJörg Wellmeyer
Commercial Head Tunneling Germany and International, Implenia Construction GmbHModeration: Prof. Dr. Alexander Tsipoulanidis
Professor, HWR BerlinModeration: Prof. Dr. Alexander Tsipoulanidis
Professor, HWR Berlin - 12.00 - 12.20Keynote: New world order and value chains
Supply Chain of the Future - What the Pandemic and Supply Chain Crisis Taught Us
Thomas Frenzel
Managing Director & Chief Operating Officer, Ammann Verdichtung GmbHThomas Frenzel
Managing Director & Chief Operating Officer, Ammann Verdichtung GmbH - 12.20 - 12.40Keynote: Software, digitalization and automation
E-Construction in Germany: How sustainable construction machines are going into series production
Christian Paffen
Geschäftsleitung, Swecon Baumaschinen GmbHChristian Paffen
Geschäftsleitung, Swecon Baumaschinen GmbHJulia Häser
Leiterin Marketing & Produktmanagement, Swecon Baumaschinen GmbHJulia Häser
Leiterin Marketing & Produktmanagement, Swecon Baumaschinen GmbH - 12.00 - 14.00
Women in Construction Summit
Presentations, networking and lunch - 12.40 - 13.50
Lunch break and networking in the exhibition
Participate in the action area in the exhibition - 13.50 - 14.35Panel Discussion: software, digitization and autonomization
AI becomes the new electricity - (How) Can it help make the construction industry and machines more efficient?
Daniel Bachmann
Head of Digital Products and Services, LIEBHERR Components AGDaniel Bachmann
Head of Digital Products and Services, LIEBHERR Components AGFrank Dahlhoff
Geschäftsführer, Sitech Deutschland GmbHFrank Dahlhoff
Geschäftsführer, Sitech Deutschland GmbHDaniela Niederstaetter
Head of Rental, Niederstätter AG SpADaniela Niederstaetter
Head of Rental, Niederstätter AG SpADietmar Bernert
Vice President Business Development, Hexagon GeosystemsDietmar Bernert
Vice President Business Development, Hexagon GeosystemsErik Lautner
Geschäftsführer, HYDAC Software GmbHErik Lautner
Geschäftsführer, HYDAC Software GmbHModeration: Prof. Dr. Matthias Tomenendal
Professor, HWR BerlinModeration: Prof. Dr. Matthias Tomenendal
Professor, HWR Berlin - 14.35 - 14.55Keynote: sustainability and zero emission
How can diversity and inclusion benefit the construction industry?
Carole Bachmann
Manager, European Rental AssociationCarole Bachmann
Manager, European Rental Association - 14.55 - 15.15Keynote: Software, digitalization and automation
Smart Construction in practice
Karsten Elles
Market Development Manager, Komatsu Europe InternationalKarsten Elles
Market Development Manager, Komatsu Europe International - 15.15 - 15.50
Coffee break and networking in the exhibition
Participate in the action area in the exhibition - 15.50 - 18.00Workshop: Software, digitalization and autonomization (incl. break)
Executive Workshop: Autonomous Work Machines - Learning Experiences from Practice for the Construction Site of the Future
Alexander Holler
General Manager Electronics Division, Inter ControlAlexander Holler
General Manager Electronics Division, Inter ControlDr. Christoph Müller
Geschäftsführer, MobileTronicsDr. Christoph Müller
Geschäftsführer, MobileTronicsGuido Neumann
Department Leader Embedded Systems, TÜV SÜD Rail GmbHGuido Neumann
Department Leader Embedded Systems, TÜV SÜD Rail GmbHNikola Mitov
Functional Safety Expert, TÜV SÜD GmbHNikola Mitov
Functional Safety Expert, TÜV SÜD GmbH - 15.50 - 17.00
Tech Talks
10-minute Speed Insights
OpenS and MIC4.0 - customer benefits through open interfaces Joachim Schier
Geschäftsführer, Steelwrist Deutschland GmbHOpenS and MIC4.0 - customer benefits through open interfaces Joachim Schier
Geschäftsführer, Steelwrist Deutschland GmbHMinimize downtime: Spare parts procurement with multi-brand databases Daniel Schmerbauch
Geschäftsleiter, Rep.GuideMinimize downtime: Spare parts procurement with multi-brand databases Daniel Schmerbauch
Geschäftsleiter, Rep.GuideHELAX - the recuperative drive for the boom of your electric or hybrid mid-size excavator Dr. Pascal Kiwitz
Head of Innovation, Bucher HydraulicsHELAX - the recuperative drive for the boom of your electric or hybrid mid-size excavator Dr. Pascal Kiwitz
Head of Innovation, Bucher HydraulicsIncreased efficiency of electrified construction machinery through optimized thermal management Josef Graubmann
Geschäftsführer, Ymer Technology GmbHIncreased efficiency of electrified construction machinery through optimized thermal management Josef Graubmann
Geschäftsführer, Ymer Technology GmbHRacing into a net zero future - Intelligent power grids on the construction site Manuel Klein
Geschäftsführer, EKU Power Drives GmbHRacing into a net zero future - Intelligent power grids on the construction site Manuel Klein
Geschäftsführer, EKU Power Drives GmbHTobias Schroth
Technik – Maschinentechnik & Instandhaltung, LEONHARD WEISS Gmbh & Co. KGTobias Schroth
Technik – Maschinentechnik & Instandhaltung, LEONHARD WEISS Gmbh & Co. KGTelematics from the machine manufacturer vs. retrofit solutions: Comparison and contrast with other industries Valentin Ecker
Product Manager IoT, TTControl GmbHTelematics from the machine manufacturer vs. retrofit solutions: Comparison and contrast with other industries Valentin Ecker
Product Manager IoT, TTControl GmbHBridging the Service Gap: AR Video Support in the Construction Equipment Industry Martin Plutz
Gründer & Geschäftsführer, oculavis GmbHBridging the Service Gap: AR Video Support in the Construction Equipment Industry Martin Plutz
Gründer & Geschäftsführer, oculavis GmbH - 17.00 - 17.45
Barcamp(s) in the exhibition
Discuss the following topics together, selected by vote:
Fuel cells and hydrogen in the construction sector - where is the journey heading? Volatile value chains: Impact on the construction industry Managing energy costs - concepts and ideas for the future - 18.00 - 18.30
Champagne reception and networking at the exhibition
- from 18:30
Festive evening reception and gala dinner
Day 2
October 11, 2023
- 08.00 - 09.00
Check-in & networking at the exhibition
Estrel Congress Center, Sonnenallee 225, 12057 Berlin Estrel Congress Center, Sonnenallee 225, 12057 Berlin - 09.00 - 09.10
Opening 2nd conference day
Prof. Dr. Johannes Walther
Gründer, IPM AGProf. Dr. Johannes Walther
Gründer, IPM AG - 09.10 - 09.50Panel Discussion: politics and legislation
Zero-emission policies around the world: What's in store and how to prepare for the technology shift?
Alfred Bacher
Leitung Maschinentechnischer Bereich, ÖSTU-STETTIN Hoch- und Tiefbau GmbHAlfred Bacher
Leitung Maschinentechnischer Bereich, ÖSTU-STETTIN Hoch- und Tiefbau GmbHJürgen Faupel
Geschäftsführer STRASSING GmbH, Stellv. Präsident BVMBJürgen Faupel
Geschäftsführer STRASSING GmbH, Stellv. Präsident BVMBBurkhard Janssen
European Department Head Special Applications & New Technologies, Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NVBurkhard Janssen
European Department Head Special Applications & New Technologies, Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NVDr. Kai Steinfeld
Geschäftsführer, xelectrix Power GmbHDr. Kai Steinfeld
Geschäftsführer, xelectrix Power GmbHModeration: Prof. Dr. Solveig Reißig-Thust
Academic Director MBA, HWR BerlinModeration: Prof. Dr. Solveig Reißig-Thust
Academic Director MBA, HWR Berlin - 09.50 - 10.10Keynote: Software, digitalization and automation
The digitized tire in the overall picture of a smart construction site
Antonio Zarcone
Head – Advanced Engineering, Apollo Tyres Ltd.Antonio Zarcone
Head – Advanced Engineering, Apollo Tyres Ltd. - 10.10 - 10.30Keynote: sustainability and zero emission
Status of new drives: Where do we stand with F-Cell, H2 combustion and batteries?
Ralph Kartscher
General Manager, JCB Deutschland GmbHRalph Kartscher
General Manager, JCB Deutschland GmbH - 10.30 - 11.20
Coffee break and networking in the exhibition
Participate in the action area in the exhibition - 11.20 - 11.40
Tech Talks
10-minute Speed Insights
Measuring with the construction machine! Ralf Pfefferkorn
CEO, Sodex Innovations GmbHMeasuring with the construction machine! Ralf Pfefferkorn
CEO, Sodex Innovations GmbHStart small, save big: How to find an easy entry into app-based tire monitoring Mario Branco
Head of Continental Off-Highway, Continental AGStart small, save big: How to find an easy entry into app-based tire monitoring Mario Branco
Head of Continental Off-Highway, Continental AG - 11.40 - 12.00Keynote: Software, digitalization and automation
Accelerating change: Why the construction industry needs to reinvent itself fast
Prof. Dr. Matthias Flora
BMK Stiftungsprofessur für Tunnel Information Modeling, Universität InnsbruckProf. Dr. Matthias Flora
BMK Stiftungsprofessur für Tunnel Information Modeling, Universität Innsbruck - 12.00 - 12.25Software, digitalization, and automation
Start-Up Pitches
5 start-ups, 5 minutes, 1 stage
All devices always in view - Smart device management with zamics Christian Marx
Co-Founder | Business Owner, Z Lab/ZamicsAll devices always in view - Smart device management with zamics Christian Marx
Co-Founder | Business Owner, Z Lab/ZamicsPurpose design for electric drives Benedikt von Imhoff
Director, Inecosys GmbHPurpose design for electric drives Benedikt von Imhoff
Director, Inecosys GmbHUltra-wideband sensor technology for continuous coating thickness monitoring: real-time applications with highest accuracy Daniela Werner
Applikationsingenieurin, Ilmsens GmbHUltra-wideband sensor technology for continuous coating thickness monitoring: real-time applications with highest accuracy Daniela Werner
Applikationsingenieurin, Ilmsens GmbHThe digital toolbox for the construction site - remote support and interactive work instructions with AR Verena Lange
Business Development Manager, VSight UABThe digital toolbox for the construction site - remote support and interactive work instructions with AR Verena Lange
Business Development Manager, VSight UABNewest developments in construction automation Victor Rodionov
COO, Baubot GmbHNewest developments in construction automation Victor Rodionov
COO, Baubot GmbH - 12.25 - 13.40
Lunch break and networking in the exhibition
Participate in the action area in the exhibition - 13.40 - 14.25Panel Discussion: Sustainability and Zero Emission
Circular Economy - a model for the construction industry?
Dr. Ipek Ölcüm
Geschäftsführerin, Industrieverband Lehmbaustoffe e.V.Dr. Ipek Ölcüm
Geschäftsführerin, Industrieverband Lehmbaustoffe e.V.Dr. Holger Quast
Geschäftsführer, Vemcon GmbHDr. Holger Quast
Geschäftsführer, Vemcon GmbHDr. Dirk Schmitt
Head of Research and Development Department CCA, Heidelberg Materials AGDr. Dirk Schmitt
Head of Research and Development Department CCA, Heidelberg Materials AGAnne-Christin Braun
Gründerin und Geschäftsführerin, Braun & Humpert GbRAnne-Christin Braun
Gründerin und Geschäftsführerin, Braun & Humpert GbRModeration: Prof. Dr. Alexander Tsipoulanidis
Professor, HWR BerlinModeration: Prof. Dr. Alexander Tsipoulanidis
Professor, HWR Berlin - 14.25 - 14.55Closing panel Ddiscussion: politics and legislation
Residential construction, energy transition, climate change and co.: views and outlook from the construction value chain
Christian Hülsewig
Founder & CEO, Schüttflix GmbHChristian Hülsewig
Founder & CEO, Schüttflix GmbHProf. Dr. Katharina Kleinschrot
Professorin, TU DresdenProf. Dr. Katharina Kleinschrot
Professorin, TU DresdenDietmar Bernert
Vice President Business Development, Hexagon GeosystemsDietmar Bernert
Vice President Business Development, Hexagon GeosystemsBurkhard Janssen
European Department Head Special Applications & New Technologies, Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NVBurkhard Janssen
European Department Head Special Applications & New Technologies, Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NVModeration: Prof. Dr. Solveig Reißig-Thust
Academic Director MBA, HWR BerlinModeration: Prof. Dr. Solveig Reißig-Thust
Academic Director MBA, HWR Berlin - 14:55
Wrap-up of Construction Equipment Forum 2023 and outlook for 2024
Prof. Dr. Johannes Walther
Gründer, IPM AGProf. Dr. Johannes Walther
Gründer, IPM AG