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5 can’t-miss sessions at the Future of Electrification 2026
The annual Future of Electrification virtual conference brings together engineers, product developers, and technical leaders driving innovation in industrial and commercial vehicle electrification.
Every session at the virtual conference (which is hosted by our parent company ZAPI GROUP) is valuable, exploring how electrification has moved beyond early adoption into a phase of real-world impact.
Here are our picks of 5 can’t-miss sessions at the Future of Electrification 2026.
The Future of Electrification Virtual Conference – April 21 & 22, 2026
2026 marks the fifth year of the virtual conference. Attendees can expect inspirational panel discussions as well as technical presentations from some of the best in the business. Join for free from anywhere in the world on April 21 and 22, 2026. If you can’t make the scheduled time, register anyway to have a recording sent to your inbox after the event.
Keynote: What Actually Drives Transformation in the Age of AI
Tuesday 21 Apr 1:00 PM
In a keynote address, Michelle Dickinson PhD., explores What Actually Drives Transformation in the Age of AI. This can’t-miss session offers technical leaders practical tools to cut through the hype and navigate what’s ahead.
Breakthroughs don’t happen when one technology gets good enough: they happen when multiple systems mature together and the humans working with them learn to think differently.
For industrial electrification, that convergence is underway thanks to AI, battery technology, charging infrastructure, autonomous systems, and connected platforms all aligning. The industrial electrification sector has built the foundation, and now it’s positioned to lead. To do this, humans must remain central and understand that AI’s value isn’t in replacing expertise, it’s in freeing skilled professionals to focus on the problem-solving, judgment, and decisions that matter most.
Re Engineering the Jobsite: ZAPI GROUP’s Lessons from Electrifying a Compact Dumper
Tuesday 21 Apr 3:00 PM
What does electrification really look like? In this session, see how ZAPI GROUP converted a diesel dumper into a fully electric, 96V prototype and what this means for OEMs beginning their electrification journey.
This session highlights the integration process, real test results, and how these Lessons from Electrifying a Compact Dumper can serve as a blueprint for future electric construction machines.
Keynote: Mobile Robotics 2026 – Trends in Logistics Automation
Wednesday – 22 Apr 2:00 PM
In this in-depth interview, Javier Miguélez, a leading authority in mobile robotics and logistics consulting, will discuss the current state of Mobile Robotics in 2026 with Matt Wade of BlueBotics.
Attendees will learn why the mobile robot industry is in “heavy flux” – with many vehicle producers being acquired, losing money, or even fighting bankruptcy – and Javier will advise potential AGV and AMR users how to mitigate supplier risk when making their investment decisions.
The discussion will also explore: why 1 in 3 of today’s mobile robot projects fail (including expert suggestions to help attendees avoid the same fate); why service is the key to long-term mobile robot success; and what the industry might look like in 5-10 years’ time.
Fully Integrated Automation – ZAPI GROUP Solutions for AGVs & AMRs
Wednesday 22 Apr 3:00 PM
What does Fully Integrated Automation look like? In this session, Dr. Nicola Tomatis, CEO at BlueBotics is joined by Luca Bandiera, Business Development AGV Manager at ZAPI GROUP to discuss the importance of what goes into an automated vehicle. They will cover some key mistakes to avoid, including focusing on the wrong costs, and why it’s important to really know your application.
Questions from the audience are welcomed, so come prepared and stay for the Q&A at the end of the session.
Panel: Leadership in Electrification: Navigating Global Markets, Innovation and Industry Transformation
Wednesday 22 Apr 5:00 PM (CEST)
The end goal is electrification. But the path to electrification is different for different industrial sectors, global regions and regulatory environments. Meanwhile, companies must balance innovation across electrification, automation and AI while managing economic pressures and evolving customer demands.
This panel discussion will explore Leadership in Electrification: how industry leaders are navigating these complexities, collaborating across the ecosystem and making strategic decisions to continue innovation and growth in the global electrification market.
And more…
These are our pick of sessions for the Future of Electrification 2026 virtual conference, but the entire event is packed with valuable insights from industry leaders.
Don’t miss out. Check out the full agenda, and register now.
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