Conference Description
Key Takeaways
- Technical conference addressing cybersecurity challenges across the automotive value chain, from OEMs to Tier 1 suppliers
- Focus on regulatory compliance including ISO 21434, GB 44495, and the Cyber Resilience Act
- Coverage of software-defined vehicle security, post-quantum cryptography, and supply chain risk management
- Participation from Ferrari, Bentley Motors, Renault Group, Volkswagen, NXP Semiconductors, and other industry leaders
- In-person event held at the Marriott Munich Hotel, Germany
About the Event
Automotive Cyber Security Europe 2026 convenes professionals from across the automotive industry to address the increasing complexity of cyber threats targeting connected vehicles and software-defined vehicle architectures. The 2026 theme, “Build Resilience & Adopt New Security Methodologies to Navigate a Growing Threat & Standards Landscape,” reflects the conference’s emphasis on practical implementation rather than theoretical discussion.
The programme features keynote presentations, panel discussions, and networking sessions designed for both technical practitioners and executive leadership. Exhibition opportunities allow technology vendors to demonstrate solutions alongside educational content.
Technical and Regulatory Focus
The conference addresses multiple security domains within automotive organisations: product and vehicle security, IT/OT security, manufacturing security, application security, and embedded security. Sessions examine how these traditionally separate disciplines must integrate as vehicles become increasingly software-defined.
Regulatory compliance forms a significant portion of the programme. Content covers ISO 21434 (the international standard for automotive cybersecurity engineering), China’s GB 44495 requirements, and the European Cyber Resilience Act. The event explores how global compliance frameworks interact and how emerging markets, particularly China, are influencing security requirements across the industry.
Post-quantum cryptography readiness and supply chain risk management feature prominently, reflecting growing concerns about long-term cryptographic security and third-party vulnerabilities in complex automotive supply networks.
Industry Participation
Notable organisations participating include Ferrari, Bentley Motors, Renault Group, Volkswagen, NXP Semiconductors, Texas Instruments, Harman, BlueVoyant, Swissbit AG, Renesas Electronics, AUMOVIO, JCB, Marquardt, and GlobalPlatform. This mix of OEMs, semiconductor manufacturers, and security specialists reflects the cross-functional nature of automotive cybersecurity challenges.
Who Should Attend
The event targets senior professionals including cybersecurity managers, product security managers, IT/OT security leads, R&D directors, governance project managers, and technical architects. Attendees typically represent OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and technology vendors. The programme also addresses professionals from adjacent sectors such as agriculture, robotics, and defence where similar vehicle and machinery security challenges apply.