Event

Thinknet 6G Summit 2026

3. December 2026

09:00 - 18:00

Design Offices München Macherei
Weihenstephaner Straße 12
81673 München
Deutschland
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The Thinknet 6G Summit returns for its sixth edition on December 3 in Munich, once again bringing together the international 6G community. Look forward to exciting insights into the latest developments in the communication technologies of the future, inspiring speakers, and fresh perspectives from the worlds of research, industry, and innovation. The summit also offers a wide range of opportunities for discussion and networking with leading industry figures.

Overview

On December 3, the international 6G community will gather in Munich for the next Thinknet 6G Summit—the premier gathering for future technologies, smart networks, and digital innovations. Building on the success of previous years, the summit will once again bring together leading figures from industry, research, and startups to actively shape the next generation of communication technologies. Topics such as AI-native networks, sustainable connectivity, non-terrestrial networks, security and trust, as well as new applications for industry, healthcare, and mobility will take center stage. Look forward to high-profile keynote speeches, engaging discussions, international perspectives, and excellent networking opportunities in Munich.

Agenda

9:00 a.m.

Check-in & Networking

9:30 a.m. – 10:05 a.m.

Welcome and Opening Remarks

10:05 a.m. – 10:25 a.m.

European Commission - DG CONNECT - Keynote Speech

Stefan Lechler

European Commission DG Communications Networks, Content and Technology (CONNECT)

Deputy Head of Unit

Session: AI-Native 6G Networks: Building Intelligence into the Fabric of Connectivity

10:25 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

AI-Native Networks

Sahana Raghunandan

Fraunhofer-Institut für Integrierte Schaltungen IIS

10:45 a.m. – 11:05 a.m.

Infrastructure for AI (Results from the Münchner Kreis Series)

Josef Urban

MÜNCHNER KREIS, Nokia

Member of the Research Committee, Technology Lead

Session: Sustainable Connectivity in the 6G Era: Innovation with Purpose

11:05 a.m. – 11:25 a.m.

Sustainable Connectivity

Dr. Elke Roth-Mandutz

Fraunhofer-Institut für Integrierte Schaltungen IIS

Group Manager Mobile Communications

Francesca Sartori

Nokia

Head of Environmental and Responsible AI Leadership

11:25 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

Sustainable Connectivity

Prof. Dr. Dr. Marja Matinmikko-Blue

University of Oulu, Finland

Director of Sustainability and Regulation of the 6G Flagship, University of Oulu, Finland

11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.

Lunch & Networking

Session: Thinking in 3D: The Next Frontier of Wireless Networks

1:15 p.m. – 1:35 p.m.

Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN)

Dr. Sandro Scalise

DLR Institute of Communications and Navigation

Head of Satellite Networks Department

1:35 p.m. – 1:55 p.m.

Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN)

Marco Guadalupi

Sateliot

Co-Founder & CTO

1:55 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.

Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN)

Alexander Pabst

Rohde & Schwarz, Munich

Vice President Market Segment Wireless Communication

Session: The Trust Imperative: Foundations for Secure 6G Connectivity

2:15 p.m. – 2:35 p.m.

Security & Trust

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Norman Franchi

Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Chair of Intelligent Technical Electronics and Systems

2:35 p.m. – 2:55 p.m.

Security & Trust

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Wolfgang Kellerer

Technische Universität München (TUM)

Chair of Communication Networks

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Antonia Wachter-Zeh

Technische Universität München, TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology, LS für Kommunikationsnetze

2:55 p.m. – 3:40 p.m.

Coffee Break & Networking

Session: 6G in Action: Turning Network Innovation into Real-World Value

3:40 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Future Applications for Industry and Healthcare

Prof. Dr. med. Dirk Wilhelm

Technical University of Munich, School of Medicine and Health

Managing Senior Physician, Head of the Center for Clinical Robotics, Chairman of the CTAC

4:00 p.m. – 4:20 p.m.

Future Applications for Industry and Healthcare

Clemens Möllenhoff

University of Leipzig, Faculty of Medicine, Innovation Center for Computer-Assisted Surgery (ICCAS)

Research Associate for innovative & networked medical technology

4:20 p.m. – 4:40 p.m.

Future Applications for Industry and Healthcare

Dr. Eva Russwurm

Intelligent Technical Electronics and Systems, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Senior Researcher

4:40 p.m. – 4:50 p.m.

Concluding Remarks & Outlook

Matthias Hafner

Bayern Innovativ GmbH, Nuremberg

Innovation network Digitization, Head of Thinknet 6G

*Preliminary agenda — agenda is subject to change.

Why Participate? - Highlights from 2025

Another view of the exhibition on the Thinknet 6G Summit

People explaining and listening on the Thinknet 6G Summit exhibition.

A booth on the Thinknet 6G Summit, with a woman puting data into a PC to steer a robotic arm.

A look into one side of the Thinknet 6G Summit exhibition, showing the booths on the sides and people in the middle.

People in the audience listening to the speaker on the Thinknet 6G Summit

Michael Doubrava speaking on the stage of the Thinknet 6G Summit

Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Kellerer, presenting Dr- Alexandra-Gwyn Paetz his booth.

Prof. Dr. Norman Franchi shaking hands with Dr. Alexandra-Gwyn Paetz on the exhibition of the Thinknet 6G Summit.

People sitting in front of the Thinknet 6G Summit stage, listening to the speaker and taking notes.

Prof. Dr. Giovanni Del Galdo speaking on the stage of the Thinknet 6G Summit.

Dr. Alexandra-Gwyn Paetz at a booth on the Thinknet 6G Summit

Showing a panel discussion with six people in good mood.

People at the networking dinner on the first evening of the Thinknet 6G Summit.

The entrance to the Thinknet 6G Summit stage, showing a sign with "Plenary Sessions" on it.

Benedikt Baier in front of the 6G-life booth, explaining the project on the Thinknet 6G Summit.

A view into the exhibition, showing a man with augmented reality glasses on his head and a 4-leged robot in front.

The panel discussion on quantum communication at the stage of the Thinknet 6G Summit.

The Closing Panel with the new Core-Team of the Thinknet 6G.

Dr. Alexandra-Gwyn Paetz, speaking on the stage of the Thinknet 6G Summit

Dr. Markus Wittmann speaking on the stage of the Thinknet 6G Summit

Exhibiting Companies 2025

5G - Stadt - Land - Leben retten

6G-Anna

6G Health

6G-life

6G Sandbox

6G-ReS

6G Bavaria

6G Plattform

FORnanaSatellites

LOLASAT

Open6GHub

QUARKS

The Log of CipherCell, showing a spiral with a checkmark in de middle and the written name on the right side. — CipherCell

Smart Small Satellite Systems - S4

Augusta Space GmbH

Comsentry

6G-TakeOff

SlicesDE

Greenfield

vipnAno

twinCube

DeltraPro

Grenzenlos 5G

Prices

Category	Price (gross)* / Price (net)
Companies, Research Institutes	€ 291.55 / € 245.00
Universities, educational institutions, public institutions	€148.75 / €125.00
Start-ups	€148.75 / €125.00
Students**	€59.50 / €50.00
VIPs and politicians	Free admission—please register by email at matthias.hafner@bayern-innovativ.de
Press***	Free admission

* Tax included
** Certificate of registration required
*** Subject to approval

Please feel free to contact us regarding custom ticket packages.

Exhibition

The accompanying trade show will take place concurrently with the event.
The trade show offers an ideal platform for showcasing technologies, products, and services in an innovation-oriented environment.
The exhibitor package includes:

Two admission tickets
Exhibition booth including basic equipment (booth connection, 2 chairs, 1 table)
Listing with logo on the website

Category	Price (gross)* / Price (net)
Business / Research Organization	886.55€ / 745.00€
Start-up	€148.75 / €125.00
College	€148.75 / €125.00

* including VAT

Note: Please note that participation as an exhibitor is only possible after a content review and confirmation by the organizing team. This is to ensure that the content presented is thematically relevant to the event.
If you need multiple tickets, please contact us. We’re happy to put together customized packages for companies, projects, or academic departments.

Become a Sponsor

We offer various sponsorship opportunities as part of the event!

Your benefits:

Benefit from the event’s excellent reputation
Approximately 250 people from your target audience will be in attendance
Take advantage of additional opportunities to present yourself to your professional audience in a targeted manner

We’d be happy to put together customized sponsorship packages for you. These can include, for example, multiple admission tickets, an exhibition booth, logo placement on the website and during presentation slides, as well as a speaking slot in the program—all tailored to your specific needs and goals.
If you’re interested, we’d be happy to advise you personally. You can reach us at thinknet-6g@bayern-innovativ.de—we look forward to hearing from you.

Note for Sponsors:
Please note that participation as a sponsor is only possible after a review and confirmation by the organizing team. We want to ensure that the content presented is thematically relevant to the event and offers added value for the participants.

Location

Design Offices Munich Macherei
Weihenstephaner Straße 12
81673 Munich

Offices & Business Event Venue in Munich

Getting there by public transit: At Munich Central Station, take Tram 21 toward St.-Veith-Str. You’ll reach the Schlüsselbergstraße stop in 25 minutes. Alternatively, you can take any S-Bahn train heading east and get off at Leuchtenbergring after about 10 minutes. After a 15-minute walk, you’ll reach Design Offices Munich Macherei.

Directions by car: Comingfrom the north, take the A9 to the Isarring and then follow it south. At Berg am Laim, exit the Isarring and you’ll reach Design Offices München Macherei in a few minutes. The entrance to the underground parking garage is located at Levelingstraße 2.
Traveling by plane: Munich Airport