Tech Show Paris 2026 – France

What to expect in 2026

Tech Show Paris 2026 is a major technology event bringing together professionals working across cloud computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data, DevOps and data centre infrastructure. The event is designed for technology decision-makers, IT leaders, engineers, architects, security professionals, data specialists, developers, infrastructure teams and organisations evaluating technologies for digital transformation.

The event brings five complementary technology communities together under one registration. These include Cloud & AI Infrastructure Paris, DevOps Live Paris, Cloud & Cyber Security Expo Paris, Data & AI Leaders Summit Paris and Data Centre World Paris. This structure allows visitors to move between different technology disciplines while exploring solutions and attending specialist conference sessions.

Visitors can expect a combination of exhibition stands, keynote presentations, panel discussions, technical sessions, workshops, case studies and networking opportunities. The programme has been developed with input from industry professionals and focuses on practical issues affecting technology investment and operations.

Major themes include the industrialisation of artificial intelligence, technological sovereignty, cybersecurity resilience, data governance, platform engineering, observability, energy efficiency and the changing infrastructure requirements of modern data centres.

The event is particularly useful for professionals who want to compare technology providers in one location. Rather than concentrating on one area of IT, Tech Show Paris connects infrastructure, applications, security, data and AI communities, making it possible to examine how different technologies interact within wider enterprise environments.

Event dates

Tech Show Paris 2026 will take place on 18–19 November 2026 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Hall 5, Paris, France. The official programme lists opening hours of 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM on the first day and 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on the second day.

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Venue & event site

Tech Show Paris 2026 will be held at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles in Paris. The official conference information identifies Hall 5 as the location for the event and its conference programme. Paris Expo Porte de Versailles is one of the city’s largest exhibition complexes and is designed for major professional trade shows, conferences and technology exhibitions.

The venue provides exhibition space for technology companies alongside dedicated conference areas. Visitors can move between different technology communities and attend sessions without travelling between separate locations.

The event site brings together the five Tech Show Paris shows, allowing participants to investigate technologies across cloud infrastructure, AI, DevOps, cybersecurity, data, digital infrastructure and data centre operations. A single Tech Show Paris badge provides access to all five events.

The final venue layout should be checked through the official event platform before visiting because individual stands, stages, meeting areas and entrances can be updated during event preparation.

Full technology programme

The Tech Show Paris programme has been developed around the major technology decisions facing organisations. Sessions are organised across the five specialist events and can be filtered according to subject, product or service, language, professional focus, exhibition area and stage.

The main technology programme covers:

• Artificial intelligence: AI infrastructure, industrialisation, governance, operational deployment and the implications of AI for technology teams.
• Cloud computing: Cloud strategy, infrastructure optimisation, sovereignty, cost control, performance and reversibility.
• Cybersecurity: Cyber resilience, identity security, compliance, risk management and protection against evolving threats.
• Data & analytics: Data governance, AI-ready data, industrialisation and value creation.
• DevOps: Automation, platform engineering, observability, reliability and transformation of technical teams.
• Data centres: Energy, cooling, operations, financing, infrastructure development and the changing requirements created by AI.
• Digital sovereignty: Technology control, strategic autonomy, compliance and infrastructure decisions.
• Sustainability: Energy efficiency, infrastructure optimisation and the environmental impact of technology.

The programme combines strategic, technical and leadership perspectives so that both senior decision-makers and technical specialists can find relevant content.

Key speakers & industry leaders

Tech Show Paris attracts senior technology professionals, executives, infrastructure specialists, cybersecurity leaders, data experts and representatives of major technology organisations. The conference programme is developed with an industry steering committee whose members help identify technology issues with practical importance for organisations.

The published programme includes speakers such as Richard Bury, Chief Information Officer and President of the INR at EDF, Michaël Reffay, Executive Director at France Datacenter, and Thibault Roch of Equinix, alongside specialists from other technology organisations.

Speaker profiles cover a wide range of expertise, including:

• CIOs and technology executives discussing strategic technology decisions.
• Cybersecurity leaders addressing risk, resilience and security architecture.
• Cloud specialists examining infrastructure strategy and sovereignty.
• Data and AI experts exploring governance and industrialisation.
• Data centre professionals covering infrastructure, energy and operational challenges.
• DevOps and engineering leaders discussing automation, reliability and platform engineering.

The official speaker directory should be checked for the complete programme because additional speakers and sessions can be added as the event approaches.

Technology sectors & themes

Tech Show Paris covers a broad technology ecosystem through its five specialist communities. Each community focuses on a particular part of enterprise technology while remaining connected to the wider digital infrastructure landscape.

Important sectors and themes include:

• Cloud & AI infrastructure: Computing infrastructure, cloud architecture, AI workloads, performance and cost management.
• DevOps: Automation, platform engineering, observability, continuous delivery and reliability.
• Cybersecurity: Identity, threat management, resilience, compliance and security operations.
• Data & AI: Data strategy, AI governance, analytics, industrialisation and business value.
• Data centres: Power, cooling, physical infrastructure, operations, financing and development.
• Networking: Connectivity, network infrastructure and high-performance digital environments.
• Digital sovereignty: Control over technology infrastructure, data and strategic systems.
• Energy efficiency: Reducing infrastructure energy consumption while supporting growing computing requirements.
• Enterprise technology: Platforms, software, infrastructure and services supporting large-scale organisations.

The combination of these sectors allows visitors to consider technology projects from both individual and interconnected perspectives.

Sessions, talks & presentations

The conference programme includes keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops and case studies designed around practical technology decisions. The official programme allows visitors to customise their schedule by filtering sessions according to topic, language, strategic or technical focus, stage and exhibition area.

Sessions address issues such as AI infrastructure, cloud optimisation, cybersecurity resilience, data governance, platform engineering, observability and data centre development.

The programme also includes discussions about the relationship between technology and business strategy. Topics such as cost control, regulatory requirements, technological sovereignty and operational resilience are presented from perspectives that can help decision-makers understand the wider consequences of infrastructure choices.

The La Tribune programme adds another strategic layer, with discussions focused on artificial intelligence, sovereignty, innovation, regulation, leadership, resilience and digital transformation.

Visitors can therefore choose between highly technical sessions and broader executive discussions depending on their responsibilities and interests.

Workshops & demonstrations

Workshops and demonstrations give visitors an opportunity to examine technologies in a practical environment. Exhibitors can demonstrate cloud platforms, cybersecurity solutions, AI infrastructure, data technologies, DevOps tools, data centre systems and other enterprise technologies.

Demonstration areas may include:

• AI infrastructure demonstrations: Practical examples of infrastructure designed to support demanding AI workloads.
• Cloud technology demonstrations: Platforms and services addressing performance, cost, sovereignty and operational flexibility.
• Cybersecurity demonstrations: Security tools covering identity, resilience, threat detection and compliance.
• Data demonstrations: Technologies supporting governance, analytics and AI-ready data.
• DevOps demonstrations: Automation, observability, platform engineering and reliability tools.
• Data centre demonstrations: Power, cooling, monitoring, physical infrastructure and operational technologies.

The exhibition environment makes it possible for visitors to ask technical questions directly to suppliers and compare different approaches to similar technology challenges.

Ticket types & registration

Registration for Tech Show Paris 2026 is currently available through the official event website. The organiser states that eligible end users can attend free of charge, while the event brings together professionals responsible for technology decisions and projects.

The principal access routes include:

• Eligible end-user visitor: Free professional access for qualifying technology users.
• Technology decision-maker: Access for professionals evaluating or managing cloud, AI, cybersecurity, data, DevOps or infrastructure projects.
• Exhibitor: Dedicated access for participating companies and their representatives.
• Speaker: Professional access associated with conference participation.
• Business participant: Access for professionals attending to investigate suppliers, technologies and potential partnerships.

The standard eligible end-user visitor price is therefore $0. Registration is required before attending, and conference access is included with the Tech Show Paris badge subject to eligibility and available capacity.

Startup & investor opportunities

Tech Show Paris provides opportunities for startups developing enterprise technology solutions to meet potential customers, technology partners and other professionals. The event’s exhibitor directory includes a dedicated Start-up Space, providing visibility for emerging companies within the broader technology ecosystem.

Startup-focused opportunities can be particularly relevant to companies working in:

• Artificial intelligence
• Cloud infrastructure
• Cybersecurity
• Data and analytics
• DevOps
• Networking
• Data centre technology
• Infrastructure software
• Digital transformation

The event is not structured primarily as a venture capital pitch competition, but its concentrated professional audience can provide valuable commercial and partnership opportunities. Startups can demonstrate products, meet technology buyers, introduce new services and establish relationships with larger organisations.

Investors and corporate innovation teams can also use the exhibition to identify emerging technologies and understand new approaches to infrastructure, security, AI and enterprise computing.

Exhibitors & technology companies

Tech Show Paris brings together companies across cloud computing, cybersecurity, data, artificial intelligence, DevOps and digital infrastructure. The official exhibitor directory includes technology vendors, infrastructure providers, engineering companies, cybersecurity specialists, data centre operators and specialist service providers.

Examples from the published exhibitor directory include:

• Schneider Electric
• Vertiv
• ABB
• Carrier
• Datadog
• ManageEngine
• EDF
• Siemens
• SPIE
• Socomec
• CloudBees
• Couchbase
• Cummins
• Eaton
• New Relic
• Nexans
• T-Systems
• Thales Digital Services
• Trane
• Panduit

The directory also includes specialist startups and smaller technology businesses.

Exhibitors are organised across the five Tech Show Paris communities, making it easier for visitors to identify companies relevant to specific projects.

Networking & business meetings

Networking is a central part of Tech Show Paris. The event’s official Connect platform allows registered participants to build profiles, identify relevant suppliers, contact exhibitors and arrange meetings. Its matchmaking functionality can recommend suppliers based on participant purchasing needs.

Visitors can use the platform to prepare before arriving, making it possible to identify companies and conference sessions that match their technology priorities.

Business meetings can focus on:

• Technology evaluation: Comparing solutions for current projects.
• Supplier discovery: Finding companies that address specific infrastructure or software requirements.
• Partnerships: Exploring commercial and technical collaboration.
• Digital transformation: Discussing implementation strategies with technology specialists.
• Procurement: Speaking with potential suppliers before formal purchasing decisions.
• Industry networking: Connecting with peers facing similar technology challenges.

The combination of networking tools and physical exhibition meetings gives attendees opportunities to develop relationships beyond individual conference sessions.

Event rules & visitor information

Visitors must register for the event and follow the organiser’s eligibility requirements. The Tech Show Paris badge provides access to the conferences and exhibition areas across the five associated events, subject to the organiser’s access conditions.

Important visitor considerations include:

• Registration: Complete the official registration process before arrival.
• Badge access: Keep the event badge available throughout the visit.
• Conference capacity: Follow room capacity and session-access instructions.
• Professional conduct: Respect exhibitors, speakers, staff and other participants.
• Photography: Follow any restrictions communicated by organisers or exhibitors.
• Security: Follow venue security procedures and staff instructions.
• Business meetings: Arrive on time for scheduled appointments and respect exhibitor meeting arrangements.

Visitors should also remember that the Tech Show Paris badge covers five specialist technology events, so conference and exhibition areas may extend across different sections of the venue.

How to get there

Paris Expo Porte de Versailles is located at 1 Place de la Porte de Versailles, 75015 Paris, France. The exhibition complex is situated in the southwest of central Paris and has extensive public transport connections.

Visitors arriving from central Paris can reach the venue by metro, tram or bus. Those arriving from railway stations or airports can connect with the Paris public transport network or use taxis and private-hire services.

Because the event attracts technology professionals from France and international markets, visitors travelling from outside Paris should allow sufficient time for transfers between airports, railway stations, hotels and the exhibition centre.

Public transport & parking

Paris Expo Porte de Versailles has several public transport connections. Metro Line 12 serves Porte de Versailles, providing a direct connection with central parts of Paris. Tram services also serve the exhibition area, while bus connections provide additional access. The venue’s transport network makes public transportation a practical option for many visitors.

Cycling is another possible option, with bicycle-sharing facilities available around the exhibition complex. Visitors should check current public transport schedules and service conditions before travelling.

Visitors arriving by car should consult the latest Paris Expo Porte de Versailles parking information before setting out. Parking availability can depend on demand and venue conditions, and traffic around major exhibitions can be busy. Public transport can help visitors avoid parking and congestion issues.

Accommodation areas

Visitors can choose accommodation close to Paris Expo Porte de Versailles or stay in another part of Paris with convenient public transport connections.

Useful areas include:

• Porte de Versailles: Convenient for visitors who want to minimise travel to the exhibition.
• Montparnasse: A well-connected district with railway, metro and bus connections.
• Invalides: Useful for visitors combining the event with central Paris activities.
• Eiffel Tower area: Offers accommodation between the exhibition district and central attractions.
• Saint-Germain-des-Prés: Suitable for visitors who prefer a central Paris location.
• Latin Quarter: Provides access to central Paris and several public transport connections.

Visitors attending multiple sessions should consider accommodation close to a direct metro or tram connection so that daily journeys remain straightforward.

Accessibility

Paris Expo Porte de Versailles is a major exhibition complex designed to accommodate large professional events and diverse visitor requirements. Accessible routes and venue facilities are available, but the exact route can depend on the entrance and exhibition hall being used.

Visitors who require specific assistance should check the latest accessibility information before attending and contact the organiser if they need event-specific support.

Planning the journey in advance is particularly useful for visitors with reduced mobility. Checking the accessibility of the chosen metro, tram or railway route can also help avoid unexpected difficulties during travel.

Previous year’s highlights

The previous edition provided a broad technology environment covering cloud, cybersecurity, data, artificial intelligence, DevOps and data centre infrastructure. The event’s format brought together specialist communities that allowed visitors to examine different parts of the technology ecosystem within one professional environment.

The exhibition featured major technology companies alongside specialist suppliers and startups. Companies represented areas ranging from data centre infrastructure and energy systems to cybersecurity, cloud services, networking, data management and enterprise software. The exhibitor directory demonstrates the breadth of technology represented across the event.

The conference programme also focused on strategic and technical questions affecting technology investment. AI infrastructure, cloud strategy, cybersecurity, data governance, platform engineering, observability, digital sovereignty and data centre development were among the major areas covered by the programme.

Another important feature was the ability to combine conference learning with direct supplier discussions. Visitors could attend presentations and then investigate relevant products and services on the exhibition floor.

The networking platform further supported this professional format by allowing registered participants to identify suppliers, arrange meetings and build personalised schedules.

Official registration & tickets

Official registration for Tech Show Paris 2026 is available through the event website. Eligible end users can register for free access, which includes the exhibition and conference programme across the five associated technology events.

The registration process is intended for professionals involved in technology projects and decision-making. Visitors should provide accurate professional information and review the eligibility requirements before completing their registration.

A single Tech Show Paris badge provides access to:

• Cloud & AI Infrastructure Paris
• DevOps Live Paris
• Cloud & Cyber Security Expo Paris
• Data & AI Leaders Summit Paris
• Data Centre World Paris

Conference access is included with the badge, subject to eligibility and session availability.

The current eligible end-user visitor ticket price is $0. Technology suppliers, exhibitors and other professional participants should use the appropriate registration or exhibitor route because access conditions can differ according to participant type.