Industry 5.0 is no longer a vision for the future: it is a strategic reality. In a European business landscape characterized by digital transformation, the need for sustainability, and global uncertainty, Dutch and Belgian manufacturers have a unique opportunity to take the lead.
To ensure the Benelux’s position at the forefront of European industry, collaboration is essential. Shared insights, best practices, and cross-border partnerships are the keys to staying ahead in an increasingly complex market.
This is why 9altitudes, in collaboration with Flevum, is organizing a study trip to the Hannover Messe.
Senior leaders in IT, Finance, and Operations from the Dutch and Belgian manufacturing industries
Check-in | Sunday, April 19, 4:00 PM Maritim Hotel Bad Salzuflen
Monday, April 20, visit to Hannover Messe incl. informal dinner at restaurant Aspria Hannover Maschsee
Check-out | Tuesday, April 21, 12:00 PM
See the full program at the bottom of this page.
Language: Dutch
Hannover Messe, Hannover
Maritim Hotel Bad Salzuflen
From 19 until 21 April 2026
Invitation
Industry 5.0 is no longer a distant vision for the future: it is a strategic reality. In a European business landscape shaped by digital transformation, the need for sustainability, and global uncertainty, Dutch and Belgian manufacturers have a unique opportunity to take the lead. By combining advanced technologies with human-centric leadership, resilient supply chains, and sustainable practices, organizations can drive both innovation and long-term competitiveness.
To ensure the Benelux’s position at the forefront of European industry, collaboration is essential. Shared insights, best practices, and cross-border partnerships are the keys to staying ahead in an increasingly complex market. This is why 9altitudes, in collaboration with Flevum, is organizing a study trip to the Hannover Messe.
From April 19 to 21, you will travel with 25-30 senior delegates from the Dutch and Belgian manufacturing industries to explore groundbreaking technologies, gain inspiration from innovative solutions, and exchange insights with peers shaping the future of the industry.
We cordially invite you to participate in this opportunity to experience Industry 5.0 in action!
Personal contribution
€300, excluding VAT.
This price includes 2 overnight stays, breakfast and dinner, access to the Hannover Messe, guided tours of the stands, and transport by coach from the hotel to the Hannover Messe and back.
Excluding: transport to and from the hotel from your place of residence on the day of arrival and departure, travel and cancellation insurance, use of the minibar, tips, and other personal expenses.
Program
Sunday, April 19
• Check-in at Maritim Hotel Bad Salzuflen (3:00 PM – 4:15 PM)
• Welcome reception in the hotel bar
• Dinner with introduction & keynote by a delegate from the manufacturing industry
Monday, April 20
• Breakfast
• Transfer by luxury coach to the Hannover Messe
• Guided tour of various stands led by Jurjen Lengkeek (RDM Next) at the Hannover Messe
• Visit to 9altitudes partner stands (a.o. PTC, Tulip, and Microsoft)
• Informal dinner at Restaurant Aspria Hannover Maschsee
• Transfer by luxury coach back to the hotel
Tuesday, April 21
• Breakfast & check-out
• End of the study trip (check-out before 12:00 PM)
Due to the limited number of places, all applications are carefully reviewed. Once your participation is approved, you will receive a confirmation from Flevum and your registration will be final.
Contact
Would you like to receive more information about this study trip? Please feel free to contact Esther Duijnisveld, Project Manager at Flevum:
• Email: eduijnisveld@flevum.nl
• Phone: +31 6 28 92 17 39
We look forward to welcoming you!
Kind regards,
Mark Gooijer (Director 9altitudes Netherlands)
Simon Bruynsteen (Director 9altitudes Belgium)
Robbert-Jan Baars (Director Flevum)
