Matthias Benz
CEOZeppelin GmbH
MMK FRIEDRICHSHAFEN
Engineering Excellence
May 6, 2026
Zeppelin University
Live on stage
Zeppelin GmbH
Prof. Dr. Marion A. Weissenberger-Eibl
Institute DirectorFraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI
und stellv. Vorsitz Fraunhofer HNFIZ sowie KIT
Jörg Stratmann
CEORolls-Royce Power Systems (MTU)
Mathias Miedreich
CEOZF Group
Univ.-Prof. Dr. Dr. h. c. mult. Horst Wildemann
Managing Director TCWTechnical University of Munich
Simon Blümcke
Lord MayorFriedrichshafen
Thomas J. Brandt
Managing DirectorZeppelin University
Mobility. Security. Aerospace.
Welcome to MMK Friedrichshafen. Home to multiple world market leaders and top German Mittelstand companies, the region combines mobility, aerospace, heavy engineering, digital technologies, and industrial services into one of Europe’s most dynamic industrial ecosystems. Rooted in Baden-Württemberg’s innovation legacy – built by bold engineers and visionary leaders, Friedrichshafen is attracting ambitious minds who turn “impossible” ideas into industrial reality. From the iconic Zeppelin legacy to today’s global technology champions, the region stands for true engineering excellence.
MMK is proud to host the first MMK Friedrichshafen Conference — a format bringing together leaders, researchers, and innovators, guided by this year’s credo: “Engineering Excellence – Mobility, Security and Aerospace”.
Every single participant walks away with
Industry Visionaries
From automotive to space, energy to security, leading AI executives will share their visions and redefine the future of the European industry.
Hands-on AI training
Master building industrial AI and integrating it, gain executive AI strategies and get the latest tools - bring your laptop!
Academic Excellence
Gain academic insights and research grounds from the MMK expert network from ETH Zurich, the Max Planck Society, and the Fraunhofer Institute.
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