"Seamless Automation combines our broad-based solution portfolio with end-to-end connectivity and an intuitive digital experience for our customers," explains Frank Notz, Chief Sales Officer at Festo. Visitors can immerse themselves in the world of seamless automation at the Festo stand in Hall 13 at the Hannover Messe.

The Festo Virtual Assistant helps in seconds and knows the answer to almost everything. The AI-supported digital assistant for engineers and technicians provides context-related, technical answers and links directly to relevant Festo documents and engineering tools. Visitors to the Hannover Messe can discover tips and tricks with Festo experts at the Festo stand in Hall 13.

The Supervisory Board has appointed Prof. Dr.-Ing. Tomas Smetana (51) to the Management Board of Festo Management SE. He will join the family-owned company as the new Board Member for Research and Development as of May 1, 2026.

Bioprocesses are becoming increasingly important for industry, as they represent sustainable alternatives to conventional production processes and enable the manufacture of new products. With BioTech Automation, Festo is presenting an overview of already available components and solutions at Analytica based on selected cultivation processes, which will be demonstrated in three bioreactors: a loop bioreactor, a stainless steel reactor and a benchtop laboratory reactor.