InnoTrans 2026: Hackathon „AI on Track“

Code. Connect. Create the Future of Mobility.

From September 23 to 25, 2026, the AI Hackathon will take place as part of InnoTrans in Berlin, bringing together innovative minds to actively shape the future of mobility. The mission is to develop production-ready solutions for the railway industry by bridging the gap between cutting-edge AI algorithms and real-world transport challenges.

The hackathon provides a high-energy environment for developers, startups, and industry leaders. Participants gain direct access to industry decision-makers and tackle concrete problems provided by industrial sponsors. By breaking away from traditional thinking, the event focuses on merging tech stacks to deliver tangible innovations for the rail sector. Winning solutions will be presented and awarded in front of an international audience of experts.

For organizations, the hackathon offers a unique opportunity to act as sponsors, bringing their specific business challenges to the table to be solved by talented hackers using AI-driven approaches, while positioning themselves at the forefront of digital transformation in mobility.

Date: September 23 – 25, 2026
Time: Full day
Location: Messe Berlin (InnoTrans), Messedamm 22, 14055 Berlin
Organizer: Messe Berlin (InnoTrans)
Admission: Registration required (for participants & sponsors)
Focus: Future of Mobility, AI Algorithms, Railway Technology, Innovation
Audience: Developers, startups, data scientists, and industry leaders