Utrecht, 12 November 2025 - Last week, Royal Jaarbeurs transformed into the meeting point for innovation and collaboration during the ICT&Logistics and Logistica Next trade shows. Over 300 exhibitors and 150 speakers presented ground-breaking solutions: from robot firsts and AI solutions to declarations of intent for a joint data structure. In doing so, ICT&Logistics and Logistica Next joined forces for the first time in an annual combined trade fair. A milestone for the sector. The motto 'Say yes to Future Logistics' emphasised that digital transformation is no longer future music, but is taking shape now. Reactions were unanimously positive: exhibitors praised the quality of encounters and the strategic nature of both fairs.
Valuable encounters that lead to innovation
The largest logistics trade fairs in the Benelux collectively welcomed 8,500 visitors. Corien den Ouden, trade fair manager: “Exhibitors are unanimously enthusiastic about the calibre of the visitors and the discussions. That is precisely what this trade fair is all about: valuable encounters that lead to collaboration and innovation. Our survey shows that no fewer than 90 per cent of exhibitors plan to take part again next year. This confirms that ICT&Logistiek and Logistica Next are the leading trade fairs for the logistics sector in the Benelux.”
Technology and supply chain transformation take centre stage
Robotic innovations, AI solutions and digital resilience dominated the exhibition floor. Work was also underway on a joint core set of primary data for logistics supply chains. Corien den Ouden, exhibition manager: “The convergence of technology, logistics and knowledge-sharing emphasises that processes are changing ever more rapidly. Those who fail to adapt now will soon be left behind.” Exhibitors endorse this sense of urgency. Exhibitor Christian Fiedler from Exotec: “Logistica Next brings together the right decision-makers and innovators. It’s the perfect place to showcase our latest Skypod® developments and engage with professionals who truly understand the challenges we’re solving. The energy and curiosity on the exhibition floor made every meeting worthwhile.”
Automation and intralogistics on the move
The buzz on the exhibition floor demonstrated that automation is evolving at breakneck speed.Exhibitor Maaike Rotteveel from Jungheinrich said: “Developments are coming thick and fast, but we’re also taking steps towards the entry-level segment of electric forklifts and pallet trucks. Logistica Next is the perfect place to showcase AntOn as a trade fair first.” Collaboration was also a key focus. Exhibitor Daphne Lugtenborg from Toyota Material Handling emphasised: “For us, ICT&Logistics is the biggest event in the sector. For the first time, we presented our solutions together with Vanderlande and viastore under the banner of the Toyota Automated Logistics Group. This allows us to demonstrate how we support the entire supply chain.”
From networking to collaboration
Decision-makers and innovators made this edition valuable through impactful encounters. Corien den Ouden: “In a digital world, the physical exhibition floor remains the place where trust and collaboration are forged. The first annual edition of Logistica Next was completely sold out, and more than 45 per cent of the space has already been reserved for next year.” The next edition of ICT&Logistiek and Logistica Next will take place from 3 to 5 November 2026 at Jaarbeurs Koninklijke Jaarbeurs.
