In the past year, the introduction of digital technologies into industrial practice has accelerated significantly. The latest services and products in the field of business digitization will be presented at display Digital Factory 2.0. Prototypes of smart autonomous machines will be presented here with regard to the connections related to the corporate environment. Those interested will also know the principles of cooperation between employees and artificial intelligence and will be able to get acquainted with the possibilities of using blockchain. There will also be a digital stage, which will offer space for discussion, including online transmission. The second year of the international conference will also take place, focusing on the issue of managing the digital transformation of the company and the subsequent digital interconnection of companies leading to increased efficiency. The dialogue will be led by Czech and foreign experts.

3D printing and investment opportunities
This year's MSV will focus on the current topic of 3D printing. The space will also be dedicated to the presentation of start-ups. These are the engine of innovation and at the same time interesting investment opportunities. The traditional MSV Gold Medal competition for the best exhibits will also take place. During the fair, an extensive accompanying program is being prepared in response to current topics in the industry.

Transport, logistics and circular economics
In parallel with MSV, the Transport and Logistics and Envitech trade fairs will take place this year. Thus, the branch structure of odd years will be preserved. The first of a pair of trade fairs will focus on innovations in the field of automation and digitization in the field of logistics. Companies offering specialised software and IT solutions for logistics will once again present themselves. The main topic of the Envitech trade fair will be circular economics, or the system of reusing materials that we keep in circulation for as long as possible. This issue is one of the priorities of sustainable development in the European Union and consists primarily in the responsible management of resources and optimisation of production processes.

Personal contact is the foundation of a successful business
The loss of personal contacts during the pandemic confirmed that trade fairs are not only indispensable for industry. The business and marketing importance of MSV was also demonstrated by a survey among exhibitors who perceive the MSV as a company-important presentation enabling effective personal meetings with existing and new customers and partners.

Opening hours and admission
The MSV International Engineering Fair takes place from 8 to 12 November 2021. Tickets are best purchased online for CZK 250. Price at the gate is CZK 300 per adult. The fair opens its gates at 9 AM, closing at 5 PM Monday to Thursday, and at 4 PM on Friday.

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