Event Overview and Expected Attendance
The 3rd International Technology Congress (ITC-2026) and the accompanying exhibition "TECHNOLOGIES" are scheduled to take place from September 8 to 10, 2026, at the Patriot Exhibition Centre in the Moscow Region. The event aims to bring together global policymakers, industry leaders, and technology experts to explore new avenues for international technological and economic cooperation, as reported by TV BRICS.
Organizers anticipate over 5,000 delegates from more than 40 countries, with more than 300 organizations showcasing cutting-edge innovations across various technology sectors. The congress will serve as a platform for discussions on adopting advanced and knowledge-intensive technologies to strengthen industrial growth, support national development projects, and expand access to international markets.
Official Statements and Strategic Focus
Russia's First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov stated that the congress would provide an opportunity to bring together industry associations from Russia and partner countries to develop coordinated approaches to technological development and industrial modernization. He emphasized that the cross-sectoral format would help identify comprehensive solutions while creating fresh opportunities for international collaboration.
Plenary and strategic sessions will address key issues such as technological sovereignty, sectoral coordination, labor productivity, open architectures, and open-source software, highlighting their role in enhancing global cooperation and technology exports.
Exhibition Highlights and Specialized Clusters
The "TECHNOLOGIES" exhibition will feature dedicated clusters covering artificial intelligence, unmanned systems, intelligent control technologies, industrial software, robotics, computing and data storage, telecommunications, aerospace, satellite manufacturing, space technologies, consumer technologies, and video game development.
A special SPACETECH cluster will present the latest advancements in space technologies and services. Additionally, the 2nd Inter-Industry Forum on Data Center Infrastructure will discuss scientific and technical policies, digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and the development of modern data centers.
ICS Forum and Cross-Sector Applications
The ICS Forum on Unmanned Systems, Robotics and Intelligent Control Systems will bring together developers, manufacturers, and end users from sectors including agriculture, healthcare, construction, and energy. Discussions will focus on regulation, industrial design, and export opportunities for these technologies.
Russian Tech Solutions and International Framework
The congress will showcase Russian technological solutions aimed at replacing foreign digital products and encourage cross-sector technology transfer. ITC-2026 forms part of Russia's Decade of Science and Technology (2022-2031) and is supported under the framework of the BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies under the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO).
This event underscores Russia's commitment to fostering global tech cooperation and economic development through collaborative innovation and industrial modernization.
