This year’s theme, “From Hype to Reality,” spotlights tangible achievements and lessons learned in electrifying industrial and commercial machinery.

Poviglio, Italy, February 3, 2026 – ZAPI GROUP, a global leader in industrial machinery electrification, announces its fifth annual Future of Electrification virtual conference taking place April 21-22, 2026. This year’s event will explore how electrification is moving beyond early adoption and delivering tangible impact in everyday working environments.
The conference brings together OEMs, suppliers, end-users, and operators to share proven strategies and practical takeaways for integrating electric solutions into operations across warehouses, factories, job sites, and fleets. Attendees will gain a holistic perspective on the electrification ecosystem, grounded in real-world experiences and practical takeaways.
“As electrification becomes an everyday reality for industries worldwide, our focus remains on sharing the practical lessons and real-world results that drive progress,” said Claes Avasjo, Executive Director for ZAPI GROUP. “Now in its fifth year, ZAPI GROUP’s Future of Electrification conference has become a trusted forum for practical knowledge and shared learning, bringing leaders together to exchange insights and inspire one another as we collectively shape a more sustainable and innovative future.”
This year’s keynote address will feature world-renowned nanotechnologist and innovation expert, Dr. Michelle Dickinson, who will explore the real-world impact of AI and technology on business and society. Additional featured speakers include Matthew Diener of the California Air Resources Board (CARB), who will highlight CARB’s progress in advancing vehicle and equipment electrification across both on-road and off-road sectors, and Javier Miguelez, a leading authority in mobile robotics and logistics consulting, who will share strategies for effective automation.
Moderating the event’s panel discussions are respected industry media leaders Becky Schultz (KHL Power Group), Sara Jensen (Power & Motion), and Kathy Wells (Equipment Today and OEM Off-Highway), each bringing unique perspectives from across the electrification landscape.
Free registration for the 2026 Future of Electrification conference is now open. Secure your place among industry leaders and innovators by signing up at www.futureofelectrification.org.
About ZAPI GROUP
ZAPI GROUP is engineering the transition to an all-electric future with a highly integrated product portfolio, including motion controllers (inverters), electric motors, and high-frequency battery chargers for application in full-electric and hybrid vehicles. We provide turnkey system integration, autonomous navigation software, and safety and asset tracking for fleet management. Our companies include Zapi, Inmotion, Schabmueller, Best Motor, Delta-Q, ZIVAN, Stercom, BlueBotics, Ubiquicom, ZTP, and 4e Consulting.
As a global electrification leader with deep systems experience, leading innovations, and an obsession with driving customers' success, ZAPI GROUP now counts more than 1,700 employees worldwide with a total annual revenue of more than 700 million US dollars. For more information, visit www.zapigroup.com.
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