ParcelNext
Innovation Meets Intelligence Vienna, Austria
11-12 June 2026
Explore the Future & Challenge your Assumptions
From foresight management to humanoid robots - explore the technologies driving tomorrow’s delivery networks. Discover how automation and artificial intelligence are redefining postal and parcel operations.
The postal, parcel, and eCommerce logistics industry is at a turning point. Rapid technological advancements, shifting consumer expectations, and the rise of automation are redefining how goods move from sender to recipient. To stay ahead, businesses must not only anticipate change - they must actively shape it.
This c2p event is designed as a hands-on innovation event where foresight meets action. Attendees will explore three critical pillars driving the future of delivery:
AI-Powered Technologies
Cutting-edge applications like vision technology, predictive analytics, and intelligent decision-making tools that are reshaping logistics and eCommerce.
Physical AI
How automation is revolutionizing efficiency and scalability. Explore and discuss robotics, delivery bots, humanoids, and autonomous yard management systems.
Trend & Foresight Management
Understanding emerging market dynamics, consumer behaviors, and disruptive forces. How to transform insights into strategies that future-proof operations.
What you can expect and why you should join
Join us at our ParcelNext 2026 Summit – the exclusive event where postal and parcel leaders come together to explore the latest trends and technologies that will shape the industry.
This is not a passive event - it’s an interactive experience exploring latest technologies and use cases. From a site visit to collaborative workshops, you’ll engage directly with technologies and ideas that will define the next decade of delivery. This is an opportunity to connect, explore, and lead the transformation.
Industry foresight
Dive into the drivers and trends shaping the next wave of transformation. In addition, learn about trend and foresight management. Get the tools and prepare yourself for the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Hands-on insights
Bootcamps, workshops, and discussions with top experts. Our events are hands-on, focused on exchange, interaction, and co-creation.
Exclusive access
Limited to just 50 participants for maximum interaction and networking
This is your chance to connect with decision-makers, exchange ideas, and prepare for the challenges and opportunities ahead. Places are limited – secure your spot now and register below!
Program & Session Themes
Bootcamp & Summit
Day 1 | 11 June | morning
Fast Forward Bootcamp
Validation and co-creation of relevant startup solutions that can bring value in the areas of AI, data, and physical AI, incl. autonomous solutions, robotics, humanoids, drones, computer vision etc.
Find out more about our 4-hour bootcamp (11 June morning):
Day 1 | 11 June | afternoon
AI & Data
The State of AI in the Postal & Parcel Ecosystem
How AI is reshaping efficiency, customer interaction, and operational decision‑making across the industry.
AI for Network Optimization & Demand Forecasting
Exploring data‑driven forecasting, dynamic route optimization, and AI‑enabled resource allocation.
Practical AI: From Pilot to Scaled Deployment
Challenges and success factors when introducing AI tools into operations.
Generative & Agentic AI in Logistics Operations
How decision‑support agents, automation co‑pilots, and GenAI improve planning, customer service, and exception handling.
Site Visit & Dinner
Visit of Austrian Post sorting facility with focus on AI driven projects androbotics/autonomous solutions.
Followed by joint networking dinner
Day 2 | 12 June | morning
Physical AI & Automation
Physical AI: Robotics, Automation & Human–Machine Collaboration
From sorting robotics to autonomous handling systems: What “physical AI” means for parcel operations.
Automation ROI: Designing the Value Case
Discussing how posts and carriers evaluate investments in robotics and automated infrastructure.
Computer Vision, Sensors & Smart Infrastructure
How sensor‑driven facilities, vision systems, and digital twins support safer, faster operations.
The Human Factor in AI: Skills, Trust & Change Management
How AI adoption reshapes workforce roles across postal and parcel operations.
Day 2 | 12 June | afternoon
Foresight & Strategic Planning
Rethinking Business Models for 2030 and Beyond
What assumptions need to be challenged as new competitors, customer behaviors, and delivery channels emerge?
Future Scenarios for the Postal & Parcel Sector
Exploring long‑term macro drivers: demographics, sustainability, digital commerce patterns, and geopolitical uncertainty.
Strategic Planning Under Uncertainty
Tools and methodologies for foresight, risk modeling, and adaptable planning in volatile markets.
Closing Reflections — Converting Foresight into Action
How postal and parcel operators can translate long‑term strategic insights into concrete transformation roadmaps.
In collaboration with Austrian Post
at their HQ in Vienna
REGISTRATION
Please use the payment links below depending on your respective membership level or type of company/organization.
All indicated prices are "per person".
- c2p paying member startups pay a discounted fee of € 150
- Postal & CEP companies, non-member startups, e-commerce marketplaces, and retailers pay the standard fee of € 350.
- Ecosystem Partners get 2 free tickets. If an Ecosystem Partner wishes to participate with 3 or more people, please use for each additional participant the standard participation fee.
- Suppliers or consultancies that are not c2p ecosystem partners can sponsor and join. Please get in touch to learn more.
The low cost-covering fees allow us to organize a high value event. These contributions ensure high-quality programming and a collaborative, independent experience.
c2p member startups (cat 1&2)
€ 150
Only for c2p member startups in the two categories
(1) fee model, and
(2) reduced fee model, which are the current 2 membership models.
If you are not sure whether you fall into this category please get in touch or verify here.
Standard participation fee
€ 350
for
1/ Postal, parcel, and CEP companies
2/ startups that are not paying members
3/ e-commerce companies / marketplaces / retailers
4/ Ecosystem Partner: as of 3rd ticket
Others
Suppliers & Consultancies
Please reach out to find out more about possibilities to join
Interested in joining?
Or do you have any questions?
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