March 2025 Industrial IoT & ICS Cybersecurity Events

March 2025 Industrial IoT & ICS Cybersecurity Events

Explore key Industrial IoT (IIoT) and ICS Cybersecurity events in March 2025. From high-level conferences to specialized summits, these events cover a range of topics, from energy innovation and digital transformation to AI, cybersecurity, and smart manufacturing. Whether you’re focused on data analytics, renewable energy, or cybersecurity for critical assets, there’s something for everyone. Check out our list to help plan your month! 

Gartner Data & Analytics Summit

Date: March 3-5, 2025

Main Theme: From Inspiring Exploration to Leading Execution

Target Audience: Chief Data & Analytics Officers (CDAOs), Data Scientists, Analysts, AI Professionals, Data Strategy Leaders, Business Intelligence Leaders, IT Executives, Analytics Managers

Number of Attendees: 5 000+

Location: Orlando, Florida

Cost: $4,025 – $4,750

#GartnerDA

MWC25 Barcelona

Date: March 3-6, 2025

Main Theme: Converge. Connect. Create. 

Target Audience: Senior Business Executives and Decision-Makers, Telecom Professionals, Technology Innovators, Developers, Startups, Entrepreneurs, IT and Network Infrastructure Leaders, Media and Industry Analysts, Investors, Academic and Research Professionals, Government and Policy Makers

Number of Attendees: 101K+

Location: Fira Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain 

Cost: € 989 – € 4,999

#MWC25

CERAWeek 2025

Meet one of our active contributors and a valued member of our advisory team – Kevin O’Donovan, at CERAWeek! Book a meeting, interview, or request through his contact point. 

Date: March 10-14, 2025 

Main Theme: Moving Ahead: Energy strategies for a complex world 

Target Audience: Global leaders, policymakers, and executives from across energy, climate, finance, technology, and industry 

Number of Attendees: 10,000+

Location: Houston, TX

Cost: $10,500 

#CERAWeek

IIoT World Energy Day 2025

Join us at IIoT World Energy Day 2025 for insights, best practices, and expert guidance on driving energy innovation. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the latest sustainability and IIoT technologies. Secure your FREE ticket today! 

Date: March 11, 2025

Main Theme: The Future of Energy—Decarbonization, Decentralization, Digitalization.

Target Audience: Energy Companies and Utilities, Manufacturers, Tech Providers, Policymakers, Researchers, Consultants and Advisors, Investors, Public. 

Number of Attendees: 2000+

Location: Online

Cost: FREE by March 4. After that, the ticket cost will be $249.

#IIoTWorldDay

embedded world 2025 

Date: March 11-13, 2025

Main Theme: Showcasing the latest innovations and advancements in embedded systems, including hardware, software, AI, IoT, security, and connectivity, driving the future of intelligent and connected technologies.

Target Audience: Embedded System Engineers, Hardware Developers, Software Developers, IoT and AI Specialists, Security Experts, Product Managers, R&D Professionals, System Architects, Automotive and Aerospace Engineers, Medical Technology Developers, Academics and Researchers, Startup Innovators, Entrepreneurs, Manufacturers.

Number of Attendees: 

Location: 30, 000+ 

Cost: EUR 25 – EUR 990

#ew25 

Fortinet OT Security Summit 

Join the Fortinet OT Security Summit to gain actionable insights and strategies to protect critical assets, ensure operational continuity, and strengthen resilience against evolving cybersecurity threats. Save your spot today! 

Date: March 12, 2025 

Main Theme: Cybersecurity for OT and Critical Infrastructure

Target Audience: CISOs, IT and security professionals in manufacturing, energy, and utilities sectors, OT network security specialists, Security Managers, Cybersecurity Engineers, Risk and Compliance Managers

Number of Attendees: N/A

Location: Online

Cost: N/A

#fortinet_ics

Big Data & AI World

Date: March 12-13, 2025

Main Theme: Exploring the transformative potential of AI and big data

Target Audience: CEOs, CIOs, CTOs, Data Scientists & AI Specialists, IT & Data Management Professionals, Digital Transformation Strategists, Marketing & Customer Experience Managers, Innovation Managers & Technology Enthusiasts, Business Managers, Directors, Students.

Number of Attendees: 19,350+

Location: ExCeL, London 

Cost: FREE

Smart Manufacturing Excellence Summit

Date: March 12-14, 2025

Main Theme: Exploring how smart manufacturing affects various business aspects, focusing on new technologies, trends, manufacturing automation, the expansion of AI & robotics, and operational excellence in the manufacturing industry.

Target Audience: Manufacturing executives, Operations Managers, Plant Managers, Process Engineers, Quality Assurance Professionals, Supply Chain and Logistics Professionals, Industrial Automation and Technology Experts, Consultants, Solution Providers, etc.

Number of Attendees: N/A

Location: Munich, Germany

Cost: €1600 – €7600 

Manufacturing IT/OT Summit USA

Meet the Highbyte team at the Manufacturing IT/OT Summit USA, Mar 16 – Mar 18, in Boston, MA! 

Date: March 16 – 18, 2025 

Main Theme: Connect, analyze, optimize – Enabling IIoT Driven Manufacturing

Target Audience: Industry executives, IT and OT professionals, Plant managers, Operations and production managers, Engineers, Data scientists and analysts, System integrators, Technology solution providers 

Number of Attendees: 450+

Location: Encore Boston Harbor, Everett 

Cost: $895 – $3,249

DISTRIBUTECH® 2025

Meet one of our active contributors and a valued member of our advisory team – Kevin O’Donovan, at DTECH! Book a meeting, interview, or request through his contact point. 

Date: March 24-27, 2025

Main Theme: Exploring innovations in transmission and distribution technologies, with an emphasis on smart grids, renewable energy, energy storage, and digital transformation in the utility industry.

Target Audience: Executives, Utility Professionals, Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Companies, Energy Producers, Renewable Energy Providers, Engineers, Policymakers, Industry Leaders

Number of Attendees: 20,000+

Location: Dallas, Texas

Cost: $375 – $1,195

#DISTRIBUTECH25

Cyber Security for Critical Assets Summit 

Date: March 25 – 26, 2025

Main Theme: Advancing Critical Infrastructure Resilience Through Awareness and Collaboration

Target Audience: CISOs, CIOs, Heads of Cyber Security, Heads of OT Security, Heads of IT Audit, Heads of Innovation, Heads of IT Security Risk management, Automation and Process Control Engineers, and SCADA/ICS Security Engineers. 

Number of Attendees: 250+

Location: The Westin Galleria Houston, USA 

Cost: $999 – $2,999

#CS4CA

HANNOVER MESSE 2025

Meet our leadership team during the Hannover Messe 2025. Contact info@iiot-world.com to schedule an appointment.

Date: March 31 – April 4, 2025 

Main Theme: Shaping The Future with Technology

Target Audience: Technology Providers, Manufacturers, Industry Leaders, Startups, Innovators, Investors, Government

Number of Attendees: 130,000+

Location: Hannover, Germany

Cost: €35.00 – €165.00

#HM25 

Can’t make it to any of the in-person events on the list? Don’t worry; sit back, relax, and enjoy attending the above virtual events. And if you miss this month’s events, check out our monthly digest.

If you plan to attend an event aligned with the above and would like to add it to the list, feel free to reach out via email with details: info@iiot-world.com (please include a link, dates, # of attendees, hashtag, and location).

This article was written by Demi Epuran, with contributions from Lucian Fogoros, & Paul Viorel Fogoros.