The Leading Event for the
Digital State
and Public Services.
Conference, Expo, Workshops & Networking
October 13–15, 2026
Messe Berlin
City. Country. Tech
Smart Country Convention brings together leading voices from public administration, politics, business, and academia. Together, they show how digital solutions move public administration, cities, and rural regions forward.
Our Partner Country
Portugal: A Digital Pioneer
As the official Partner Country of #SCCON26, Portugal is bringing innovative solutions and proven best practices to Berlin. Discover how one of the world’s leading countries in digital government is shaping the public sector of tomorrow.
"Portugal is honored to be the Official Partner Country of the Smart Country Convention 2026. Our close cooperation with Germany reflects a shared commitment to modernising the State through simplification and digitalisation."
Gonçalo Saraiva Matias
Minister in the Cabinet of the Prime Minister and of State Reform, Portugal
Our Key Speakers
Renowned speakers from politics, public administration, academia, and business highlight the topics shaping digital government today – and the solutions moving public services, cities, and regions forward.
Three Days.
Endless Opportunities.
Experience how digitalization takes shape in cities, municipalities, and public administration. Discover new solutions, gain fresh inspiration for your work, and build valuable connections – at the conference, in the expo, in workshops, and through networking.
Get Inspired by the Program
Get a first look at the #SCCON26 program – with inspiring keynotes, engaging formats, and key topics shaping digital government right now.
Get Inspired by the Program
Get a first look at the #SCCON26 program – with inspiring keynotes, engaging formats, and key topics shaping digital government right now.
Experience Digital Solutions
Find solutions, technologies, and services at the expo that help public administration, cities, and regions become more digital, connected, and future-ready.
Apply Digital Know-How
Dive deeper into key topics of digital transformation, work on specific challenges, and take away practical insights for your projects.
Apply Digital Know-How
Dive deeper into key topics of digital transformation, work on specific challenges, and take away practical insights for your projects.
Build New Connections
Share experiences, find fresh inspiration, and move your projects forward – as part of a strong community shaping digital transformation in the public sector.
Build New Connections
Share experiences, find fresh inspiration, and move your projects forward – as part of a strong community shaping digital transformation in the public sector.
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Many Topics.
One Shared Goal.
SCCON brings together topics, perspectives, and solutions that move digital government forward. Digital transformation thrives when public administration, politics, business, academia, and society work together.
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