CONNEXUS · Black Sea Technology Forum

Thank you for being part of CONNEXUS 2026!

Three days of ideas, technology and connections in Varna. The 2026 edition is over, but the connections and conversations continue.

Stay tuned for CONNEXUS 2027.

THE FUTURE STARTS HERE

CONNEXUS 2026 HAS CONCLUDED

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UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF THE PRESIDENT OF

THE REPUBLIC OF BULGARIA ILIANA IOTOVA

CONNEXUS 2026 in numbers

Three halls. Three tracks.

Hall Bulgaria

The main stage for horizontal technologies - AI, IoT, robotics, cybersecurity.

AI, IoT, robotics, cybersecurity and other broad-application technologies.

Hall Cherno More

Together with the foyer - hosting the expo and startup zone.

Company exhibitors and startup section - demos, contacts and partnerships.

Hall Varna

The parallel program with sector and vertical topics.

Marine technologies, biotechnologies, smart agriculture, tourism, industry/manufacturing.

11 Streams.
3 Days. Maximum Value.

Click a theme to see related program highlights.

AI
Artificial Intelligence
Transport
Future of Transport
Smart City
Smart City
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity
Automation
Automation & Robotics
AgriTech
AgriTech
Marine Tech
Marine Tech
BioTech
BioTech
Gaming
Gaming
Regional Innovation Policies
Regional Innovation Policies
Tourism
Tourism
Networking
Networking

Partners & Sponsors

Building the forum together.

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Under the patronage of the president of

the Republic of Bulgaria Iliana Iotova

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Partners
Logistics Partners
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3-Day Program

Main Track (Hall Bulgaria) + International Business Exchange (Hall Varna), running in parallel.

The program is subject to ongoing updates.

Day
Program Focus
Central Question
Expected Outcome
Day 15 October
New Opportunities for Growth and Efficiency Through AI and Technology
Why should businesses act now?
Leaders identify where technology can generate growth, efficiency, and competitive advantage - and which opportunities justify investment or require policy action.
Day 26 October
From Opportunity to Implementation: AI, Automation, and Secure Operations
What can be implemented, and how?
Operational and technical leaders explore practical applications, implementation approaches, financing instruments, and risk controls.
Day 37 October
New Horizons: Building the AI-Enabled Business of Tomorrow
What comes next?
Organizations understand the capabilities, infrastructure, and partnerships required for the next generation of AI-enabled business.

Policy Action: Based on the problem areas and recommendations identified during the Forum, a proposal for policy measures supporting AI adoption, digital infrastructure, workforce skills, innovation financing, cybersecurity, and cross-border cooperation in the Black Sea region will be developed and published.

Hall "Bulgaria" – Business Track

  • Day 1 — company owners, CEOs, board members, investors, senior strategy and innovation leaders, and production and technology executives responsible for investment priorities.
  • Day 2 — COOs, CTOs, CIOs, CISOs, production and operations managers, automation and data specialists, cybersecurity teams, export managers, and executives responsible for implementation.
  • Day 3 — company owners, CEOs, CIOs, CTOs, innovation leaders, digital transformation managers, process owners, project managers, and infrastructure specialists preparing the next stage of AI adoption.

Hall "Varna" – International Business Exchange Track

  • Day 1 — Belgium, France, and international cooperation in biotechnology, health care, and sustainable industries.
  • Day 2 — The Netherlands, Türkiye, and international cooperation in tourism and travel technologies.
  • Day 3 — The United Kingdom, with an emphasis on commercial partnerships, investment, technology transfer, and concrete joint initiatives.

Forum Policy Output

Based on the problem areas and recommendations identified during the three days, the Forum will develop and publish a proposal for policy measures supporting AI adoption, digital infrastructure, workforce skills, innovation financing, cybersecurity, and cross-border cooperation in the Black Sea region.

Side events that turn contacts into collaborations.

Oct 5

TechnoStar Motivator

Inspirational session for startups and entrepreneurs.

Oct 5 evening

Gala Cocktail (by invitation)

Gala cocktail for networking and fun.

Oct 6 evening

Networking Party

Party for networking and fun.

Speakers

Practitioners, researchers and strategic leaders from the Black Sea region and beyond - on one stage.

105 speakers are already confirmed — practitioners, researchers and institutional leaders from the Black Sea region and beyond.

105speakers
12parallel panels and workshops
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Expo Zone.
Startup Zone.
Live demos.

Meet solution providers in AI, robotics, IoT and vertical sectors. Startups get a dedicated zone + pitch time.

View booths

Exhibition or presentation

Booth packages and sponsorship levels
Applications for startup presentations are open
Investor meeting hours

Varna.
Where the Black Sea
meets deep tech.

5 - 7 October 2026 3-day conference
Hotel Cherno More, Varna Bulgaria
Arrival directions
Airport 15 min
Hotels nearby
Public transit
Accessibility

Tickets

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3 DAYS PASS

Standard (Full Event)

Standard price
€199
  • Access to all stages and lectures
  • Access to the exhibition zone
  • Digital materials
3 DAYS PASS
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VIP

€399
  • Everything in Full Event
  • Priority access to VIP zone
  • VIP lunch with the speakers
3 DAYS PASS

ULTRA VIP

€749
  • Everything from the VIP ticket
  • Gala cocktail with speakers & special guests
  • VIP lunch with speakers
  • Access to Networking Party

See you in Varna.

5-7 Oct 2026 • CONNEXUS