September 2025 Industrial IoT & ICS Cybersecurity Events
As industrial digital transformation accelerates, September 2025 offers a rich lineup of must-attend events focused on Industrial IoT, cybersecurity, smart manufacturing, and sustainable innovation. From in-person gatherings in major hubs like Houston, Chicago, and London to virtual summits connecting global experts, these conferences bring together industry leaders, engineers, technology providers, and decision-makers. Whether your focus is digitalization in oil and gas, advanced manufacturing technologies, AI-driven operations, or securing critical infrastructure, this guide highlights the top events that will shape the future of industrial technology this Fall.
Explore the details below and mark your calendar for opportunities to learn, network, and lead the next wave of innovation in industrial automation and cybersecurity.
11th Annual Digitalization in Oil & Gas Conference
Date: September 3-4, 2025
Main Theme: Digitalization, Decarbonization, and Business Transformation for upstream, midstream, and petrochemical operators.
Target Audience: Oil & Gas Operators, Drilling, EPC & Oilfield Services Operators, Technology & Solution Providers, Industry Professionals, Consultants, Analysts, Regulators and Policy Makers, Researchers, and Investors.
Number of Attendees: 1,000
Location: Hilton Americas | Houston, TX
Cost: $795 – $2,795.00
#DIGIHOUSTON25
FABTECH 2025
Date: September 8 – 11, 2025
Main Theme: Showcasing the latest innovations and technologies in metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing to advance manufacturing productivity and quality.
Target Audience: Job Shop Owners, Plant Managers, Manufacturing Engineers, Machine Operators, Production Supervisors, Corporate Decision-Makers, and Industrial Tech Evaluators.
Number of Attendees: 45,000+
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Cost: FREE through September 5. After that, the ticket cost will be $50.
#FABTECH2025
Smart Manufacturing for Automotive Summit
Date: September 9, 2025
Main Theme: Harnessing AI and Emerging Technology to Cut Costs, Bridge Skills Gaps, and Future-Proof Your Business
Target Audience: Automotive OEM VPs, Directors, Global Heads and Managers, Senior Engineers, Solution Providers, Consultants, Investors, etc.
Number of Attendees: N/A
Location: DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel, Detroit Downtown, MI, USA
Cost: $995-$1995
Sustainability LIVE London
Date: September 9-10, 2025
Main Theme: Accelerating sustainable transformation through ESG strategies, innovative technology, and leadership across global industries.
Target Audience: Senior Sustainability Leaders, C-Suite Execs, VPs, Directors
Number of Attendees: 3,000+
Location: Business Design Center, London, UK
Cost: £446.00 – £995.00
#SustainabilityLIVE
The 16th Annual Billington CyberSecurity Summit
Date: September 9–12, 2025
Main Theme: Cyber and AI Frontiers: Strategies for a Secure and Smarter Government
Target Audience: CISOs, CSOs, CIOs, CTOs, Cybersecurity Professionals, Government Officials and Policy Makers, Industry Leaders and Executives, Academic and Research Institutions, Technology Vendors and Solution Providers, Investors, Students, etc.
Number of Attendees: 2500+
Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, DC
Cost: Free – $1,795
#BillingtonSummit
AI Frontiers 2025: Driving the Next Revolution in Smart Manufacturing
AI is no longer a pilot project — it’s in production. Join industry executives and innovators at IIoT World AI Frontiers 2025 on September 10 as they share real-world lessons. Get your free ticket by September 5 — register now!
Date: September 10, 2025
Main Theme: Driving the Next Revolution in Smart Manufacturing
Target Audience: Manufacturing and operations leaders, engineers, IIoT and automation experts, AI and data specialists, technology providers, R&D and innovation professionals, supply chain planners, digital transformation strategists, consultants, and researchers.
Number of Attendees: 2000+
Location: Online
Cost: Free by September 5. After that, the ticket cost will be $249.
#IIoTWorldDay
MX.0 Midwest Event
HighByte will be at MX.0 Midwest on September 16–17, 2025, in Cleveland. Don’t miss the chance to meet Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer John Harrington, who will share expert insights on building modern industrial data strategies that power smart manufacturing today and unlock AI-driven innovation for tomorrow. Join the event and discover how HighByte is transforming the future of industrial data.
Date: September 16–17, 2025
Main Theme: Shaping the future of manufacturing in the Midwest
Target Audience: CEOs, Founders, and Leaders in Manufacturing Operations, Plant Management, Industrial Engineering, Digital Transformation, Sustainability, Supply Chain, Innovation, Industry 4.0, IT, Data Science, Systems Integration, Product Development, and Workforce Strategy
Number of Attendees: N/A
Location: The Westin, Cleveland, OH
Cost: $499 – $2,999
SPS Atlanta 2025
Date: September 16-18, 2025
Main Theme: Exploring how smart and digital automation technologies are transforming industrial production — from innovation to implementation.
Target Audience: Systems Integrators, Automation and Controls Engineers, OEMs and Machine Builders, Manufacturing Executives, IT/OT Professionals, Product Development and R&D Teams, Distributors, Value-Added Resellers, and Academic Researchers.
Number of Attendees: 6,000+
Location: Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, Georgia
Cost: $45
#SPSAtlanta
The AI Conference
Date: September 17-18, 2025
Main Theme: Shaping the future of AI through real-world applications, cutting-edge research, and responsible innovation.
Target Audience: Engineers, data scientists, researchers, technical leaders, and decision-makers shaping and scaling real-world AI solutions.
Number of Attendees:
Location: Pier 48, Mission Rock, San Francisco, CA
Cost: $1,200 – $2,600
#aiConf2025
Smart Manufacturing Now!
Date: September 22-25, 2025
Main Theme: People. Planet. Profit. Technology and Innovation Impacting the World Now
Target Audience: Manufacturing Professionals, Innovators and Solution Providers, Academics, and Researchers, C-suite, Consultants, and Advisors
Number of Attendees: N/A
Location: Virtual
Cost: FREE for MESA members. Non-Member Registration – $99-$ 5,500 per Year
#SmartManufacturing
EMO Hannover 2025
Date: September 22-26, 2025
Main Theme: Innovate Manufacturing
Target Audience: International Manufacturing Professionals, including Machinery Builders, Automation Solution Providers, Precision Manufacturing Experts, Aerospace and Automotive Industry Leaders, Toolmakers, Control Technology Specialists, etc.
Number of Attendees: 116,000+
Location: Hannover, Germany
Cost: €12.00 – €65.00
#EMO2025
IoT Tech Expo Europe
Date: September 24-25, 2025
Main Theme: Powering the Connected World with IoT
Target Audience: CPO, COO, CTO, IT Architects, VPs, IT Directors, Developers, Engineers, Business Leaders, IoT Professionals, etc.
Number of Attendees: 8,000+
Location: RAI, Amsterdam
Cost: Free – €1399 + VAT
#IoTTechExpo
Manufacturing IT/OT Summit Europe
Date: September 29-30, 2025
Main Theme: Connect | Analyze | Optimize – Enabling IT/OT Convergence
Target Audience: Head of IIoT & Innovation, Production, and Operations, Head of Manufacturing IT / IT Director, CISOs, Head of Engineering & Maintenance, Director of Automation
Number of Attendees: 400+
Location: Maritim proArte Hotel, Berlin, Germany
Cost: €895 – €3,249
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, number of attendees, hashtag, and location)
This article was written by Demi Epuran, with contributions from Lucian Fogoros and Paul Viorel Fogoros.
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