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Kentix Community Day
June 18, 2026, Idar-Oberstein Exhibition Hall
Bold innovations - deeper insights - strong connections
Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? Save the date for this highlight event. Join our network of users, partners, and industry experts. Together, we create real momentum, gain valuable insights, and shape the future of digital security technology.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss the Community Day
Exclusive, cutting-edge expertise in physical security and critical infrastructure.
- Latest KentixONE features & roadmap straight from the source: Hear directly from the developers about what’s coming and how you can benefit.
- Hands-on insights (case studies & best practices): Real-world use cases help you advance your strategies and setups with purpose.
- Networking with peers, experts & the Kentix team: Perfect for comparing experiences, finding solutions faster, and building connections for future projects.
- Part of an active community: Benefit from exchanging ideas with people who actively shape digital transformation in security and infrastructure.
We regularly update this page with new confirmed speakers.
Thu, June 18, 2026
Exhibition Hall Idar-Oberstein
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08:30 – 10:00Registration & Breakfast
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Joachim Mahlstedt10:00 – 10:15Innovation
Opening “From Sensor to Action – because availability is not monitored, it is protected”
In critical infrastructures, it is no longer enough to simply identify risks. Those who only measure react too late.Joachim Mahlstedt – Managing Director, Kentix -
David Moser10:15 – 10:30Strategy
Business Intro “Assa Abloy - Digital with Confidence”
Since October 2025, Kentix has been part of the Assa Abloy Group. We explain the advantages this brings for customers and partners.David Moser – Senior Vice President & Head of Digital Access Solutions EMEIA, Assa Abloy Group -
Anna Klaft10:30 – 11:15Top Keynote
Between Growth, Regulation, and AI: Where the Data Center Market Is Headed
An overview of current trends in the data center market in Germany and Europe, as well as the key technological, political, regulatory, and economic drivers that are shaping the industry today and will continue to transform it in the coming years.Anna Klaft – CEO KLF Management GmbH -
Dr. Torsten Quast11:15 – 12:00Innovation
Live Lock Picking
A hands-on security demonstration shows how mechanical locks can be picked—without causing any visible damage. Adopting an attacker’s perspective helps illustrate how vulnerabilities can be identified early on and addressed effectively.Dr. Torsten Quast – Director & Head of Mechanical Product Security EMEIA, Assa Abloy Group -
12:00 – 13:15Lunch & Exhibition
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Mike Ribbe13:15 – 14:00Strategy
Structured approach to implementing critical infrastructure protection and resilience
A compact overview of critical infrastructure (KRITIS), key regulatory requirements (including draft legislation), and how NIS-2, DORA, and CRA apply to businesses.Mike Ribbe – Consultant, Von zur Mühlen‘sche GmbH -
Jürgen Werner
Patrick Köhler
Daniel Peitz14:00 – 14:45Innovation
Customer Experience
- Stadtwerke Ulm (SWU) – Experience report on building a new data center with comprehensive KentixONE equipment
- T-Systems International GmbH – T-Systems International GmbH – The Innovation Center in Munich has been using Kentix solutions for many years and has been doing so at its new location since 2026
- windCORES – Experience report on building a colocation facility inside a wind turbine with integrated KentixONE solution
Jürgen Werner – Head of Data Centers, Stadtwerke Ulm
Patrick Köhler – Senior Innovation Manager, T-Systems International GmbH
Daniel Peitz – Technical Sales, windCORES -
14:45 – 15:15Coffee Break & Exhibition
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Alexander Lang
Joshua Heim15:15 – 16:00Know-how
KentixONE Roadmap 2027 - From Sensor to Action as an innovation driver
Kentix is not just a software provider that collects integrations. Kentix is an ecosystem that manages critical infrastructure from sensor to action. Our true unique selling point is not “PSIM + DCIM” but a seamless sensor-to-action chain from a single source.Alexander Lang – Head of Development, Kentix
Joshua Heim – Development, Kentix -
Prof. Dr. Christian Zenger16:00 – 16:45Top Keynote
From regulation to resilience: CRA, CER and the future of cyber-physical security
The presentation examines the regulatory paradigm shift brought about by the CRA and CER and its implications for ISMS processes and accountability models. It focuses on the interaction between manufacturers, operators, and system integrators in light of new liability and resilience requirements. It demonstrates how physical integrity is implemented as the foundation of modern cyber resilience in physical security systems.Prof. Dr. Christian Zenger – Founder & CEO, PHYSEC -
Mathias Goldt
Joachim Mahlstedt
Prof. Dr. Christian Zenger16:45 – 17:15Strategy
Platform discussion: Kentix stands for “Secure Availability by Design”. What does that mean for the future?
The Kentix Product Management Team will answer questions and explain why security and operations must converge.Mathias Goldt – Head of Product Management, Kentix
Joachim Mahlstedt – Managing Director, Kentix
Prof. Dr. Christian Zenger – Founder & CEO, PHYSEC -
17:15 – 18:00Exhibition & Networking
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From 19:00Networking
Business Ends - Pleasure Begins
Evening program featuring entertainment and networking:
- Exciting stage programm
- Food trucks serving pizza and juicy burgers
- Community Awards ceremony
- Opening of the legendary “Gin-der-Hannes” bar
Fri, June 19, 2026
Exhibition Hall & Kentix HQ (exclusive for partners)
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09:00 – 10:00Networking
Breakfast & Warm-up
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Dennis Johe10:00 – 11:00Strategy
Sales Update for Partners – Strategy, Scaling and Collaboration
Presentation of the new sales structure and team members, including outlook and strategy for 2027Dennis Johe – Head of International Sales -
Stephan Kehlen
Miguel Marinho11:00 – 11:45Know-how
Update on Partner Program & Partner Portal, Tools, Support
Presentation of exclusive sales tools for Kentix partners. Implementation of growth opportunities and focus topics for a successful partnership.Stephan Kehlen – Team Lead Sales DACH
Miguel Marinho – Team Lead Inside Sales -
Change of location to Kentix HQ
The Kentix headquarters is approx. 500 m (7-minute walk) from the exhibition hall. -
11:45 – 13:45Meet the Developers
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12:00 – 13:30Networking
Hunsrück Specialties from the Grill
Location
Messe Idar-Oberstein, John-F.-Kennedy-Straße 9, 55743 Idar-Oberstein, Germany
The Kentix HQ is about 500 m (7 minutes' walk) from the exhibition hall.
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Kentix HQ
Kentix Community DayBy Car
Take the A62 (Birkenfeld / Idar-Oberstein exit) and continue on the B41 towards Idar-Oberstein. Parking is available nearby the exhibition hall.
By Train / Bus
Take the train to Idar-Oberstein station. From the station: Either take the bus towards Gewerbegebiet / Messe Idar-Oberstein or take a taxi (approx. 5–10 minutes' drive). Get off near John-F.-Kennedy-Straße, then take a short walk to the exhibition hall.
Hotel recommendations
A block of rooms is available at the following hotels. When booking your hotel, please use the code Kentix2026.
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B&B HOTEL Idar-Oberstein,
Austraße 15, 55743 Idar-Oberstein
Book a room (Reservations available until April 27, 2026) -
Das Marienhöh Langweiler,
Marienhöh 2 – 10, 55758 Langweiler
www.dasmarienhoeh.de
Booking by email to (Reservations available until April 23, 2026) -
Parkhotel Idar-Oberstein,
Hauptstraße 185, 55743 Idar-Oberstein
www.parkhotel-idaroberstein.de
Booking by email to (Reservations available until May 17, 2026)
Please note that accommodation is not included in the ticket price. Bookings are subject to availability.
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FAQ
What is included in the ticket?
- Access to all keynotes and panel discussions on Community Day on June 18, 2026
- All food and beverages throughout the day
- Exclusively for partners: Access to Partner Day on June 19, 2026
Please note: The hotel is not included in the ticket price.
Can I cancel my booking?
* How to use the voucher?
You will receive your personal voucher on the day of the event. The voucher can be used until December 31, 2026, and for a minimum order value of €1,500 exclusively in the Kentix Shop.