Conference on Circular Production Systems and Technologies (CCPT)
Circular Production Systems and Technologies - Enablers of the Future
In a world striving for sustainability, circular production is no longer optional, it's essential. The Circular Production Systems and Technologies conference is the meeting place for experts from research and industry to explore how circular technologies reshape production, minimize waste, and create lasting value.
On June 9 and 10, 2026, the CRC 1574 (Collaborative Research Center “Circular Factory for the Perpetual Innovative Product”) invites you to Karlsruhe for two days full of in-depth specialist presentations, discussions, and valuable networking opportunities.
The conference will focus on strategies, technologies and systems for sustainable industrial production. The topics range from integrated circular production and product-production co-design to adaptive reprocessing, sensor-based condition assessment and changeable production systems. Perspectives from production and materials technology, computer science, robotics and knowledge modeling are brought together.
The aim is to discuss new solutions together with industry, create synergies and drive forward the implementation of circular principles in practice. One thing is clear: the production of the future must not only be efficient, but also sustainable and adaptable - and this is precisely where this conference comes in.
Join us in shaping the circular production of tomorrow - we look forward to your participation!
Abstract Submission
The abstract submission is available at the following link.
The abstract must be uploaded to Springer Nature by February 28. Further information is available at Publication Process
Conference Topics
Explores business models for circular production at an industrial scale, along with cost-benefit analyses comparing circular and linear production approaches for products.
Focuses on the joint development of products and production systems for circular use. It includes lifecycle-oriented product development and circular factory planning.
Covers operational concepts and methods for enabling circular production on an industrial scale. It includes the integration of circular and linear processes.
Addresses the use of AI and sensor systems to assess product conditions and support circular workflows. Includes digital representations, sensor fusion and human-guided learning approaches.
Covers technologies for reprocessing and upgrading products within circular systems. Includes additive manufacturing and data-based process adjustments.
Focuses on flexible and adaptive production systems for circular applications. Includes dynamic planning, autonomous processes and strategies for managing scalability.
Addresses the semantic foundation of circular production through modular ontology design within the Circular Factory. Includes alignment with standards and ontology-based decision support.
Investigates strategies to transform production waste into valuable components within circular systems, with particular interest in advanced manufacturing approaches such as additive processes.
Preliminary Conference Program
Key Dates and Information
All accepted contributions will be published in peer-reviewed Springer Nature Conference Proceedings.
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Abstract deadline: |
28.02.2026 |
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Abstract acceptance notification: |
21.03.2026 |
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End of early bird period |
27.03.2026 |
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Closing registration: |
15.04.2026 |
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Full paper deadline: |
05.06.2026 |
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Conference*: |
09. & 10.06.2026 |
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Full paper review notification: |
31.07.2026 |
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Camera-ready paper: |
25.09.2026 |
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Publication in proceedings: |
November 2026 |
* All presentations given will be published in a collection at KITopen. Be aware that participation in the conference is independent of the full paper acceptance. An accepted abstract and conference participation do not guarantee acceptance of the subsequent full paper.
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Early Bird participation fee for the entire conference (registration before 27.03.26)** |
600€ |
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Participation fee for the entire conference** |
700€ |
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Participation on the day of the plenary sessions (09.06.26) |
450€ |
**When submitting a paper, the full conference fee must be paid and the paper must also be presented on the second day of the conference.
Registration
Registration is now available.
For external participants: Link
For KIT members: Link
Publication Process
Participants must submit an abstract (max. 250 words, no images) by 28 February 2026 to be eligible to submit a full paper. Acceptance notifications will be sent by 21 March 2026. Accepted papers will be published in Springer Nature Conference Proceedings. All presentations, regardless of paper acceptance, will be made available on KITopen directly after the conference.
Conference Dinner
The CCPT 2026 Conference Dinner will take place at the ZKM | Center for Art and Media Karlsruhe. Guests can look forward to an elegant evening with dinner in a unique setting, complemented by an exclusive guided tour of the museum with special opening hours reserved for CCPT participants.
Industry Visits
We have prepared exciting industry visits for CCPT participants on Monday, June 8, 2026.
Liebherr
We are organizing an industry visit to Liebherr in Ettlingen, a leading company in the development and production of advanced machine tools. Participants will gain exclusive insights into current manufacturing processes as well as innovative technologies and ongoing research projects. The visit also offers the opportunity to speak directly with experts and get to know the company firsthand.
Daedalus
We are also planning a visit to Daedalus, a company specializing in digital manufacturing, automation, and flexible production systems. Participants will experience cutting-edge manufacturing solutions, innovative process chains, and forward-looking automation concepts.In addition, the visit provides the chance to discuss current challenges and emerging trends in industrial production with professionals on site.
Accommodation
For CCPT 2026 participants, special hotel contingents have been reserved at selected hotels in Karlsruhe. These hotels are located within easy reach of the conference venue and the city’s main transport connections.
For both offers, an additional local tax of €3.50 per person per day applies.
Contact Information
For any further information or inquiries, please contact us at the following email address:
Chair CCPT
Co-Chair CCPT
Co-Chair CCPT & Proceedings Editor
