What is the event focus?

The summit focuses on functional safety in automotive systems—covering ISO 26262, ISO/PAS 8800 (AI safety), SOTIF and the intersection with cybersecurity and software-defined vehicles.

Where and when is the event taking place?

21-23 April 2026, Munich, Germany.

Why you should not miss it?

Whether you are scaling SDVs, aligning with ISO 26262 third-edition or integrating safety-security-software lifecycles, this event equips you with frameworks, peer support and actionable tools to lead. Missing it means missing critical insight in a domain that will define mobility safety for years to come.

Is there a dress code for the event?

Business professional or smart business casual is recommended—expect senior functional safety engineers, system architects and executives.

Technology · Summit

Automotive Functional Safety 2026

Name: Automotive Functional Safety 2026
Start: 2026-04-21T18:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-04-23T20:00:00+00:00
Location: Hilton Munich City

Automotive Functional Safety Week 2026, Munich (21-23 Apr) equips safety, AI & vehicle teams to master ISO 26262, SOTIF & AI safety.

21–23 April 2026 · Tue – Thu
Hilton Munich City · München, Germany
This event has ended

About this event

As vehicles become increasingly software-driven, connected and autonomous, functional safety remains a foundational requirement—now evolving with new standards and risk landscapes. The Automotive Functional Safety Week 2026 brings together safety engineers, system architects, standard-bodies and OEM/Tier-1 professionals in Munich from 21-23 April 2026. Across three days, attendees will engage with cutting-edge sessions on ISO 26262 3rd Edition, ISO/PAS 8800 (AI functional safety), ISO/DTS 5083 and the growing convergence of safety, security and software-defined vehicles.

Key Highlights

Overview of ISO 26262 third edition updates and their implications for vehicle safety lifecycle.
Deep-dives into ISO/PAS 8800 and AI-enabled functional safety—exploring how AI impacts safety architecture and compliance.
Sessions on SOTIF (Safety Of The Intended Functionality) and the integration of functional safety with vehicle cybersecurity and software-defined vehicle platforms.
Networking and expert forums with OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, regulators and safety practitioners—benchmarking best practices from around the world.

Who Should Attend?

Heads of Functional Safety, Safety Engineering & Vehicle Safety Systems in OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers.
System architects, software engineers and technical leads responsible for AI, software-defined vehicle (SDV) platforms, safety-critical systems and compliance.
Regulatory, standardisation and compliance professionals working on ISO 26262, ISO/PAS 8800, SOTIF and the interplay with cybersecurity.
Technology providers, consultants and service suppliers specialising in functional safety tools, AI safety, model-based design, verification & validation workflows.
Professionals from MENA and global markets seeking leading-edge frameworks and peer-insights to bring into their regions.

Main Features

Expert panel discussions & keynote sessions on the latest functional safety standards, safety architecture for SDVs and risk management.
Interactive workshops & breakout sessions where attendees engage in model-based design, safety lifecycle management, AI in safety and integration of safety & security.
Peer networking & benchmarking — opportunities to connect with senior professionals from OEMs, Tier-1s, regulators and suppliers, to discuss challenges, share experiences and build road-maps for safety transformation.

Automotive Functional Safety 2026 was a Technology event that took place 21-23 Apr 2026 at Hilton Munich City, München, Germany.