FEDESSA Conference Programme Guide 2026

FEDESSA CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOW 2026 PROGRAMME GUIDE: WHAT NOT TO MISS!

The FEDESSA Conference & Trade Show is Europe’s leading self storage conference, bringing together operators, investors, suppliers and technology companies from across the continent for three days of education, networking and business development. The 2026 event takes place in Wiesbaden, Germany from 22nd – 24th September.  

The official programme includes keynote presentations, investor panels, technology sessions and Europe’s largest self storage trade show outside North America, making it one of the industry’s most valuable annual events.

We’ve put together this guide to help customers, partners and delegates plan their time and identify the sessions most relevant to their business.

OVERVIEW

🗓️ Tuesday 22nd – Thursday 24th September 2026

📍 RheinMain CongressCenter (RMCC), Wiesbaden, Frankfurt, Germany

Whether you’re an operator, investor or supplier, there are opportunities throughout the event to learn about market trends, technology, customer acquisition and operational improvements. The below points highlight what you can expect:

• Conference Presentation
• Trade Show
• Networking Events
• Industry Awards
• Facility Tour
• Supplier Exhibition

WEDNESDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

Wednesday is the busiest day of the conference. The sessions include:

• Economic Outlook
• Annual Industry Survey
• International Panel
• Institutional Investor Panel
• Future of Self Storage Technology
• Sales and Operational Performance

The trade show is open throughout the day, giving delegates the opportunity to meet suppliers and explore new products and services.

We’re delighted to host a networking evening where you can meet the Janus team, connect with industry colleagues, and enjoy drinks on us. Stay up to date with the latest event news by following us on LinkedIn.

THURSDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

Thursday sessions focusses on future growth and customer experience. Hot topics include:

• Customer Experience
• Leadership
• Consumer Behaviour
• Market Data
• Future Trends in Self Storage

This is an excellent opportunity to revisit exhibitors before the conference concludes.

VISIT THE JANUS STAND

The Janus team will be exhibiting throughout the trade show, visit the team to discuss:

• Improving occupancy
• Customer aquisition
• Revenue growth
• Implementing automation and technology
• Facility layout and design

You’ll also discover our core product range up close, from walls and doors to lock options that bring a facility together. Visiting our stand gives you the chance to see the build quality, materials, and craftsmanship for yourself, something that’s difficult to appreciate from a brochure alone.

Book a meeting with the Janus team at the FEDESSA Conference.

Questions we are happy to answer:

• What are operators doing differently in 2026?
• How can independent operators compete with larger brands?
• What technology does a modern self storage facility need in 2026?
• What are the key factors in designing and building a successful storage facility?
• What should you consider before building a new self storage facility?