Orthopaedics and trauma surgery are navigating shifts in care delivery and training models. DKOU 2026 takes place from 20 to 23 October in Berlin and brings together clinical sessions and a sizeable industry exhibition. The following notes focus on commercial preparation and what companies should prioritise.
Practical information for DKOU 2026
The congress runs 20–23 October 2026 at CityCube Berlin within the Messe Berlin complex. The event pairs a scientific programme with an exhibition covering several thousand square metres. Registration and exhibitor details are handled through the congress website.
Program themes and structure
The programme spans clinical practice and basic research. Main topics include care of the elderly patient, foot and ankle surgery, impaired fracture healing and rheumatoid orthopaedics. The congress also addresses digitalisation, AI, biomechanics, regeneration and gene and cell therapies. That breadth lets vendors position clinical evidence alongside technology showcases.
Exhibitor and attendee profile
DKOU attracts companies focused on implants, surgical instruments, medical devices and clinical digital solutions. Attendees include hospital clinicians, private practitioners, academic researchers and procurement specialists. Exhibitors engage with users, clinical decision makers and institutional buyers.
Key figures
Published figures indicate over 8,000 delegates, more than 200 exhibiting companies and representation from 50+ nations. The exhibition area is reported as around 5,000 square metres. These metrics reflect the scale of contacts and visibility available at the congress.
Preparing B2B outreach at DKOU 2026
Book meetings in advance and consult the industry portal for the exhibitor list. At the stand, focus on concise clinical evidence and short case summaries that clinicians can review quickly. For hospital procurement, bring regulatory documentation and comparative effectiveness data. For digital offerings prepare short demos and measurable implementation metrics.
Structure daily objectives around three priorities: existing client meetings, scheduled demos and identifying committee-level contacts. Keep on-stand interactions brief and use scheduled off-stand meetings for deeper technical discussions.
Closing note and official reference
DKOU 2026 pairs a comprehensive scientific programme with a major industry exhibition, which makes clinical evidence and operational readiness central to commercial success. Registration, exhibitor listings and practical details are available on the official site at https://dkou.org/en/ and should be consulted when finalising your plan for Berlin.
