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Advancing Engineering through Simulation, AI and Testing

June 3, 2026 · Hilton Prague Atrium · Prague, Czech Republic

Hosted by Siemens Digital Industries Software, this event brings together forward-thinking engineering professionals to explore how simulation and AI are transforming engineering and testing workflows. Through focused discussions and real-world insights, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how advanced digital solutions can accelerate innovation, improve product quality, and streamline development processes.

Key Benefits of Attending

  • Gain actionable insights into how AI is reshaping engineering
  • Discover practical applications of simulation to reduce time-to-market and costs
  • Explore new strategies to drive innovation and improve efficiency
  • Connect with peers facing similar engineering challenges

Who Should Join

This event is designed for senior engineers, simulation and testing specialists, experienced users, and management-level professionals responsible for engineering

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Agenda

09:00 – 09:05 | Welcome Session
Kimon Afsaridis, Head of Simulation & Engineering AI, CEET

09:05 – 09:30 | Digital Convergence: Powering Siemens' Next Horizon
Kimon Afsaridis, Head of Simulation & Engineering AI, CEET

09:30 – 10:15 | Integrated Model-Based Performance Engineering
Hans Van den Wijngaert, EMEA Simulation GTM Practice (Marine, Heavy Equipment, Rail Systems, Defense Land Systems)

10:15 – 10:45 | Leveraging Engineering AI for Fast and Accurate Prediction
Spyridon Tselikis, Application Engineer, CEET

10:45 – 11:15 | Accelerating Design Cycles with Meshless Simulation
Spyridon Tselikis, Application Engineer, CEET

11:15 – 11:45 | Coffee Break

Breakout sessions

11:45 – 12:15 | Track A – Simulation: High-Frequency Electromagnetics
Jordi Soler, Global Director, High-Frequency Electromagnetics

11:45 – 12:15 | Track B – Testing & Validation: Simulation and Physical Testing
Alex Vermeulen, EMEA Zone Specialized Account Executive, Simcenter Test & Smart Vehicle Technologies

12:15 – 13:00 | Track A – AI & Digital Twins: AI, ROMs & Digital Twins in Engineering
Spyridon Mallios, Technical Lead, Global Simulation Practice

12:15 – 13:00 | Track B – AI Engineering: Hybrid AI Engineering (Test and Simulation)
Alex Vermeulen, EMEA Zone Specialized Account Executive, Simcenter Test & Smart Vehicle Technologies

13:00 – 13:30 | Standing Lunch

13:30 – 14:00 | Customer Panel: AI in Engineering
Industry Customers & Kimon Afsaridis

14:00 – 14:15 | Wrap-up and Open Discussion
Kimon Afsaridis, Head of Simulation & Engineering AI, CEET