Where Reality Begins Warsaw

Advancing Engineering through Simulation, AI and Testing

June 9, 2026 · Leonardo Royal Hotel Warsaw · Warsaw, Poland

Hosted by Siemens Digital Industries Software, this event brings together forward-thinking engineering professionals to explore how simulation and AI are transforming engineering 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 specialists, experienced users, and management-level professionals responsible for engineering strategy and innovation.

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Agenda

09:00 – 09:05 | Welcome
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 | AI-Driven Engineering Performance Optimization
Athanasios Besikiotis, Presales Solutions Consultant

10:45 – 11:15 | Customer Story (TBA)

11:15 – 11:45 | Coffee Break

Specialized sessions

11:45 – 13:00 | General Engineering Track: Simcenter STAR-CCM+: CFD Capabilities & Real-World Success
Krzysztof Kus, CFD Engineer

11:45 – 13:00 | General Engineering Track: TBA Session
Speaker TBA

11:45 – 13:00 | Defense Focus Track: Defence Systems & Mission-Critical Platforms: ILS, Sustainment and MBSE with Simcenter MADE
Hans van Holjeart, Portfolio Development Executive

11:45 – 13:00 | Defense Focus Track: Meshless Methods for Simulation-Driven Design
Konrad Babiuch, Senior Pre-Sales Solution Consultant

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