Turning GS1 Standards into Business Value
GS1 InterACT 2026, GS1 in Europe’s flagship event, brings together leading brands, retailers and other stakeholders to explore how GS1 standards and digital labelling can turn compliance into efficiency, transparency, and competitive advantage.
Through real success stories and networking, the event highlights best practices in sustainability, traceability, and next-generation barcodes.
Register now online or join us in person to be part of the conversation shaping the future of global supply chains.
Key Benefits of Attending GS1 InterACT 2026
Turn ideas into action
Discover practical use cases and real-world strategies you can apply immediately to improve transparency, efficiency, and traceability.
Gain future-ready insights
Explore how GS1 standards, data, and digital innovation are reshaping supply chains and driving smarter business decisions.
Connect with industry leaders
Meet experts, brands, and peers across retail, logistics, and manufacturing to exchange ideas.
Programme Details
24 June 2026, from 10:00 to 16:00 CEST | Frankfurt and online
Welcome & Strategic Framing: How Sustainability Is Reshaping Business
No structured data, no circularity. No transparency.
As new initiatives like the Digital Product Passport reshape industries, data is becoming a strategic asset. This session will explore how businesses can move beyond compliance and unlock value through smarter data sharing. Discover how digital labelling and GS1 standards can drive consumer trust, streamline operations, and differentiate your brand in a rapidly evolving, data-driven market.
Coffee break
Showcasing Sustainable Practices
Showcasing Sustainable Practices explores how companies are driving real impact through sustainability. From Digital Product Passports and ESG reporting under CSRD to deforestation-free supply chains and circular economy initiatives, participants will see practical examples and strategies for implementing climate-conscious, responsible practices across industries.
Lunch
Trusted Identification and Trusted Data: The Future of Data Sharing and AI Enablement
This session dives into the foundations of the future of data exchange, from GDSN and GS1 Digital Link to the transition towards QR codes powered by GS1. It will also explore the growing role of AI, data spaces, and registries in enabling scalable and interoperable ecosystems.
Through real industry use cases, discover how organisations are turning structured data into smarter operations, better decisions, and new business opportunities.
Coffee Break
Data Sharing in Action: Key Insights & What’s Next
This session brings together real industry use cases to highlight key learnings and practical next steps for companies navigating digital transformation. It will also reinforce GS1’s role as a trusted partner in this journey, while exploring key trends shaping the future of data sharing and their impact on business and data ecosystems
Welcome to GS1 InterACT 2026
Welcome to GS1 InterACT 2026, an event where ideas turn into action, and the future of data sharing becomes the foundation for a more sustainable, intelligent, and connected world.
We are entering a new era where data is not just supporting business; it is shaping it. As global challenges intensify and regulatory landscapes evolve, the ability to share trusted, interoperable data at scale will define the frontrunners of tomorrow.
This year’s edition looks beyond today’s challenges to explore what’s next. How can we harness the full potential of data to drive transparency, enable circularity, and power smarter decisions? How do we build ecosystems where businesses, technologies, and partners seamlessly connect?
From Digital Product Passports to AI-driven insights, from next-generation barcodes powered by GS1 to global data spaces, GS1 standards enable seamless identification and data sharing across the ecosystem, connecting physical and digital worlds, and turning information into impact.
GS1 InterACT 2026 is not just about sharing knowledge; it is about shaping the future together. Through bold ideas and real-world innovation, we will explore how trusted data can unlock new value, strengthen collaboration, and accelerate the transition toward a more resilient and sustainable global economy.
Join us as we move from vision to reality, and from data to impact.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Jan Somers
GS1 in Europe Chair