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Nuremberg, March 10 2026 – Taiwan drew strong attention from the international trade community on the opening day of Embedded World 2026. During a press conference held as part of the Taiwan Excellence Product Launch, international media representatives, industry experts, and key stakeholders gathered at the Taiwan Excellence Pavilion in Hall 2, Booth 2-313 to explore the latest AI and edge innovations from Taiwanese technology companies.

Under the theme “Beyond the Cloud: AI at the Edge,” Taiwan Excellence award-winning companies presented practical applications demonstrating how artificial intelligence is being integrated directly into industrial machinery, equipment, and embedded systems. The event was organized by the International Trade Administration (TITA) and the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA).

“Taiwan is advancing its vision of becoming an ‘AI Island,’ by strengthening the connection between semiconductor innovation and real-world edge applications,” said Peggy Lin, Deputy Director of the Strategic Marketing Department at TAITRA. “With industrial production increasing by 16.7 percent in 2025, we are well positioned to serve as a reliable innovation partner for Europe’s smart manufacturing and automation initiatives.”

Ambassador Dr. Klement Gu, Representative of Taiwan in Germany, emphasized the deepening economic partnership between Taiwan and Europe. “Last year marked an important milestone in our bilateral relationship, with trade between Taiwan and Germany reaching a record US$21.7 billion. The recent topping-out ceremony of the ESMC semiconductor facility in Dresden further reflects Taiwan’s long-term industrial commitment to Europe.”

The press conference featured six Taiwan Excellence brands – ADLINK, Advantech, ASUS, DFI, IBASE, and NEXCOM – presenting application scenarios across Smart Solutions, Edge Computing, and Industrial Memory & Storage. The presentations demonstrated how Taiwan’s ecosystem enables AI deployment not only in data centers but directly within industrial embedded environments.

Clement Lin, Chairman & CEO of NEXCOM International Co., Ltd., outlined how edge AI is evolving toward greater integration of physical systems and enterprise IT infrastructures. He explained how industrial automation and software-defined manufacturing are enabling companies to enhance operational resilience and efficiency through AI-enabled systems.

At Embedded World 2026, more than 140 Taiwanese companies are exhibiting, representing one of the largest international contingents at the world’s leading trade fair for embedded technologies. At the Taiwan Excellence Pavilion, 22 award-winning brands are presenting 41 selected products spanning AI computing, industrial networking, storage, and embedded systems.

In addition to the Product Launch, Taiwan Excellence is hosting daily networking sessions at the pavilion throughout the exhibition. The pavilion serves as a central meeting point for European manufacturers, system integrators, and technology partners seeking to exchange insights on AI-powered hardware, edge computing platforms, industrial networking technologies, and memory solutions.

For more information about the innovations presented at Embedded World 2026, please visit www.taiwanexcellence.org/en/press/events/1091.

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About Taiwan Excellence

Taiwan Excellence Awards were established in 1993 by the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), Taiwan, R.O.C. Products carrying this prestigious symbol are recognized for outstanding R&D, design, quality, and marketing through a rigorous selection process. As a government-backed award, Taiwan Excellence represents the pinnacle of Taiwanese industrial achievement and product excellence. The Taiwan Excellence symbol is globally recognized, with trademark protection and promotion in 106 countries and regions.

For more information, visit www.taiwanexcellence.org/en.

About the Organizer

The International Trade Administration (TITA), under the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Taiwan, is responsible for trade policy planning, international cooperation, and economic agreements. Its work includes trade promotion, MICE industry development, and regulatory trade management. The administration plays a key role in removing trade barriers, analyzing data, and resolving trade disputes.

For more details, visit www.trade.gov.tw/English/.

About the Taiwan External Trade Development Council

The Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) is Taiwan’s leading non-profit, semi-governmental trade promotion organization, established in 1970. Co-sponsored by the government, industry associations, and commercial organizations, TAITRA operates a global trade network with over 1,200 specialists across its Taipei headquarters and 60 worldwide offices. In partnership with the Taiwan Trade Center (TTC) and Taipei World Trade Center (TWTC), TAITRA drives international trade through strategic promotional efforts.

For more information, visit www.taitra.org.tw.

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