21 & 22 April, 2026 – Istanbul, Turkey

21 & 22 APRIL, 2026 – ISTANBUL, TURKEY

The essential access industry event

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Four events over two days

21 & 22 April, 2026
Istanbul, Turkey

A fantastic opportunity to gain knowledge from key access leaders, network face to face with industry friends and celebrate with your peers.

The IPAF Summit conference, along with the International Awards for Powered Access (IAPAs) is an excellent educational and networking opportunity for the access industry.

Created and organised jointly by the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) and Access International, the combined IAPAs and IPAF Summit is firmly established in the access industry as the annual event to attend.

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21 APRIL, 2026

1 / Site Visit

Organised by IPAF. The site visit is planned for Wednesday afternoon – more information will be provide nearer the time. Attendance is free and open to IPAF Summit & IAPAs delegates and IPAF members. N.B. Pre-registration is essential.

21 APRIL, 2026

2 / IPAF & IAPA Welcome Reception

Held the evening prior to the IPAF Summit, the reception is €25 per person to attend and offers time to socialise and network in a relaxed and informal environment. Space is limited so book early to avoid disappointment.

22 APRIL, 2026

3 / IPAF Summit

Held during the day, senior representatives gather from across the access community to hear from industry experts on the latest developments. High-profile speakers from rental companies, OEMs and government agencies present, debate and interact during the course of the day.

22 APRIL, 2026

4 / IAPA Dinner & Awards

International Awards for Powered Access are held in the evening. Jointly organised by Access International and IPAF, these independently judged awards are considered by many as the industry benchmark. The celebratory evening commences with pre-dinner drinks followed by the dinner and awards.

Why Attend

Network with Like-Minded Professionals

Learn about Key Industry Issues

Generate Ideas and Forge Partnerships

Identify Opportunities

2026 Venue

Abide-i Hurriyet Caddesi No.142 , Sisli, Istanbul, Türkiye, 34381

Tel: +90 212-3750100

Situated in the city center, the 5-star hotel offers easy access to famous landmarks like the Grand Bazaar, Taksim Square, and Topkapi Palace. The floor-to-ceiling windows in the contemporary rooms at the hotel offer good views of the Bosphorus and the city. 

The hotel has an on-site spa, indoor pool, 24-hour fitness center and a range of on-site dining options including an all-day restaurant, a bar, a Starbucks, and access to the Executive Lounge, offering stunning panoramic views of Istanbul.

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