Zorg & ict 2027 – Healthcare Technology Expo Netherlands

Full scientific programme

Zorg & ict 2027 will bring together healthcare professionals, technology specialists, innovators, policymakers and suppliers for three days of knowledge sharing focused on the future of healthcare technology and smart ICT solutions. The official programme for 2027 has not yet been fully published, but the event is expected to continue its focus on practical healthcare innovation, digital transformation and emerging technologies.

The 2026 programme covered artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data availability, regional cooperation, digital skills and remote care. The programme was presented across a Tech Mainstage, several ICT Theaters, guided tours and specialist knowledge areas.

Expected 2027 programme themes include:

• Artificial intelligence in healthcare
• Secure healthcare data and interoperability
• Cybersecurity and information security
• Digital healthcare and remote care
• Regional healthcare cooperation
• Digital transformation
• Healthcare automation
• Digital skills
• Patient-centred technology
• Data-driven healthcare
• E-health and care innovation

Key speakers & experts

The 2027 speaker list has not yet been announced. Zorg & ict traditionally brings together healthcare executives, researchers, technology specialists, policymakers and practitioners who discuss how digital technologies can improve healthcare delivery.

The 2026 programme featured speakers and experts including Ernst Kuipers, Mariëlle Ploumen, Bianca Rouwenhorst, Jeroen van den Over, Michel van Genderen, Payal Arora, Bas Bloem, Bart Scheerder, Jet Bussemaker and Margje Mahler. Danka Stuijver served as day chair.

The 2027 programme is expected to introduce a new group of healthcare leaders and technology experts as the schedule is developed.

What to expect in 2027

Zorg & ict 2027 will take place as the annual meeting place for healthcare professionals looking for practical technology, ICT solutions and new approaches to digital healthcare. The organiser describes it as the largest and most prominent healthtech event in the Netherlands.

Visitors can expect a combination of exhibition stands, expert sessions, knowledge theatres, demonstrations, networking and opportunities to meet companies developing healthcare technology.

The event is expected to highlight:

• AI and intelligent healthcare applications
• Healthcare data availability
• Cybersecurity and privacy
• Digital patient services
• Remote care and monitoring
• E-health platforms
• Healthcare software
• Automation and robotics
• Digital communication
• Smart care environments
• Startups and emerging innovations

The organiser states that the event provides access to more than 13,000 healthcare professionals and specialists through its wider business and marketing network.

Event dates

2027 dates: 13–15 April 2027

Zorg & ict 2027 will run from Tuesday, 13 April through Thursday, 15 April 2027 at Jaarbeurs Utrecht in the Netherlands. The organiser confirms that the event returns annually to Utrecht.

The previous edition took place from 14–16 April 2026 at the same venue.

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Venue & conference site

Venue: Jaarbeurs Utrecht

Address: Jaarbeursplein 6, 3521 AL Utrecht, Netherlands

Jaarbeurs Utrecht provides the exhibition halls, theatres, conference areas, meeting facilities and visitor services used for Zorg & ict. Its central location next to Utrecht Centraal makes the venue particularly convenient for professionals travelling from different parts of the Netherlands.

The 2026 edition used multiple exhibition and theatre areas, with different ICT theatres supporting specialist sessions and exhibitor presentations.

Public transport & parking

Train: Jaarbeurs is directly next to Utrecht Centraal railway station, making train travel one of the easiest ways to reach the event.

Car: Jaarbeurs has more than 3,200 parking spaces, including covered parking and dedicated accessible spaces. The main parking areas include P2, P4 and P6.

Parking price: The current Jaarbeurs parking rate is approximately $5.56 per hour based on the published €4.75 hourly rate.

Electric vehicles: Jaarbeurs provides charging facilities for electric vehicles, making the venue suitable for visitors travelling with electric cars.

Visitors should check the venue’s current parking conditions before travelling because event-day arrangements and rates can change.

Accommodation areas

Visitors attending Zorg & ict can choose accommodation close to Jaarbeurs or in Utrecht’s central districts.

Utrecht Centraal: The most convenient area for visitors who want to walk to Jaarbeurs and remain close to major rail connections.

Utrecht city centre: Offers hotels, restaurants, cafés and historic attractions within easy reach of the venue.

Jaarbeurs area: Suitable for professionals prioritising proximity to the exhibition and conference facilities.

Amsterdam: International visitors can also stay in Amsterdam and travel to Utrecht by train, although staying in Utrecht is more convenient for early programme sessions.

Accessibility

Jaarbeurs provides accessibility facilities for visitors with different mobility requirements. The venue has accessible routes and facilities throughout its exhibition and conference buildings.

Jaarbeurs provides dedicated parking spaces for visitors with disabilities, including 28 designated spaces across its parking facilities.

Accessible parking: Dedicated accessible spaces are available.

Public transport: The proximity of Utrecht Centraal makes train arrival convenient.

Assistance dogs: Assistance dogs are permitted inside Jaarbeurs, while other animals are not allowed.

Visitors with specific accessibility requirements should contact Jaarbeurs before the event to confirm the most suitable arrangements.

Previous year’s highlights

Zorg & ict 2026 focused on three major themes across the Tech Mainstage: regional cooperation, artificial intelligence and data availability. Additional sessions addressed cybersecurity, digital skills, remote care and secure healthcare data exchange.

The 2026 programme included speakers such as Ernst Kuipers, Bianca Rouwenhorst, Payal Arora, Bas Bloem and Jet Bussemaker. Visitors could also join guided tours focused on data availability, AI in care and healthcare cybersecurity.

The event featured a Care Innovation Startup Square where startups presented new healthcare ideas and finalists competed for the National Care Innovation Award. Exhibitors also presented live demonstrations and knowledge sessions in several ICT theatres.

Official registration

Registration for Zorg & ict 2027 will be handled through the official Zorg & ict website and Jaarbeurs event system. The event website already confirms the 13–15 April 2027 dates.

2027 visitor registration: Registration details and the final visitor ticket system have not yet been fully published.

Previous edition: The 2026 exhibition was promoted with a free visitor ticket, so visitors can expect the standard exhibition registration to remain free unless the organiser announces a change.

International visitors should check the official registration information for any requirements relating to business travel or visas.

Research & scientific topics

Although Zorg & ict is primarily a healthcare technology and ICT exhibition rather than a traditional academic congress, its programme addresses research-driven and evidence-based developments in healthcare technology.

Important research and knowledge areas include:

• Artificial intelligence and AI ethics
• Healthcare data availability
• Interoperability
• Cybersecurity
• Digital health
• Remote monitoring
• Healthcare automation
• Digital patient communication
• Data-driven prevention
• Digital transformation
• Human-centred technology
• Information governance

The 2026 programme specifically examined AI applications, secure data exchange, information security and practical digital transformation across healthcare organisations.

Sessions, presentations & panels

The event uses multiple stages and theatres for presentations, discussions and knowledge sessions.

Tech Mainstage: The main stage features keynote speakers, healthcare leaders and experts discussing major developments affecting healthcare technology.

ICT Theaters: Specialist theatres provide more focused sessions, often delivered in cooperation with knowledge partners and exhibitors.

Data availability programme: In 2026, VWS, Nictiz, VZVZ, NEN, MedMij and Zorginstituut Nederland contributed to a dedicated programme about healthcare data exchange and availability.

The 2027 schedule will determine the final speakers, session titles and timetable.

Workshops & demonstrations

Practical learning is an important component of Zorg & ict. Visitors can see healthcare technologies in operation, attend specialist sessions and take part in guided tours across the exhibition floor.

In 2026, guided tours covered data availability, AI in care, healthcare cybersecurity and information security. Exhibitors in several ICT theatres also presented live demonstrations of smart solutions designed to improve healthcare efficiency and future readiness.

The 2027 programme is expected to continue this practical approach with demonstrations, exhibitor presentations, guided tours and interactive sessions.

Registration & ticket types

The 2027 ticket structure has not yet been fully announced.

Standard visitor ticket: The previous edition offered a free exhibition ticket for professional visitors.

Conference sessions: Programme access may depend on the event registration and specific session requirements.

Exhibitor access: Exhibitors receive access arrangements connected with their participation packages.

2027 pricing: No paid visitor pricing has been announced. The previous standard exhibition ticket was free.

Professional & industry access

Zorg & ict is designed for professionals across the healthcare ecosystem rather than general leisure visitors. The event brings together healthcare organisations and companies developing technology for healthcare delivery.

Relevant professional groups include:

• Healthcare executives
• Doctors and nurses
• Healthcare ICT specialists
• CIOs and IT managers
• Digital transformation specialists
• Data professionals
• Cybersecurity professionals
• Healthcare managers
• Researchers
• Policymakers
• Technology suppliers
• E-health developers
• Startup founders
• Healthcare innovators

The organiser highlights the opportunity to meet healthcare professionals at different organisational levels, including ICT specialists, CEOs, nurses and doctors.

Exhibitors & pharmaceutical companies

Zorg & ict is primarily focused on healthcare technology, ICT, digital health and smart healthcare solutions rather than being a pharmaceutical trade show. Its exhibitor base includes software providers, healthcare technology companies, cybersecurity specialists, e-health developers, medical technology suppliers and digital service providers.

Examples represented in the 2026 exhibitor programme included ChipSoft, Tinybots, Alphatron Medical Systems and Ecare.

Other 2026 exhibitors included Aareon, Awareways, Amulet, Ekco, Gerimedica/Ysis, Salto Systems, SOTI and Westfalen Medical. Their solutions ranged from healthcare software and cloud infrastructure to cybersecurity, AI applications, access control, mobile technology and respiratory-care services.

The final 2027 exhibitor list will be published as participating companies are confirmed.

Networking & professional meetings

Networking is a central purpose of Zorg & ict. The organiser promotes the exhibition as a place where collaborations begin, ideas develop and healthcare professionals meet companies presenting new products and innovations.

Visitors can meet exhibitors directly at their stands, discuss technology requirements, compare solutions and establish professional relationships. Exhibitors can also use the event to launch products, generate leads and position themselves as thought leaders through theatre sessions.

The exhibition’s wide professional audience creates opportunities for meetings between healthcare providers, technology suppliers, startups, consultants, researchers and decision-makers.

Event rules & accreditation

Zorg & ict operates as a professional healthcare technology event at Jaarbeurs Utrecht. Visitors should register through the official event platform and follow the organiser’s entry and venue requirements.

Professional attendance: The event is intended for healthcare professionals, technology specialists and other relevant industry participants.

Registration: Visitors should complete the official registration process before attending.

Animals: Jaarbeurs does not permit animals inside the venue, except assistance dogs.

Visa: Jaarbeurs does not process visitor visa applications. International attendees should check with the Dutch embassy or consulate in their country regarding visa requirements.

How to get there

By train: Utrecht Centraal is directly beside Jaarbeurs. From the station, visitors can reach the exhibition and conference centre on foot.

By car: Jaarbeurs is centrally located in Utrecht and accessible from the Dutch motorway network. Visitors using the venue car parks should follow the directions for the parking entrance.

From Schiphol Airport: Jaarbeurs is approximately 30 minutes from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, making Utrecht practical for international visitors.

By public transport: Utrecht Centraal provides extensive national rail connections as well as local bus and other public transport services.

For exhibition and conference halls, visitors arriving by public transport should generally use the station-side entrance indicated by Jaarbeurs.