Aras, a leader in product lifecycle management (PLM) and digital thread solutions, announced details for its annual global user conference, ACE 2026, scheduled for April 13–16, 2026 in Miami, Florida. The theme for the event is Adaptive Intelligence, reflecting Aras’ vision for transforming how PLM and digital thread strategies can leverage AI to deliver a level of disruptive agility to those organizations able to move fast enough. Talks will feature executive keynotes, customer stories, and insights into Aras’ product roadmap.
Pinar Seyhan Demirdag, founder and CEO of Cuebric, will give a guest keynote exploring the skill sets we all must develop to thrive in a world reshaped by the advent of AI. She brings a unique perspective as the founder of a company pioneering the intersection of film, AI, and storytelling, and is a recognized leader in generative AI and ethical innovation. Demirdag’s work focuses on expanding human creative freedom through responsible, advanced technologies.
“Aras events, and ACE in particular, are truly unique in the PLM industry. It’s where we break down the barriers between end users, admins, developers, service partners, and software vendors to explore the future of our industry,” said Leon Lauritsen, CEO at Aras. “We live in an important time in history, and ACE 2026 will be a chance for us to navigate the age of AI together as a community. If you are passionate about PLM, digital thread, and the future of AI in digital engineering, this is the year to be at ACE.”
Hosted in Miami – a city long known for its energy and reinvention – ACE 2026 will bring together innovators, customers, and partners for multiple days of learning and exchange. The program features interactive sessions, live demos, community forums, and ample opportunity to network with your peers. Attendees can connect directly with Aras experts in the “Ask Aras” demo room, Aras-in-the-Round discussions, and strategy sessions with product leaders.
Learn more and secure your spot by visiting the ACE 2026 event page.
