25 Years of ppiDays!
June 30 – July 1, 2025 | Hamburg
Speakers · Agenda · Location · Registration

photo: Stephan Lemke / 25hours Hotel HafenCity
Welcome to ppiDays25!
Join us for two days of insights, innovation, and efficiency in publishing. At ppiDays25, you’ll experience inspiring keynotes, cutting-edge best practices, and exciting real-world use cases— presented by top experts from the publishing industry and beyond. Gain firsthand insights from leading publishers, engage in in-depth discussions with industry pioneers, and discover how innovative solutions can optimize your editorial and production workflows. Whether you’re a decision-maker, a strategist, or a hands-on publishing professional, ppiDays25 is the perfect opportunity to connect, learn, and drive your business forward.
What to Expect

Connect. Exchange. Shape the Future.
ppiDays25 is more than just a conference — it’s the ultimate meeting place for decision-makers in the publishing industry. In a relaxed setting, you’ll forge valuable connections, engage in insightful discussions, and explore innovative solutions for the future of publishing. Whether during lunch, networking breaks, or the exclusive evening event in Hamburg, this is where the conversations that drive your business forward happen. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this unique network!

Insights to Elevate Your Publishing Strategy
Gain valuable insights from expert-led presentations and real-world best practices covering the latest industry trends. From artificial intelligence and automation to streamlined workflows, discover firsthand how leading publishers successfully implement these technologies. Get inspired by expert knowledge and actionable strategies to take your publishing business to the next level.
Speakers
More speakers will be announced soon!
Agenda
Day 1
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch & Networking
Kick off ppiDays with a relaxed lunch at the 25hours Hotel.
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Presentations
Look forward to engaging keynotes and presentations with ample networking opportunities in between.
Presentations
- 50 Ways to Catch Your Reader – How Media Brands Compete for Their Audience
Christian Krug, Owner | Krugmedia GmbH - Boosting Print Production Efficiency by Direct WebCMS-to-Print Integration
Thomas Grim, Managing Director, and Etienne Combier, Digital Project Manager | Tribune de Lyon - Development and Use of Agentic AI at F.A.Z.
Maximilian Bruhn, Project Lead Artificial Intelligence, Executive Management | Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung GmbH - From Reading to Immersion – How Media Capture and Retain Attention Today
Benedikt Holtappels | Founder | Scrollytelling GmbH
A detailed program will follow shortly.
6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Evening Event
End the day with a casual networking evening in a special Hamburg venue.
Day 2
9:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Presentations
More insightful talks leading up to lunch.
Presentations
- Restructuring with a Future – Efficient Processes and Technology as Success Factors in Specialized Publishing
Thomas Letz, Managing Director | Österreichischer Wirtschaftsverlag GmbH
A detailed program will follow shortly.
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Lunch & Networking
Enjoy lunch and get ready for an interactive workshop.
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Workshop: CX Fusion in Practice
Dive into hands-on applications of the CX Fusion publishing solution.
Venues
Fotos: Stephan Lemke / 25hours Hotel HafenCity
25hours | Hamburg HafenCity
This year’s ppiDays will be hosted at the stylish 25hours Hotel in Hamburg, just 200 meters from the International Maritime Museum. With its modern facilities and vibrant harbor atmosphere, it provides the ideal setting for conferences and workshops.
Limited number of discounted hotel rooms
A limited number of rooms have been reserved at a special rate of €158 per night (June 30 – July 1). To secure one of these rooms, please email us at ppidays@ppimedia.de. Of course, you also have the option to book a room at the hotel independently at the daily rate.
Restaurant “Alte Liebe”
Register Now
Join us for ppiDays25 and secure your place in Hamburg.
Your free ppiDays25 ticket gives you access to all events.
Questions?
If you encounter any issues with ticket booking, feel free to contact us at ppidays@ppimedia.de. For any other inquiries, reach out to Heiko Bichel at +49 173 6791468 or heiko.bichel@ppimedia.de.