Airlock-Partner-Event 2026
Join us on January 27–28, 2026 for our big, annual Airlock Partner Event – this time under the motto “Up to the peak” – set in the picturesque mountain village of Stoos in the heart of the Swiss Alps. This exclusive event offers two days filled with innovation, inspiring exchange, and unforgettable experiences.
What to expect:
- Exclusive insights into our strategy, product vision and roadmap. Discover where the journey is taking us.
- An unforgettable outdoor experience set against a breathtaking mountain backdrop.
- Tailored break-out sessions for sales and tech enthusiasts – hands-on topics, open exchange and space to contribute.
- Inspiring success stories from our partner community.
- The MVP Award ceremony as a true highlight at the summit. We celebrate outstanding achievements within our partner network.
Event details:
Date: 27–28 January 2026, including overnight stay
Time: The event will start on 27 January at 11 am and end on 28 January at 4 pm
Location: Stoos Lodge, 6433 Stoos, Switzerland
Arrival/departure: A shuttle bus will leave Zurich Hauptbahnhof at 8:00 am on 27 January and return to Zurich the next day from Stoos. You may also make your own travel arrangements.
Agenda
Day 1
| until 11:00 | Arrival at hotel and luggage drop-off |
| 11:00-12:00 | Presentations |
| Basecamp briefing: Welcome to the ascent Kick-off with a welcome, agenda overview, and alignment on our joint summit goals |
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Reaching new heights: Product vision 2026+ |
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Route recap: Together to the peak |
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| 12:00-13:30 |
Lunch & networking |
| 13:30-16:00 |
Outdoor program: Up to the peak |
| 16:45-18:00 |
Summit exchange: Topic tables
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| 18:00 | Apéro, dinner & MVP partner awards An evening of great food and a moment to celebrate the path we’ve taken together |
| 22:15 | Return & open bar |
Day 2
| until 9:15 | Breakfast and check-out |
| 09:15-10:00 | Deep dive Microgateway: Kubernetes Ingress is frozen: Embrace the successor Kubernetes Gateway API Discover how the official Kubernetes Gateway API outshines Ingress. Explore its architecture, key benefits and Microgateway extensions. See it in action with a live demo and leave ready to implement Gateway API in your own clusters. |
| 10:15- 11:00 |
Break-out sessions |
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Deep dive IAM: Flexibility through Scriptable Steps |
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Summit update: What’s new in Airlock 2FA |
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| 11:15-12:00 |
Partner success stories: The view from the top |
| 12:00-13:00 | Lunch |
| 13:00-14:00 |
Networking with Topic tables: Final encounters |
| 14:00-14:50 |
Tools & stories for the climb: Value cards & Partnerzone |
| 14:50-15:00 | Wrap-up & outlook for the next summit in 2027 |
| 15:00 |
Drinks & goodbye: Cheers from the peak |