Event review

On 18 and 19 September 2024, Ilmac will be held at the Expo Beaulieu Lausanne, Switzerland, bringing together decision-makers from the entire life sciences industry value chain

On 18 and 19 September 2024, decision-makers from the entire life sciences industry value chain will come together to enjoy Ilmac 2024 at Expo Beaulieu Lausanne, Switzerland.

The industry event for chemistry, pharmacy and biotechnology in French-speaking Switzerland offers a personal platform to gain inspiration, network and share knowledge. The prospects are exquisite: with 180 exhibitors on 5,400m2 of space, Ilmac Lausanne is almost fully booked out. Over 2,000 visitors are expected to attend.

The Ilmac Lausanne event takes place every two years, alternating with Ilmac Basel, which was founded in 1959 as the Swiss exhibition for international laboratory, measurement and automation technology in the chemical industry. Since then, Ilmac has evolved from a pure laboratory exhibit into a comprehensive industry event. This is reflected in the value proposition ‘Inspiring the Future of Chemistry and Life Sciences’, which Ilmac will definitely deliver on this year in Lausanne.

The placement concept has been modernised and aims to create a clear arrangement of the specialist areas. Ilmac 2024 covers the main areas of pharmaceuticals and chemicals, biotechnology and the food industry. 180 exhibitors will present their innovative applications, systems and services in the field of laboratory/biotechnology and process technology, as well as for the chemical and pharmaceutical industries on 5,400m2 .

Exhibitors will also be focusing on cross-cutting topics such as digitisation, process optimisation and sustainability. Visitors can find new ideas and solutions, trends and innovations for their everyday working life.

A top-quality programme has been developed for the Ilmac Conference, in collaboration with the Swiss Chemical Society (SCS), Bio Alps and the Swiss Biotech Association (SBA). The very best national and international speakers will address the trends and challenges currently affecting the industry.

The first day focuses on Food Chemistry, the second day on Laboratory 4.0. The high-quality conference strives to promote scientific transfer and provides impetus during round-table discussions, start-up pitches and presentations. The detailed programme is published in the Ilmac 365 Community Network and is updated regularly. The Ilmac Conference is included in the ticket price.

The Start-up Area is the perfect place for newcomers from various fields such as Biotech, Lab Tech, Software and Cybersecurity. All the young enterprises participating will also present their interesting approaches and innovations on the large conference stage – a springboard for the startups and added value for the audience. The Job Connect format will be interactive for the first time. In an exclusive ‘Meet and Greet Zone’, companies will have the opportunity to meet their potential candidates in person and showcase themselves as employers in a relaxed environment.

In the Speakers Corner, exhibiting companies will present current industry topics and product innovations every 30 minutes by means of experiments, round tables or panel discussions – each event is professionally moderated. The detailed programme is also published on Ilmac 365 in the Agenda section.

The Ilmac Networking Lunch, held on both days of the trade fair, from 12pm to 2pm, is free of charge for everyone and a great opportunity to enjoy a delicious lunch with like-minded people, business partners and potential customers over a glass of wine. The Networking Aperitif will take place on the first day of the trade fair from 5pm to 7pm. Guests can enjoy music, chilled drinks and finger food, to close off the first day of the event in a relaxed atmosphere. A popular networking event for visitors, exhibitors and invited guests from business and politics. The Networking Lunch including drinks, coffee and croissants in the morning and the Networking Aperitif are included in the ticket price.

The 365.ilmac.ch website offers new ways to efficiently prepare for your visit to and appearance at the trade fair.

At Ilmac Lausanne, the platform will be supplemented with the Ilmac app for the first time. Visitors can benefit from an interactive hall plan, book appointments at the Ilmac Conference and in the Speakers Corner, and network with one another.

The detailed programme and tickets are available online at www.ilmac.ch The Ilmac Conference, the Networking Lunch and the Networking Aperitif are included in the ticket price.

Dates | Opening Times 18 and 19 September 2024 from 9am to 5pm Networking Aperitif on 18 September from 5pm to 7pm

For more information, please visit: www.ilmac.ch

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