23 – 24 Sept. 2026 | Beaulieu Lausanne
Inspiring the Future of Chemistry and Life Sciences.
The countdown is on for Ilmac Lausanne 23 – 24 September 2026
Personal, inspiring, pioneering, exquisite.
The largest meeting place for the chemical and life science industry in French-speaking Switzerland.
From lab bench to global breakthrough — Ilmac is where the life sciences industry meets, moves, and makes deals.
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Personal, inspiring, pioneering, exquisite.
Ilmac is an exclusive international trade event that covers the entire value chain of the chemical and life sciences industry. Ilmac has its origins in the Swiss trade fair for laboratory, measurement, and automation technology in chemistry, which was first held in Basel in 1959.
Ilmac brings together experts from all areas of modern chemistry and life sciences – from research and development to production and quality control. All topics and areas covered by Ilmac can be found here!
Ilmac stands for innovation, networking, and Swiss quality – and creates spaces where knowledge is shared, networks are strengthened, and the future is shaped.
- Personal: High-quality exchange with decision-makers
- Inspiring: ideas that connect research and industry
- Pioneering: a platform for innovation and market trends
- Exquisite: Swiss quality in organization and encounters
Interested in the history of Ilmac? You can find more information here!
Be inspired and listen to the voices of Ilmac Lausanne and/or view pictures of past events in the media library.
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These companies participate in Ilmac
- Bachem
- CHUV
- Debiopharm
- DSM-Firmenich
- Emmi
- EPFL
- Ferring Pharmaceuticals
- Givaudan
- Johnson&Johnson
- Lonza
- MSD
- Nestlé
- Roche
- Rolex
- Sanofi
- Takeda
For Exhibitors
Present your products and solutions alongside leading providers in the chemical and life sciences industry. National, international, and personal environment from over 20 industries, high density of top companies, high-quality leads.
For Visitors
With its promise to “Inspire the Future of Chemistry and Life Sciences,” Ilmac promotes the development of new ideas and solutions and presents the latest trends, technologies, and innovations from fields such as laboratory technology, biotech, AI, and robotics.
Be inspired by exhibitors at Ilmac Lausanne 2026
Partners and Sponsors
Why should I attend or visit Ilmac?
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The Ilmac Factsheet Lausanne 2026 provides all the important information, including event dates, exhibitor numbers, thematic focus areas, and networking formats, and serves as the official information document for exhibitors, visitors, and partners.
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Here you can find the current floorplan.
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- June 9, 2026 – Ilmac final sprint: Last-minute tips for attracting more visitors to your stand (with exhibition manager, team, and stand builder)
- September 8, 2026 – Leads that count: Successful lead generation at Ilmac (with team and lead expert from Ilmac 365 – webinar will be held in German and English)
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Ilmac 365, the digital platform that connects the chemical and life sciences industry far beyond events at locations such as Basel or Lausanne. The community network offers an exclusive space for networking, product presentations, and knowledge exchange.
With the official Ilmac 365 app, you always have the community network with you on your mobile phone or tablet.
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We would like to thank all our partners for their successful collaboration and support.
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Lausanne is one of the leading centers for biotechnology and life sciences in Europe. Its proximity to EPFL, one of the world’s leading technical universities, and the dense network of start-ups, research institutions and globally active companies make the region a driver of innovation – especially in the field of biotechnology.
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NEW: Future of Life Sciences Area
Future of Life Sciences Area: Experience an interactive exhibition covering Life Sciences, Robotics, and Artificial Intelligence—accompanied by a stage featuring inspiring talks and discussions.
Two-Day Conference
Be inspired by national and international speakers and gain valuable insights into forward-looking topics at the conference: Day 1: Process Analytical Technology (PAT) | Day 2: Biotech, Biotools, and Startups
Startup Area & Pitches
In the Startup Area, you will encounter promising newcomers and innovative minds from the chemical and life sciences sectors (up to three years old), who present their ideas in concise 5-minute pitches on stage.
Daily networking lunch & aperitif
High-quality networking events that enable you to establish valuable contacts and leads—including the daily networking lunch (12 p.m. to 2 p.m.) and the networking aperitif on the first evening.
Speakers 2026
Jens Feddern
Siemens Schweiz AG (Zurich, CH)
Tom Kissling
F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG (Basel, CH)
Zhang Xi
Superlab Suisse AG (Zurich, CH)
Kevin Keim
Walter I Patriarche (Basel, CH)
Nahas Nasri
Biopole SA (Lausanne, CH)
Brett Staahl
Scribe Therapeutics (San Francisco, US)
Sam Khalil
Ekona.ai (Basel, CH)
Emre Ozcan
Merck Group (Aubonne, CH)
Rado Andrian
HealthAI (Geneva, CH)
Vincent Revol
CSEM (Obwalden, CH)
Sebastian Baumann
The Futuring Alliance (Stuttgart, DE)
Nicole Loeser
The Futuring Alliance (Berlin, DE)
Frank Kumli
The Futuring Alliance (Basel, CH)
Katja Stuker
Dario Tonelli
Laborplaner Tonelli AG
Melanie Rudin
Laborplaner Tonelli AG
Dr.
Johannes Eisenhut
Senn Development AG
Derek Mason
Botnar Institute of Immune Engineering
Alexander Franz
Herzog & de Meuron
Dr.
Julien Baglio
QuantumBasel | University of Basel
Topics & Areas
Be inspired by the latest trends and developments.
- Synthesis process
- Analytical methods
- Chromatography (TLC, HPLC, GC)
- Spectroscopy (MS, NMR)
- Spectrometry (Raman, IR, UV/Vis)
- Microscopy, imaging
- Thermal analysis
- Laboratory equipment qualification, method validation
- Equipment, machines
- Consumables
- Chemicals
- Infrastructure and facilities
- Clean room and ventilation technology
- Bioanalytics/Medical Analytics/Diagnostics
- Microbiology
- Immunology
- Molecular Biology
- Cell biology
- Genetics
- Developments in molecular diagnostics and genomics
- Clinical chemistry and hematology
- Microbiological diagnostics and infection screening
- Imaging and pathology
- Biotechnological technologies/ Bio-technological processes
- Bioprocessing
- Highly specific molecular and microbiological methods
- PCR and assay methods
- Next generation sequencing (NGS) technologies
- Automation and evaluation options
- Bioinformatics
- Chemical technologies/Chemical processes
- Production of API/HAPI
- Pharmaceutical technologies/Pharmaceutical processes
- Solid/liquid/semi-solid dosage forms
- Sterile/non-sterile filling
- Packaging Food technologies/food technology processes “Fake Food”
- Process optimization for efficient pharmaceutical production
- Process and system planning, qualification and validation
- Use of continuous manufacturing processes
- Quality control procedures
- Use of PAT tools for process improvement
- Risk management to ensure safety and quality
- Measurement and control technology
- Pumps, fittings, hydraulics
- Digital transformation
- Intelligent laboratory technology
- Automation
- Personalized workflows
- Robotics
- Networking and standardization
- Device communication
- Standardization of interfaces
- Sample logistics and traceability
- Serialization, aggregation
- Barcodes
- RFID tags
- Traceability systems
- AR and VR: support for laboratory activities
- Big data and artificial intelligence
- Data analysis
- Process optimization
- Cloud computing and IoT
- Data processing
- Control of devices
- 3D printing
- Software solutions
- Data management
- Process control
- Quality control and documentation
- Data integration
- Integration of different data sources and systems for seamless
- Communication and data exchange throughout the company
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud computing
- Use of cloud platforms for storage
- Processing and analyzing large amounts of data
- Scaling IT resources as required
- Interoperability
- Ensuring the compatibility of IT systems
- Ensuring the interoperability of IT systems
- Compliance and regulations
- Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements for IT security
- Computer system validation (CSV), data integrity
- LIMS and laboratory software: sample and data management
- Procurement and storage of raw materials and starting materials
- Storage and transportation of medicinal products and finished products (cool chain management)
- Validation of storage and transportation processes
- Warehouse management and organization, including temperature control and batch tracking
- Traceability of products along the entire supply chain for quality control and recalls
- Use of technologies such as RFID, barcodes and track-and-trace systems to improve transparency and efficiency in the supply chain
- Risk management
- Environmentally friendly production: implementation of production processes that conserve resources and minimize
- Environmental impact
- Sustainable procurement
- Waste management and recycling
- Occupational safety
- Protective equipment
- Waste disposal
- Safety technology in the laboratory
- Sustainability
- Social Responsibility
Aftermovie 2024
Impressions 2024
Be inspired, be there!
Save the date in your calendar today for the next Ilmac industry event at the Lausanne site: September 23 - 24, 2026.
Be inspired, be there!
Save the date in your calendar today for the next Ilmac industry event at the Basel site: 21– 23 September 2027
Do you have any further questions?
Please do not hesitate to contact us. We are happy to help!
Ilmac Team
You can find an overview of all contact persons here.
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