21 – 23 SEPT. 2027 | MESSE BASEL
Inspiring the Future of Chemistry and Life Sciences.
We are looking forward to the start of Ilmac on September 16th of 2025.
Personal, inspiring, pioneering, exquisite.
The largest meeting place for chemical and life science industry in Switzerland.
From lab bench to global breakthrough — Ilmac is where the life sciences industry meets, moves, and makes deals. Ilmac has its origins in the Swiss trade fair for laboratory, measurement technology and automation in the chemical industry, which was held for the first time in Basel in 1959.
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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.
Why should I attend or visit Ilmac?
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The Ilmac Factsheet Basel 2027 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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High-quality networking events that enable you to establish valuable contacts and leads – including Women in Life Sciences and the Networking Evening.
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Conference, Future Talks Corner, Women in Life Sciences, Speakers Corner & Coffee Talks Corner are on the Agenda.
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Future of Life, Sciences Area, Pharma Logistics, Days & Startup Area, Women in Life Sciences.
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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. -
It is one of the world’s leading locations for the chemical and life sciences industries and a central innovation hub for the pharmaceutical industry. Two-thirds of the total pharmaceutical value added is generated here, making Basel one of the most productive innovation centers in the world.
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Do you have further questions?
Please do not hesitate to contact us. We are happy to help!
Ticketing Messe Helpline - only for visitors
Ticketing Messe (Exhibitor Service Center | ESC) - only for exhibitors
Ilmac Team
You can find an overview of all contact persons here.