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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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
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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A successful trade fair begins long before the first day of the event. With our webinars (will be held in German), we support registered exhibitors at Ilmac Lausanne 2026 in optimally planning and marketing their trade fair appearance and achieving maximum success on site. The webinars also offer the opportunity to ask questions and prepare optimally for your participation in Ilmac Lausanne.
- April 14, 2026 – Success at Ilmac: Organization & preparation for exhibitors (with trade fair director, team, and stand builder)
- May 6, 2026 – More success at Ilmac: Strategy, marketing, and lead generation (with Markus Zipfel, external consultant)
- 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)
Why participation is worthwhile: We reward your commitment!
- 1 participation: You receive a free showroom listing on Ilmac365 worth CHF 300.–
- 2 or more participations: You receive a showroom listing and an advertising banner on your exhibitor profile on Ilmac365 worth a total of CHF 800.–
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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.
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Ilmac Conference, Speakers Corner, and other highlights are on the agenda.
More information will follow in spring 2026!
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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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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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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.
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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