Dear Michael
Many thanks –that’s much appreciated and please do apologise to George again for me - for not being able to get back to him sooner.
I look forward to speaking again soon and with best wishes to all as always.
Julian
ILMAC 2026
(23 September 2026
- 24 September 2026
)
Venue:
Beaulieu Lausanne
Organizer:
MCH Foire Suisse (Holding) SA
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Update
ILMAC 2026 is happening! The official dates have been set for September 23rd – September 24th in Messe Basel.
Calling Card
ILMAC delivers cutting-edge advancements in multiple fields related to chemicals and life sciences. The international exhibition is based in Basel, Switzerland and operates out of Messe Basel. Editions are spaced out every two years and editions are traditionally held in late September. The chemicals industry has a wide application across every major sector. As a result, ILMAC has a wide appeal and has earned itself a reputation as the go-to multi-sector event in Europe. Some areas and topics ILMAC touches upon include pharmaceuticals, chemicals, biotechnology, food, drinks, and cosmetics. The exhibition showcases all relevant research and innovations across the entire processing chain. As a meeting place, ILMAC guarantees top connections with qualified leads and you certainly can’t discredit their support programme.
Business Potential
Now let’s discuss exactly how ILMAC is a valuable platform for visitors and exhibitors alike. The exhibition covers every important technology and equipment category. The product portfolio has environmental technology, sanitation, sterilization equipment, laboratory equipment, control technology, analytical equipment and automation. Brands you can expect to find at ILMAC include Agilent Technologies, Mettler-Toledo, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Büchi Labortechnik AG, Merck and Weiss Technik AG. The nature of the exhibition positions it as the best place to launch new products and generate buzz. Attendance gives your brand credibility and there’s the added bonus that you won’t find the same caliber of visitors anywhere else. Given how many visitors are from France, Italy, Germany, Norway, China, Spain, Sweden and the USA, you can effectively penetrate foreign markets. That’s on top of all the different sectors being represented.
Did You Know?
Sharing of knowledge and expertise remains one of the key missions of ILMAC next to making it possible for high-level business networking. This goal translates into the well-respected ILMAC FORUM. The forum is known for its star-studded speaker list and a packed programme with lots of presentations, lectures, discussions and round tables. Another way you can experience the bright future of advancements in the field is to visit the Maintenance Excellence Arena for a practical approach. Last but not least, ILMAC is all about the development of talent and expertise. If you’re searching for talent to join your company, get yourself to the Job Fair.
Your Hotel Room in Basel
Travel 2 Fairs ltd knows Basel, Switzerland in great detail and can suggest affordable hotels in key locations around the city. Whether you want a hotel directly next to Messe Basel or prefer to be near the airport, we have your back. Tap into our database of top hotel rates and choose the one suited best to your needs. You can have your online hotel booking for ILMAC by the end of the day. Travel 2 Fairs ltd also assists with logistics. Do you want transportation from the airport to the hotel? We can organise airport transfers, both private and shared. Clients can also book a car during their stay. You’ll be impressed with the choice in cars available.
Past Iterations
ILMAC 2021
ILMAC 2021 took place between 19.10.2021 - 21.10.2021 as a hybrid exhibition. The edition consisted of the traditional face-to-face exhibition complimented by a digital trade fair. The face-to-face aspect of ILMAC 2021 took place at Messe Basel, with the venue featuring strict Covid-19 prevention measures. The precautions included measures such as social distancing and the 3G entry policy. Participant had to maintain a social distance of 1.5 metres. Despite the ongoing pandemic, the hybrid event received over 7000 attendees including 250 exhibitors.
ILMAC 2023
ILMAC 2023 occurred as a live trade exposition between 26-28.09.2023 in Messe Basel. It did not feature coronavirus precautions due to the repealing of the country's pandemic restrictions. The iteration was attended by more than 340 exhibiting firms from 23 nations and 10 000 visitants
ILMAC 2024
ILMAC 2024 was a live trade exposition hosted between 18-19.09.2024 in Messe Basel. The event was attended by 200 exhibiting firms from 20 nations (25% increase). Their wares were overviewed by 3 335 visitants on 5 400 m2. This represented an over attendant increase of 67%.
ILMAC 2025
ILMAC 2025 was a live trade expo hosted between 16-18.09.2025 in Messe Basel. The event was attended by 12 800 visitants and 400 exhibiting firms.
Our visitors for the event
Julian Kimberley
Edyta Lubka
Hello Megan,
Everything was great, stay without any problems.
Integrated Systems Europe - 2024
Ruth Valenzuela
Hello George,
Thank you for your follow up call.
Am glad to note that they were all pleased with both hotels. They said the hotels were clean and service was good. They particularly liked the location and the restaurant of Hotel XII Apostel Albergo. The only downside they mentioned to me is the weak wi-fi connection. But overall they were much satisfied.
ANUGA 2023
Ilenia Flaim
The hotel is not really very close to the fair and rooms are quite small. But the level is however high and the staff is really nice and helpful.
Ms Carmen Sanchez
Hello Christine,
The hotel location was perfect, very close to Gare du Nord in a good area. However the hotel was very old and need some refurbishments. In the photos, it looked much nicer than it was in real life.
If you remember, the rooms were without bed and breakfast, but finally the double rooms for 1 night had breakfast included and the other 2 not. When I asked the reception about it, he was not very kind in his answer and told me I made different reservations. I said that it was all done together by an agency.
We hope the feedback may be useful.
Best regards!
Elsa Wang
Professional, efficient service. Especially, Ms. Ellie Stone, I would like rate 5 stars for her great service and support.
Nutthaya T.
Thanks for your service. We will get back to you once we plan to go on our next events!
Best regards,
Nutthaya
Alinde Hartog
Hi Michelle,
Everything was fine. You were great 😊
Anuga 2023
Ody Randsdorp
The overall opinion regarding Glam Milano was positive. The staff was friendly, the location was great and the service in general good, although not always adequate. The breakfast was average - a little less than expected. The beds were comfortable.
Joanna Konieczna
Dear Ben,
I want to share my feedback regarding my recent stay at Jugendherberge City-Hostel Koln-Riehl. I had a good experience, but a few points are worth mentioning.
Firstly, I commend the hostel's location, which is conveniently situated near the trade fair. This was one of the hostel's significant strengths.
However, I noticed that the rooms, although clean, had a rather plain and not very cosy ambience.
Thank you again, and I wish you continued success in future development.
Michail Markovich
Hello Ben,
Everything went well.
Mr Michail Markovich
Duncan Boyes
Many thanks for handling the reservation of the hotel so professionally. Its interesting to note that when Interschutz 2021 was cancelled the hotel, and yourselves, did not hesitate to carry the booking over to 2022 at the same cost. The hotel, although a little out of Hannover (this was as per choice) was excellent. The food was excellent and the rooms larger than normal, and well appointed. My stay was greatly enjoyed.
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