Events

EU-Japan Green Transition 2025-2026

06
Nov
2025
31
Mar
2026
The EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation is relaunching its successful online B2B matching event targeting entities active in green transition sectors.  The platform brings together Japanese and European companies and research institutions, fostering partnerships that contribute to a low-carbon society and lead to innovative green technologies, processes, and applications between the European Union and Japan. Target fields: Hydrogen / Fuel cells and electrolysers Battery/storage technologies Solar photovoltaic and solar thermal technologies Grid technologies Onshore wind and offshore renewable technologies Carbon Capture and storage (CCS) technologies Heat pumps and geothermal energy technologies Energy Efficiency Technologies Green materials / Low-carbon construction and manufacturing Circularity / Product lifecycle management (PLM) and Recycling Environmental Monitoring Analysis and Assessment Equipment Environmental services Eligibility: Access to this platform is reserved for representatives of enterprises, research and educational institutions and other related organizations, active in the above target fields and headquartered in Japan or the European Union. Individuals are not eligible for participation.  Organisers will review registrants' profiles and accept them if they are eligible and appropriate for the event. Registrations are open and the platform will be active until end of March 2026. https://www.b2match.com/e/eu-japan-green  

SustainableSolutionsMatch 2026

16
Mar
2026
27
Mar
2026
Organized by the EEN partner VLAIO, the SustainableSolutionsMatch is back, bigger, even better, and more inspiring!  Last year, more than 1,400 participants from 39 countries came together online to exchange ideas, discover innovations, and connect with partners who share the same ambition: building a more sustainable and circular European economy.  Online B2B Meetings: 16-27 March 2026 Online Pitching Sessions of EU companies: 16-24 March 2026 Registrations at: https://www.b2match.com/e/sustainablesolutionsmatch2026 

Alimentaria Open Innovation Challenge 2026

18
Mar
2026
09
Apr
2026
The Catalan Competitiveness Agency is organizing a hybrid matching event within the frame of Alimentaria Open Innovation Challenge 2026. Around 20 corporations are looking for new technologies to answer their challenges such as: sustainable packaging solutions; processes optimization through AI; revalorisation of by-products in meat, fruit and snack industry; sensorics application to food-container tracking personalized nutrition for cancer patients; etc… (see the complete list on the event website) Please be aware that only companies with innovative technologies applied to the food industry that can provide a solution to the above-mentioned challenges can register to this event. Onsite session in Barcelona 24-25 March 2026 Online meetings will be held on 18-19 March and 8-9 April https://www.b2match.com/e/alimentaria-open-innovation-challenge-2026

DMEA Business Meetings 2026

20
Apr
2026
24
Apr
2026
Berlin Partner is organizing within the frame of DMEA, Europe’s leading industry event for healthcare IT,  an hybrid B2B matching event. Representatives of companies, universities and research institutes offering or requesting innovative solutions, investigating new collaborations and searching for adequate project partners will get a great opportunity to discuss their ideas face-to-face in the pre-arranged meetings with international experts of interest.  Main Topics: IT solutions for medical practices, laboratories and radiographers Software for hospitals, rehabilitation clinics and care homes Hardware und IT infrastructure Communication solutions Telemedicine solutions Medical technology Online session: 20-24 April 2026 Onsite session: 22 April 2026   https://www.b2match.com/e/dmea-2026/

Technology & Business Cooperation Days 2026

20
Apr
2026
06
May
2026
Enterprise Europe Nework Niedersachsen is organizing the ”Technology & Business Cooperation Days” B2B event alongside the Hannover Messe trade fair. The event will be held with an hybrid format allowing both on site and online participants. Target sectors: Automation, Smart Manufacturing & Digitalization Artificial Intelligence & Data‑Driven Industry Energy Systems & Sustainable Production Advanced Engineering & Mechanical/Electrical Technologies Defence & Security Production Technologies Research, Innovation & Startups Dates: 20-23 April 2026 - On site B2B 5-6 May 2026 - Online B2B Venue: Hannover, Germany Registration deadline: 24 April 2026 https://www.b2match.com/e/technology-business-cooperation-days-2026 

World Sauna Forum 2026

10
Jun
2026
Business Turku is organizing a B2B matching event within the frame of the World Sauna Forum held in Finland. The event is a global gathering of sauna enthusiasts, featuring keynote speakers, networking opportunities, and a variety of immersive sauna experiences. The event brings together companies, buyers, and professionals to Jyväskylä Finland, to discuss about Finnish sauna and its multiple business opportunities and potential co-operations. Agenda: 10 June: onsite Registration deadline: 9 June 2026 https://www.b2match.com/e/world-sauna-forum-2026-matchmaking

ILA 2026 Matchmaking

10
Jun
2026
12
Jun
2026
Within the frame of ILA Berlin 2026, the leading international aerospace trade fair, EEN Berlin-Brandenburg will host the ILA 2026 Matchmaking, the official B2B matchmaking event that connects companies, research institutions, and suppliers from across Europe and beyond. ILA is the premier platform for the entire aerospace value chain, covering key sectors such as: Civil and military aviation Space technology Defence & security Advanced Air Mobility (e.g. eVTOLs, drones) Supplier industry, MRO, and materials Uncrewed systems and Future Lab technologies When: 10–14 June 2026 Where: Berlin ExpoCenter Airport, Schönefeld, Germany Registration deadline: 12 June 2026 https://www.b2match.com/e/ilaconnectandmeet2026
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