Dr. Pelin YILMAZ
International Chemical Investors Group
About
the Forum
Following the success of established JEC Forum events in Italy, the DACH region, and Southeast Asia, JEC Forum Central Europe aims to provide a focused platform for business interactions within the rapidly growing composites market of Poland, Czech Republic, and surrounding countries. The inaugural event will take place in Krakow, Poland, on September 17-18, 2025, in partnership with Targi w Krakowie Ltd. (Trade Fairs in Krakow Ltd.).
JEC Forum Central Europe is envisioned as a biennial event that will alternate with KOMPOZYT-EXPO®, starting 2025. Every two years it will be rotating to different cities in the region. This alternation will ensure a continuous and strengthened presence in the region, providing regular opportunities for meetings and exchanges for the composites industry in Central Europe.
Following the success of established JEC Forum events in Italy, the DACH region, and Southeast Asia, JEC Forum Central Europe aims to provide a focused platform for business interactions within the rapidly growing composites market of Poland, Czech Republic, and surrounding countries. The inaugural event will take place in Krakow, Poland, on September 17-18, 2025, in partnership with Targi w Krakowie Ltd. (Trade Fairs in Krakow Ltd.).
JEC Forum Central Europe is envisioned as a biennial event that will alternate with KOMPOZYT-EXPO®, starting 2025. Every two years it will be rotating to different cities in the region. This alternation will ensure a continuous and strengthened presence in the region, providing regular opportunities for meetings and exchanges for the composites industry in Central Europe.
When
Wed. - Thur.
Sept. 17-18, 2025
Where
Holiday Inn City
Centre Kracow
Who
JEC in partnership with Targi w Krakowie Ltd.
Conferences
& Programs
Get inspired by our program featuring:
- Keynote speeches
- Conferences by the Advisory Committee and major composites associations in Central Europe
- Composites Exchange run by suppliers
- Optional company visits organized on September 19, 2025 (subject to availability)
Get inspired by our program featuring:
- Keynote speeches
- Conferences by the Advisory Committee and major composites associations in Central Europe
- Composites Exchange run by suppliers
- Optional company visits organized on September 19, 2025 (subject to availability)
Business
Meetings
Two full days dedicated to business
JEC Forum Central Europe is a business meetings event for composites materials, bringing industry professionals together. The aim is to connect:
• BUYERS: individuals with concrete purchasing needs or projects from the following departments: purchasing , R&D, design office, sourcing, general managers. Buyers are issued from the whole value chain of composites materials.
• SUPPLIERS: Sales Specialists, at management or sales representative level, willing to discover the geographical market or already active in it.
Connections and meetings schedules are established prior to the event based on the profiles and needs of the buyers and suppliers thanks to our online matchmaking platform and smartphone app.
Participate
As a Supplier
Why participate as a Supplier
Suppliers get the chance to meet with existing customers and/or prospects on a very efficient and cost-effective way. Identify & connect with your target buyers prior to the event to schedule business meetings, meet with the buyers of Central Europe and develop your business. Focus on your ROI with our all-inclusive, easy to operate offers, and network with your peers in Krakow.
Why participate as a supplier?
Suppliers get the chance to meet with existing customers and/or prospects on a very efficient and cost-effective way. Identify & connect with your target buyers prior to the event to schedule business meetings, meet with the buyers of Central Europe and develop your business. Focus on your ROI with our all-inclusive, easy to operate offers, and network with your peers in Krakow.
Participate
As a buyer
Why participate as a Buyer
The event based on one to one business meetings is the most efficient way to optimize your participation, by saving time and connecting you with pre-selected suppliers, based on your expectations. You can get access to the conferences and workshops as well as to the networking activities in an all-inclusive format.
meet
our speakers
See the speakerslive on stage!
NEXT19 is an invitation only event with a carefully curated audience. You are more than welcome to submit your application.
Daniel STUMPP
SAERTEX Group
Peter MARTIN
KTM Technologies
Dr. Birgit HOFREITER
Center TU Wien (i²c)
René ADAM
FACC
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Event Dates
September 17: 10am – 5:30pm
September 18: 9am – 5pm
Where is the forum
The JEC Forum Central Europe will be hosted at the Holiday Inn City Centre Krakow, located in the historic city center of Krakow, Poland.
Accommodation
Participants are invited to stay at the Holiday Inn City Centre Krakow, where the forum is taking place. Special rates and booking information will be provided soon.
