Industries of the Future – Partnering Event for Nordic leaders to meet the Belgian stakeholders and ecosystems (in Wallonia, Belgium, 2-3 December)

This exclusive 2-day event brings together Nordic leaders from Denmark, Finland, Norway, Iceland, and Sweden to engage with Belgian stakeholders in exploring innovative solutions to tomorrow’s industrial challenges — fostering valuable connections and promising new partnerships.

As a Nordic keyplayer — whether a Company, Cluster, R&D institute, or University — we are delighted to invite you to a 2-day partnering event on 2–3 December 2025 in Wallonia, Belgium, focused on Innovation in the processing and manufacturing industry.

It is a dual event, with both commercial and technological aspects. We are therefore inviting companies as well as research and innovation actors from across Scandinavia to meet the Walloon ecosystem. The objective is twofold: to connect highly innovative Walloon companies with Nordic partners and to jointly participate in EU research and innovation projects.

With a flexible format, the program offers tailored sessions and networking opportunities that align with participants’ specific sectors, technologies, and strategic interests.

As a Research Group, you will have the opportunity over two days to meet the entire Wallon research and innovation ecosystem active in the Industrie of the Future, discuss ongoing projects and future opportunities within EU research and innovation programs in the field of hydrogen, advanced manufacturing, advanced metal recycling, sensors and data management, among others!

Seminars, company visits, B2Bs, and networking sessions are on the agenda.

Focus Areas…

• Competitive production: Tools and strategies for optimisation and performance
• Sustainability: Emission reduction, waste management, and circular economy practices
• Innovation: Emerging technologies and digital tools
• Tailored Topics: Depending on participant interest (batteries, urban mining, advanced metal recycling, …)

…and solutions within

• Digitalisation: AI, Software, Digital Twins, AR/VR, Big Data analysis
• Energy: Hydrogen, Batteries, Solar
• Circular Economy: recycling technologies, advanced materials development, smart design
• Smart Technologies: Robotics, cobots, sensors, IoT, 3D printing, NDT for complex composites and metal components, high precision manufacturing

Highlights of the event

• Visits of Factories labelled ”Factories of the Future”, Walloon manufacturing companies recognized for their leadership in adopting Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Building New R&D Collaborations around European calls, research programs, Scientific cooperation, …
• Networking with Industry & Experts: The event provides a great opportunity to meet and connect with like-minded individuals, as well as experts from Belgium and the Nordics, all driving innovation in the Industries of the Future.
• Business & Partnership Opportunities will be facilitated by the B2B session

Framework

Building on a rich industrial heritage, Wallonia stands as a leading hub for advanced manufacturing in Europe, consistently excelling in innovation, competitiveness, and digital transformation. The region actively integrates cutting-edge technologies such as AI, AR/VR, robotics, IoT, and smart solutions to strengthen its manufacturing sector. Driven by ambitious strategies like Digital Wallonia and the Smart Specialisation Strategy (S3), Wallonia fosters strong collaboration between education, research centers, and industry. Key initiatives addressed in the program include Win4C for circular materials, MADEINWAL for advanced products & manufacturing, and HITT for immersive technologies.

Register now to secure your spot and join us for an unforgettable experience!

Practical information

Date: 2-3 December 2025 (Arrival 1 December)
Place: Liège, Belgium

The event is free of charge.
Included: Transport between visits and meals
Not included: Hotels and flights (to be booked individually).

Registrations:

• Sign up on the B2Match platform (deadline: 14/11/2025): 
• Max. number of participants: 30 (between 5 to 10 entities per country).
• The event is free of charge, and your flight confirmation will be considered a binding commitment to participate (to be received latest by 15/11/2025).
• Booking recommendations (flight, hotel) and other useful information will be sent upon your registration on the platform.

More information

Discover the full program, participants etc. on the B2Match platform.

If you have questions, please contact:
Academic/Research: François GASPARD, f.gaspard@delwalbru.be
(+32) 474 33 12 25
Business: Jérôme BRONCKART, j.bronckart@awex-wallonia.com
(+371) 25 722 880