March 11–13, 2026 | Sopot, Poland
Join more than 200 executive industry leaders at the SEMI Europe Industry Strategy Symposium Europe (ISS Europe) 2026, the premier annual gathering shaping the future of the European semiconductor ecosystem.
Set in the charming seaside city of Sopot, this year’s symposium “Navigating Geopolitics: Shaping Europe’s Future” will explore the intersection of technological innovation and evolving global power dynamics.
As global competition intensifies, Europe faces a defining moment: strengthening its position in the semiconductor value chain while building resilient partnerships in an increasingly fragmented landscape.
Why Attend
ISS Europe 2026 will bring together CEOs, policymakers, innovators, and thought leaders to discuss: Europe’s semiconductor sovereignty and competitiveness, Geopolitical shifts and supply chain resilience, AI-driven manufacturing and automation, Strategic R&D and disruptive technologies.
Through executive keynotes, expert panels, and high-level networking, participants will engage in candid dialogue about building a unified and sustainable European semiconductor strategy.
Distinguished Voices
The program features leaders from major global companies and institutions including:
- AESEMI
- Chips Joint Undertaking
- GlobalFoundries
- Infineon Technologies
- KD
- Küsters
- MAX Group
- EuClyd
- Fraunhofer EMFT, Institute of the Research Fab Microelectronics Germany (FMD)
- Robert Bosch Semiconductor Manufacturing Dresden GmbH
- STMicroelectronics
- Syenta
- TRUMPF Hüttinger GmbH & Co. KG
- Yole Group
A special keynote will be delivered by Lech Wałęsa, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, offering a unique geopolitical perspective on Europe’s future.
Program Highlights:
March 11 – Company Visits & Welcome Reception
Participants may join an exclusive visit to Intel’s largest R&D center in Europe or a guided tour of historic Gdańsk.
The day concludes with a networking reception.
March 12 – Strategic Vision & Industry Leadership
Executive opening session and three thematic tracks:
- Geopolitical Dynamics Impacting Market Success
- Securing Europe’s Sovereignty: Collaboration for Resilient Supply Chains
- From Lab to Fab: Translating Innovation Into Sustainable Manufacturing
March 13 – AI, Manufacturing & Startup Innovation
Sessions will explore:
- Strategic R&D and disruptive manufacturing
- AI and automation in future fabs
- Startup-driven transformation of the semiconductor value chain
Who Should Attend:
- Semiconductor executives and decision-makers
- Policy and government representatives
- R&D and manufacturing leaders
- Investors and startup founders
- Industry analysts and ecosystem partners
Registration:
- SEMI Members: €2,050
- Non-Members: €2,600
- Students: €85
For any questions: euevents@semi.org