Trade fairs, conferences and events

Why do we need hydrogen? The answer is simple: For a climate-neutral economy. Wherever direct electrification is not possible, hydrogen can replace fossil fuels - directly or in bonded form for example as powerfuel Where can I get hydrogen and how can I use it? Green hydrogen is produced by splitting water with the help of renewable energies. In our program, you will learn how to produce, transport and use green hydrogen. In the process we share with you the latest research knowledge from the Fraunhofer IST and show you how hydrogen is already being used by our associate companies. You will have the opportunity to exchange ideas with scientists and entrepreneurs, but you will also get an introduction to the components of tomorrow's hydrogen economy. You don't need any prior knowledge. We will start from where you are now. We look forward to meeting you!

The 3rd European Automotive Decarbonization and Sustainability Summit will take place on March 19 and 20, 2025 and will bring together key players in the automotive sector, policy makers, researchers and environmentalists to discuss the latest advances in decarbonization technologies. Against the backdrop of climate change, the event makes an important contribution to the transition of the automotive sector to sustainable processes and technologies. Prof. Dr. Stephan Krinke from the Fraunhofer IST will give a speech on the decarbonization of the automotive value chain as an expert in sustainability management and life cycle engineering.

A special edition of our TransferTalk awaits you on the occasion of the "Tag der Raumfahrt" (engl. German Space Day). Two experts will give you an insight into the work of the Fraunhofer IST in the section of space research. In his lecture "Life on the Moon", Dr. Andreas Dietz explains whether and how the Moon could become a new home. Afterwards, Dr. Michael Vergöhl reports on "Invisible helpers: How high-tech coatings are changing our view of space and the Earth".

The Hannover Messe is the most important international platform for all technologies related to industrial transformation. It will take place from March 31 to April 4, 2025. Numerous exhibitors, speakers and visitors are expected again this year. In particular, the electrical engineering & electronics, mechanical and plant engineering, automation technology, research and development, and automotive and vehicle industries will be represented at the fair. The guiding theme of this year's Hannover Messe is “shaping the future with technology”. The Fraunhofer IST is participating with the topics of superhydrophobic and dirt-repellent sustainable coatings as well as hydrogen technologies at two joint booths at the trade fair.

The SVC Technical Conference, one of the most important conferences in the field of coatings, thin films and surface technology, is taking place for the 68th time. From May 19 – 22, 2025, the event will once again open its doors in Nashville to researchers, industry representatives, decision-makers and newcomers, creating a space for the exchange of ideas on the importance of coating and surface technology in products and services in our daily lives, but also on the influence of artificial intelligence on the industry. This year, the Fraunhofer IST is represented at a joint booth together with the Fraunhofer IWS and FEP as well as Fraunhofer USA. The Fraunhofer IST contributes to the SVC program with its expertise in the fields of “Optical Systems and Applications” and “Diamond-Based Systems and CleanTech”.

On June 4 and 5, 2025, the Fraunhofer IST will be represented at the vocatium Braunschweig/Wolfsburg with over 100 other exhibitors to introduce itself as an employer to pupils and students. In pre-scheduled talks, the participants can obtain comprehensive information about training and studies from the exhibitors. The Fraunhofer IST trains physics laboratory technicians, surface coating technicians, IT specialists and office management assistants. Furthermore, the institute offers students the opportunity to work during their studies.

The 15th International Conference on HIPIMS provides a platform among leading international scientists, engineers and students for a discussion of recent achievements in High Power Impulse Magnetron Sputtering plasma and coating technology. The 15th HIPIMS conference will take place from June 25-26, 2025 at the Fraunhofer Institute for Surface Engineering and Thin Films IST in Braunschweig, Germany.