The ETIM Forum celebrates its 5th anniversary – looking towards the future

From October 27th to 29th 2026, the international ETIM community will gather in Torremolinos, Spain, for the fifth anniversary edition of the ETIM Forum.

Under the overarching theme “The Future”, this year’s event will explore the opportunities, challenges and fundamental questions shaping the future of ETIM International and the industries it serves.

Over the past five years, the ETIM Forum has developed into an established annual meeting point for the global ETIM community. What began as an initiative to bring the international community closer together has become an important platform for exchanging knowledge, sharing experiences and strengthening collaboration across national borders and industry sectors.

Bringing together representatives from national ETIM organisations, Global Industry Members and industry experts, the Forum provides a unique opportunity to reflect on achievements, explore new developments and jointly consider the road ahead.

The 2026 Forum moves to the Mediterranean coast of southern Spain, where the Meliá Costa del Sol hotel in Torremolinos will host three days of meetings, presentations, discussions and networking.

The Future: a theme more relevant than ever

“The Future” may be a familiar conference theme, but rarely has it been more appropriate.

Five years after the first ETIM Forum, one thing remains clear: the future of ETIM will not be determined by technology alone, but by the collective knowledge, commitment and collaboration of its international community. We look forward to celebrating this milestone in Torremolinos and, above all, to shaping the next chapter of ETIM together.

ETIM Forum 2026 – Event information *

Dates: 27–29 October 2026Location: Meliá Costa del Sol, Torremolinos, Spain

• Tuesday 27 October: ETIM General Assembly and welcome reception

• Wednesday 28 October: ETIM Forum – presentations, panel discussion and Forum dinner

• Thursday 29 October: ETIM General Technical Committee meeting

* Registration is now closed for this private event. The General Assembly and Technical Committee meetings are restricted to their respective delegates.