BIO-Europe – Cologne (Fall Edition 2026)
BIO-Europe is Europe’s leading biotech partnering event, held twice a year with a spring and a fall edition. FIT, together with Awex and Biovia, will once again participate in the fall edition, which will take place in Cologne next year.
Target sector: Biotechnology, Health & Pharma
Target market: Germany
Who can participate? Companies and organisations with operations in the Flemish Region
Location: Cologne, Germany
When? 09–11 November 2026
Price: €500–€750
Why attend BIO-Europe?
- BIO-Europe attracts thousands of participants from more than 60 countries, offering a unique opportunity to connect with new partners, customers, and collaborators across the entire biotech value chain.
- Through one-on-one meetings organised via the digital partnering platform partneringONE, you can establish valuable business connections.
- Increase your company’s visibility by presenting at one of the conference sessions or pitching during the Startup Spotlight programme.
Why participate through FIT and Biovia?
Belgian Pavilion
FIT, together with Awex and Biovia, will organise a Belgian Pavilion, providing the ideal base during the event. While companies do not have individual booth space, meeting points will be available for use as a meeting location and home base. Your company logo will be displayed on the pavilion panels and featured in the Belgian participants’ brochure, giving your organisation additional visibility. FIT will ensure continuous staffing of the pavilion so you never miss an important contact.
FIT discount on your mandatory Partnering Ticket
Flemish companies registering through FIT can benefit from a substantial discount on the BIO Partnering Ticket. Purchasing this ticket is mandatory to attend BIO-Europe. Belgian Beer Time In addition to organising the Belgian Pavilion, FIT and its partners will once again host the networking event Belgian Beer Time at the pavilion. This event offers an excellent opportunity to invite and meet your business contacts.
How to participate
Step 1: Register your company through FIT for the Belgian Pavilion at BIO-Europe Cologne (Fall Edition).
- SMEs: €300
- Large companies: €500
Step 2: After registering with FIT, you will receive a discount code (15% FIT discount) and a registration link to purchase the mandatory BIO Partnering Ticket.
- More information about the different Partnering Ticket options can be found here: https://informaconnect.com/bioeurope/booking-options/
- An overview of the special FIT rates and deadlines is available here.
Pricing
Meeting Point package: €500
Registration deadline
Registration is open until 25 September 2026.