Ilmac 2025

Ilmac has its origins in the Swiss trade fair for international laboratory, measurement technology and automation in chemistry, which has been taking place since 1959. Today, the chemical and life science brand connects the industry both physically and digitally.

SCS, as the initial founder of the fair, is a partnering with Messe Schweiz and coordinates the collaboration with society partners and the Universities of Applies Sciences. SCS is also the official organizer of the Ilmac Conference 2025.

Get your ticket for free with the Prio Code: scs-ilmac25

Today, the event is much more than just a trade fair exhibition. Lectures, discussion forums, product shows, job fairs and networking events transform the trade fair into a world of experience.

Ilmac Conference (organized by the SCS and its partners)
Tue, September 16, 2025: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital methods
Wed, September 17, 2025: Sustainable applied methods and enabling key technologies
Thu, September 18, 2025: Biotech and Biomanufacturing - Sustainability in biotechnological processes and products
https://scg.ch/ilmac

Ilmac Party
2025 is a very special year for us as – we celebrate the 66th anniversary of Ilmac, one of the oldest and most important industry event of MCH Swiss Exhibition Ltd. We have been constantly evolving since 1959. Join the party on September 16, 2025 at 5pm.
https://www.ilmac.ch/en/66-years-ilmac/

Women in Life Sciences Networking Event
Join us at the Women in Life Sciences event on September 17, 2025 from 4-8pm, where we address the Gender Health Gap and the importance of female leadership in the life sciences sector. 
https://www.ilmac.ch/en/basel/highlights/women-in-life-sciences/

Ilmac 365
Keep your finger on the pulse of the industry. Ilmac 365 connects the chemical and life science industry far beyond the events at significant locations, such as Basel or Lausanne. The community network offers an exclusive space for networking, product presentations and knowledge exchange.
https://365.ilmac.ch/event/ilmac-basel-2025

Future of Life Sciences Area
An interactive experience in the areas of life sciences, robotics and artificial intelligence. Let’s take a look together into an exciting future.
https://www.ilmac.ch/en/basel/highlights/future-of-life-sciences-area/ 

Pharma Logistics Days
Discover trends and innovations and meet experts for your specific transport requirements.
Pharma Logistics Days takes place as a special show at Ilmac on 3 parallel days.
https://www.ilmac.ch/en/basel/highlights/pharma-logistics-days/ 

Startup Area
The Startup Area buzzes with promising newcomers and innovators from the chemical and life sciences industry.
https://www.ilmac.ch/en/basel/highlights/startup-area/ 

Job Connect
This meeting place connects companies and professionals in the industry. We provide you the opportunity to exchange ideas directly on site and digitally with industry-relevant professionals.
https://www.ilmac.ch/en/basel/highlights/job-connect/ 

Speakers and Future Talks Corner
Experience the latest industry topics and product innovations in Speakers and Future Talks Corner presented by exhibiting companies, followed by a Q&A session with moderation and interested participants on site.
https://www.ilmac.ch/en/basel/highlights/speakers-future-talks-corner/