16 – 18 SEPT. 2025 | MESSE BASEL

Inspiring the Future of Chemistry and Life Sciences.

The Ilmac industry event at the important location in Basel is the largest meeting place for the chemical and life science industry in Switzerland.

Ilmac has its origins in the trade fair for international laboratory, measurement and automation technology in the chemical industry, which was held in Basel for the first time in 1959. Today, the most important trade fair for the chemical and life sciences industry brings together around 400 exhibitors with over 12,000 trade visitors.

With the promise ‘Inspiring the Future of Chemistry and Life Sciences’, Ilmac promotes the development of new ideas and solutions and presents the latest trends from research and industry at the important locations of Basel and Lausanne. Ilmac also offers an extensive supporting programme with specialist presentations, workshops and networking opportunities.

The next Ilmac will take place from 16 to 18 September 2025 in Hall 1.0 at Messe Basel. Visitors can look forward to highlights such as the Conference, the Startup Area, the Future of Life Science Area, the Speakers Corner and the special shows Pharma Logistics Days and Job Connect. With the ‘Women in Life Science’ format, Ilmac 2025 offers women in the industry an exclusive platform. On the first evening, a big party will be held in the Bambusnest to celebrate Ilmac’s 66th anniversary.

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The countdown is on for Ilmac Basel 16. – 18. September 2025

400

EXHIBITING COMPANIES

12000

Trade Visitors

200

TALKS & PITCHES

Proximity to pharmaceutical chemical and biotechnology companies
High-quality community and quality contacts
Renowned exhibitors from over 20 different industries
Personal, clear & close
Networking Events
National and international participants

Ilmac highlights such as the Conference, the Startup Area, the Speakers Corner, the Networking Events or special shows, for example Job Connect and Pharma Logistics Days, represent important industry topics in Basel in a focused manner.

Factsheet 2025

We look forward to welcoming numerous exhibitors - they will be there in 2025:

Ilmac Preview-Event

We cordially invite you to the Ilmac Preview Event on April 3 from 10:30 to 14:00. At the Syngenta premises in Basel, you will receive all the information you need to help you decide whether to take part in Ilmac 2025:

Figures, data and facts about Ilmac 2025 at the Basel site
Event highlights
Wide range of on-site and digital participation options
Marketing and sponsoring options

The people responsible for Ilmac at MCH Basel Exhibition will be on hand to answer your individual questions, requirements and wishes. You can also meet market players and use the joint business lunch to exchange ideas and network. Please note that the number of places is limited and guest places will be allocated according to the time of registration.