European Conference on Composite Materials

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About the conference

The first European Conference on Composite Materials (ECCM) was held in Bordeaux in September 1985. Since then, 21 conferences have been organised and ECCM has become one of the most important events dedicated to composite materials for academia and industry. Organised biannually under the patronage of the ESCM, it attracts more than 1000 participants from all over the world.

ECCM22

The 22nd European Conference on Composite Materials will take place in Oslo, Norway, from 21 to 25 June 2026. ΕCCM22 is organized by the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), under the patronage of ESCM!

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ΕCCM22 is a premier platform for advancing research, innovation, and collaboration in the field of composite materials. ΕCCM22 has a focus on sustainability, cutting-edge technologies, and emerging applications in aerospace, automotive, energy, and infrastructure. Key themes include advancements in green materials, recycling techniques, and digital innovations in composite manufacturing. ΕCCM22 will be a great opportunity for networking and industry collaboration, given that Oslo is a hub for sustainable materials research and innovation!

Important Dates:

  • Abstract submission opens: 1 September 2025
  • Abstract submission deadline: 15 October 2025
  • Special session submission deadline: 30 September 2025
  • Conference registration opens: 31 October 2025
  • Author notification for acceptance of abstract: 15 February 2026
  • Full Paper Submission: 15 March 2026
  • Early Bird Registration deadline: 15 April 2026
  • Congress Dates: 21-25 June 2026
  • Conference Reception Ceremony: 21 June 2026
  • Conference Gala Dinner: 24 June 2026

Previous conferences

The table below lists the conferences organized since 1985. A link to the proceedings is proposed when available.

Conference Year City Country Notes
ECCM22 2026 Oslo Norway Website
ECCM21 2024 Nantes France Website - Proceedings
ECCM20 2022 Lausanne Switzerland Proceedings
ECCM19 2020 Nantes France Cancelled
ECCM18 2018 Athens Greece Proceedings
ECCM17 2016 Munich Germany Proceedings
ECCM16 2014 Seville Spain  
ECCM15 2012 Venice Italy  
ECCM14 2010 Budapest Hungary  
ECCM13 2008 Stockholm Sweden  
ECCM12 2006 Biarritz France  
ECCM11 2004 Rhodes Greece  
ECCM10 2002 Bruges Belgium  
ECCM9 2000 Brighton United Kingdom  
ECCM8 1998 Naples Italy  
ECCM7 1996 London United Kingdom  
ECCM6 1993 Bordeaux France  
ECCM5 1992 Bordeaux France  
ECCM4 1990 Stuttgart Germany  
ECCM3 1989 Bordeaux France Proceedings
ECCM2 1987 London United Kingdom  
ECCM1 1985 Bordeaux France