20th International Conference on Plasma Surface Engineering
AUGUST 31 – SEPTEMBER 3, 2026
TRADE FAIR ERFURT / CONGRESS CENTER
ERFURT, GERMANY
AUGUST 31 – SEPTEMBER 3, 2026
TRADE FAIR ERFURT / CONGRESS CENTER
ERFURT, GERMANY
16:00 – 18:00
Trade Fair Erfurt | Messe Erfurt
Kassenfoyer, Hall 1 | Entrance East
Gothaer Straße 34
99094 Erfurt
Germany
https://www.messe-erfurt.de/en/
Use the opportunity for a smooth conference start.
The city of Erfurt offers a variaty of guided tours through Erfurt, for example the „Guided walking tour tracing Jewish history to UNESCO World Heritage Sites“. You would like to join?
=> Check the booking form of tourist information specially for PSE2026 visitors here.
All conference participants are invited to visit the educational program of PSE2026 on Monday morning. Here you can refresh your knowledge or learn more about recent developments and new technology possibilities.
18:00 – 19:00
Room: Carl Zeiss Saal
The Conference will be opened officially of the Conference Chairwoman 2026, Prof. Sandra Carvalho. The Opening Plenary Lecture will be presented.
in the evening
Explore Erfurt on your own, the city of flowers and horticulture, the city where Martin Luther lived and studied and which is home to numerous historical sites.
Stroll through the numerous cosy alleyways alongside the popular Kika figures. The lovingly designed figures, scattered throughout the city, delight young and old visitors alike.
More information: https://www.erfurt-tourismus.de/en/
8:30 – 12:00
Room: Carl Zeiss Saal
The Partner Country of PSE2026 is Iberia. During PSE2026 the Country and their community of Plasma Surface Engineering will be presented specially.
The Plenary Lecture of Prof. A. González Elipe from University of Sevilla will be presented. After the first Coffee Break, Prof. Ramon Galindo Escobar (PSE2026 Partner Country Chairman) presents the Iberian Partner Country Session.
09:00 – 22:00
Room: Foyer Hall 1
The industry exhibition is opened.
Plan of the Exhibition [PDF]
10:30 – 12:00 | 13:30 – 15:00
Room: Foyer Hall1
A new exhibition experience
The Silent Forum is a new feature of PSE2026, bringing innovation directly to the exhibition floor. In short presentations, exhibitors introduce new technologies, products and industrial solutions while sharing current developments from their companies. Discover practical innovations, gain fresh inspiration and connect with experts in a relaxed exhibition atmosphere.
15:00 – 16:00
Room: Foyer Hall 1
16:00 – 16:45
Room: Carl Zeiss Saal
The Vacuum Session is organized by the Deutschen Vakuum-Gesellschaft e.V.. During this session the Rudolf-Jaeckel-Award 2026 will be presented.
An outstanding scientist will be honoured in recognition of his outstanding achievements in the fields of vacuum science and technology supervised by the DVG.
19:00 – 22:00
Room: Foyer Hall 1
The industry evening offers you the opportunity to spend a pleasant evening with colleagues and co-operation partners with drinks and food.
The Opening of the Industrial Evening will take place at 19:00 in Room Carl Zeiss. The PSE2026 Conference Co-Chairman Ulf Seyfert will open the Industrial Evening and the PSE2026 Partner Country Chairman will announce coming Iberian surprises. Be curious and visit the Iberian community in Iberian Partner Country Area of the exhibition in Foyer Hall 1.
For your refreshment, Trumpf Hüttinger GmbH + Co. KG invites you to a freshly tapped beer, while other drinks are also available.
20:30 – 21:30
Room: Foyer Hall 1
09:00 – 16:00
Room: Foyer Hall 1
Visitor Wednesday – Free Admission to the Industrial Exhibition
On Wednesday, September 02, 2026, from 09:00 to 16:00, admission to the industrial exhibition is free of charge.
Whether you are an exhibitor inviting your customers and business partners or a trade visitor interested in exploring the latest innovations, take advantage of this opportunity to visit the exhibition at no cost.
Exhibitors may either send us a list of their invited guests in advance (first name, last name, company, and country) so that we can prepare their participant badges, or ask their guests to register online by booking the „Exhibition Visitor Ticket Wednesday„.
Trade visitors who are not attending as invited guests are also welcome to register by booking the „Exhibition Visitor Ticket Wednesday„.
09:00 – 10:00
Room: Foyer Hall 1
10:30 – 12:00 | 13:30 – 15:00
Room: Foyer Hall1
A new exhibition experience
The Silent Forum is a new feature of PSE2026, bringing innovation directly to the exhibition floor. In short presentations, exhibitors introduce new technologies, products and industrial solutions while sharing current developments from their companies. Discover practical innovations, gain fresh inspiration and connect with experts in a relaxed exhibition atmosphere.
19:00 – 22:00
Kaisersaal Erfurt
Futterstraße 15/16
99084 Erfurt
A separate ticket is required. | Tickets
In the festive ambience of the Kaisersaal, in the inner city of Erfurt, you can get into conversation with your partners and colleagues. Enjoy the great environment in the style of classicism as well as your menu from the delicious buffet. An exclusive opportunity for conversations and in-depth discussions.
08:30 – 09:45
Room: Carl Zeiss Saal
During the Award Session the European Joint Committee on Plasma and Ion Surface Engineering EJC/PISE honours outstanding scientists with the PSE2026 Awards. Furthermore the Conference and the Chairmen of PSE2028 will be announced.
During this session the Awards Lecture of the PSE Leading Scientist Award 2026 will take place.
