Dornbirn GFC 2026 to Mark 65th Anniversary with Expanded Conference Programme
International fibre conference to bring together more than 600 experts from over 30 countries in Dornbirn, Austria
Dornbirn GFC will celebrate its 65th anniversary when the international fibre industry gathers in Dornbirn, Austria, from September 16 to 18, 2026. The conference will bring together more than 600 experts from industry and academia representing over 30 countries to discuss developments, technologies and future directions for the global fibre industry.
The event will feature around 100 presentations, a 2.5-day conference programme, and three parallel presentation rooms with moderated sessions focused on knowledge exchange, networking and international collaboration.
Expanded programme for the 65th anniversary
To mark its 65th anniversary, Dornbirn GFC has expanded its established conference programme with additional presentation sessions covering:
- Cross-Industry Innovation – “Fiber & Textiles Meet Pulp & Paper”
- Natural Fibers: Innovative Materials Combining Sustainability and High Performance
- ReHubs: Industry Partners in Dialogue on the Future of Textile Circularity
- ReHubs: Protective Workwear
- RWTH Aachen Meets Industry
The conference is designed to provide a platform for discussions between industry and academia on current trends, technological developments and future-oriented solutions in the fibre sector.
Conference highlights
The 2026 edition of Dornbirn GFC will include:
- 100 lectures in 3 halls on 3 days
- Dornbirn GFC Innovation Day & Forum & Innovation Award
- Lenzing Young Scientist Award
- CEO Panel & Workshops
- Thinkathon: Young researchers present new approaches
- Lecture block on:
- EU Projects
- Natural Fibers
- Workwear & Defense
- ReHubs – Workwear & Innovation
- RWTH Aachen Meets Industry
- Galaevent with fashion show
International platform for the fibre industry
With participants from more than 30 countries, the conference will provide opportunities for experts from industry and academia to exchange knowledge, discuss innovations and explore developments across the global fibre value chain.
The programme is structured around parallel presentation sessions and networking opportunities, supporting dialogue on research, technology and industry collaboration.