The MAV Lightweight Expo is the exhibition and networking space promoted by the MAV Cluster within the framework of the ELN Conference 2026.
The 6th European Lightweighting Network (ELN) Conference will bring together Europe's leading experts in lightweight materials and advanced manufacturing to shape a common European strategy for lightweighting and sustainable mobility.
Organised by the European Lightweighting Network (ELN) in collaboration with Clúster MAV, ACCIÓ and Eurecat, the conference will provide a unique platform for industry, research organisations, clusters, public administrations and European projects to exchange knowledge, showcase innovation and build new collaborations.
As one of Europe's leading innovation and industrial hubs, Barcelona offers the ideal setting to discuss how advanced and circular materials can accelerate the transition towards more sustainable, competitive and resource-efficient mobility.
Throughout the conference, participants will explore the latest developments in lightweight technologies across key industrial sectors while connecting with leading European stakeholders through technical sessions, networking activities and dedicated B2B meetings.
The event combines high-level conference sessions with networking opportunities and an international exhibition.
Time | ELN Conference (Main Auditorium) | Brokerage Event | MAV Lightweight Expo |
|---|---|---|---|
09:00 – 10:00 | Welcome & OpeningPolicy Session
| Brokerage Event opens | Exhibition open |
10:00 – 10:30 | Coffee Break | Networking | Exhibition open |
10:30 – 12:00 | Automotive I
| B2B Meetings | Exhibition open |
12:00 – 13:30 | Aerospace | B2B Meetings | Exhibition open |
13:30 – 14:30 | Lunch | Networking | Exhibition open |
14:30 – 18:00 | — | Brokerage Event | MAV Lightweight Expo |
15:00 – 17:30 | ELCA General Assembly | B2B Meetings | Exhibition open |
Time | ELN Conference (Main Auditorium) | Brokerage Event | MAV Lightweight Expo |
|---|---|---|---|
09:00 – 09:30 | Welcome | Open | Exhibition open |
09:30 – 11:00 | Railway
| B2B Meetings | Exhibition open |
11:00 – 11:30 | Coffee Break | Networking | Exhibition open |
11:30 – 13:00 | Automotive II
Additional speakers will be announced soon. | B2B Meetings | Exhibition open |
13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch | Networking | Exhibition open |
14:00 – 15:30 | Defence & Security Speaker programme to be announced. | B2B Meetings | Exhibition open |
15:30 – 16:00 | Conference Closing | — | — |
15:30 – 17:30 | ELN Workshops | Brokerage Event | Exhibition open |
The programme will include keynote presentations, technical sessions, panel discussions and interactive debates, together with continued brokerage meetings and exhibition activities. The conference will close with ELN workshops dedicated to future European collaboration initiatives.
Running alongside the conference, the MAV Lightweight Expo is the dedicated exhibition and networking space organised by Clúster MAV to connect European industry with advanced and circular materials.
The Expo has been designed to facilitate collaboration between companies developing lightweight solutions and organisations looking to incorporate advanced materials into next-generation mobility applications.
The exhibition will bring together:
Industrial companies
Advanced materials developers
European mobility OEMs
Technology and research centres
European collaborative projects
Innovation clusters and public organisations
Exhibitors will benefit from a dedicated exhibition stand within the conference venue, enabling them to showcase their technologies, products, and services while engaging directly with decision-makers from across Europe.
Participation also includes access to:
Pre-arranged B2B meetings
International networking activities
The ELN Conference technical programme
Direct interaction with leading European companies, OEMs, technology centres and innovation projects
With a limited number of exhibition spaces, the MAV Lightweight Expo offers an exclusive opportunity to increase visibility, generate new business opportunities and become part of Europe's growing lightweight materials ecosystem.
Discover the latest European advances in lightweight technologies and advanced materials.
Learn from leading industrial companies, research organisations and policymakers.
Explore applications across automotive, aerospace, railway, nautical and defence sectors.
Meet potential customers, suppliers, and innovation partners through organised B2B meetings.
Showcase your organisation at the MAV Lightweight Expo.
Join the European community driving the future of lightweight and sustainable mobility.
Participation in the ELN Conference 2026 and the MAV Lightweight Expo requires prior registration. Places are limited and registration will be completed through an online payment system.
Registration Type | Fee* |
|---|---|
One-Day Pass | €60 + VAT |
Two-Day Conference Pass | €100 + VAT |
Exhibitor Package (includes exhibition stand + 2 conference passes) | €300 + VAT |
* VAT not included.
The exhibitor package includes an exhibition stand within the MAV Lightweight Expo, two full conference passes to the ELN Conference 2026, participation in pre-arranged B2B meetings, access to all networking activities, and an excellent opportunity to showcase your solutions to leading European companies, OEMs, technology centres and innovation stakeholders.
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