The ECS community is gearing up for one of its most important annual gatherings: the ECS Brokerage Event 2026, taking place on 4–5 February 2026. Following the remarkable growth of recent editions, the event is moving to a new venue — The Egg Brussels — to welcome more than 600 participants from across Europe.
Co-organised by AENEAS, EPoSS, and INSIDE Industry Associations, the ECS Brokerage Event has become the go-to forum for shaping collaborations and building strong project consortia for the upcoming Chips JU Calls 2026.
Why you should join
This event is designed for organisations looking to connect, innovate, and turn ideas into high-impact proposals. Participants will have the opportunity to:
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Network with key players from the entire ECS value chain -
Present, explore and exchange RD&I project ideas
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Find partners and build competitive consortia
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Prepare for the upcoming Chips JU funding opportunities
Whether you’re a first-time participant or a long-standing member of the community, the Brokerage Event remains one of the most efficient ways to accelerate collaboration.
Pitch your idea and get noticed
If you want to give visibility to your project idea, you can apply for:
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A 5-minute pitch slot, and/or
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A poster
Applications must be submitted via the ECS Collaboration Tool before 23 January 2026. Availability is limited, so early submission is highly recommended!
Registration is now open
Secure your place today and join us for two days dedicated to collaboration, innovation, and project creation. Register now: https://ecs-brokerage-event.eu/
Several ECS-related events will take place in Brussels the same week, making it an ideal moment to maximise your networking opportunities. Special hotel rates are available directly on the event website.
On behalf of co-organisers, AENEAS looks forward to welcoming ECS community for another inspiring edition of the ECS Brokerage Event.