World Materials Forum 2026
EIT RawMaterials CEO, Bernd Schäfer, will take the stage at the World Materials Forum, where the future of materials meets industrial reality.
The World Materials Forum is a leading international platform bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to shape the future of advanced materials and sustainable industrial development.
The forum focuses on the role of materials in enabling the green and digital transition, addressing key challenges such as resource security, circularity, and industrial competitiveness in Europe and beyond.
Why This Matters
The transformation of Europe’s industrial base depends on secure, sustainable, and innovative material value chains.
Events like the World Materials Forum provide a critical space to:
- Explore how advanced materials are enabling the green and digital transition
- Address challenges around supply security and strategic autonomy
- Connect industry, policy, and innovation stakeholders shaping Europe’s competitiveness
- Exchange insights on scaling solutions across the materials value chain
EIT RawMaterials At World Materials Forum
EIT RawMaterials will take part in this year’s edition, contributing to discussions on how innovation across the raw materials value chain can strengthen Europe’s resilience and accelerate the transition towards a sustainable economy.
Our CEO, Bernd Schäfer, will be among the speakers, sharing insights on Europe’s raw materials strategy, investment priorities, and the role of collaboration in securing a competitive and sustainable supply of critical materials.
Further details on the session, including timing and key discussion points, will be announced soon.
Who Should Attend
The World Materials Forum is designed for decision-makers and experts across the materials and industrial ecosystem, including:
- Industry leaders in manufacturing, energy, and advanced materials
- Raw materials and mining stakeholders
- Policymakers and public sector representatives
- Start-ups and scale-ups developing innovative solutions
- Researchers and innovation organisations
Be part of the conversation shaping the future of materials and Europe’s industrial competitiveness.
