Transfiere: European Meeting on Science, Technology and Innovation

Transfiere, the European Forum for Science, Technology, and Innovation, celebrates its 15th anniversary this year. As Southern Europe’s largest R&D&I meeting point, it bridges the gap between scientific research and market-ready industrial solutions. The forum brings together the four pillars of innovation: Business, Academia, Government, and Research Organizations.

• Date: February 24–26, 2026

• Location: FYCMA (Trade Fairs and Congress Center), Málaga, Spain

• Focus: Knowledge transfer and the commercialization of technology.

Key Topics

The 2026 program is structured to address European technological sovereignty and global industrial challenges:

• Dual-Use Technologies: Innovative solutions with both civil and security/defense applications.

• Deep Tech & Advanced Materials: Focusing on high-barrier technologies that define industrial competitiveness.

• Health & Bioengineering: Advancements in precision health, biomedical innovation, and life sciences.

• Digital Infrastructure: Applied quantum technologies, AI-enabled supply chains, and data sovereignty.

• Sustainability: Green tech, energy autonomy, and the circular economy.

Key Highlights: 

• International Guest Country: The Republic of Korea is the guest country for 2026, highlighting collaboration between European and Asian innovation ecosystems.

• Open Call for Deep Tech Startups: A specialized platform for European startups to pitch high-impact solutions to international investors.

• Collaborative Spaces: The event features dedicated zones like the Science Room (academic research), the Innovation Room (business application), and the Ágora (policy and strategy).

• Innovative Company Award: Recognition for organizations that have successfully integrated innovation as a strategic driver of growth.