The cross-industry concept makes the W3+ Fair unique – even in the time of coronavirus. Carefully coordinated protective measures in accordance with Robert Koch Institute guidelines will hopefully make it possible to meet up again in person in the 2nd and 3rd quarter of 2021. Quality over quantity has always been the trade fair's credo – and now more than ever.

The second W3+ Fair Rhine Valley: Companies establish high-quality contacts in key technologies in the fields of optics, photonics, electronics and mechanics in the Rhine Valley region, where four countries meet near Lake Constance. The "Valley of Opportunity", a cross-border area stretching into Austria, Switzerland, Germany and Liechtenstein, is among the top ten of the 1,200 technology locations in Europe. With a focus on applied research and development, the region offers ideal conditions for technology-driven innovations.

Talk to market leaders

You can be there when entrepreneurs, technical developers, users, buyers, young talent and top decision-makers from the prosperous Rhine Valley region exchange ideas about technologies of the future and initiate projects. Meet market leaders and leading experts in person – a coordinated package of measures ensures that the trade fair is a safe meeting place even in the time of coronavirus.

The venue is the Dornbirn Exhibition Centre in Austria – a traditional marketplace in Vorarlberg with a modern look. A perfect fit for the W3+ Fair and our aim to go where business is done.

More knowledge and strong partners

The accompanying N-Tec Talks high-tech conference with its top-class lecture programme, guarantees you the latest know-how and lots of new ideas.

Expert partners such as Swissphotonics, EPIC, Photonics Austria, Spectaris, IVAM and the Wetzlar Network supported this year's event with international contacts.