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The ultimate platform for biotech business leaders, combining partnering opportunities with an extended program on executive strategy
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BIO-Europe 2025 Event Statistics | Attendance, Partnering Meetings & Global Reach
attendees from over 60 countries
one-to-one meetings
licensing opportunities posted
unique companies
company presentations
174
exhibitors
BIO-Europe in the news:
Ways to attend BIO-Europe
Attend as a delegate
Sponsor or Exhibit
Presenting Company
Who spoke at BIO-Europe 2025?
Pharma speakers from across the globe shared their expertise through keynote panels, fireside chats, and exclusive insights, focused on the future of the life sciences industry. Here's who you can expect to hear from at BIO-Europe:
Why BIO-Europe Is the Must-Attend Life Science Partnering Event
Meet more potential partners in three days than you could all year with partneringONE®
Continue building relationships at some of the most spectacular venues.
Hear the latest industry trends from key biotech and pharma leaders.
Explore a wide range of services and solutions on our bustling exhibit floor.
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Exhibit Hall Receptions
2025 – Regional Host Sponsor
2025 – Platinum Sponsors
EXHIBITORS
Charity partner
Lead Media Partner
2025 – Media Partners
2025 – Supporters
Receptions & Special Programs
Startup Spotlight at BIO-Europe Sponsor
2023 Company Presentations
BIO-Europe 2024 Supported by:
2025 Speaking Companies
2024 Presenting Companies
2024 Startup Spotlight Finalists
2025 Startup Spotlight Finalists
Previous Startup Spotlight Sponsors
Host organization
2025 Startup Spotlight Supporter
Presenting Company Theatre sponsored by:
2025 Presenting Companies
Meet the finalists
FAQs
What is BIO-Europe?
BIO-Europe is Europe’s largest and longest-running partnering conference for the global biotechnology and biopharma industry. The event brings together 5800+ from more than 3,200 companies across 60+ countries, to build partnerships, share insights, and explore business opportunities in life sciences.
When and where is BIO-Europe 2026?
BIO-Europe 2026 will take place November 9-11, 2026, at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany.
Who attends BIO-Europe?
BIO-Europe is ideal for professionals across the life sciences ecosystem, including biotech and pharmaceutical companies, start-up founders, investors, academic researchers, and industry service providers looking to connect, collaborate, and form strategic partnerships.
What networking opportunities are available at BIO-Europe?
Our event offers multiple ways to connect, including scheduled one-to-one meetings, networking receptions, panel discussions, and side events. These activities are designed to help attendees build relationships, discover new opportunities, and exchange insights with leaders from across the global biopharma ecosystem.
How does partnering work at BIO-Europe?
Partnering is facilitated by our dedicated platform, partneringONE®, which allows attendees to search for potential partners, request meetings, and schedule one-to-one discussions before and during the event, enabling thousands of targeted meetings between companies, investors, and innovators over just a few days.
Simply register for the event, create a profile, and use the platform to connect with other participants.
Who organises BIO-Europe?
BIO-Europe is organised by Informa Connect, a global leader in delivering events, digital platforms, and networking opportunities for professionals across various industries, including life sciences. Find out about other biotech and pharma events that Informa runs here.