Recap of ATIMA Activities (June–August 2026)
ATIMA: Driving Innovation in Austria in the field of Advanced/Innovative Materials for a Sustainable Future.
Over the last few months (June–August 2026), ATIMA and its partners have continued their activities for raising awareness on the project and its goals, engaging with different stake- holder groups, and strengthening the identity of Austria’s advanced/innovative materials (AdMa) community.
Highlights of activities in the last three months include:
Training session with AM-Austria
(02.06.2026, Vienna, Austria) – AM-Austria
On 2 June 2026, around 20 participants joined an AM-Austria training session at FH- Technikum Vienna on occupational safety and surface treatment. Expert presentations by Ewald Babka and Thomas Gruber were complemen- ted by a tour of the “Material Science & Mecha- nical Systems” Competence Centre. The event highlighted the importance of knowledge trans- fer, networking and practical expertise for strengt- hening Austria’s Advanced Materials community.
Vorarlberger Innovationsbericht (Innovation Report) 2026
(02.06.2026, Dornbirn, Austria) – V-trion
The Smart Textiles Platform Austria contribu- ted to the Vorarlberg Innovation Report 2026, highlighting its role as an interdisciplinary net- work connecting industry, research and stake- holders. The contribution showcased activities in networking, knowledge and technology trans- fer, and collaborative innovation, supporting the development and market uptake of smart texti- le solutions. Its inclusion also strengthened the visibility of Advanced Materials and smart tex- tiles within the regional innovation ecosystem.
TechForum Millstatt 2026
(07–10.06.2026, Millstatt, Austria) – BNN
TechForum: Millstatt 2026 brought together experts from science, business and innovation from 07–10 June, focusing on AI, Quantum Tech- nologies and Water. Advanced Materials featured prominently as enablers of innovation. Repre- senting ATIMA, Andreas Falk organized, chaired and moderated the Science-to-Technology Water Session, fostering exchange on innovative solu- tions to water-related challenges and strengthening cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Next3D
(08–10.06.2026, St. Georgen im Schwarzwald, Germany) – AM-Austria
The NEXT3D congress in Germany brought together European experts in industrial additive manufacturing from 8–10 June 2026. The practice-oriented event showcased live 3D printing, tool inserts for series production and advanced post-processing techniques. Dr. Johannes Gartner, AM-Austria President, presented on “The Future of Additive Manu- facturing in the EU”. The event also offered valuable opportunities for net- working and promoting ATIMA’s key messages.
Biopolymer Team Meeting
(11.06.2026, St. Pölten, Austria) – BIZ-UP
The Biopolymer Team Meeting Q2, held on 11 June at NDU St. Pölten, brought together stakeholders from research, industry and regional innovation networks to discuss bioplastics, circular economy and sustainable materials. Veronika Miron (BIZ-UP) presented outcomes from the “Roadmap Sustain- able Packaging & Food Processes” workshop, highlighting ATIMA’s role and roadmap in advancing cross-sector knowledge and sustainable material.
Meetings to inform regional representatives about the Austrian AdMa-Roadmap
(May-July 2026, online) – BNN, all
From May to July 2026, ATIMA partners engaged with representatives from Austrian provinces to present the developing Advanced Materials (AdMa) Roadmap and gather regional feedback. These discussions helped shape the roadmap into a relevant resource for Austria’s AdMa community. The roadmap will be officially launched on 14 October 2026 in Lustenau, followed by presentations in Linz and Graz in November.
Auto Reborn: Expertise in taking plastics back onto the road
(18.06.2026, Braunau & Mühlheim am Inn, Austria) – BIZ-UP
The Auto Reborn conference, co-organized by A2LT, brought together experts to explore how recycled plastics can return to automotive applications. ATIMA contributed a focus on circular solutions for Advanced Materials and post- consumer recycled (PCR) materials, gaining valuable insights into value-chain require- ments and innovative lightweight materials for sustainable and resource-efficient mobility.
Impulsvortrag (keynote speech) "AdMa in Europe"
(22.06.2026, Krems, Austria) – BNN
On 22 June 2026, ATIMA coordinator Andreas Falk delivered a keynote on “Advanced Materials in Europe” at Karl Landsteiner University in Krems. The event explored the growing relevance of AdMa in Europe and opportunities for collaboration. Discussions highlighted potential research on the interaction between AdMa and physiological systems, as well as future cooperation in knowledge transfer, education and training.
Medical.Materials 2026
(23.06.2026, Linz, Austria) – BIZ-UP
The Medical.Materials 2026 event in Linz brought together around 40 experts to discuss medical materials and advanced manufac- turing, including smart textiles, biosensors and wearable technologies. Veronika Miron (Business Upper Austria) introduced ATIMA, while Andreas Falk (BNN) presented Advanced Ma- terials as drivers of innovation in healthcare. The contributions highlighted ATIMA’s role in cross- sector collaboration and knowledge transfer.
FTI Workshop as part of the 48th A2LT plenary meeting at Miba
(25.06.2026, Laakirchen & Vorchdorf, Austria) – BIZ-UP
On 25 June 2026, ATIMA joined the 48th A2LT Plenary Meeting and FTI Workshop at Miba in Laakirchen and Vorchdorf. The EUREKA Light- weighting Call 2026 workshop provided a platform to exchange ideas, develop innovative project con- cepts, and explore international R&D cooperation. ATIMA contributed expertise on Advanced Ma- terials, helping to identify new opportunities and strengthen the lightweighting innovation network.
SuSChemE-Sustens2 conference
(28–30.06.2026, Athens, Greece) – BNN
From 28–30 June 2026, the SuSChemE-Sustens2 Conference in Athens brought together experts on sustainable and climate-neutral technologies. ATIMA contributed to strengthening links between the Advanced Materials and chemistry communi- ties, connecting with the SusChem Community and SusChem-AT. Austrian representatives co-organi- zed, chaired and presented in the SSbD session, highlighting the importance of cross-sector col- laboration for sustainable and circular innovation.
Bodenseegespräche 2026
(01.07.2026, Hard, Austria) – V-trion
On 1 July 2026, the Smart Textiles Platform Austria participated in Bodenseegespräche VI in Hard, bringing together around 160 experts from industry, research and technology. The event provided valuable opportunities to explore conne- ctions between smart textiles, sensor tech- nologies, robotics and advanced manufacturing, while identifying potential cooperation part- ners and strengthening cross-sector and cross-border networking in the D-A-CH region.
Lightweight Construction exchange meeting with BMIMI
(03.08.2026, online) – BIZ-UP
During the quarterly national Lightweighting exchange meeting between BMIMI and A2LT in August, key stakeholders were brought together to exchange knowledge and align national activities. Andreas Falk (BNN) presented the current status of the ATIMA Roadmap, sparking discussions on fu- ture priorities and collaboration opportunities and strengthening coordination within Austria’s light- weighting and Advanced Materials community.
Werkstoff Workshop 2026
(18–19.08.2026, Graz, Austria) – ASMET
In mid-August, ASMET brought around 40 experts together in Graz for the Werkstoff Workshop 2026. The event combined an AVL site visit, expert presentations, interactive discus- sions and networking. ATIMA partners Gerhard Hackl and Yvonne Dworak moderated the second day, focusing on future priorities and governmental support for Advanced Materials in Austria and streng- thening collaboration across the AdMa community.