Congress Venue
Cité des sciences et de l’industrie:
https://www.cite-sciences.fr/fr/accueil
30, avenue Corentin-Cariou 75019 Paris
Official Language
The official language of ECIM 2027 will be English.
Visa
Visa regulations depend on your nationality and country of origin. We suggest you contact your local Consulate for official instructions on the specific visa regulations and application procedures that may apply to you.
For more information on visas, please visit the dedicated Visa Information page on the conference website.
Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is located approximately 25 km from the city center. Recommended transportation options:
a. Taxi / Uber • Travel time: approximately 45–60 minutes • Estimated cost: 55–65 EUR (Fixed taxi fares apply to the Left/Right banks) • Uber pick-up is available at designated areas outside the terminal. Uber App: https://www.uber.com
b. RER B (Regional Train) • Direct train from CDG Airport → Central Paris stations (Gare du Nord, Châtelet-les-Halles) • Travel time: 35–45 minutes • Ticket: approximately 11.80 EUR https://www.ratp.fr
c. RoissyBus • Direct bus connection from CDG Airport → Paris Opéra • Travel time: approx. 60 minutes https://www.ratp.fr
d. Airport Shuttles / Magical Shuttle • Direct connections to major city locations and Disneyland Paris https://magicalshuttle.co.uk
e. Metro / Public Transport From major RER B stations in the center, you can easily connect to Paris’s extensive Métro system. Public transport information: https://www.iledefrance-mobilites.fr
Registration Hours
1. Wednesday, 25 March: 09:00 – 20:00
2. Thursday, 26 March: 07:30 – 18:00
3. Friday, 27 March: 07:30 – 18:30
4. Saturday, 28 March: 08:00 – 16:30
Opening Ceremony
The ECIM 2026 Opening Ceremony will take place on: Wednesday, 25 March 2026, 18:20 at FESTSAAL, Hofburg Conference Centre
Networking Event
Following the Opening Ceremony, we are pleased to invite all participants to the Networking Event, where a cocktail reception will be served.
Date: Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Time: 20:00
Location: FESTSAAL, Hofburg Conference Centre
Cloakroom Services
A cloakroom will be available throughout the congress.
Opening Hours:
1. Wednesday, 25 March: 09:00 – 21:00
2. Thursday, 26 March: 07:30 – 19:00
3. Friday, 27 March: 07:30 – 19:00
4. Saturday, 28 March: 08:00 – 16:00
Food & Beverage
Congress registration includes coffee break services during the official programme hours.
There are also numerous restaurants and cafés within walking distance of the congress venue.
CASH BAR WORKING HOURS
Location: Hofburg Lounge/ Mezzanine Floor
25 March:
11:00 to 16:00
26 March:
09:00 to 16:00
27 March:
09:00 to 16:00
28 March:
09:00 to 13:00
Dining in Paris
Paris offers a world-renowned culinary culture with classic French gastronomy, charming bistros, and diverse international dining options. Lunch is typically served between 12:00 – 14:30, while dinner usually begins around 19:30 or 20:00. We recommend making reservations well in advance, particularly for popular restaurants and historic brasseries in the city center.
Transportation
Vienna has an efficient and easy-to-use public transportation system including metro (U-Bahn), tram, and buses. The historic center, where the Hofburg is located, is also very walkable. Taxis and Uber services are widely available throughout the city.
With the code ECIM26 we offer you a 25 percent discount on the return or single ticket for the City Airport Train, the fastest non-stop connection between Vienna airport and the city center. The CAT runs every 30 minutes with a journey time of only 16 minutes, 7 days a week.
How to redeem the discount online:
Go to cityairporttrain.com (https://www.cityairporttrain.com/en/) and select a return or single ticket and the amount of tickets. In the next step, enter the code ECIM26. Tickets bought online are valid for 6 months. Code only valid for online bookings.
CAT OPERATING TIMES
5:37 a.m. to 11:37 p.m. (every 30 minutes, 7 days a week)
Weather
March in Paris marks the transition from winter to spring, bringing unpredictable yet charming weather. Average daytime temperatures range from 5°C to 13°C (41°F to 55°F). While sunny intervals become more frequent, occasional rain showers and chilly breezes are common. We highly recommend packing layers, a light winter coat, and a compact umbrella for your daily explorations.
Important Dates
Abstract Submission
1 June – 30 October 2026
Late Breaking Submission
2 – 20 November 2026
Abstract Notification
Friday, 8 January 2027
Abstract Notification
(Late Breaking)
Monday, 25 January 2027
Early Registration Deadline
Sunday, 31 January 2027
Currency
The main form of currency is the Euro.
Meeting Organizing Bureau
BROS Congress, Incentive & Events
Sağlam Fikir Sok. Esen Palas Apt. A Blok No: 2 D: 9 Şişli / İstanbul
E-mail: [email protected]