Focus on PCB 2027 – Vicenza, Italy

• 21 avril 2027
  Date de l'événement :
• 22 avril 2027
  Fin de l'événement :

À quoi s'attendre

Focus on PCB is the first and only European B2B event entirely dedicated to the world of printed circuit boards and the complete PCB supply chain. Organized by NürnbergMesse Italia, promoted by Assodel PCB Group and hosted by IEG – Italian Exhibition Group at Vicenza Expo Centre, the event has established itself as Europe’s meeting point for PCB, PCBA and EMS technology. It is a highly specialized, compact and highly technical exhibition that brings together PCB manufacturers, distributors, equipment suppliers, materials suppliers, design studios, EMS companies and service providers with a highly qualified audience of designers, buyers, R&D managers and technical professionals.

What to expect is a focused environment where business is developed efficiently without dispersion. Unlike large generic electronics fairs, Focus on PCB ensures specialization. Every exhibitor is related to the PCB world, from design to assembly, and every visitor comes from sectors that use electronic technologies. The format provides ideal conditions for discovering latest technological innovations, generating tangible business opportunities and staying up to date with market developments. The event is supported by Italian Trade Agency (ITA) and ANIE Componenti Elettronici, recognized by Veneto Region as an event of international relevance, and sponsored by a network of international representatives.

For the upcoming edition, Focus on PCB will debut alongside Focus on Components, a new B2B event dedicated to electronic components including semiconductors, passive components, sensors, connectors, power and RF/wireless. The two complementary events will take place in adjacent halls with a single ticket, creating a new electronics ecosystem that facilitates integration between design, sourcing and production and expands networking and business opportunities across the entire electronics supply chain.

Dates des événements

Dates des événements : April 21–22, 2027
Nom de l'événement : Focus on PCB 2027 – From Design to Assembly
Événement organisé simultanément : Focus on Components 2027 – From Innovation to Devices
Lieu : Vicenza Expo Centre
Hall : Hall 7, Via dell’Oreficeria 16, Vicenza, Italy
Organisateur : NürnbergMesse Italia
Promoteur : Assodel PCB Group
Host: IEG – Italian Exhibition Group
Site web officiel : https://focusonpcb.it/en/home_en/
Adresse électronique de contact : info@focusonpcb.it
Numéro de téléphone de contact : +39 02 36753260
Horaires d'ouverture : First Day 9.00am – 6.00pm, Second Day 9.00am – 5.00pm

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Lieu et site d’exposition

Focus on PCB takes place at the Vicenza Expo Centre, one of the most modern exhibition centers in Northern Italy, managed by Italian Exhibition Group. The venue is located at Via dell’Oreficeria 16, Vicenza, in the heart of one of Italy’s most important industrial districts for mechanics, electronics and gold manufacturing. For this edition, Focus on PCB will be hosted in Hall 7, while the co-located Focus on Components will be in Hall 1, allowing easy visitor flow between the two events.

The Vicenza Expo Centre offers state-of-the-art infrastructure with large pillar-free halls, high ceilings suitable for industrial machinery demonstration, advanced power and compressed air supply, high-speed Wi-Fi, conference rooms, business lounges and catering services. Hall 7 has been specifically upgraded to accommodate PCB production equipment, including large CNC drilling machines, exposure units, galvanic lines and testing equipment. The layout ensures efficient movement and high visibility for all exhibitors.

The venue is designed for B2B professionalism. It includes spacious reception areas for registration, cloakroom, press office, meeting rooms for private business discussions, and a dedicated area for the IPC Hand Soldering Competition and Cable & Wire Harness Competition, which are distinctive features of Focus on PCB. The entire complex is accessible and offers ample parking, electric vehicle charging, and proximity to hotels and services. Its location near major motorways makes it easily reachable for national and international visitors.

Programme industriel complet

The full industry programme of Focus on PCB is designed to provide a 360-degree experience that goes beyond the exhibition. It combines a high-level technical conference programme, exhibitor forums, live activities and networking initiatives, all focused on innovation in the PCB world from design to assembly.

The programme includes technical sessions addressing pressing issues facing the printed circuit board industry, from global supply chain resilience and adoption of artificial intelligence in design and manufacturing, to industrial policies needed to strengthen Europe’s competitiveness and sustainability. Conferences are entirely translated into Italian and English for an increasingly international audience. Exhibitor forums allow companies to present new products, technologies and case studies in dedicated slots with direct interaction with attendees.

Live activities enrich the experience significantly. The event hosts a racing car prototype showcasing advanced PCB applications in automotive, live PCB design workshops where visitors can follow the complete design flow, and initiatives supporting electronics entrepreneurship and workforce training. The programme also includes guided tours, matchmaking services and business meetings facilitated by the organizer’s network of international representatives in several countries.

Entreprises et exposants présentés

Focus on PCB brings together the entire European PCB, PCBA and EMS supply chain. The most recent full edition confirmed steady growth, bringing together 155 exhibiting companies from 16 countries, with strong presence of companies operating in EMS and SMT sectors, and attracting professionals from 28 countries with an increase in visitor attendance. The exhibitor base is increasingly international, strengthened by collaboration with Italian Trade Agency for promotion and attendance of qualified international buyers.

PCB Manufacturers and Distributors: Companies specializing in rigid PCBs, rigid-flex and semi-flex, single-sided, double-sided, multilayer, HDI, aluminium, Rogers, heavy copper, military and aerospace, RF/microwave, backpanel and liquid cooled PCBs. Includes mass production, HMLV high-mix low-volume, HVLM high-volume low-mix, sampling and quick-turn prototyping.

Materials and Chemicals: PCB laminate manufacturers and suppliers, solder mask manufacturers, solder paste and chemical consumables, conformal coating and resins, cleaning equipment and chemical cleaning solutions, solder and coating contractors.

Equipment for PCB Production: Manufacturers of plants for galvanic systems, X-Ray CNC machines, drilling services, PCB automatic testing equipment, washing equipment, 3D inspection and X-Ray inspection, soldering solutions and soldering robots, dispensing technology, rework systems, cleanroom products.

Assembly and EMS: Contract manufacturing including assembly, CEM, EMS, prototypes, mass production, testing and inspections, IATF 16949 automotive certified, flight probe, selective soldering services, environmental humidity control, PCB testing and inspections services.

Design and Software: PCB and PCBA design studios, PCB and PCBA testing laboratories, CAD stations and tools, design and system software simulation, file sharing services, thermal simulation, mechanical interference simulation, capture and conversion of electronic circuit diagrams.

Secteurs industriels et technologies

PCB and PCBA technologies are used across an exceptionally wide range of industrial sectors, which is why Focus on PCB attracts such diverse visitor profiles and creates valuable opportunities for cross-sector business relationships.

Core Electronics Sectors: Automation, automotive, aerospace, medical and electromedical, military, telecommunications, instrumentation, lighting, renewable energy and environmental, appliances, power and energy, IoT, robotics, electric mobility, inverters and UPS, industrial computers.

Application Markets: Medical devices, aerospace and defence, automotive electronics, rail transport, industrial automation, renewable energies, lighting systems, consumer electronics, domotics, air conditioners and refrigerators, vending machines, datacom, packaging, metering water gas energy meters, sensors for transport, air maritime railway, machine to machine communication, audio and video surveillance, off-highway vehicles.

Visitor Sectors: Manufacturers of private label products, laboratories and analysis, electronics repair, consultancy and design firms, university and schools, organizations and associations. This diversity ensures exhibitors meet potential customers from many different application fields.

Produits, machines et innovations

The product scope of Focus on PCB covers every step of the PCB lifecycle from design tools to finished assembly and testing.

PCB Product Types: Rigid PCBs, rigid-flex, semi-flex, HDI high density interconnect, heavy copper and extreme copper, Rogers high frequency, aluminium metal core, liquid cooled, military and aerospace qualified, RF microwave, Ate board, backpanel, double sided and multilayer.

Production Machinery: Drilling machines, routing machines, exposure and imaging equipment, etching lines, galvanic plating plants, automatic optical inspection AOI, X-ray inspection, solder paste inspection, cleaning lines, pressing equipment, laser direct imaging, screen printing.

Assembly Technologies: SMT assembly machines and equipment, pick and place, reflow ovens, wave soldering, selective soldering, dispensing technology, conformal coating, rework systems, EDS products, cleaning equipment, cleanroom products.

Materials: Base materials and laminates including FR4, high Tg, halogen free, polyimide, Rogers, ceramic, copper foils, prepregs, solder masks, solder pastes, fluxes, conformal coatings, resins, silicones, cleaning chemicals.

Services: PCB master 3D analysis, master PCB routing services, testing and inspections services, environmental humidity control, PCB cooling and refrigeration systems, warehouse and stock management, legal assistance, accounting for PCB industry, ergonomic accessories for CAD stations.

Démonstrations et présentations techniques

Demonstrations and technical presentations are a key differentiator of Focus on PCB compared to catalogue-based events. Visitors can see machines in operation and evaluate real performance.

Live Equipment Demonstrations: Exhibitors demonstrate live PCB manufacturing and assembly equipment, including drilling and routing precision, soldering quality, dispensing accuracy, and inspection capabilities. This allows buyers to compare technologies side by side in a single hall.

IPC Competitions: Focus on PCB is the only Italian stage of the official competitions of the Global Electronics Association, formerly IPC. It hosts the IPC Hand Soldering Competition, where the industry’s top specialists put their precision and quality to the test, and starting from the recent edition, the Cable and Wire Harness Competition dedicated to wire harness and cable assembly skills. These competitions enhance visitor experience, attract qualified professionals and technicians, and highlight talent that is key for the industry.

Technical Forums and Workshops: Exhibitor forums provide thirty-minute slots for companies to present innovations, while conference programme offers in-depth technical sessions on artificial intelligence in design, supply chain resilience, thermal simulation, signal integrity, and manufacturing policies. Workshops include live PCB design, reverse engineering, and test data analysis.

Types de billets et immatriculation

Focus on PCB is a B2B event reserved for industry professionals, ensuring a qualified audience and efficient business environment.

Visitor Ticket: Admission is free upon online registration through the official website. This policy encourages broad participation from engineers, designers, buyers, R&D professionals, production managers and purchasing managers. Free registration includes access to both Focus on PCB in Hall 7 and Focus on Components in Hall 1 with a single ticket, access to conference programme and exhibitor forums, access to IPC competitions and live demonstrations, and use of business matching services. Based on previous editions, the standard visitor ticket value is USD 0 with mandatory pre-registration.

Exhibitor Packages: Exhibitor participation is offered in several packages to suit different company sizes. According to brochure information and previous editions, standard shell scheme packages including wall panels, carpet, electrical connection and company name board start from approximately USD 3800 to USD 5500 for small booths. Space-only rates for larger custom stands start from approximately USD 350 per square meter. Premium corner locations and sponsorship packages including forum slots and logo visibility range from USD 6500 to USD 12000. Prebooking at blocked previous edition rates is offered for early confirmation. Exact pricing is available from organizer via info@focusonpcb.it.

Professional Services: Additional services include extra exhibitor badges, parking passes, catering vouchers and accommodation support through IEG hospitality network.

Accès des visiteurs commerciaux et professionnels

Access to Focus on PCB is strictly B2B and reserved for trade visitors to maintain high specialization.

Qualified Visitor Profile: Target visitors include president, general manager, CEO, designer, purchasing manager, electronics technician, production manager, research and development manager, sales manager, quality manager, marketing and communication manager, freelance professional, consultant, finance and controlling, student with professor, press and university staff. Companies come from consultancy and design firms, EMS providers, OEMs, automotive, aerospace, medical and industrial electronics.

Processus d'inscription : Visitors must register online via official website, providing company details and professional role. Upon registration, a QR code badge is issued for fast entry. On-site registration is possible but pre-registration is recommended to avoid queues and to receive updates on conference programme.

Mise en relation d'affaires : The organizer, through NürnbergMesse Italia network, facilitates meetings between international buyers and exhibitors, particularly for qualified international buyers supported by Italian Trade Agency. Dedicated meeting areas are available for private discussions.

Salles d’exposition et plan d’étage

Focus on PCB occupies Hall 7 of Vicenza Expo Centre, a modern hall with high load capacity and technical infrastructure suitable for heavy PCB production machinery. The hall layout is designed for compact, dynamic and efficient navigation.

Hall 7 Layout: The hall features a central aisle with exhibitor booths on both sides, clearly numbered and categorized by product type. Areas for PCB manufacturers are grouped together, as are areas for materials, equipment and services, making it easy for visitors to locate suppliers. The IPC competition area is centrally located to attract foot traffic and provide visibility.

Adjacent Hall for Focus on Components: Hall 1, dedicated to Focus on Components, is located adjacent to Hall 7 with direct internal connection. Visitors can move freely between the two halls with a single badge, creating synergies between PCB fabrication and component sourcing.

Support Facilities: The floor plan includes conference rooms inside the hall for exhibitor forums, a high-level conference area, networking lounges, business meeting zones, catering points and press office. Detailed floor plan with exhibitor list is published on official website and in event brochure.

Réunions d’affaires et réseautage

Business development is the primary goal of Focus on PCB. The format ensures ideal environment for developing new relationships and generating tangible opportunities.

Direct Supplier Contact: The compact and specialized format allows visitors to connect directly with suppliers and industry specialists across entire European PCB, PCBA and EMS supply chain from design to assembly in just two days, without dispersion typical of large generic fairs.

Réseautage international : With 155 exhibiting companies from 16 countries and professionals from 28 countries, the event provides excellent international networking. The presence of Italian Trade Agency buyers and representatives from several countries expands collaboration opportunities.

Événements secondaires : Networking is enhanced by side events including welcome aperitif, business lunch gatherings, guided tours of IPC competitions, and evening events organized in Vicenza city centre. The organizer also arranges B2B meetings between exhibitors and international delegations.

Règles de l’événement et informations visiteurs

To maintain professional B2B environment, specific rules apply to all participants.

B2B Only: Focus on PCB is reserved for industry professionals. Students may enter only when accompanied by professor or as part of organized university groups. Minors under 16 are not admitted. Business attire or smart casual is recommended.

Politique relative aux badges : Entry badge is personal and must be worn visibly at all times. It grants access to both Focus on PCB and Focus on Components. Lost badges can be reprinted at reception upon identification.

Photographie et vidéo : Photography of general exhibition is allowed, but close-up photography of machinery and products requires permission from exhibitor. Video recording of conference sessions requires authorization from organizer.

No Retail Sales: As B2B event, retail sales to private consumers are not permitted. Exhibitors may distribute samples and catalogues for professional evaluation.

Sécurité : All machinery demonstrations must comply with European safety regulations. Protective barriers and safety equipment are mandatory for equipment in operation. Venue security ensures compliance.

Comment y arriver

Vicenza is strategically located in the Veneto region, one of Italy’s most industrialized areas, between Verona and Padua, easily accessible from major cities.

En voiture: Vicenza Expo Centre is located near the A4 Milan-Venice motorway, exit Vicenza Ovest or Vicenza Est, and near A31 Valdastico motorway. From Milan distance is approximately 200 km, from Venice 70 km, from Verona 50 km. Ample signage directs to Fiera di Vicenza – Via dell’Oreficeria.

En train : Vicenza railway station is on the Milan-Venice high-speed line, served by Frecciarossa and Italo trains. From station, Expo Centre is about 3 km reachable by taxi or bus line.

Par avion : Closest airports are Venice Marco Polo about 70 km, Verona Valerio Catullo about 60 km, Treviso about 80 km, and Milan Bergamo and Milan Linate about 180 km. All airports have connections to Vicenza via train or shuttle.

Transports en commun et stationnement

Local mobility to Vicenza Expo Centre is well organized for trade visitors.

Transports publics : SVT Società Vicentina Trasporti operates bus lines connecting city centre and railway station to Fiera di Vicenza. Special shuttle services are often arranged during major fairs. Taxis are available from station with typical fare of USD 15 to USD 25.

Stationnement : Vicenza Expo Centre offers large parking areas with thousands of spaces for cars and buses, including disabled spaces and EV charging. Parking fee based on previous editions is approximately USD 10 to USD 15 per day for cars. Free parking for exhibitors may be included depending on package.

Accessibility from Motorway: Direct access from ring road minimizes city traffic. Signage for Fiera di Vicenza is clear from all motorway exits.

Zones d’hébergement

Vicenza offers wide range of accommodation for business visitors, from city centre hotels to countryside resorts.

Vicenza City Centre: Within 3 to 5 km from Expo Centre, numerous 3-star and 4-star hotels offer business facilities with prices ranging from USD 90 to USD 180 per night. City centre location allows combining business with cultural visits to Palladian villas, UNESCO heritage.

Near Expo Centre: Hotels near Fiera di Vicenza include business hotels and chain hotels within walking or short shuttle distance, with prices from USD 100 to USD 160 per night. Early booking is recommended due to concurrent events.

Verona and Padua: Located 50 km away, Verona and Padua offer larger hotel selection and international connections, ideal for visitors planning extended business trips in Veneto. Prices range from USD 110 to USD 200 per night.

IEG Hospitality: Italian Exhibition Group provides hospitality service with negotiated rates for exhibitors and visitors, including shuttle to venue.

Accessibilité

Vicenza Expo Centre is fully accessible for visitors with disabilities and complies with European accessibility standards.

Accessibilité physique : All halls are on ground floor with no steps, wide aisles suitable for wheelchairs, accessible entrances, elevators, accessible restrooms, and reserved parking spaces near entrances.

Services: Wheelchair rental can be arranged upon request, assistance staff at reception, guide dogs allowed, induction loops in conference rooms for hearing impaired.

Inclusive Environment: Conference programme includes simultaneous translation Italian-English to serve international audience. All signage is bilingual. Organizer provides assistance for international visitors through international representatives network.

Faits marquants de l’année précédente

The most recent edition of Focus on PCB confirmed steady growth and established the event as Europe’s premier trade fair for printed circuit boards.

Growth Metrics: The edition brought together 155 exhibiting companies from 16 countries, recording strong presence of companies operating in EMS and SMT sectors, with visitor attendance increase of 10% compared to previous edition and attracting professionals from 28 countries. Relocation from Hall 1 to larger Hall 7 of IEG exhibition centre in Vicenza reflected growth and allowed expanded demonstration areas.

Industry Feedback: Exhibitors praised high qualification of visitors, with decision makers from diverse sectors including automotive, aerospace, medical, industrial and renewable energy. Visitors highlighted ability to find entire supply chain in compact space, from design tools to final assembly, and quality of conference programme addressing supply chain resilience and artificial intelligence adoption.

Special Features: Highlights included IPC Hand Soldering Competition attracting top soldering specialists, live PCB design workshops, racing car prototype showcasing advanced PCB applications, and international buyer delegation organized with support of Italian Trade Agency. The event reinforced its role as only European B2B event dedicated to PCB world.

Billets officiels et inscription

All tickets and registrations are managed exclusively through official organizer channels to ensure qualified B2B audience.

Site web officiel : https://focusonpcb.it/en/home_en/
Visitor Registration: Free admission upon online registration via Visit section on official website. Badge valid for both Focus on PCB Hall 7 and Focus on Components Hall 1. Pre-registration recommended for fast track entry and updates.

Inscription des exposants : For exhibitor participation at blocked previous edition rates, contact info@focusonpcb.it or phone +39 02 36753260. Prebooking for 2027 edition is open with special rates. Organizer provides brochure with detailed pricing, floor plan and sponsorship opportunities.

Coordonnées: For general information, contact info@focusonpcb.it or +39 02 36753260. Organized by NürnbergMesse Italia, promoted by Assodel PCB Group, hosted by IEG Italian Exhibition Group.

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