Join the leaders shaping Europe\u2019s semiconductor future at FIRST by FMD, taking place 30 September \u2013 1 October 2026 in Berlin.
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FIRST is a high-level trend forum for those who turn technology into industrial leadership. Semiconductors are the foundation of economic resilience, technological sovereignty, security, and sustainable growth. With initiatives such as the EU Chips Act and Germany\u2019s Hightech Agenda, the strategic importance of European microelectronics is greater than ever.\n<\/p>\n
FIRST \u2013 Fast Innovation through Research in Semiconductor Technologies \u2013 brings together decision-makers from industry, policy and research. With a clearly curated program, FIRST provides strategic insights into emerging technologies, industrial roadmaps and future infrastructure developments.\n<\/p>\n
At FIRST, leaders from across the semiconductor value chain engage with representatives from key application sectors including AI, automotive, healthcare, industrial manufacturing, telecommunications and energy. For those driving innovation, product strategies or technology roadmaps, this is where Europe\u2019s semiconductor future becomes business reality.\n<\/p>\n
Program highlights at FIRST 2026
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\u2022\tGain early insights into emerging technology and market trends\n<\/p>\n
\u2022\tUnlock strategic partnerships across the full value chain\n<\/p>\n
\u2022\tStrengthen your innovation-to-market capabilities\n<\/p>\n
\u2022\tExpand your network with Europe\u2019s key semiconductor decision-makers\n<\/p>\n
A further strategic focus is the APECS pilot line, implemented by the Research Fab Microelectronics Germany (FMD). It provides an industry-oriented environment for advanced packaging and design as key enabling technologies for chiplet architectures and heterogeneous integration, strengthening innovation across the European value chain.\n<\/p>\n
Register now\n<\/p>\n
Secure your place at FIRST 2026 and help shape the future of European microelectronics.\n<\/p>\n