About this expo
Positioned as a leading global biotechnology conference for life sciences professionals, SWISS BIOTECH DAY emphasizes international collaboration, innovation, partnerships, and global impact. The event convenes life sciences leaders worldwide to facilitate these crucial interactions. The upcoming edition will be held from April 26–27, 2027, with a welcome reception on April 25, 2027, at the Congress Center Basel, Switzerland.
The conference attracts a broad spectrum of professionals from the global life sciences community, including biotech leaders, investors, pharma representatives, researchers, CROs/CDMOs, and policymakers. Exhibitors gain significant visibility, connecting with C-level biotech therapeutics players to forge effective partnerships and promote their brands, products, and services. Core exhibit sectors include R&D, manufacturing, data management, AI, innovative financing, assays/analytics, CRO/CDMO, and various development stages like clinical trials and drug discovery. The event also features dedicated Industrial Biotechnology Sessions.
Highlights
5 items- Held annually at the Congress Center Basel, Switzerland
- Attracted over 3,500 participants from 58 countries in 2026
- Featured 130 exhibitors in 2026
- AUMA listed
- Concurrent events include Global Village, Swiss Biotech Success Stories Awards, and Swiss Biotech Report (2026, 2027)
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does it take place?+
The SWISS BIOTECH DAY 2027 will be held from April 26–27, 2027, at the Congress Center Basel, located at Messeplatz 21, 4058 Basel, Switzerland. A welcome reception is scheduled for April 25, 2027.
Who organizes it?+
The event is organized by the Swiss Biotech Association. bamconn GmbH serves as the logistics and marketing partner.
What industries and products are covered?+
The event explores advances in R&D, manufacturing, data management, AI, and innovative financing. Specific program categories include assays/analytics, CRO/CDMO, development (clinical trials, drug discovery, pre-clinical), and diagnostics. Industrial Biotechnology Sessions focus on agrochemistry, soil valorization, and fermenters.
How can I attend or exhibit?+
Professionals from the global life sciences community can attend. Exhibitors can increase visibility, reach C-level biotech therapeutics players, and promote brands, products, and services. Benefits may include a company profile on the conference website, logo features, and participation in one-to-one partnering sessions.
What are the practical participation details?+
For the 2026 edition, a regular conference pass cost CHF 750 plus 8.1% VAT, while a reduced rate of CHF 500 plus 8.1% VAT was available for supporting partners. Swiss Biotech Association members received free access for one representative, with additional representatives at CHF 250 plus 8.1% VAT. The pass included access to presentations, exhibition areas, partnering sessions, documentation, and catering. Registration inquiries can be directed to register@swissbiotechday.ch.