Registration for Assembly 2026 is now open and this year we are heading to one of the world's most extraordinary cities: Istanbul, Turkey!

Join us from 8–11 June 2026 at the stunning Swissôtel

The event features:

• A two-day conference programme with industry-leading speakers
• Supplier displays
• Optional visits to galvanizing plants in Turkey
• Optional sightseeing tours for delegates and accompanying persons
• Welcome Reception & Dinner, Gala Dinner, and special social events

Conference Session and Topics

This year's programme covers the issues that matter most to our industry:

• The European galvanizing industry – facts and statistics
• Market growth – where next?
• Brand positioning for batch galvanizing versus other corrosion protection solutions
• CBAM and steel trade measures – implications for the galvanizing industry
• Environmental regulations for the galvanizing industry in the EU and Turkey
• The Decarbonisation Challenge
• Materials selection in solar PV applications
• Galvanizing plant design and construction
• Process technology and innovation
• Zinc update

Assembly 2026 is open to anyone whose company is a member of an EGGA national galvanizers association or is an EGGA Associate Member. This year we’re also welcoming galvanizing companies from the Middle East and North Africa! In conjunction with our local partner, GALDER, delegates from these regions can register for Assembly 2026.

We look forward to welcoming you to Istanbul!