EUROPEAN CONVENTION FOR ENGINEERING DEANS 2026

SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS

The European Convention for Engineering Deans (ECED) provides a platform for leadership  dialog in engineering education across Europe. The event brings together deans, vice-deans and senior institutional decision-makers to discuss common strategic challenges, exchange experiences, identify solutions and strengthen collaboration across national borders.

The 2026 edition will be hosted by the Silesian University of Technology in Gliwice, in cooperation with the European Society for Engineering Education (SEFI). The topics develop continuously from one year to another and this year, the focus fill be Engineering the Circular Transition: Digital, Sustainable & Human-Centric Futures. Over two days, participants will engage in high-level plenaries, thematic sessions and interactive discussions addressing the future of engineering education, talent development and university–industry partnerships.

For companies, ECED provides a unique platform to:

• Position your organisation as a key partner in shaping engineering education and skills development in Europe
• Connect directly with institutional leaders and decision-makers from universities across multiple countries during interactive sessions
• Present your technologies, solutions and expertise to a highly targeted audience
• Strengthen long-term collaborations with academic institutions and European networks

ECED Sponsorship – Option 1

Standard fee: € 3 000
SEFI corporate partners: € 2 500

This package includes:

• Company logo featured on the ECED website and in the official programme
• Full access to all plenary sessions and group discussions
• One complimentary registration, including participation in the Convention Dinner
• Participation of one company representative in the Industrial Panel during the Welcome Reception
• Exhibition table for displaying information and marketing materials throughout the event

ECED Sponsorship – Option 2

Standard fee: € 2 100
SEFI corporate partners: € 1 750

This package includes:

• Full access to all plenary sessions and group discussions
• One complimentary registration (Convention Dinner not included)
• Exhibition table for displaying information and marketing materials throughout the event

If you are interested in supporting the ECED 2026 or wishes to explore tailored partnership opportunities, please contact:

Klara Ferdova
Secretary General
SEFI – European Society for Engineering Education
✉️ klara.ferdova@sefi.be

We would be delighted to explore how ECED 2026 can support your organisation’s strategic goals in engineering education, innovation and skills development!