Upcoming Trade Shows Besançon, France for Micro & Nano Technologies

Besançon has long been recognized as a hub for microtechnology and precision engineering. This legacy is deeply intertwined with the city's rich industrial history, particularly in watchmaking. Besançon has been instrumental in forwarding France’s agenda for the micro and nano technology industry, and Micronora keeps innovation within the high-precision sectors on the fast track. The world-leading trade fair for microtechnology made a more than triumphant return in 2022 after a four-year hiatus, and demonstrated its staying power as it welcomed a large and diverse crowd (foreign visitors stood at 15.5% and overall attendance stood at 11,000 visitors). Despite the ongoing global economic challenges and persistent supply chain disruptions, Micronora 2022 proved to be a resounding success. So what makes Micronora an asset for Besançon’s micro and nano technology industry? The Micro Nano Event. The 13th Micro Nano Event, a key component of Micronora, proved the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and technology hybridization. By bringing together participants from diverse backgrounds and fostering networking opportunities, the event facilitated 240 meetings, a third of which were international. The innovation pitch session provided a platform for five companies (Diamfab, Clhynn, Vibiscus, Son, HMR Expert) and one laboratory, organized by SATT Sayens, to showcase their groundbreaking ideas. It’s where research and potential are able to find their expression and begin their journey towards realisation and application. Another important part of programming in 2022 was La Fabrique 4.0, which recognises the role of workforce development and bridges the gap between education and industry. Micronora partnered with UIMM to bring ""La Fabrique 4.0,"" a mobile training unit for integrated and innovative technologies, to the fair. This initiative aimed to engage both industry professionals and students, showcasing the exciting technological advancements shaping the future of manufacturing, including artificial intelligence, additive manufacturing, cobotics, and other emerging technologies.