IBA Annual Conference Copenhagen 2026, 4-9 October 2026

Memo

The 2026 IBA Annual Conference will take place in Copenhagen, Denmark. As a gateway to Scandinavia and a thriving hub for startups in Europe, the entrepreneurial culture in Denmark is booming with clusters within IT, life sciences, and cleantech and clean energy. With this emphasis on innovation, the city has a robust and stable economy making it an attractive place for investment. As a leader in sustainability and green initiatives, Copenhagen consistently ranks top on various sustainability indexes, such as the Global Green Economy Index. Copenhagen is also home to a number of prominent global companies in a diverse range of industries including Carlsberg Group, A.P. Moller-Maersk, Novo Nordisk, Danish Crown, Vestas Wind Systems and, of course, Lego. There are many historical sites to explore including the Little Mermaid, Rosenborg Castle, Christiansborg Palace and Nyhavn waterfront, as well as the famous Tivoli Gardens theme park, Designmuseum Danmark and the Nationalmuseet. Or take a boat tour of the city’s beautiful waterways. Experience Copenhagen’s world-class dining and cosy café culture. The culinary scene is world-class. A core Danish concept is hygge, which means creating a warm atmosphere and enjoying life’s simple pleasures with good people. This ethos enriches the city’s vibrant culture and welcoming ambiance. As a centre of sustainability, innovation, and rich culture, Copenhagen promises to be an ideal host city, offering a memorable location of the 2026 IBA Annual Conference. Date and Time: Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:00 - Fri, 09 Oct 2026 21:30 Venue details: Bella Center Copenhagen, 5 Center Boulevard, København, 2300, Denmark