European Convention of Engineering Deans | Engineering the Circular Transition: Digital, Sustainable & Human-Centric Futures

The Silesian University of Technology is pleased to host the SEFI European Convention of Engineering Deans (ECED) in Gliwice, Poland, between 25-27 May 2026.

This year’s theme — Engineering the Circular Transition — reflects the growing need for engineering education to support Europe’s shift toward sustainability, digital transformation and human-centric leadership.

ECED 2026 will continue the well-established single-track format, offering space for deans, academic leaders and industry partners to exchange strategic perspectives, practical insights and institutional experiences.

First Programme Highlights

• Opening Forum: Engineering Europe’s Future – Circular, Digital & Human
• Plenary Panels on circular collaboration, leadership and alliances
• Interactive Workshop: All Hands on Circular Transition
• Student & Young Leaders Forum
• Collective Insight Session and ECED 2026 Summary Reflection
• Industrial Night in the historic Guido Coal Mine (Zabrze)

A detailed day-by-day programme will be released soon.

Key Information

• Dates: 25–27 May 2026
• Venue: Silesian University of Technology, Gliwice, Poland
• Format: Single-track conference
• Audience: Deans, programme directors, educational leaders, industry partners
• Registration: Opening soon
• Conference fee: To be announced soon

Contact

For questions or early inquiries, please contact the Local Organising Committee:
📧 eced2026@polsl.pl