The International Metrology Congress (CIM) could be held in a hybrid version, from September 7 to 9, 2021 in Lyon, in exceptional association with Measurement World and Global Industrie.
A tripartite association in France's leading industrial region
Measurement World, Global Industrie and CIM2021 were held simultaneously and formed a winning trio celebrating the return of convivial moments. Spearheading the national economic recovery, the three events meet the expectations of the French industrial recovery plan. They were held in the heart of Eurexpo in Lyon, a strategic location that allowed the physical participation of several neighboring countries. New location and new openings: CIM and Measurement World were able to benefit from the Global Industrie environment, ensure greater media coverage and enrich the range of brands present.
An expected event adapted to the current situation
The conference had some 542 participants (including speakers, auditors and exhibitors in the Metrology Village) and 49 booths in the Metrology Village. "Despite the current context, the CIM remains the must-attend event of the industry. We are proud to announce that 35 countries participated in the congress; 36 % of the delegates were from abroad. The congress was animated by 180 conferences and six round tables on R&D measurement and metrology. Twelve hours of the program were broadcast live, indicate the organizers. As the first face-to-face event in our sector, this 20th congress allowed all participants to celebrate the reunion after Covid. But also to renew contacts, to exchange, to share "real" moments, to have together a clear and positive vision of the future. The enthusiasm and conviviality were indeed palpable!"
An innovative conference that is accelerating its transformation
The CIM has taken up the bold challenge of going digital with a hybrid physical and digital organization. The implementation of a web platform allowed the live broadcast of the six round tables, the plenary session and the NanoWires Project. The pre-recorded oral conferences as well as the posters with video pitch could be viewed. Remote exchanges were possible for three months after the congress.
Another new feature was that the conference activities were structured around three main areas: industry 4.0, healthcare and green deal. This allowed for a better understanding of the implications of each session and to discover the latest advances. Also concerned with ecological issues and its social responsibilities, CIM has considerably reduced its environmental impact by going paperless.
The testimonies of the participants illustrate the revival and success of the IMC:
"A first CIM in hybrid that was a real challenge, with a lot of uncertainties, and successful. The technicians on site were top notch. The people present were really eager to exchange, and that was very important."
"The conference was very well organized and gave me a unique opportunity to learn about new research and technology in the field of metrology."
"This was my first trip since March 2020, thank you so much for physically organizing this event."
"A good atmosphere and high-flying conferences: quality of retransmission and technical equipment rarely seen elsewhere."
For more information:
www.cim2021.com