Discover the Future of Cryogenics

Unveil cutting-edge cryogenic science & innovations at our immersive workshop experience.

Date:

Location:

27-30 October 2025

University of Twente, Enschede

The Netherlands

Welcome to an exciting gathering of cryogenics experts, researchers, and industry leaders at the European Cryogenics Days (ECD) 2025 and the Cryogenics Workshop (CHMT) 2025. These two back-to-back events will bring together professionals from academia and industry to discuss the latest breakthroughs, challenges, and opportunities in cryogenics.


Set in the green campus of the University of Twente, the venue offers a unique combination of cutting-edge research facilities and a tranquil, inspiring environment. The campus provides modern conference spaces, networking areas, and a vibrant academic atmosphere that fosters collaboration and idea exchange.


The ECD/CHMT 2025 will serve exclusively vegetarian menus for all lunches and dinners.


Chairman:

Prof. Srini Vanapalli

(University of Twente, The Netherlands & Board Chairman CSE)

About the Events

European Cryogenics Days (ECD) – October 28, 2025

Organized by the Cryogenics Society of Europe, ECD is an annual gathering for professionals in the field of cryogenics. This year's event will feature plenary talks from distinguished researchers and industry leaders, providing insights into the latest advancements in superconducting applications, quantum cryogenics, liquid hydrogen technologies, and hi-tech systems.


Cryogenics Workshop (CHMT) – October 29-30, 2025

The second edition of the CHMT workshop aims to bring together scientists, engineers, and industry experts to discuss fundamental and applied aspects of cryogenics. We invite abstract submissions on topics including but not limited to:
✔️ Liquid hydrogen technologies and sustainable transport
✔️ Cryogenics in Big Science programs
✔️ Cryogenics for Quantum technologies
✔️ Hi-Tech Systems

We are proud to announce an exciting lineup of keynote lectures at the upcoming European Cryogenics Days and workshop. Leaders from the fields of Big Science, Liquid Hydrogen, Sustainable Aviation, High-Tech Systems, and Quantum Technology will present cutting-edge developments, industrial perspectives, and thought-provoking historical insights.


Historical Perspectives by:

Twente and Gravitational Waves: How a circle of research life closes - Prof. H.J.M. Ter Brake (Emeritus UT)

Reflections On Dilution Refrigerators - Prof. A.T.A.M. De Waele (Emeritus TU/e)


Big Science:

Cryogenics at the ESS - On the way to steady state operations - P. Arnold (ESS)

Cryogenic Challenges in Infrared Astronomy: The METIS Experience - M. Maresca (NOVA)

Cryogenic supply for FAIR- an update - H. Kollmus (GSI)

Cryogenics for the fusion devices: An overview of heating, fueling, exhaust and fuel separation systems - C. P. Dhard

(Max Planck Institute IPP)

Status of the cryogenic infrastructure upgrade for the High Luminosity LHC at CERN - F. Merli (CERN)


Quantum technologies:

Cryogenic cooling plant for the world’s first utility-scale quantum computer - L. Decker (Linde)

Cryogenic infrastructures challenges for quantum computing - S. Crispel (Air Liquide)

Cryogenic Electronics for Quantum-Classical Applications -E. Charbon (EPFL)

Quocca: A scalable quantum control and readout platform - Bühler (FZ Jülich)


Liquid Hydrogen Technologies:

The World’s First Integrated Liquid Hydrogen Supply Chain: Innovation at Amsterdam Port - E. Rothas (Ecolog) Sustainable aviation at Airbus - V. Baumbach (Airbus)


Hi-Tech systems:

MRI at 10mT using SQUID detection in an open environment - D. Labat (Chipiron)

Cryocooler Developments for the Einstein Telescope Path Finder - R. Kunst (Demcon Kryoz)

High-Capacity GM Cryocoolers and Circulating Cooling Systems - S. K. Gandla (Sumitomo)

Agenda & Schedule

27 October

Technical short courses

28 October

European Cryogenics Days

Cryo Expo

29 October

Cryogenics  workshop

Cryo Expo

30 October

Cryogenics workshop

Cryo Expo