This year’s IFD Congress and IFD AWARD will be held in Bratislava. Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, is picturesquely situated on the banks of the Danube and borders directly on Austria and Hungary. With a rich history dating back to Roman times, the city was once the coronation site of Hungarian kings. Today, Bratislava combines historical charm with modern dynamism. The imposing Bratislava Castle and the old town with its narrow streets and baroque buildings attract tourists. As the economic and cultural center of Slovakia, the city offers numerous museums, theaters and festivals. Thanks to its location and diversity, Bratislava is a fascinating destination in Central Europe.
Programm
Wednesday, 22 October 2025
Individual arrival of delegates and guests in Bratislava
Check-in at the Sheraton Bratislava Hotel
19:00-21:00 – Reception at the Sheraton Bratislava Hotel
Thursday, 23 October 2025
Conference at the Sheraton Bratislava Hotel
09:00-17:30
08:30 am – Registration
09:00 am – Welcome by Walter Bisig and Eduard Jamrich
09:30 am – Representative City of Bratislava
10:00 am – Current information from the IFD
11:00 am – Coffee break
11:15 am – Education and training – the future of the skilled trades | Ulrich Marx and Rolf Fuhrmann
12:00 – Lunch
13:30 – Keynote speeches:
- Facade of the future, Wolfgang Häußler
- Green roofs, Werner Venter
- The challenge of climate change for pitched roofs, Ernst Gregorites
- Sustainable solutions for existing flat roofs, Marc Niewöhner
15:30 – Coffee break
15:45 – Panel discussion
17:00 – Closing remarks day 1, Walter Bisig
17:30 – End of the first day
19:00 – Traditional evening at the Hradná Restaurant
https://hradna.com
Friday, 24 October 2025
Conference at the Sheraton Bratislava Hotel
09:00-17:30
09:00 – Welcome and short introduction 09:30 – Reports from the commissions
11:00 – Coffee break
11:15 – Open exchange
12:00 – Closing remarks
12:30 – Lunch (standing buffet) 13:30 – General Assembly (Part 1) 15:30 – Coffee break
15:45 – General Assembly (Part 2)
17:30 – End of the second day
19:00 – Gala evening in the Reduta – Bratislava Concert Hall https://visitbratislava.com
Saturday, 25 October 2025
Breakfast at the hotel
Individual departure
Please note that the programme may change before the event.