Thank you for joining us!
The VIII International Conference on Welding and Related Technologies took place on 5-9 October 2026 in Uzhhorod, Ukraine. We are grateful to all speakers, participants and partners who made WRT 2026 a success.
See you in 2028!
Already registered? Upload your full manuscript for review and publication in the WRT2026 conference proceedings.
Use the paper upload portal (link below) to submit your full paper. The manuscript template and the Publication License Agreement are both available for download there. Papers must not exceed 8 pages, and every submission must be accompanied by a signed Publication License Agreement — papers submitted without it cannot be published in the proceedings.
Welding and Related Technologies, October 5–9, 2026
The VIII International Conference on Welding and Related Technologies (WRT 2026) brings together researchers, engineers, and industry leaders from around the world to share the latest advances in welding science and engineering. The conference will be held on October 5–9, 2026, at the Derenivska Kupil Resort in the Zakarpattia region of Ukraine, combining a modern conference venue with spa and wellness amenities.
WRT 2026 covers a broad spectrum of research areas — from welding technologies, filler materials, and equipment to the strength of welded structures, advanced structural and functional materials, surface engineering and additive manufacturing, mathematical modeling of welding processes, special electrometallurgy, non-destructive testing, the medicine and ecology of welding production, and the application of artificial intelligence in manufacturing.
Guided by an international scientific editorial board of experts from Ukraine, Germany, Italy, France, and Poland, the conference offers presentations across all sessions, publication in Scopus-indexed proceedings, and rich networking opportunities for participants at every career stage.
The Institutions Driving WRT 2026
Conference topics
Visionary perspectives from industry pioneers
Director, E.O.Paton Electric Welding Institute
Ukraine
Research and development activities of the E.O. Paton Electric Welding Institute in the field of welding and related technologies
Director, Canadian Center for Welding and Joining
Canada
Handheld Laser Beam Welding and its Fast Adoption in Industry
School of Mechanical, Materials, Mechatronic and Biomedical Engineering; Chair, Weld Australia
Australia
From Outback to Ocean - Confronting pipeline welding challenges in Australia
Research and Development Engineer, Institute of Technological Research for Materials, Metallurgy, and Processes
France
Deep Learning for EBSD-Based Phase Segmentation in Low-Carbon Steels
Head of Christian Doppler Laboratory for ReactiveFlows in Green Steel Production and Refinement, Technical University of Leoben
Austria
Multiphysics Modeling of Electroslag Remelting (ESR): From Fundamental Phenomena to Process Understanding
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Deputy Head, Institute of Materials Science, Joining and Forming
Austria
Friction-based spot welding and joining of thermoplastics and hybrid structures
Director of Shanghai Key Laboratory of Digital Manufacturing for Thin-Walled Structures
China
Spot Joining Processes in Lightweight Thin-walled Structures Manufacturing
5–9 October 2026 · All times are Eastern European Time (EET)
Unfortunately, due to time constraints, not every submitted paper could be included in the oral programme. Priority was given to papers that require approbation of research results. All conference abstracts will be published online, and we will share the links with you very soon.
Exploring the moments that advanced research and collaboration
International experts contributing to the scientific programme of WRT 2026.
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Dedicated to excellence in organization and delivery
Head of Organizing Committee
Key deadlines for authors and participants
Special Accommodation Fee for Conference Participants!
Nestled in the picturesque village of Nyzhne Solotvyno in Zakarpattia, Derenivska Kupil offers a serene and inspiring setting for your event. With modern conference halls set amid luxuriant parkland and thermal-water wellness facilities, it strikes a perfect balance between productivity and relaxation.
The resort’s tranquil surroundings, framed by Carpathian forest and magnolia gardens, provide a refreshing backdrop for networking and creative thinking. Attendees will appreciate not only the professional event infrastructure but also the opportunity to unwind with spa treatments, nature walks, and local cuisine in the evening.
After completing the registration form, you will receive a voucher by email that allows you to book your stay at the hotel at the special sale price.
