Join Europe’s leading research-driven FM networking event!
This time from Kufstein, shaped by its fortress, its lively old town and the spirit of Tirol!
The 31th EuroFM Conference brings together facility management practitioners, researchers, educators, students and related stakeholders from across Europe and beyond. For three days in the Austrian Alps, we will explore how research-informed FM creates real-world impact. From academic insight to applied innovation, the conference connects knowledge with practice and strategy with execution.
The 2027 edition is special. It marks 25 years of EuroFM research, celebrating a quarter century of collaboration, evidence-based thinking and international exchange. The EuroFM Conference, 18 – 20 February 2027 in Kufstein, Austria is organised by EuroFM in association with the University of Applied Sciences Kufstein (FH Kufstein Tirol).
Event Highlights
EuroFM Facility Management Conference and EuroFM Research Symposium are the most important activities of the EuroFM, which brings together practitioners, lecturers and researchers every year and helps sharing facility management knowledge.
The EuroFM Facility Management Conference / EuroFM Research Symposium is a comprehensive event featuring conference panels, a gala dinner, a student competition, research paper presentations, workshops, and various side meetings.
We anticipate the participation of over 150 delegates from Austria, Europe, and around the world, making it a truly global gathering of facility management professionals.
Are you ready for Kufstein?
EuroFM Facility Management Conferences have been held in the following countries and cities in the recent years:
2025 Trondheim, Norway
2024 London, UK
2023 Istanbul, Turkey
2019 Dublin, Ireland
2018 Sofia, Bulgaria
2017 Madrid, Spain
2016 Milan, Italy
2015 Glasgow, Scotland
2014 Berlin, Germany
2013 Prague, Czechia
2012 Copenhagen, Denmark
2011 Vienna, Austria
Kufstein, located in the Tyrol region of Austria, offers a unique setting where history meets nature. Surrounded by Alpine landscapes and dominated by the iconic fortress overlooking the town, Kufstein provides a distinctive and memorable backdrop for the EuroFM Conference. The compact city centre, excellent accessibility and strong academic presence make Kufstein an ideal location for international exchange and focused discussion.
Shaping the future of FM
The conference focuses on a variety of inspiring and relevant topics in the industry of Facility Management.
Social connection and sense of belonging, e.g., at the workplace
Social sustainability and circularity, e.g., revitalization and regeneration
Engagement and participatory approaches in FM
Diversity and inclusiveness, e.g. gender and neurodiversity at the workplace
Ethics and integrity, related to e.g. AI applications in FM
Urban FM and place making solutions
Pre conference: Welcome Reception | 17 February 2027
Let’s get things started the right way — with a Welcome Reception!
The evening before the conference begins, we’re hosting a relaxed and festive get-together to welcome all our attendees. Expect good vibes, light entertainment, and plenty of easy-going networking opportunities. It’s the perfect chance to meet fellow participants in an informal setting.
Join us for a warm welcome at the iconic ZEB building; where sustainability meets great company, good vibes, and probably the best finger food you’ll ever eat in a research lab! This welcome reception is sponcered by NTNU Department of Architecture and Planning.
Program day 1: Schedule | 18 February 2027
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Program day 2: Schedule | 19 February 2027
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Program day 3: Facility Tour | 20 February 2027
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Rates
Registration fee includes
- Access to the EuroFM Conference
- Access to the EuroFM Research Symposium
- Keynote sessions
- All Presentation & Round Table sessions
- Lunches & coffee breaks
- Unlimited networking opportunities
Interested in group rates? Contact us!
Registration Prices
- Members / Ambassadors: €350,- (Full event)
- Members / Ambassadors: €280,- (One Day)
- Non-Members: €700,- (Full event)
- Non-Members: €560,- (One Day)
- Students (unemployed): €100,- (Full event)
- Speakers / Paper Presenter: €280,- (Full event)
Side events
Want to enhance your conference experience? Add on a facility tour and/or Gala Dinner.
- Welcome Reception 17 February 2027: Free
- Charity & Networking Dinner 18 February 2027: €150,-
- Facility Tour: 20 February 2027: €20.-
Epic EuroFM deal
Full event ticket including EuroFM individual membership for one year:
€ 999,- (Mail us at natalie@eurofm.org for this offer)
- Full event ticket (Member price €700,-) for EuroFM Conference 2027 in Kufstein
- One year EuroFM Researcher membership for 2027
- Membership discount prices for World Workplace Europe
- Access to all EuroFM activities
Join the EuroFM Student
Challenge 2027
Are you ready to connect, create, and challenge yourself on an international stage? This is your opportunity to be part of the EuroFM Student Challenge 2027; a unique, cross-cultural experience where students from across Europe (and beyond) come together to explore how Facility Management can shape a more socially sustainable future.
More information about this year’s topic will be announced soon!
EuroFM is inviting up to 15 students to join this exciting challenge!
Are you one of the lucky ones? If so, EuroFM will support you with up to €300,- in travel and accommodation costs.
We’ll also ask your university to chip in to help cover the rest
And what’s in it for the winners?
The winning team will receive free tickets to World Workplace Europe 2027 plus a hotel room.
The perfect kick-off for your FM career!
What’s the Challenge?
You’ll work in international teams to:
- Investigate social sustainability in FM from your local perspective prior to joining the event in December.
- Share insights with your team and develop a low-fidelity concept or prototype together.
- Travel to Kufstein, Austria for the EuroFM Conference to test your idea with researchers and professionals.
- Then, bring it all together into a powerful infographic and final presentation at the event!
This challenge isn’t just about research. It’s about:
- Real-world networking – locally and across Europe.
- Creative problem solving – through testing and co-creation.
- Cross-cultural learning – working with students and experts from different backgrounds.
- Making your mark on the future of Facility Management.
Who Should Join?
Curious, ambitious students from Facility Management, Real Estate, Built Environment, Design Thinking, and related fields who want to go beyond the classroom, challenge themselves, and make international connections that last.
Ready to Shape the Future?
Spots are limited. Join the Student Challenge and be part of the conversation that’s changing FM from the inside out.
👉 Apply Now and Get Ready to Collaborate, Innovate, and Inspire in Kufstein!
Already interested? Get in contact with us! Mail to pleun@eurofm.org
Get on stage at EuroFM Facility Management Conference
EuroFM and FH Kufstein Tirol will host its 31th EuroFM Conference in Kufstein, Tirol. We look at presentations as a way to spark innovation, foster dialogue and drive collaboration as we meet some of our greatest challenges. As we have been doing every year, we are proud to connect local speakers and specialists with a rich presence of colleagues from around the world.
Attend as a speaker and submit your abstract
We will host 3 types of participations to better cater for each individual participant and/or content:
- Speaker: we will have presentations that is supposed to spark the discussion or give a global perspective on the topic at hand (expected duration: 20 to 30 minutes).
- Panel Discussion: each topic will be addressed by a host and 3 to 4 site speakers. Each of them will be given a slot for a 3-minute presentation, followed by a moderated round-table style debate (expected duration: 45 to 60 minutes).
- Workshop: tracks that can focus on a specific perspective or sub-theme of the day’s main topic (40 to 50-minute slots). Workshops can be hosted by one or two presenters.
We will prefer participants that are available for each entire session where they participate (i.e. the whole morning). Participants will have free access to the to the day of their participation.
Submissions should be done by emailing to Pat Gaughan pat@eurofm.org indicating the Day / Topic of interest as well as the type of participation desired: speaker or presenter of a panel discussion or workshop. The candidate should kindly include all the information he/she considers that is relevant for our evaluation.
Submission Deadline: September 30th 2026 12.00h
The event organizers will engage with the candidates to better understand their motivation and to have a preview of the presentation. The selection process will occur throughout the submission period and until November 1st 2026.
The selected participants will be requested to send their final presentations up to 4 days before their participation. Selected participants will also be requested to supply standard information to be part of the program (picture, name, role and name of the organization they represent, title and summary of their presentation, etc.).
Theme of the 2027 symposium: TBA Soon!
The EuroFM Research Network calls for papers to be presented at the 25th EuroFM Research Symposium 2027 in Kufstein, Austria. The Research Symposium will be held in connection with the European Facility Management Network Conference, in collaboration with FH Kufstein, Tirol.
Submit your paper for the symposium
The theme of the 2027 symposium is TBA. We warmly invite you to submit your research and contribute to the advancement of Facility Management knowledge. The EuroFM Network encourages both academic and professional researchers to submit their papers and to join the EuroFM Research Symposium.
Abstract Submission Deadline: Augustus 31th 2026 12.00h
Please submit your abstract via email to riikka@eurofm.org. You will receive further guidance and the full/short paper template upon abstract approval. For Author Guidelines, view this document.
We are looking forward to your submissions and interest in EuroFM Research Symposium 2027!
On behalf of the EuroFM Research Network,
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Riikka Kyrö | Co-Chair of the Scientific Committee, Board Member, Research, EuroFM
Asst. Prof. Dr. Vitalija Danivska | Co-Chair of the Scientific Committee, Board Member, Research, EuroFM
Sponsor & Partner packages
The EuroFM Conference presents a prime opportunity for sponsors. In collaboration with EuroFM, and FH Kufstein Tirol, the event focuses on advancing Facility Management in a European context. With a history of European conferences, this event anticipates over 250 delegates, offering diverse activities and awards. Join us in shaping the future of Facility Management on 18 & n19 February 2027 in Kufstein, Austria. For partnership opportunities email us via info@eurofm.org.
Interested? Show our Sponsor packages
| Partnership Type | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Start-up |
| Price (excl. VAT) | € 5.000,00 | € 3.500,00 | € 2.500,00 | € 1.000,00 |
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| Named as a sponsor in all marketing activities | √ | √ | √ | √ |
| Company logo on the marketing event website homepage and sponsors page, with 100-word company outline and website link. | √ | √ | ||
| Company logo with weblink to appear on the pdf post event summary report which will be sent to all attendees and made available on our webpage. | √ | √ | √ | √ |
| Company logo at the event website and an introduction video to be displayed at break time | √ | √ | √ | √ |
| Company name to appear with website link on all event marketing emails and in at least two twitter and Linkedin posts | √ | √ | √ | |
| Space to display up to two videos and two pieces of content | √ | √ | ||
| Attendee passes for staff to attend the event, and access post event recordings | 5 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Digital advertisement 600px x 400px digital advert to appear on the media partners homepage | √ | |||
| Opportunity to showcase thought leadership on a FM related topic with a speaker session on stage and a comment in our after movie | √ |
We also have opportunities to sponsor our side events like the Gala Dinner and Site Visit.
Please contact us to discuss possible solutions to showcase your organisation.
Facilities management plays a pivotal role in ensuring the best experiences of physical spaces from the smooth operation and maintenance to creating hospitable and inspiring workplaces and working environments. This wide field encompasses a diverse range of disciplines. From planning and maintenance, sustainability, security and safety, to service design and communication, teachers in various fields have dedicated themselves to imparting invaluable knowledge and skills to the next generation of facilities management professionals.
Therefore, EuroFM is happy to honour the best educators, researchers and best initiative in FM field with the Best FM Teacher Award, Best Research Paper Award and Best FM Initiative Award.
EuroFM Best Industry Initiative Award 2026-2027
EuroFM is thrilled to announce the Call for the Best Facilities Management Industry Initiative – an award designed to recognize outstanding contributions that are driving positive change in the FM sector. We’re looking for initiatives that drive progress within and outside of our industry but also contribute meaningfully to the social and environmental dimensions of sustainability.
Facilities Management plays a critical role in shaping healthier, more inclusive, and resilient environments where people live, work, and interact. As the industry evolves, it is essential to spotlight those initiatives that embrace innovation while addressing the real needs of people, organizations, and communities.
We invite EuroFM member and non-member organizations, institutions, and individuals to submit their most impactful initiatives—whether it’s a socially-conscious workplace design, an employee-centered service innovation, a collaborative community project, or a sustainability program with strong social outcomes. We want to hear from you!
We will select the Best EuroFM Industry Initiative based on the following criteria:
- Innovation:
We celebrate initiatives that challenge conventional approaches—introducing fresh ideas, tools, or processes that enhance the experiences of users, improve organizational effectiveness, or increase the social value of FM.
- Impact:
Your initiative should demonstrate measurable benefits—whether improving employee well-being, promoting diversity and inclusion, creating accessible environments, or strengthening connections with local communities.
- Sustainability:
We emphasize a holistic view of sustainability that includes social responsibility, long-term value creation, and ethical practices within the FM domain.
- Collaboration:
We value efforts that build bridges—bringing together diverse stakeholders, disciplines, or sectors to co-create solutions and drive shared progress.
Winning initiatives will be showcased at the EuroFM Conference and featured on our digital platforms, offering visibility across the international FM community. This is a unique opportunity to share your story, gain recognition, and inspire others to embrace a socially sustainable approach to facilities management.
Submissions should be professional in nature and contribute to the broader development of FM as a knowledge-driven field. Commercial or sales-driven presentations will not be accepted.
Nothing in the initiative shall disparage or denigrate any person or group on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or marital status; shall disparage or defame the name, goods, services or products of others; or shall create a hostile, offensive or intimidating environment.
EuroFM Board together with invited FM professionals will evaluate each initiative based on its merits and alignment with the criteria outlined above. The selected initiatives might have an interview with the selection committee.
Deadline for submissions:
The deadline for submitting applications is 1st December2026, 12.00 noon (CET time).
Award Ceremony:
EuroFM Conference 2027 in Kufstein, Austria, during the Gala Dinner on 18 February 2027.
You can submit your application by emailing Vitalija Danivska at vitalija@eurofm.org
EuroFM Best Teacher Award 2026-2027
EuroFM is delighted to open the Call for the Best FM Teacher Award—honouring exceptional educators who are transforming how we teach, learn, and think about Facilities Management in today’s rapidly evolving world.
Education is at the heart of a resilient and socially sustainable FM future. As FM becomes more interdisciplinary and value-driven, the role of educators in shaping ethical, inclusive, and forward-thinking professionals is more critical than ever. This award recognizes those who inspire not only through teaching excellence, but also by embedding social, environmental, and community-oriented values into their educational practice.
We welcome nominations and self-submissions from individuals in higher education, vocational training, and professional development who have significantly contributed to the advancement of FM education—within or beyond the classroom.
We are looking for educators who:
- Innovate
Develop and deliver fresh, interdisciplinary, or experiential learning approaches that reflect real-world FM challenges and opportunities. This might include new curricula, digital tools, partnerships with industry, or unique student engagement strategies.
- Make a tangible impact
Demonstrate clear outcomes—whether through student success, research integration into teaching, influence on professional practice, or contributions to educational policy and program development in FM.
- Champion sustainability
Embrace and promote a broad understanding of sustainability, ethics, equity, inclusion, and the well-being of people and communities affected by the built environment.
- Foster collaboration
Actively build bridges between academia, industry, and society—engaging with diverse stakeholders to co-create relevant, real-world educational experiences and shape the future FM workforce.
The selected educator will be recognized on the EuroFM Conference stage, featured across our digital platforms, and invited to share their educational journey and impact with our international community.
The Best Teacher will be selected by a jury composed of EuroFM Board members and invited external members. The award will be rewarded at EuroFM Conference 2027 in Kufstein, Austria, during the Gala Dinner on 18 February 2027. Please submit the application with the motivation to vitalija@eurofm.org.
Deadline or submissions
The deadline for submitting applications is 1st December2026, 12.00 noon (CET time).
Jury:
The Jury is composed of EuroFM Board members and selected EuroFM Ambassadors related to education.
Award Ceremony:
EuroFM Conference 2027 in Kufstein, Austria, during the Gala Dinner on 18 February 2027.
You can submit your application by emailing Vitalija Danivska: vitalija@eurofm.org
EuroFM Best Research Paper Award 2026-2027
The EuroFM Best Research Paper Award recognizes outstanding scholarly contributions that advance the FM field. All research papers that are submitted for EuroFM Research Symposium are eligible for the selection of the best paper.
The selection process begins with paper reviewers nominating exceptional papers. From these nominations, the Research Chairs shortlist three finalists. These top three papers are then evaluated by external reviewers, who assess their originality, rigor, and impact. The final selection is made based on this thorough review, and the award is presented to the paper that demonstrates excellence and makes a significant contribution to facilities management research. This is an outstanding possibility especially for young researchers in the field to demonstrate their exceptional skills and research interests. All submitted research papers are also published in the digital conference proceedings as open source.
Award Ceremony:
EuroFM Conference 2027 in Kufstein, Austria, during the Gala Dinner on 18 February 2027.
You can submit your application by emailing Vitalija Danivska at vitalija@eurofm.org
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