News and events from the IIW and its members
IIW events such as the Annual Assembly and International Conference, International Congresses, Welding Research and Collaboration Colloquia as well as IIW supported events, held in locations around the world, provide unique opportunities for learning and teaching. Presentations by IIW experts and forums for the presentation of research outputs and discussion of relevant hot topics promote active technology diffusion and innovation.
5 March 2026
WELDIFY Project: Deep-tech driven, inclusive, and socially-aware circular material joining & welding for a safe future – NEWSLETTER is coming!
WELDIFY Project: Deep-tech driven, inclusive, and socially-aware circular material joining & welding for a safe future - NEWSLETTER!.
4 March 2026
Weldify Project – Deep‑tech driven inclusive and socially‑aware circular material joining & welding for a safe future
Weldify Project - Deep‑tech driven inclusive and socially‑aware circular material joining & welding for a safe future
3 September 2025
YPIC 2026 – Young Professionals International Conference Online
17/09/2024 - The 78th IIW Annual Assembly, is realizing in Genoa, with 53 Countries all over the World. It is an opportunity to thank all Visitors, Chairs,…
29 July 2025
78th IIW ANNUAL ASSEMBLY AND INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON WELDING AND JOINING – GENOA – PRESS RELEASE
We are delighted to share that the 78th IIW Annual Assembly and International Conference on Welding and Joining, held in Genoa, was a tremendous success,…
9 December 2024
5th International Conference on Cracking Phenomena in Welding and Additive Manufacturing 2025,March 12-14, 2025
5th International Conference on Cracking Phenomena in Welding and Additive Manufacturing 2025,March 12-14, 2025
21 October 2024
YPIC 2025 – Young Professionals International Conference Online
17/09/2024 - The 78th IIW Annual Assembly, is realizing in Genoa, with 53 Countries all over the World. It is an opportunity to thank all Visitors, Chairs,…
17 September 2024
78th IIW Annual Assembly and International Conference in Welding and Joining 2025 – Call for Technical Contributions
17/09/2024 - The 78th IIW Annual Assembly, is realizing in Genoa, with 53 Countries all over the World. It is an opportunity to thank all Visitors, Chairs,…
18 October 2023
IIW signed a MOU with UNAM for the development of a Member society in Namibia
The International Institute of Welding (IIW) signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the University of Namibia (UNAM) for the development of a welding…
11 July 2023
IIW History website is online
As a modern continuation of the IIW History book 1990-2015, this website will be continuously updated, following the development of the International Institute…
11 July 2023
Focus on IIW Ugo Guerrera Prize
Sponsored by the Italian Institute of Welding this IIW Award recognises an individual or team responsible for fabrication of an outstanding recently completed…
11 July 2023
The IIW moves to Italy with a new CEO and IIW General Secretariat Staff
Starting on 01 January 2020 a new team is managing the IIW General SecretariatThis is effected after a decision taken by the IIW General Assembly during the…





