For the Machining Innovators

THIRD WAVE'S European Users Conference 2026

FEB 25-26, 2026 | Strasbourg, France

Registration is required.  Fee is waived for all current Third Wave Systems customers. 

See the Business Impact of Material-Intelligent Modeling Technology Directly From Customers

The Third Wave European Users Conference brings together engineering teams from across Europe for customer-led case studies, technical discussions, and peer exchange focused on machining simulation, production workflows, and virtual machining for new product introduction (NPI) and continuous improvement.

The 2026 User Conference is your chance to:

See More, Know More

Discover how industry frontrunners utilize machining simulation tools to reduce time-to-market.

Stay ahead of the curve

Experience firsthand the cutting-edge techniques turbocharging the New Process Introduction directly from leading experts.

Build Valuable Connections

Join a dynamic network of visionaries and esteemed scholars and delve into groundbreaking discussions.

Detailed agenda and speakers coming soon

Conference at a Glance

Two days of customer-led case studies, technical sessions, and peer exchange. Below is a high-level view of the program. A detailed agenda and speaker lineup will be shared soon.

Tuesday, February 24 — Welcome Reception

Optional · Open to all registered attendees

Casual setting to connect ahead of the conference

Who should attend: Recommended for registered attendees and speakers arriving the evening before the conference.

Tuesday, February 24

Welcome Reception  19:00 – 21:00
Regent Petite France Hotel

Wednesday, February 25 (Full Day)

Conference Day 1 

  • Registration and welcome

  • Customer-led case studies

  • Technical sessions and workflow discussions

  • Peer-to-peer exchange focused on real machining challenges and results

  • Product-specific breakout sessions

  • What’s New & What’s Coming – Third Wave

  • Networking Dinner & Outing

Thursday, February 26 (Half Day)

Conference Day 2

  • Customer presentations focused on evaluation-relevant outcomes
  • Panel discussion on digital machining, NPI, and continuous improvement

  • Networking Lunch & Conference Conclusion

New to Third Wave Systems? 

Teams evaluating AdvantEdge or Production Module are welcome to attend the full conference, with Day 2 recommended for solution evaluation, technical alignment, and peer insight.
[View the Solution Evaluation Track →]

What past Attendees Say About the event

"The atmosphere was the best I’ve ever seen at any conference. One of the best users conferences I’ve ever been to."
"If you're not leveraging these tools, you're lagging behind. TWS tools are the key competitive advantage to stay ahead."
"Attending this event accelerated my learning curve in the product application — so I could become productive faster."

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Registration Fee: $500
While this event is complimentary to current customers, registration is required. Capacity is limited. 

BOOK YOUR STAY WITH OUR OFFICIAL HOTEL PARTNER

Third Wave Kindly Requests All Guests Stay at Our Official Event Host: the Regent Petite France.