EFATS2026

Name: EFATS2026
Start: 2026-10-28T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-10-29T00:00:00+00:00
Location: University of Edinburgh

Sixth International Workshop on the application of cryogenic, superconducting, electric powertrains, and associated technologies to air transport.

Edinburgh, United Kingdom, University of Edinburgh October 28, 2026 – October 29, 2026

The full programme will be announced in Summer 2026. The workshop will follow the established EFATS format:

Day 1 (28 October): Keynote presentations, technical sessions, poster session, and networking reception.

Day 2 (29 October): Technical sessions, panel discussion, industry tour, and workshop dinner.

We invite abstract submissions on all aspects of superconducting and cryogenic technology for aviation. See the Submit Abstract section for details.

University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

The workshop will be held in the historic Old College building at the University of Edinburgh, located in the heart of the city centre.

Getting There

By air: Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is approximately 30 minutes from the city centre by tram or taxi
By rail: Edinburgh Waverley station is a 10-minute walk from the venue
By car: Limited parking is available; public transport is recommended

Accommodation

A list of recommended hotels near the venue will be published in due course. Edinburgh offers a wide range of accommodation options within walking distance of the university.

Registration for EFATS2026 is now open. Early bird rates are available until 30 June 2026.

All registration fees include:

Access to all workshop sessions
Workshop materials and proceedings
Lunches and refreshments
Welcome reception (Day 1)
Workshop dinner (Day 2)

For group bookings (3 or more delegates from the same organisation), please contact alastair.stewart@macresco.co.uk for discounted rates.

Early bird pricing available until June 30, 2026

Standard Delegate

Full access to all workshop sessions, materials, and networking events.

£375.00

£450.00

Academic/Government

Discounted rate for academic institutions and government employees.

£295.00

£350.00

Student

Valid student ID required. Full access to all sessions.

£150.00

£175.00

Speaker

Rate for confirmed speakers and presenters.

£275.00

EFATS2026 is grateful for the support of its sponsors and exhibitors. Sponsorship and exhibition packages are available — please contact alastair.stewart@macresco.co.uk for details.

Sponsorship Tiers

Platinum Sponsor — Lead branding, exhibition space, 2 complimentary registrations, keynote slot
Gold Sponsor — Prominent branding, exhibition space, 1 complimentary registration
Silver Sponsor — Branding on materials and website
Exhibitor — Exhibition space and branding

We invite abstract submissions on all aspects of superconducting and cryogenic technology for emissions-free air transport. Topics of interest include but are not limited to: