International Colloquium on Refractories Scientific Conference and Trade Fair ICR 2025

The International Colloquium on Refractories ICR® is a world-renowned event held annually in the city of Aachen. The event consists of a scientific conference, a trade fair for refractory companies and suppliers of raw materials, machinery, services and knowledge to the refractory industry, and of a social event.

Scientific Conference

Scientific presentations and posters covering all aspects of the latest refractory research (raw materials, processing, refractory materials, applications and recycling).

Trade fair

Trade fair for refractory companies and for suppliers of raw materials, machinery, services and knowledge to the refractory industry.

Social event

Evening drinks reception with buffet and live music at the event venue