Dates

    2–5 Nov 2026

    City / country

    Geneva, Switzerland

    Venue

    Hilton Geneva Hotel and Conference Centre

    Time

    9:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily

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    Event overview

    Overview

    The International Timing & Sync Forum (ITSF) is the world’s largest specialist time and synchronisation conference showcasing the latest solutions and challenges in various sectors including Telecoms, Finance, and Defence.

    ITSF 2026 will take place in Geneva from November 2 to 5, 2026.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Dates and Venue: ITSF 2026 runs from November 2 to 5, 2026, at Hilton Geneva Hotel and Conference Centre, Geneva, Switzerland.
    2. 2Scale and Focus: ITSF is the largest conference dedicated to time and synchronisation, attracting professionals from Telecoms, Finance, and Defence.
    3. 3Organiser: The event is organised by Executive Industry Events, with more details available at telecom-sync.com.
    4. 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include industry leaders and decision-makers from sectors reliant on precise timing and synchronisation.
    5. 5Entry: Registration details and ticketing information can be found on the official website.

    Why visit

    Attending ITSF offers unparalleled networking opportunities, access to cutting-edge presentations, and insights from industry leaders on the latest advancements in timing and synchronisation technologies. Dates and Venue: ITSF 2026 runs from November 2 to 5, 2026, at Hilton Geneva Hotel and Conference Centre, Geneva, Switzerland. Buyer Authority: Attendees include industry leaders and decision-makers from sectors reliant on precise timing and synchronisation.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibiting at ITSF provides visibility to key decision-makers in the timing and synchronisation sectors, allowing companies to showcase their innovations and connect with potential clients. Buyer Authority: Attendees include industry leaders and decision-makers from sectors reliant on precise timing and synchronisation. The ITSF is crucial for professionals in timing and synchronisation, providing insights into the latest technologies and standards that impact critical.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Telecom engineers focusing on synchronisation technologies
    Finance professionals requiring precise timing solutions
    Broadcast engineers involved in timing and sync
    Utility managers looking for timing solutions for smart grids
    IoT developers needing accurate time synchronization
    Defence contractors focused on timing technologies

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Manufacturers of timing equipment and solutions
    Software developers specializing in synchronisation applications
    Consultants in timing and synchronisation technologies
    Service providers for timing solutions in telecommunications
    Research institutions focusing on timing standards
    Government agencies involved in timing regulations

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Precision timing devices for telecommunications
    Synchronization solutions for financial trading systems
    Timing software for broadcast applications
    Timing and sync solutions for smart grid technologies
    IoT timing modules and components
    Defence-grade timing systems and solutions

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Hilton Geneva Hotel and Conference Centre

    Geneva, Switzerland

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    November 2 to 5, 2026:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily
    Register

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    Executive Industry Events

    Website

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Last edition

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    Completed

    Exhibitors: 14,512

    Next edition

    Not announced yet

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    The International Timing & Sync Forum (ITSF) is the world’s largest specialist time and synchronisation conference showcasing the latest solutions and challenges in various sectors including Telecoms, Finance, and Defence. ITSF 2026 will take place in Geneva from November 2 to 5, 2026. The ITSF is crucial for professionals in timing and synchronisation, providing insights into the latest technologies and standards that impact critical infrastructure across various sectors. Join the International Timing.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Telecom engineers focusing on synchronisation technologies, Finance professionals requiring precise timing solutions, Broadcast engineers involved in timing and sync, Utility managers looking for timing solutions for smart grids. Dates and Venue: ITSF 2026 runs from November 2 to 5, 2026, at Hilton Geneva Hotel and Conference Centre, Geneva, Switzerland. Scale and Focus: ITSF is the largest conference dedicated to time and synchronisation, attracting professionals from Telecoms, Finance,.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibiting at ITSF provides visibility to key decision-makers in the timing and synchronisation sectors, allowing companies to showcase their innovations and connect with potential clients. Buyer Authority: Attendees include industry leaders and decision-makers from sectors reliant on precise timing and synchronisation. The ITSF is crucial for professionals in timing and synchronisation, providing insights into the latest technologies and standards that impact critical.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Geneva, Switzerland — a Schengen-area European hub for standards bodies, telecom operators, finance, broadcast, aerospace and data-centre investment, with strong timing and synchronisation demand across the Lake Geneva region and easy reach from France, Germany, Italy and the UK.

    Why it matters

    Attending International Timing & Sync Forum on 2026-11-02 to 2026-11-05 in Geneva lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.

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    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · CHF

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    GVA

    Genève Aéroport

    Closest gateway, sitting between Le Grand-Saconnex and the city. Trains run every few minutes to Genève-Cornavin in 7 minutes; TPG buses 5 and 28 serve Le Grand-Saconnex. Ticket machines at arrivals issue a free 80-minute TPG ticket into Geneva.

    ~3 km

    to venue

    8–12 minutes

    by car

    LYS

    Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport

    Main French alternative via the A40/A41. Direct trains link Lyon Part-Dieu to Genève-Cornavin in about 2 hours, with a Rhônexpress shuttle from the airport to Part-Dieu.

    ~145 km

    to venue

    1 h 45 min – 2 h 15 min

    by car

    ZRH

    Zurich Airport

    Swiss hub with frequent direct SBB intercity trains from the airport station to Genève-Cornavin, no city transfer required.

    ~280 km

    to venue

    3 h by car; 2 h 50 min by direct IC train

    by car

    BSL

    EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg

    Trinational airport useful for north-west Europe routings; SBB connections from Basel SBB reach Geneva without changing in Zurich.

    ~250 km

    to venue

    2 h 45 min by car; 2 h 40 min by train via Basel SBB

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Budget
    Le Grand-Saconnex / Vernier

    USD 95–150 / night

    Simple 3-star rooms and aparthotels near the Palexpo/airport axis; book early as Nov rates rise during conference weeks. Confirm before travel.

    Mid-range
    Le Grand-Saconnex (venue district)

    USD 160–240 / night

    Four-star properties including the on-site Hilton and YOTEL Geneva Lake; walkable or one short bus ride to the venue. Confirm before travel.

    Premium
    Geneva city centre / lakefront (Rive, Cornavin)

    USD 260–420 / night

    Five-star lakefront and luxury city hotels, 10–15 min by tram, bus or taxi to Le Grand-Saconnex. Confirm before travel.

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    Train

    Estimated costCHF 2–4
    Best forGenève-Cornavin station to Le Grand-Saconnex (venue area)

    Frequent regional and SBB links; journey roughly 6–7 minutes. Also free 80-minute TPG ticket from GVA arrivals. Confirm before travel.

    Tram / bus (TPG)

    Estimated costCHF 3–5 per single urban ticket
    Best forGeneva city network to Le Grand-Saconnex

    TPG buses 5 and 28 serve Le Grand-Saconnex; day passes available via the TPG app. Confirm before travel.

    Free TPG ticket from GVA

    Estimated costCHF 0
    Best forGenève Aéroport to Geneva city / Le Grand-Saconnex

    Ticket machines in arrivals issue a free 80-minute TPG ticket into Geneva. Confirm before travel.

    Taxi / ride-hail

    Estimated costCHF 25–40
    Best forGeneva city centre to venue (Le Grand-Saconnex)

    About 10 minutes outside peak traffic. Confirm before travel.

    Taxi / ride-hail

    Estimated costCHF 20–35
    Best forGenève Aéroport (GVA) to Hilton Geneva Hotel and Conference Centre

    8–12 minutes; closest gateway. Confirm before travel.

    Car / parking

    Estimated costCHF 20–30 per day
    Best forHilton Geneva Hotel & Conference Centre

    Chargeable on-site parking at the host hotel; see hotel location page for details. Confirm before travel.

    taxi

    Estimated costCHF 45–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forLyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Hilton Geneva Hotel and Conference Centre

    1 h 45 min – 2 h 15 min; Main French alternative via the A40/A41. Direct trains link Lyon Part-Dieu to Genève-Cornavin in about 2 hours, with a Rhônexpress shuttle from the airport to Part-Dieu.

    taxi

    Estimated costCHF 45–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forZurich Airport (ZRH) to Hilton Geneva Hotel and Conference Centre

    3 h by car; 2 h 50 min by direct IC train; Swiss hub with frequent direct SBB intercity trains from the airport station to Genève-Cornavin, no city transfer required.

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: check with organiser

    Travelers from many countries, for example the United States, do not need a visa for business or tourism stays under 90 days, and may stay up to 90 days in the wider Schengen area within any 180-day period. Confirm your nationality on the official Swiss entry portal.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    Geneva in early November is cool and changeable: average highs near 10°C, lows near 3°C, roughly 10-13 rain days and about 88 mm of monthly rainfall. Bring layers and rain protection for walking between the Hilton Geneva venue and local transport.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Switzerland has near-universal 4G/5G mobile coverage. Business visitors usually pick a travel eSIM (for example Airalo or Swisscom) or a Swiss prepaid SIM for data, ride-hailing and transit apps, while hotel and venue Wi-Fi cover most on-site needs.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Punctuality and greetings

    Swiss business culture is formal and punctual: arrive on time, shake hands on meeting, and use titles and surnames until invited otherwise. Geneva is French-speaking, so open with 'Bonjour' before any request in shops, hotels or sessions.

    Tipping and payments

    Service and VAT are already included in Swiss bills; rounding up to the next franc or adding 5–10% is a courtesy rather than an obligation. Cards are accepted almost everywhere, but keep some CHF coins for kiosks, lockers and small cafés.

    Transport etiquette and free travel

    Geneva hotels issue the free Geneva Transport Card (TPG/unireso), covering trams, buses and lake boats for the length of your stay. Validate tickets on entry, keep voices low in quiet carriages and expect random fare inspections.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: GVA

    Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Geneva; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

    Visa

    Switzerland is part of the Schengen area. Many nationalities, including the US, can enter for business or tourism for up to 90 days within any 180-day period without a visa; other nationalities need a Schengen visa arranged before travel.

    Processing: Plan several weeks ahead; Schengen applications are lodged before travel and biometric data may be required.

    Check entry requirements on the official Swiss portals (eda.admin.ch and sem.admin.ch). Carry an invitation or registration confirmation for business entry, and note the 90/180-day Schengen limit if combining stops.

    Official

    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Genève Aéroport (GVA): 8–12 minutes; Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS): 1 h 45 min – 2 h 15 min; Zurich Airport (ZRH): 3 h by car; 2 h 50 min by direct IC train; EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL): 2 h 45 min by car; 2 h 40 min by train via Basel SBB. Allow road or rail time to Hilton Geneva Hotel and Conference Centre; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Hilton Geneva Hotel and Conference Centre: Le Grand-Saconnex / Vernier: Le Grand-Saconnex / Vernier; Le Grand-Saconnex (venue district): Le Grand-Saconnex (venue district); Geneva city centre / lakefront (Rive, Cornavin): Geneva city centre / lakefront (Rive, Cornavin).

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Geneva; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Hilton Geneva Hotel and Conference Centre.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Hilton Geneva Hotel and Conference Centre; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: November 2026

    Temperature: Daytime highs around 10°C and overnight lows near 3°C during November in Geneva.

    Seasonality: November is one of Geneva's wetter, higher-humidity months, with roughly 10-13 rain days and about 88 mm of precipitation across the month.

    Packing: Pack warm layers, a waterproof coat and closed shoes for cool, often damp November days; conference and hotel interiors are heated.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Wednesday 4 November 2026 (Day 3)

    Mid-week is when the single-track programme is at its densest, with the technical standards sessions and the technology showcase both in full swing and the largest share of delegates on site for the whole conference. Arriving Tuesday evening positions you for Wednesday's deep-dive sessions plus follow-up supplier meetings on Thursday morning before the closing panel and departures.

    14

    Confirm passport validity and visa need — Check Swiss/Schengen entry rules for your nationality; the passport should be valid well beyond travel.

    12

    Book flights and airport transfer — Fly into Geneva Airport (GVA); the Hilton Geneva venue sits in nearby Le Grand-Saconnex.

    10

    Reserve hotel near the venue — Book the Hilton Geneva & Conference Centre or a Le Grand-Saconnex hotel for 2-5 November 2026.

    9

    Complete ITSF registration — Register via telecom-sync.com; registration is paid, so confirm delegate or exhibitor pass options.

    7

    Download the programme and floor plan — Review session tracks on timing and synchronisation across telecoms, finance, broadcast, utilities and defence.

    6

    Schedule meetings and demos — Pre-book meetings with exhibitors and speakers in the global timing community.

    5

    Shortlist sessions and speakers — Prioritise tracks on PTP, SyncE, GNSS resilience and network timing security.

    4

    Arrange local transport — Plan TPG tram/bus or train from Genève Cornavin to Le Grand-Saconnex, about 6-10 minutes.

    3

    Pack for cool, damp November weather — Highs near 10°C and lows near 3°C with rain likely; bring layers and a waterproof coat.

    2

    Prepare business documents — Carry registration confirmation, business cards and any invitation letters for entry.

    1

    Travel and collect your badge — On arrival, check into your hotel and collect your ITSF badge at the venue ahead of day one.

    Networking spots

    3

    ITSF technology showcase foyer

    Vendor stands sit directly alongside the session rooms, so coffee breaks, poster sessions and demo slots place buyers next to clock, GNSS and test-equipment suppliers.

    Hilton Geneva bar and lounge

    The on-site bar is the default after-hours meeting point for speakers, standards delegates and vendor teams staying at the host hotel.

    Genève-Cornavin and Rive business district

    Around 15 minutes by tram or taxi from the venue; hotel bars and brasseries suit small dinner meetings, and Geneva hotels issue the free Transport Card for getting back.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Build your working budget

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    Estimated budget
    Live estimate
    • Hotel × 2 nightsCHF 190.00
    • Per diem × 2CHF 150.00
    Estimated totalCHF 340.00

    This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

    visa_fee

    international_visitor · Schengen short-stay (type C)

    EUR 90 / per applicant

    confirmed

    hotel

    visitor · mid-range

    CHF 180–280 / per room per night

    estimate

    per_diem

    visitor · standard

    CHF 80–130 / per person per day

    estimate

    transport

    visitor · airport taxi

    CHF 25–45 / one way

    estimate

    transport

    visitor · public transit

    CHF 3–10 / single / day pass

    estimate

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

    QUESTION 1 OF 6

    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    Assess how this option fits your objectives.

    Best for

    Timing and synchronisation engineers, network architects and procurement leads from telecoms, finance, broadcast, utilities, IoT and defence evaluating clocks, PTP/SyncE gear and GNSS resilience tools.

    Min. budget

    $350.00

    Timeline

    4-6 weeks for flights, hotel and delegate registration

    Risks

    November hotel demand in Geneva near the airport district

    Schengen visa lead time for non-exempt nationalities

    exhibit

    Assess how this option fits your objectives.

    Best for

    Vendors of timing and sync hardware, GNSS receivers, network test equipment and time-as-a-service platforms seeking the global timing community in one room.

    Min. budget

    $2,200.00

    Timeline

    3-6 months for stand design, freight and marketing

    Risks

    Limited stand space at a specialist single-track event

    Shipping and Swiss customs clearance for demo equipment

    skip

    Assess how this option fits your objectives.

    Best for

    Professionals outside the timing and synchronisation sector with no sourcing, integration or research interest in precise time.

    Timeline

    Not applicable

    Risks

    Limited value for buyers not working with frequency, phase or time references

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    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    What are the dates for ITSF 2026?
    ITSF 2026 will take place from November 2 to 5, 2026.
    Where is ITSF 2026 being held?
    The event will be held at the Hilton Geneva Hotel and Conference Centre in Geneva, Switzerland.
    Who organizes the International Timing & Sync Forum?
    The event is organized by Executive Industry Events.
    Is registration free for ITSF 2026?
    No, registration is not free. Please check the official website for details.
    What industries does ITSF cover?
    ITSF covers various industries including Telecoms, Finance, Broadcast, Transport, Utilities, IoT, and Defence.
    What is the International Timing & Sync Forum (ITSF)?
    ITSF is described as the world's largest specialist time and synchronisation conference, covering solutions, advances and challenges across telecoms, finance, broadcast, transport, utilities, IoT and defence.
    Where was the previous ITSF edition held?
    ITSF 2025 took place in Prague, Czech Republic, from 27 to 30 October 2025, ahead of the 2026 edition in Geneva.

    Glossary

    1
    PTP
    Precision Time Protocol, used for clock synchronization over packet networks.
    2
    NTP
    Network Time Protocol, a networking protocol for clock synchronization between computer systems.
    3
    SyncE
    Synchronous Ethernet, a technology that allows Ethernet networks to carry timing information.
    4
    MiFID II
    The Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II, a European regulation for financial markets that drives precise timestamping requirements.
    5
    5G
    The fifth generation of mobile network technology, providing faster speeds and more reliable connections and relying on tight phase and time synchronisation.
    6
    IoT
    Internet of Things, a system of interrelated physical devices connected to the internet that often depend on accurate time references.
    7
    IEEE 1588
    The standard that defines PTP (Precision Time Protocol) for synchronising clocks over packet-based networks.
    8
    GNSS
    Global Navigation Satellite System, such as GPS or Galileo, widely used as a primary time and position reference and a focus of resilience discussions.
    9
    Grandmaster
    The master clock in a PTP network that distributes the reference time to connected devices.
    10
    eLoran
    An enhanced terrestrial radio-navigation and timing system discussed as a backup to GNSS for resilient timekeeping.

    Also known as

    Alternate names and search phrases for this event.

    • International Timing & Sync Forum
    • International Timing and Sync Forum 2026
    • ITSF 2026
    • ITSF Geneva 2026
    • timing and sync forum Geneva
    • International Timing Sync Forum Geneva
    • ITSF Geneva Switzerland
    • precision timing conference 2026
    • synchronization solutions conference Geneva
    • timing devices telecommunications expo

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