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    Dates

    25–26 Nov 2026

    City / country

    Villeurbanne, France

    Venue

    Double Mixte

    Time

    8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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    Event overview

    Overview

    PCH Meetings is a unique business convention in France, designed to create high value-added meetings, optimize industrial development, and accelerate the transition toward a more efficient and low-carbon economy.

    The event brings together decision-makers and experts from the pharmaceutical, chemical, petrochemical, and gas industries.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Dates and Venue: PCH Meetings takes place on November 25-26, 2026, at Double Mixte in Villeurbanne, France.
    2. 2Scale and Focus: This 22nd edition connects key players in the pharmaceutical, chemical, petrochemical, and gas sectors.
    3. 3Organiser: Hosted by abe advanced business events, with registration available at pchmeetings.com.
    4. 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include decision-makers from various industrial sectors, enhancing networking opportunities.
    5. 5Entry: Free for project owners with travel and accommodation fully covered.

    Why visit

    Attendees will gain access to exclusive networking opportunities, insights from industry experts, and the chance to engage in targeted discussions that can drive their projects forward. Dates and Venue: PCH Meetings takes place on November 25-26, 2026, at Double Mixte in Villeurbanne, France. Buyer Authority: Attendees include decision-makers from various industrial sectors, enhancing networking opportunities. Programme: Features private meetings, conferences, and networking.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors benefit from high-quality interactions with potential clients, immediate return on investment through fully equipped stands, and the opportunity to showcase their innovations in a focused environment. Buyer Authority: Attendees include decision-makers from various industrial sectors, enhancing networking opportunities.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Maintenance Directors and Managers
    Technical Purchasing Managers
    Production and Process Managers
    Energy Managers
    Sustainability and CSR Managers
    Industrial Projects Managers

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Equipment Manufacturers and Machine Builders
    Technical Component Suppliers
    Engineering Companies and EPC Contractors
    Software Publishers and Digital Solutions
    Energy Efficiency Providers
    Consultants and Technical Experts

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Production and Process Equipment
    Energy Efficiency Solutions
    Hydrogen Technologies
    Logistics and Packaging Solutions
    Consulting and Training Services
    Maintenance Solutions

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Double Mixte

    19 Av. Gaston Berger, 69100 Villeurbanne, France

    Parking: Parking availability should be confirmed on the venue or organiser site before travel.

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Trade-only
    Free registration

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    25 November –8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    26 November –8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    abe advanced business events

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    What's on

    Programme

    Co-located events

    INTERMAINTENANCE

    Separate ticket

    The event dedicated to maintenance solutions and innovations.

    Website

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    PCH Meetings is a unique business convention in France, designed to create high value-added meetings, optimize industrial development, and accelerate the transition toward a more efficient and low-carbon economy. The event brings together decision-makers and experts from the pharmaceutical, chemical, petrochemical, and gas industries. PCH Meetings serves as a critical platform for fostering collaboration and innovation among industry leaders, addressing key challenges in the pharmaceutical and chemical sectors,.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Maintenance Directors and Managers, Technical Purchasing Managers, Production and Process Managers, Energy Managers. Dates and Venue: PCH Meetings takes place on November 25-26, 2026, at Double Mixte in Villeurbanne, France. Scale and Focus: This 22nd edition connects key players in the pharmaceutical, chemical, petrochemical, and gas sectors. Organiser: Hosted by abe advanced business events, with registration available at pchmeetings.com.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors benefit from high-quality interactions with potential clients, immediate return on investment through fully equipped stands, and the opportunity to showcase their innovations in a focused environment. Buyer Authority: Attendees include decision-makers from various industrial sectors, enhancing networking opportunities. Exhibitor categories include Equipment Manufacturers and Machine Builders, Technical Component Suppliers, Engineering Companies and EPC Contractors, Software Publishers and Digital.

    Intelligence

    Market context

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

    Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France — Villeurbanne in the Lyon metropolitan area, one of Europe's leading clusters for cosmetics, personal-care and hygiene production, formulation R&D and contract manufacturing.

    Why it matters

    Attending PCH Meetings on 2026-11-25 to 2026-11-26 in Villeurbanne 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.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Digital buyer journeys

    What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    02

    Sustainability in procurement

    What sustainability in procurement means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    03

    Automation and labour efficiency

    What automation and labour efficiency means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    04

    Regional supply-chain resilience

    What regional supply-chain resilience means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    05

    Hybrid engagement models

    What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    Perfumery, cosmetics and hygiene trade-fair circuit

    Book hotels and meeting agendas 8–12 weeks before opening day; Cosmoprof, in-cosmetics and MakeUp in Paris dates fall in adjacent quarters and frequently draw the same buyer and supplier companies.

    PCH Meetings delegates plan the commercial year across the leading cosmetics and personal-care fairs in Europe and the Americas, using them to compare ingredient houses, packaging suppliers, contract manufacturers and regulatory readiness market by market.

    Pre-show

    Confirm your one-to-one meeting schedule with abe and prepare briefs for each supplier appointment.

    Show week

    Meeting rounds at Double Mixte, supplier showcase walk-throughs and evening supplier dinners in Lyon.

    Post-show

    Sample testing, quotation comparison and shortlisting ahead of the next circuit events.

    Peer events are established cosmetics and personal-care trade fairs; confirm dates on each organiser website before booking.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · EUR

    Arrival airports

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

    LYS

    Lyon-Saint-Exupéry Airport

    Primary gateway for the Lyon region with non-stop European and long-haul connections. Rhônexpress tram runs to Lyon Part-Dieu in 29 minutes, where tram T1/T4 continues to La Doua – Gaston Berger opposite Double Mixte (allow ~60–70 minutes door to door).

    ~31 km

    to venue

    30–40 minutes off-peak

    by car

    GVA

    Geneva Airport

    Strong intercontinental option for visitors from the Middle East, North America and Asia. Direct TER trains and motorway connections run to Lyon Part-Dieu (train ~2 h), then tram T1/T4 to the venue.

    ~155 km

    to venue

    1 h 50 min – 2 h 15 min

    by car

    EBU

    Saint-Étienne–Bouthéon Airport

    Small regional airport southwest of Lyon; scheduled service is limited and mainly useful for private and business aviation, with onward travel by car via the A72 and A46.

    ~78 km

    to venue

    1 h – 1 h 15 min

    by car

    CDG

    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    Useful when direct Lyon or Geneva flights are unavailable: TGV trains from CDG Terminal 2 reach Lyon Part-Dieu in about two hours, then tram T1/T4 goes directly to La Doua – Gaston Berger.

    ~465 km

    to venue

    ~4 h 30 min by road; ~2 h by TGV plus 20 min tram

    by car

    Hotel tiers

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

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    Villeurbanne (Charpennes / La Doua side)

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    Caluire-et-Cuire, north of Villeurbanne

    Not yet confirmed

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    Villeurbanne, directly opposite the venue

    Not yet confirmed

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    Villeurbanne, near Cité Internationale / Parc de la Tête d'Or

    Not yet confirmed

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    Lyon Part-Dieu business district

    Not yet confirmed

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    Lyon Presqu'île, city centre

    Not yet confirmed

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    Tram

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 2 per single TCL ticket
    Best forT1 or T4 from Lyon Part-Dieu to La Doua - Gaston Berger (stop opposite Double Mixte)

    Frequent daytime service; roughly 15-20 minutes from Part-Dieu to the venue.

    Bus

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 2 per single TCL ticket
    Best forC26 to La Doua and C17 to CNRS

    Stops around 2 minutes' walk from Double Mixte.

    Metro

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 2 per single TCL ticket
    Best forMetro lines A and B serve Villeurbanne

    Combine with tram or bus for last-mile access to the venue.

    Taxi / ride-hail

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 15-25 from central Lyon
    Best forDirect to Double Mixte, Villeurbanne

    Convenient for late arrivals and for exhibitors carrying equipment.

    Airport link

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 16-17 one way
    Best forRhonexpress express tram between Lyon-Saint-Exupery Airport and Lyon Part-Dieu

    Transfer at Part-Dieu to tram T1/T4 to reach La Doua and the venue.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forLyon-Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Double Mixte

    30–40 minutes off-peak; Primary gateway for the Lyon region with non-stop European and long-haul connections. Rhônexpress tram runs to Lyon Part-Dieu in 29 minutes, where tram T1/T4 continues to La Doua – Gaston Berger opposite Double Mixte (allow ~60–70 minutes door to door).

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forGeneva Airport (GVA) to Double Mixte

    1 h 50 min – 2 h 15 min; Strong intercontinental option for visitors from the Middle East, North America and Asia. Direct TER trains and motorway connections run to Lyon Part-Dieu (train ~2 h), then tram T1/T4 to the venue.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forSaint-Étienne–Bouthéon Airport (EBU) to Double Mixte

    1 h – 1 h 15 min; Small regional airport southwest of Lyon; scheduled service is limited and mainly useful for private and business aviation, with onward travel by car via the A72 and A46.

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: check with organiser
    TypeWho needs itFeeProcessing
    Short-stay Schengen business visaNon-EU/EEA nationals without a short-stay visa-waiver agreement who travel to France to attend or take part in trade fairs, seminars or professional meetingsNot yet confirmedApply through France-Visas and allow several weeks; applications can be lodged up to six months before travel

    EU/EEA nationals and travellers covered by a short-stay visa-waiver agreement do not need a visa for business visits of less than three months. Non-European visitors whose nationality is not waived must obtain a visa before travelling.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    Villeurbanne in late November is cool and frequently overcast: average daytime highs around 10-12 C, overnight lows near 4 C, and roughly 109 mm of rain spread across about 14 wet days. Plan for damp, chilly conditions during the two show days.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    EU roaming may apply for EU SIMs; local prepaid SIM and eSIM options are widely available — confirm venue Wi‑Fi with the organiser.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

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

    Greetings and language

    Open every exchange with a clear 'Bonjour' and a firm handshake; use 'Monsieur' or 'Madame' until invited to switch to first names. French is the working language with many local suppliers, while English is standard in international cosmetics and ingredients companies.

    Tipping

    Service is included by law in French restaurant bills, so tipping is a courtesy rather than an obligation: round up the total or leave 5–10% for attentive service. Taxi drivers are usually given the rounded-up fare; hotel housekeeping appreciates EUR 1–2 per night.

    Dress and business rhythm

    Business dress for meetings at Double Mixte is smart professional — dark suits or smart separates — with smart casual for evening receptions. Expect lunches between 12:00 and 14:00 and later dinners from 19:30; punctuality for scheduled one-to-one appointments is taken seriously, so arrive at meeting tables a few minutes early.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

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

    Flights

    Destination: LYS

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

    Visa

    France requires a short-stay Schengen visa for many non-European business visitors attending trade fairs, seminars and conferences, while EU/EEA nationals and visa-waiver nationalities can travel visa-free for stays under three months. Confirm your case on France-Visas before booking.

    Estimated cost: Approx. EUR 90 Schengen short-stay visa fee, plus any service or agency charges.

    Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

    France-Visas is the official portal for preparing, submitting and tracking a visa application. Apply well before the 25-26 November 2026 show dates and carry your invitation or registration confirmation.

    Official

    Hotels

    Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

    Check-in (recommended)

    2026-11-24

    Check-out (recommended)

    2026-11-27

    Areas to stay

    Caluire-et-Cuire, north of Villeurbanne · Lyon Part-Dieu business district · Lyon Presqu'île, city centre · Villeurbanne (Charpennes / La Doua side) · Villeurbanne, directly opposite the venue

    mid range

    EUR 60-95/night

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    EUR 60-90/night

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    EUR 105-150/night

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    EUR 110-160/night

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    EUR 180-260/night

    mid range

    EUR 230-340/night

    Transport

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

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Lyon-Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS): 30–40 minutes off-peak; Geneva Airport (GVA): 1 h 50 min – 2 h 15 min; Saint-Étienne–Bouthéon Airport (EBU): 1 h – 1 h 15 min; Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): ~4 h 30 min by road; ~2 h by TGV plus 20 min tram. Allow road or rail time to Double Mixte; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Double Mixte: Villeurbanne (Charpennes / La Doua side): ibis budget Lyon Villeurbanne; Caluire-et-Cuire, north of Villeurbanne: B&B HOTEL Lyon Caluire Cité In; Villeurbanne, directly opposite the venue: ibis Styles Lyon Villeurbanne Parc de la Tête d'Or.

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

    Public transit: TCL network serves the venue: tram T1 and T4 stop at La Doua - Gaston Berger directly opposite Double Mixte, bus C26 stops at La Doua and C17 at CNRS about 2 minutes' walk away, and metro lines A and B serve Villeurbanne. There is no SNCF rail station in the commune, so transfer by metro or tram from Lyon Part-Dieu. Rhonexpress links Lyon Part-Dieu with Lyon-Saint-Exupery Airport.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Double Mixte; 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 10-12 C (50-54 F), overnight lows near 4 C (39 F).

    Seasonality: November is the wettest month in Villeurbanne, with about 109 mm of rainfall over roughly 14 rainy days and overcast skies around 60 percent of the time.

    Packing: Bring a warm waterproof coat, layered clothing, an umbrella and closed shoes. Exhibition halls are heated, but tram stops, station transfers and outdoor queues at Double Mixte are exposed to cold rain.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Day 1 — Wednesday 25 November 2026

    PCH Meetings is a two-day partnering convention where agendas are built in advance, so Day 1 carries the opening session, the densest block of pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings and the highest first-day attendance as delegations arrive. Attend Day 2 as well if your supplier list is long, since many companies hold follow-up slots there, but a single-day visitor gets the widest meeting coverage on 25 November.

    1

    Confirm visa or visa-waiver eligibility — EU/EEA and waiver nationalities can travel visa-free for short stays; others apply via france-visas.gouv.fr well before November 2026.

    2

    Book flights to Lyon — Compare fares early for arrival by 24 November 2026; many European cities have direct flights to Lyon.

    3

    Reserve a hotel near Double Mixte — Villeurbanne and La Doua properties such as ibis Styles Lyon Villeurbanne are within walking distance; confirm dates 25-26 November 2026.

    4

    Complete online registration — Register through pchmeetings.com and save your confirmation for badge collection.

    5

    Download the programme and hall plan — Plan which exhibitors and sessions to visit at Double Mixte.

    6

    Request B2B meetings in advance — abe advanced business events runs pre-scheduled meetings; submit your meeting preferences early.

    7

    Shortlist sessions and product demos — Prioritise maintenance, energy, hydrogen and production exhibitors relevant to your buying brief.

    8

    Plan local transport from your hotel — Tram T1/T4 stop La Doua - Gaston Berger opposite the venue; bus C26 and C17 are nearby.

    9

    Pack for cold, wet November weather — Layers, waterproof coat and umbrella; daytime highs near 10-12 C with frequent rain.

    10

    Prepare meeting documents and business cards — Bring company profiles, product specifications and materials in English and French where possible.

    11

    Arrange airport-to-city transfer — Rhonexpress runs from Lyon-Saint-Exupery Airport to Part-Dieu, then tram to La Doua.

    12

    Arrive early on day one and collect your badge — Allow time for security screening at Double Mixte before the opening.

    Side trips

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    Vieux Lyon and Fourvière basilica

     

     

     

    Beaujolais wine route (Villefranche-sur-Saône and Oingt)

     

     

     

    Networking spots

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    Partnering hall meeting tables, Double Mixte

     

     

     

    Double Mixte networking cocktail area

     

     

     

    Les Halles Paul Bocuse, Lyon Part-Dieu district

     

     

     

    Budget

    Costs & budget

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    Estimated budget
    Live estimate
    • Per diem × 2€150.00
    Estimated total€150.00

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

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

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    visitor · Complimentary hosted-buyer participation

    Not yet confirmed

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    visa_fee

    visitor · Short-stay Schengen business visa

    EUR 90 / per applicant

    official

    hotel_night

    visitor · Budget (2-star, Villeurbanne / Caluire)

    EUR 60–95 / per room per night

    estimate

    hotel_night

    visitor · Mid-range (3-star, near Double Mixte)

    EUR 105–160 / per room per night

    estimate

    hotel_night

    visitor · Premium (4-5 star, Lyon Part-Dieu / Presqu'île)

    EUR 180–340 / per room per night

    estimate

    per_diem

    visitor · Meals and incidentals in Lyon

    EUR 55–75 / per person per day

    estimate

    local_transport

    visitor · TCL single ticket (tram, bus, metro)

    EUR 2–2.6 / per journey

    official

    local_transport

    visitor · Rhônexpress airport tram to Lyon Part-Dieu

    EUR 16–17 / per journey

    official

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Use this quick check to decide whether PCH Meetings fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.

    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

    Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.

    Best for

    Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.

    Min. budget

    $400.00

    Timeline

    4–8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.

    Risks

    Limited session times published — confirm agenda before booking.

    exhibit

    You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.

    Best for

    Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.

    Min. budget

    $2,500.00

    Timeline

    3–6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.

    Risks

    Booth pricing not published in captured sources — confirm with organiser.

    skip

    Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.

    Best for

    Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.

    Min. budget

    Not yet confirmed

    Timeline

    N/A

    Risks

    No major risks listed.

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    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Glossary

    1
    OEM
    Original Equipment Manufacturer; the company that builds and supplies the production machinery, lines or components used by manufacturers.
    2
    MRO
    Maintenance, Repair and Operations; the goods and services needed to keep plant, machinery and facilities running.
    3
    Preventive Maintenance
    Scheduled servicing and inspection carried out before equipment fails, to avoid unplanned downtime.
    4
    Predictive Maintenance
    Condition-based maintenance that uses sensor data and analytics to predict failures before they happen.
    5
    CMMS
    Computerized Maintenance Management System; software that tracks assets, work orders and maintenance history.
    6
    TCO
    Total Cost of Ownership; the full lifetime cost of equipment including purchase, energy, maintenance and downtime.
    7
    Energy Efficiency
    Reducing energy consumption per unit of output through better equipment, controls and process optimisation.
    8
    Hydrogen Technologies
    Equipment and systems for producing, storing and using hydrogen as an industrial energy carrier.
    9
    B2B Matchmaking
    Pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings between buyers and suppliers, a core format of abe advanced business events programmes.
    10
    Condition Monitoring
    Continuous measurement of machine condition such as vibration and temperature, used to guide maintenance decisions.

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