The Euro-IX Forum Programme Committee (FPC) is seeking proposals for the 45th Euro-IX Forum, which will take place from 11th to 13th of October 2026 in Utrecht, The Netherlands.
We encourage proposals from the whole community. Anyone can propose a topic and - if accepted - present it at the meeting. There is no requirement to be related to or working for an IXP or a Patron organisation.
There are three possible types of submissions: Plenary Talks, Lightning Talks and Panels.
Submission process
You will need to create an account on the Euro-IX website to submit. Your details will only be used in connection with your proposal, and will not be used for marketing or other purposes.
Please include slides - even if just a draft - with your submission. Submissions without slides have a much lower chance of being accepted.
Please note the deadlines below - it takes time to review proposals, we will accept talks as they come in. If you wait until the last deadline, there may be no slots available in the appropriate session.
Plenary Talks
These should be 20-30 minutes on topics including:
IXP Commercial & Marketing
General IXP Operations
Strategic evolution of the IXP market
Regulatory Challenges
Technical Operations
Tools & Automation
Customer Views - network operators’ experiences of IXPs and peering
Panel Discussions
These are usually 30 - 60 minutes, and can discuss the same range of topics as plenary talks.
Panels are usually composed of 3-4 industry representatives, plus a moderator to guide the discussion. Panel organisers should aim for diverse perspectives.
Lightning Talks
Lightning talks are intended to be shorter or less-formal presentations or updates and should be 5 - 10 minutes on a current subject. They can be submitted in advance or during the forum.
NOTE: Lightning talk slots are subject to agenda constraints. Lightning talks are occasionally moved or cancelled at short notice, or there may not be time for questions. We have limited time to review Lightning Talks and may not accept any lightning talk considered unsuitable. (Too long or inappropriate, sales pitches, marketing disguised as technical content etc.)
Not sure if your idea is suitable? Please submit it anyway and we will be happy to work with you to turn it into a presentation suitable for our community.
Key Dates:
Call for papers opened - 2 June 2026
Draft programme published - Ongoing as submissions are confirmed
Last deadline for initial submissions - 11 September 2026, unless the programme is full
Final programme published - 18 September 2026
Final presentation deadline for accepted submissions - 1 October 2026
45th Euro-IX Forum – 11 October to 13 October 2026
The FPC can be reached by email at <fpc@lists.euro-ix.net> and also at https://mattermost.nog.fi/euro-ix-forum/channels/town-square if you want to chat.
