DCAT Week is one of the leading world events dedicated to the entire global bio/pharmaceutical manufacturing community. Held annually, it plays a significant role in the industry development, setting standards and trends, raising awareness on recent issues and industry challenges. The approaching edition will occur from 17 to 20 March 2025 in New York Hilton Midtown.
The crucial professional summit is aimed at everyone in the bio/pharmaceutical value chain. It is hosted by the global non-profit business association Drug, Chemical & Associated Technologies Association (DCAT). As a powerful building connections platform since 1890, DCAT can boast more than 500 member companies today. DCAT Week 2025 expects to welcome over 10,000 industry professionals and 700 companies representing over 50 countries worldwide. All attendees will be able to explore the latest solutions for their sourcing, procurement and supply management needs for all aspects of the bio/pharmaceutical sector.
Led by its mission to offer an extensive range of learning experiences, industry activities and expert know-how, DCAT Week 2025 will feature multiple side events, including Member Company Reception, Member Company Announcement Forum, Women’s Networking Breakfast, Research & Benchmarking Executive Summary, and many more. New York Hilton Midtown will open doors to the eagerly anticipated DCAT Annual Dinner. Having honoured speakers like George Bush, Will Smith, and Tony Blair so far, in 2025, the Dinner will mark its 97th edition and host Serena Williams as an honoured Annual Dinner Speaker.
DCAT Week 2025 attracts a lot of interest, and if you plan to visit the event and need accommodation, consider your stay in advance. Contact ExpoBeds via phone or mail and request a hotel offer. We will send you a personalised quote for hotels near the expo’s venue that match your travel and budget requirements.
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Who can you meet there
Annually, New York Hilton Midtown welcomes over 10,000 industry professionals, one-fourth of whom are in top-level management positions with decision-making powers. Other key figures and profiles include procurement, supply and sourcing managers, quality, sales and marketing specialists, ingredients suppliers and corporate-related support experts, including licensing DCAT Member Companies.
All attendees come to DCAT Week looking to establish new business partnerships, update on new products and cutting-edge technologies, meet with potential vendors, and gain industry expertise from the best in the Bio/Pharmaceutical sector.
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Quick info
| Frequency: | every year |
| Next Edition: | DCAT Week 2026 |
| Sectors: | Medicine | Dental medicine | Medicine technology | Ophthalmic optics | Health | Pharmacy | Chemical industry |
| Website: | DCAT Week official website |
Important facts
DCAT Week in summary:
- 10,000+ industry professionals
- 700+ companies
- 50+ countries represented
- 460+ business meeting spaces
- 3,500+ education program registrations
Next editions
DCAT Week 2026
New York Hilton Midtown
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