Luxembourg selected to host the ESVS Annual Meeting in 2028
Luxembourg has been selected to host the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS) Annual Meeting 2028, one of the premier European congresses in the field of vascular surgery. The conference will take place from 19 to 22 September 2028, welcoming approximately 1,500 medical professionals from across Europe and beyond.
The successful bid was submitted by the Luxembourg Society for Vascular Surgery (SLCV.lu), with strong support from the Luxembourg Convention Bureau (LCB).
Dr. Dirk Grotemeyer, MD, PhD, President of the Luxembourg Society for Vascular Surgery, commented: «Each year, the ESVS Annual Meeting serves as a vital platform for advancing knowledge, exchanging best practices, and showcasing innovation in the treatment of vascular diseases. Bringing this conference to Luxembourg has been a long journey - from the initial idea in 2018 to the successful bid for 2028. We are proud to have collaborated with the Luxembourg Convention Bureau and to be the winning host city among five strong other candidates. ESVS 2028 will shine a spotlight on Luxembourg’s medical community, university, and healthcare institutions.”
Madina Lapeyre, Programme Manager of the European Society for Vascular Surgery, stated:
“The ESVS is delighted to bring its Annual Meeting to Luxembourg in 2028. We look forward to collaborating with the Luxembourg Society for Vascular Surgery and the Luxembourg Convention Bureau to deliver an outstanding scientific programme that continues our mission to advance vascular education and improve patient care across Europe”.
About the Luxembourg Convention Bureau
The Luxembourg Convention Bureau (LCB) is the official body dedicated to promoting Luxembourg as a premier destination for business events, international congresses, and professional gatherings. As a strategic partner to event organisers, LCB provides tailored and free support throughout the bidding and planning process, connecting local stakeholders with international networks.
LCB plays a key role in Luxembourg’s broader economic development strategy by attracting high-value events that align with the country’s priority sectors, including finance, space, ICT, logistics, and notably, healthcare. By facilitating knowledge exchange and fostering international collaboration, the Bureau contributes to the visibility and growth of Luxembourg’s innovation-driven economy.
Maurice Bauer, President of the Luxembourg Convention Bureau, added:
“Healthcare is a prime example of this strategic alignment. Luxembourg is home to a rapidly growing biomedical and health technologies sector, supported by world-class research institutions such as the Luxembourg Institute of Health (LIH), the Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB), and the University of Luxembourg. Hosting the ESVS Annual Meeting will not only showcase the country’s medical expertise but also strengthen its position as a hub for cutting-edge research and clinical excellence in vascular medicine. In addition to the scientific programme, delegates will have the opportunity to explore Luxembourg’s cultural highlights through a series of social events.”
Following previous Kraków (2024), Istanbul (2025) and the future hosts Belgrade (2026), and Lisbon (2027), Luxembourg is proud to take its place on the European stage in 2028.