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IWCS reports successful cable and connectivity forum

context and expert commentary for each of the detailed innovations presented during the technical sessions. The total number of attendees increased, representing an international audience from 24 countries. With a high amount of turnover and retirement in the wire and cable industry, IWCS is targeting a broader range of attendees, including academics and professionals who are early in their career – 35 per cent of attendees were new to the event in 2024, as were 12 companies participating in the supplier exhibition. Increased overseas participation was also evident at the 2024 event, owing to reduced travel restrictions as the world continues to rebound from the pandemic. Attendees from Japan travelled nearly 7,000 miles to attend. at Lowell, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Virginia Tech and the University of Delaware to experience IWCS hosted students from the University of Massachusetts

IWCS welcomed attendees to the 73 rd annual Cable & Connectivity Industry Forum in Providence, Rhode Island, USA, in October 2024. The past three events have taken place “in person”, following virtual events in 2020 and 2021 due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Attendees and event organisers reported that the 2024 event was the first time the atmosphere and programme felt truly back to normal since the pandemic, with strong quantity and quality of presentations and an energetic exhibition hall. “Overall, the 2024 IWCS Cable & Connectivity Industry Forum was one of the most dynamic and intriguing conferences we have ever produced,” said David Kiddoo, IWCS CEO/ director. The content of the papers and presentations in the 14 technical sessions were described as “high calibre”, and two in-depth supplemental breakout programmes highlighted the energy transition and advancements in sustainability and recycling. These sessions were created to provide further

expert instruction during the courses and enjoy the technical symposium and networking opportunities with industry professionals. Multiple academic researchers contributed technical papers to the event. The next IWCS Forum will take place from 27 to 30 October 2025, at the David L Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. IWCS encourages international travellers to secure a valid visa for USA travel, as wait times for visa applications may be lengthy. IWCS, Inc https://iwcs.org Scott Wasserman, chair of the IWCS board of directors (at podium) and IWCS CEO/director David Kiddoo welcomed attendees during the 2024 IWCS Plenary Luncheon

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