2nd Glass Forum 2025: Advancing the Future of Glass Through Innovation, Standards & Collaboration

Date: 19 December 2025

The 2nd Glass Forum 2025, themed “The Transparency Revolution”, the only professional event for glass & architecture in Greece, which was successfully held on October 31 – November 1 at the Athens Conservatoire.

The Glass Forum concluded as one of the most influential industry gatherings in Southeast Europe, bringing together leading stakeholders from the glass manufacturing, processing, architectural, and construction sectors. Professionals from Greece and abroad attended the two-day event, highlighting its growing international relevance for the glass value chain.

Through high-level technical presentations, applied case studies, and panel discussions, the conference reaffirmed the strategic role of glass as a material of advancing performance, safety, and sustainability. The event showcased cutting-edge technologies, engineering solutions, and emerging market trends that are reshaping the global glass landscape.

Glass Forum: where knowledge, inspiration, and shared expertise shape a more sustainable and transparent future.

A Platform for Technical Knowledge, Market Insights & Industry Collaboration

The 2nd Glass Forum has established itself as a reference point for industry professionals seeking reliable information and networking opportunities. This year’s programme was structured around five thematic cycles covering:

Current and future market dynamics in architectural and structural glass
Advanced façade design and transparency architecture
Innovations in processing, coatings, energy performance, and smart glass
Safety requirements, standards, testing methods, and regulatory frameworks
The economic and functional value of glass in modern construction

The event facilitated productive interaction among architects, façade engineers, processors, fabricators, suppliers, and technology providers. The exhibition area enabled hands-on exploration of new products, processing solutions, high-performance systems, and advanced applications from leading industry partners.

Key Technical Insights & Industry Takeaways

Speakers and experts highlighted important insights shaping the future of architectural and structural glass:

Glass is evolving into a core structural and design material, integrating energy efficiency, durability, and advanced aesthetics.
The adoption of standards, certification, and qualified installation is essential for ensuring performance and safety.
Innovation is accelerating across the value chain—from raw materials and coatings to lamination, tempering, and mounting systems.
Market demand is shifting toward sustainable, flexible, and high-performance transparency solutions in buildings.
Cross-sector collaboration between research institutions, industry, and design professionals is crucial for driving technological progress.
Education and continuous training are key to responsible and safe implementation across the ecosystem.
Advanced marketing and communication strategies help promote the added value of glass and elevate the industry’s visibility.

The Forum succeeded in reinforcing the industry’s unified vision: a future where transparency, sustainability, and high-precision engineering define the built environment.

Supporting Continuous Knowledge Transfer

Conference recordings and proceedings will soon be available on www.glassforum.gr, providing a technical resource for professionals.

The Glass Forum digital edition—and soon the print edition—will continue to deliver market intelligence, product innovations, project features, and insights from industry leaders.

The next edition, Glass Forum 2027, is already set to expand on the themes of technology, sustainability, and international cooperation within the glass sector.