The sixtieth edition of JEC World has once again been fertile ground for invention: 3D printed moulds, thermoplastic pultrusion for batteries, high tenacity bonding adhesives, inline vacuum monitoring systems and 6-axis robots are just a glimpse of the many solutions paving the way for a more efficient and sustainable future. This extended report is also a bridge linking research, laboratories and industrial know-how, empowering stakeholders to accelerate the shift towards a greener, smarter industry.

In the face of global challenges like the energy transition, the quest for new materials and to optimise processes, this special issue is an essential tool to share, explore and build tomorrow’s industrial landscape. With the JEC World Innovation Report 2025, we stand by your side to meet today’s challenges and invent tomorrow’s solutions.