It is planned to hold an international conference at the next Ferroforma-Bricoforma, due to take place in Bilbao, Spain, from 23 – 26 March 2011. What is more, a design and innovation contest will be included for the first time. Fernando Bautista of the COFAC hardware cooperative organisation was elected as chairman of the fair’s technical advisory committee at its inaugural meeting. The fair organisers are hoping to attract exhibitors with the offer of discounts on various service packages. Other plans include organising group travel for visitors as well.