2025 IWCS Cable & Connectivity Industry Forum Report
The Technical Symposium, which is the cornerstone of the event, featured over 80 technical research papers and posters over the course of four days. Technical innovations included copper and fiber optic cable design, materials and additives, cable manufacturing, fiber reliability, codes and standards, power delivery and specialty applications. Authors presented their research in one of 11 technical sessions categorized by topics or as poster displays. As always, audience members had the opportunity to ask the presenting authors questions about their research at the conclusion of each presentation. IWCS makes the Technical Papers that were presented available for ongoing research and education. Additionally, select technical presentations are shared throughout the year in the IWCS Webinar Series.
The Supplier Exhibition™ included 87 exhibitors, many of which are long-time exhibitors at IWCS, as well 15 new participating companies. Exhibitors showcased products integral to the production of cables including: compounds, masterbatch, chemicals, marking inks, reels, packaging, fiber, fillers, tapes, yarns, testing equipment, connectors, design software and more.