9th World Bronchiectasis Conference (WBC)

After a successful 8^th World Bronchiectasis Conference 2025 in Brisbane, with over 1100 delegates from across the globe, we are thrilled to announce that WBC will return to where it all began in Hannover, Germany (June 24-27, 2026) – marking 10 years of breakthroughs in bronchiectasis research and treatment.

A Decade of Innovation

Since our inaugural event in 2016, WBC has brought together a passionate and committed global community of healthcare professionals, researchers, and scientists – all focused on understanding and addressing bronchiectasis and its associated conditions.

Over the past decade, WBC has proudly contributed to a number of extraordinary developments in:

• Innovative research– transforming the way we diagnose and treat bronchiectasis
• Collaboration– between researchers, clinicians, scientific and patient associations to improve patient care
• Supporting emerging leaders– through our Rising Stars and Junior Professionals Program, offering junior researchers a platform to showcase their work and gain invaluable feedback

WBC unites clinicians, researchers, allied health professionals, patients and industry leaders with a common goal to improve the lives of people living with bronchiectasis: a chronic lung disease causing persistent coughing, infection and lung damage.

“The World Bronchiectasis Conference is more than a scientific conference. It’s a global movement; a dynamic hub for bright ideas,”

Dr Lucy Burr, Associate Professor
(University of Queensland School of Medicine and WBC 2025 Chair)

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The Lena Group

We design and deliver innovative, educational medical conferences and events worldwide – with a human touch.

What we do:

Since 1960, we have been designing and delivering impactful scientific and educational communication projects, and innovative conferences and programmes – for both national and international audiences. We take pride in building long-term partnerships with our clients, many of whom continue to  place their trust in us, to bring their vision to life.

What Sets Us Apart:

​1. Client-Service Led
At Lena Group, every client is as unique as every event we create.
We take a partnership approach, by listening carefully, understanding goals, and crafting experiences that reflect each client’s vision and values.

2.  Programme Design
We design programmes rooted in evidence-based education, working closely with scientific committees to ensure they are both academically rigorous and highly engaging.
From concept to content, we develop original scientific content that informs, inspires, and drives meaningful learning.

3.  Innovation & Experience
Innovation is at the heart of everything we do. We constantly explore new formats and creative communication methods to deliver experiences that feel fresh, engaging, and memorable. We aim to engage, delight and inform our participants; to encourage genuine dialogue, connection, and meaningful learning.

4.​ Problem Solvers
In the fast-moving world of international conferences, we know that handling the unexpected is just as important as planning for it. We solve problems before they escalate, by proactively anticipating needs and adapting quickly to new situations. We always stay calm, and keep you calm under pressure.

5.​ The Human Touch
At Lena Group, people always come first.
That’s why we bring a human touch to everything we do.

“At Lena Group, we don’t just manage events – we go above and beyond to create a value-added experience for everyone involved, and help shape the future of care.” 

For any further information, contact info@lenagroup.net or the organising secretariat at wbc@lena.events