TNC26 will take place in Helsinki, from 8–12 June 2026 and will be hosted by CSC, the National Research and Education Network of Finland.
The largest and most prestigious research and education networking conference, TNC attracts a truly diverse audience of over 800 participants from more than 70 countries, representing national and regional research and education networks, schools and universities, technology providers, and many of the world’s most exciting scientific projects. By bringing together decision-makers, networking and security specialists, identity and access management experts, researchers, academics and students, TNC offers a unique collaborative experience.
For more information about previous TNC editions, check out tnc.geant.org.
If you are attending TNC for the first time, don’t miss the TNC101 – TNC for Newcomers session on Tuesday morning. You will learn how to navigate the programme, where to network and how to get the most of out of the social events.
CSC – IT Center for Science builds digital solutions for data management, scientific computing, and education that help researchers, learners, and companies understand the world. CSC supports society’s digitalization and, on its part, promote the green transition with its customers, owners, and partners.
CSC manages and operates Funet, a high-speed, cost effective academic and research network for Finnish higher education institutions, research organizations and other Funet members. Over 440 000 Funet community users use daily Funet services such as solutions for campus and wireless networking, cybersecurity and video technology. One of the world’s oldest NRENs, Funet (founded 1983) connects to other European NRENs and worldwide research networks through NORDUnet and GÉANT.
Located on the shore of the Gulf of Finland, Helsinki is a charming seaside city with a unique twist – a place where urban culture meets coastal nature. The easy-going Nordic lifestyle and friendly locals make it easy to fall in love with this northern city – the capital of the happiest country in the world!
TNC26 will be hosted at the Helsinki Music Hall (Helsingin Musiikkitalo in Finnish), a concert hall and a music center. The building is home to Sibelius Music Academy and two symphony orchestras, the Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra and the Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra.
TNC26 Side Meetings will instead take place at the Finland Hall, which is next door to the Helsinki Music Hall.
Resources
The logo pack provides a variety of file types of the TNC26 logo with colour variations for digital and print purposes.
If you are presenting at our conference, please feel free to download the official TNC26 PowerPoint template – there’s no requirement to use this template but it is provided for your convenience.
