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MTECH 2025

5th International Conference on Materials

Heat Treatment and Surface Engineering, Materials and Tribology, Corrosion and Material Testing

26–29 October 2025

Plitvička jezera, Croatia

Conference info

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SCOPE OF THE CONFERENCE

5th INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON MATERIALS
Heat Treatment and Surface Engineering, Materials and Tribology, Corrosion and Material Testing will be held from
26th – 29th, October 2025 in Plitvička jezera, Croatia.
The official language of the conference is English.

The focus is on metallic alloys, but contributions on other materials (polymers, ceramics, composites) are also of interest to this conference. The aim of the conference is to bring together specialists in material science and to discuss the state of the art from both theoretical and practical viewpoints.

Conference topics

  • Materials and processes
  • Materials characterization
  • Nanomaterials and nanotechnology
  • Friction, wear and lubrication
  • Metallurgy
  • Quenchants and quenching technology
  • Coatings
  • Advanced surface modification and coating technologies
  • Vacuum heat treatment
  • Heat treatment equipment
  • Mathematical modelling and process simulation of heat treatment
  • Corrosion and corrosion protection methods
  • Corrosion resistant materials
  • Non-destructive and destructive testing methods
  • In-service inspection
  • Certification and accreditation
  • Measurement and quality assurance
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Paper submissions

Please submit your full paper (maximum 10 pages, according to the conference template) including the following elements:

  • Title of the paper
  • Author names and affiliations (with corresponding author clearly indicated)
  • Abstract (maximum 300 words)
  • Up to five keywords
  • Introduction, methodology, results, discussion, and conclusion (structured according to the guidelines)
  • Figures, tables, and references formatted according to the conference style
  • Topic area relevant to the conference themes

Submissions can be sent via form provided on the button below:

 

Download the abstract submission template here.

Registration & fees

Participant Type Early Bird
(Before 15/09/2025)
After 15/09/2025
Regular 550 € 600 €
Authors 450 € 500 €
PhD Students 250 € 300 €
Accompanying Persons 200 € 250 €

To register for MTECH 2025, please fill out the registration form:

Payment information:

IBAN: HR3923600001102914015
ZAGREBAČKA BANKA d.d.; TRG BANA JOSIPA JELACICA 10, 10000 ZAGREB
SWIFT: ZABAHR2X

An e-invoice will be sent after the registration form completion.

Important dates

Committees

Abstract submission:

15th September 2025

Notification of acceptance:

20th September 2025

Full paper submission:

1st October 2025

Chair:

Prof. dr. sc. Željko Alar (HDMT)

Co-Chairs:
Prof. dr. sc. Božidar Matijević (HDTOIP)
Prof. dr. sc. Damir Markučič (CeNI)
Izv. prof. dr. sc. Ivan Stojanović (HDZaMa)

Organising committee:

Dalibor Viderščak, Daniel Pustički, Suzana
Jakovljević, Dario Iljkić, Jurica Jančić, Tomislav
Kezele, Ivica Kladarić, Marin Kurtela, Darko
Landek, Izabela Martinez, Morana Mihaljević,
Maria Grozdanić, AleksandarDragojević

Calls, program & additional info

🔹 Official Languages

The official languages of the conference are Croatian and English.

 

🔹 Conference Badge

Please make sure to wear your conference badge at all times during the event, as it helps you connect more easily with other authors and participants from related fields.

All participants are registered exclusively via the official conference website: https://mtech-conf.hr

Badges will be distributed during registration on Monday from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. in front of the main conference hall, and throughout the rest of the day until the end of the sessions.

 

🔹 Coffee breaks

Coffee breaks will be served in the designated area in front of the main conference hall according to the conference programme schedule.

 

🔹 Lunch

Lunch will be provided at the hotel Jezero on both Monday and Tuesday for all registered participants.

 

🔹 Oral Presentations

Each oral presentation is limited to 12 minutes, followed by 3 minutes for discussion.

All speakers are kindly asked to prepare their presentations in English (PowerPoint format) and bring them on a USB memory device.

The design and structure of the presentation are entirely up to you, so please feel free to organize it in the way that best represents your work.

 

🔹 Poster Presentations

Poster sessions will take place in the designated area „winter garden“ in front of the main conference hall.

Authors are required to print and bring their posters to the conference.

Poster size: 70 cm × 100 cm.

Please avoid using very thick paper. Adhesive tape will be provided at the venue.

Venue & Events

The MTECH 2025 Conference will be hosted at:

Hotel Jezero
Plitvička Jezera National Park, Croatia

Nestled in the heart of one of Europe’s most stunning natural wonders and only 300 metres from Kozjak Lake, Hotel Jezero combines breathtaking surroundings with modern conference facilities – creating a truly unique setting for science, networking, and inspiration.

Participants are invited to arrange their accommodation directly with the hotel. For all inquiries and reservations, please contact:
mice@np-plitvicka-jezera.hr.

The conference ticket also includes complimentary access to the Plitvička Jezera National Park, giving you the opportunity to explore its world-renowned lakes and waterfalls during your stay.

hotel jezero

Sponsors & Partners

Organisers

HDMT 🔗
Croatian Society for Materials and Tribology

HDTOIP 🔗
Croatian Society for Heat Treatment and Surface Engineering

CeNI 🔗
Croatian Center for Non-Destructive Testing

HDZaMa 🔗
Croatian society for Materials Protection

Companies have the opportunity to present their activities and equipment or sponsor the Conference and its social events.

Presentations in the form of a poster or exhibition booth are available.

The companies that opt for sponsorship can include promotional material in the conference bag, show the company logo in the conference material and webpage, and present the company. All interested sponsors and exhibitors are welcome to contact the Organiser.

Sponsors

 

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