(L-R) Alderman Meris Sehovic; Kamel Amroune, CEO of The Dots Luxembourg; Alderman Bruno Cavaleiro; Christian Weis, Mayor of Esch-sur-Alzette; Hua Ning, Chinese Ambassador to Luxembourg;
Credit: Ali Sahib, Chronicle.lu
On Monday 23 March 2026, the official opening ceremony of EschTechWeek 2026, organised by The Dots, a Luxembourg-based innovation and technology agency, took place at Esch City Hall, marking the launch of the event’s second edition focused on innovation, collaboration and technological development.
The event brought together around 80 guests, including Christian Weis, Mayor of Esch-sur-Alzette, Kamel Amroune, CEO of The Dots Luxembourg, as well as Hua Ning, Chinese Ambassador to Luxembourg, Chun Young-Hee, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Luxembourg, along with representatives of other diplomatic missions and various sectors.
In his opening speech, Christian Weis highlighted the city’s forward-looking approach and its ambition to build the future through collaboration between education, research and industry. He noted that Esch-sur-Alzette, home to around 38,000 residents, has become a dynamic hub attracting students, researchers and businesses.
He also underlined the strong interest in the event, stating that workshops were already fully booked and that participation had exceeded expectations. “It is already a success from the very start. […] The registrations have exceeded what we expected,” he said.
Kamel Amroune then welcomed guests, noting that the event was the result of several months of preparation and emphasising the importance of continued support from partners and sponsors in making the initiative possible.
Alderman Bruno Cavaleiro outlined the structure and objectives of the week-long programme, highlighting that it brings together different formats, from institutional discussions and debates on artificial intelligence to interactive sessions, company visits and public events. He noted that the initiative aims to make technology more accessible and to create links between different sectors of society.
He also emphasised the importance of engaging young people, stating that the event is designed to encourage them to explore, experiment and develop skills for the future. “We want young people not to be spectators of this transformation, but actors,” he said.
The five-day programme, running until Saturday 28 March 2026, features a range of activities including conferences, debates and round-table discussions on artificial intelligence and innovation, as well as interactive workshops for students, company visits and public events aimed at engaging a wider audience. Highlights include a mock trial exploring ethical questions around AI, a dedicated Tech Ecosystem Day focusing on HealthTech and a closing public celebration with entertainment and interactive experiences.
Speaking to Chronicle.lu after the opening ceremony, Kamel Amroune highlighted the growth of the event compared to its first edition, noting a significant increase in participation and partnerships. “We have more people this year. We doubled all the figures,” he said, citing, among others, more than 200 participants expected at the Tech Supreme Court event and over 400 at the business-focused day.
The opening evening continued with finger food and drinks, offering attendees an opportunity for informal networking.
