General Information
The 17th European Conference on Turbomachinery Fluid Dynamics and Thermodynamics (ETC17) will be held in Gdańsk, Poland, from April 19 to April 23, 2027. The conference covers, from a scientific and engineering perspective, the fluid dynamics and thermodynamics of turbomachinery, as well as turbomachinery-based propulsion systems and power systems.
Organizers
For this edition, the conference is hosted and organized by the Gdańsk University of Technology and Institute of Fluid-Flow Machinery of the Polish Academy of Sciences.
Both institutions are located directly at the conference venue on the campus in the Wrzeszcz district.
Gdańsk University of Technology
- Founded in 1904 as the oldest technical university in Poland
- Nearly 14,000 students (including undergraduates, postgraduates, and doctoral students)
- Over 1,300 academic teachers and professors
- More than 1,000 international students
- 40 fields of study across 8 faculties Member of the Fahrenheit Union of
- Universities in Gdańsk and the CDIO Initiative
Institute of Fluid-Flow Machinery, Polish Academy of Sciences (IMP PAN)
- Founded in 1956 as a leading center for research in fluid mechanics, multiphase flows, thermodynamics, and energy conversion machinery
- Employs approximately 210 staff, including about 70 researchers focused on turbomachinery design, construction, and diagnostics
- Authorized to confer doctoral and postdoctoral degrees in mechanical engineering
ARRIVING
Arriving in Gdansk
The international airport serving Gdańsk is Lech Wałęsa Airport (GDN). The city center can be reached by SKM train every 15 minutes (20–30 minutes), or by taxi and shuttle services.
Main Airport – Lech Wałęsa (GDN)
The airport offers direct connections from most European cities and long-haul flights via major hubs such as Frankfurt, Warsaw, London, Paris, and Amsterdam.
https://www.airport.gdansk.pl
From Gdańsk Airport to Downtown (Your First 15 km)
By train (PKM): A convenient rail service connects the airport to the city.
By bus: Public bus connections are available for travellers.
By taxi: Licensed taxi services operate directly from the airport.
Distance: ~15 km to the city centre, ~12 km to the Gdańsk Tech campus.
Tip: Public transport tickets can be purchased at most stops, or via the FALA system directly on board by tapping your card.
TOURIST INFO
What to see
Gdańsk is the capital of the Pomeranian Voivodeship, located at the mouth of the Motława River on the Baltic Sea. The city was first mentioned in 997.
Historical Significance
Gdańsk has a rich history, it was founded in 10th century and in 1361 it became a member of Hanseatic League which boosted the city’s economic, urban and demographic development. Gdańsk is associated with Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit – a physicist, inventor and a scientific instrument maker (he invented a mercury-inglass thermometer) who spent the first 14 years of his life in Gdańsk; and Johannes Hevelius – an astronomer and founder of lunar topography, a renowned brewer, councillor and mayor of Gdańsk. Gdańsk is also associated with the Solidarity movement which started the downfall of communism in Europe. Gdańsk is a city where history can be found on every step, it is full of beautiful monuments and buildings. We hope you will find some time to explore our lovely city. By the way, the oldest part of Gdańsk is called the Main Town.
Modern Gdańsk
Today it is a vibrant port city with about 486,000 residents and 1.5 million in the Tricity metropolitan area.
Cultural Heritage
The city features the European Solidarity Centre, the Museum of WWII, and rich Gothic and Renaissance architecture.
Features of Gdańsk
Capital of the Pomeranian Voivodeship
Main Attractions
Gdańsk is a historic port city on Poland’s Baltic coast, known for its distinctive architecture, waterfront setting, and important role in European history. The city offers a mix of cultural sites, museums, and a walkable Old Town that provides a practical and pleasant setting for visitors. Its manageable scale and clear character make Gdańsk a straightforward and appealing location for this year’s conference.
Motlawa zuraw
winter panorama of Gdańsk
winter panorama of Gdańsk
Neptun
Molo
Stocznia, Gdańsk Shipyard
mariacka
mariacka
Dluga street
dluga street, gnasnk
Dluga street
Dluga street
PRATICAL MATTER
Language
The official language of Poland is Polish. English is widely used in tourism. English is the official language of ETC17.
Climate
April brings mild temperatures around 8–15°C with possible rain showers.
Currency, credit card and exchanging money
The currency is the Polish Złoty (PLN). Credit and debit cards are accepted almost everywhere.
place to stay
A curated list of hotels
We will take care of this next year; the conference is planned for 2027.