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CDC 2027 Abreu Events Organizes One of the World’s Leading Conferences in Systems and Control

CDC 2027: Lisbon to Host One of the World’s Leading Conferences in Systems and Control

From 13 to 17 December 2027, the Centro de Congressos de Lisboa will welcome the 66th IEEE Conference on Decision and Control (CDC), bringing together around 2,000 participants from across the globe. Recognised as the premier scientific and engineering conference dedicated to the advancement of systems and control theory and practice, this event further reinforces Lisbon’s position as a top international destination for large-scale technical and scientific congresses.

The local organisation will be led by Abreu Events, delivering an integrated, efficient, and high-quality experience for delegates, speakers, sponsors, and exhibitors.
A global stage for systems and control science

Technically sponsored by the IEEE and strongly supported by the IEEE Control Systems Society, founded in 1954, the CDC annually gathers leading researchers, academics, and industry professionals to:

• - Present cutting-edge research results
• - Discuss future developments
• - Explore innovative applications in decision-making and automatic control

The conference proceedings are expected to be indexed in major international scientific databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar, ensuring global visibility and impact.

  Applications that shape the future
The importance of this conference is reflected in the wide range of sectors where control systems play a critical role, including:

• - Aerospace and automotive systems
• - Communication networks
• - Cyber-physical systems
• - Robotics
• - Power grids and process control
• - Smart communities
• - Advanced manufacturing
• - Micro and nanosystems
• - Systems and synthetic biology

CDC stands at the intersection of fundamental science, technological development, and real-world applications that influence society.

An integrated management by Abreu Events
Abreu Events will deliver a comprehensive operational model, coordinating every logistical and experiential component of the congress.

Participant and stakeholder management

• - Full registration management using dedicated local equipment
• - Delegate check-in with professional hostesses
• - Badge and lanyard production
• - Sponsor and exhibitor management

Venue infrastructure and on-site operations

• - Convention centre meeting room rental
• - Security and medical services
• - Cleaning and Wi-Fi connectivity
• - Audiovisual solutions
• - Signage and additional furniture
• - Technical support for the exhibition area and floor marking

Scientific programme and organisational support

• - Speakers’ travel and accommodation management
• - Student accommodation programme (CSS international support)
• - Paper review system coordination
• - Programme and content management
• - Conference app development
• - Scientific programme production

Catering and networking moments

• - Opening and closing receptions
• - Coffee breaks for workshops and main conference
• - Daily lunch boxes throughout the event
• - Gala banquet at Pátio da Galé
• - VIP dinner and dedicated transportation

Additional specialised services

• - T-shirts for volunteers
• - Payment and credit card fee management
• - Coordination of the IEEE international audit

Creating congresses that foster knowledge and collaboration
The scale and complexity of an event hosting 2,000 participants require highly specialised management, where technology, logistics, and participant experience are seamlessly integrated.

With CDC 2027, Abreu Events once again strengthens its role as a strategic partner in the delivery of large-scale international congresses, ensuring operational excellence, responsiveness, and the creation of environments that promote knowledge sharing and global scientific collaboration.