ELIA Together 2026 returns on 19-20 February 2026 in Porto, inviting freelancers, language service providers (LSPs), and industry leaders to come together for two days of connection, collaboration, and shared learning. The event provides a timely opportunity to exchange and explore how to approach the year ahead.

Under the theme The Power of Co-Creation: Collaboration on Focus, this edition offers a programme designed to help participants rethink how they work together, communicate value, and build resilient partnerships. Expect insightful presentations and interactive workshops by over 20 industry speakers, and opportunities for engaging conversations that inspire forward-thinking solutions and support the industry’s human touch.

Why Should LSPs Join?

Together 2026 provides a focused space for LSPs to step back from day-to-day pressure and rethink how collaboration can support sustainable growth. By attending, LSPs will gain:

• Clearer, more consistent workflows: develop approaches that reduce friction, improve communication and support more predictable delivery.
• A freelancer network that understands your operational needs: meet linguists who appreciate workflow pressures, quality expectations and the role of aligned communication.
• Operational insight from peers: gain practical perspectives from leaders balancing resource planning, pricing pressure and shifting client expectations.
• Visibility in a space designed for purposeful connection: take part in conversations that help clarify expectations and support long-term, effective partnerships.

Why Should Freelancers Join?

For freelancers, Together 2026 is an opportunity to move beyond isolation and reposition themselves as strategic partners and collaborators. By attending, freelancers will gain:

• Stronger alignment with the companies you want to work with.
• Skills that support your everyday decisions: tools for navigating workflow challenges, communication gaps and new technologies with confidence.
• Clarity in how you express your value: how to communicate your strengths.
• A professional community that supports your growth: connect with fellow freelancers and companies.

Beyond the sessions, Together 2026 offers a welcoming atmosphere and strong sense of community to all attendees, first-timers and regulars alike. The Together Fair and Networking moments, including shared meals, the social events, and informal conversations between the sessions, encourage genuine connections that continue well beyond the event.

“What I value most [about ELIA events] is the opportunity to learn from my peers in the industry and to share my own experience as well. I also truly appreciate that, regardless of company size or years in business, everyone treats each other as equals and interacts with genuine respect and openness.” – Sotir Rangelov, Oltrans

Set in the charming city of Porto at the Crowne Plaza, the venue offers an inspiring location for reflection, learning, and collaboration, combining modern comfort with easy access to one of Europe’s most characterful cities. By staying onsite at the venue, you will benefit from more opportunities for interaction with peers, speakers, and partners and more time to engage, reflect, and build relationships.

ELIA Together 2026 will turn into a space to co-create clarity, strengthen trust, and shape how our industry works together in the years ahead. 

For more information and registration details, visit ELIA Together 2026 or contact us via email. Early Bird registration is closing soon, so don’t miss this limited-time opportunity to save!

Let’s reconnect, refocus, and co-create the future of collaboration at #ELIATogether in Porto.