The Peripheral Nerve Society (PNS) and the World Muscle Society (WMS) are pleased to share that the two societies are exploring a joint international congress in Europe in September 2029.

Both organisations are actively evaluating this opportunity as a way to bring together the global muscle and nerve communities, encourage cross‑disciplinary dialogue, and enhance scientific collaboration. The aim is that this joint event would take the place of each society’s individual annual meeting for 2029.

Current projections indicate that a combined congress could draw up to 3,000 attendees from over 65 different countries, making it one of the largest gatherings in the neuromuscular field.

Call for Expressions of Interest – Local Organising Committees (LOCs)

As part of this exploratory process, we are inviting expressions of interest from potential Local Organising Committees based in European cities. Eligible committees must consist of current WMS or PNS members. This step will help both societies assess feasibility and potential host locations.

We will send the full bid specifications and submission details to anyone who registers their interest through the joint PNS and WMS Congress RFP information site.

The deadline to submit initial bids is 2 July 2026. Shortlisted bids will then be invited to present to the PNS and WMS Executive Boards in July 2026.

Link to RFP specifications

We look forward to evaluating this exciting opportunity and will share additional updates as planning progresses.

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