Birmingham has won the bid to host the 85th Annual Meeting of the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology (SVP) in November 2025, marking a significant milestone for the city’s scientific and business tourism landscape.

The event will bring together 1,200 international palaeontologists, researchers, and scholars to the ICC Birmingham from November 12-15, 2025, making it only the second UK city and third European destination to host the prestigious global gathering.

According to the UK Government’s official tourism and business website, the conference is expected to generate over £1.5 million for the West Midlands economy, further solidifying Birmingham’s reputation as a hub for STEM research and international business events.

A Premier Scientific Gathering

The University of Birmingham, which will act as the local host, will organize a diverse programme featuring symposiums, technical sessions, exhibitions, film screenings, and discussions on vertebrate evolution, fossil conservation, and palaeontology advancements.

Strategic Win for Birmingham

The successful bid was secured through the joint efforts of the Birmingham and West Midlands Convention Bureau, the NEC Group’s ICC Birmingham, VisitBritain, MCI USA, and the University of Birmingham.

Steve Knight, Senior Business Tourism Manager at the West Midlands Growth Company, emphasized the event’s importance, stating:

“Welcoming the world’s leading palaeontologists to Birmingham is a testament to the region’s growing profile as a premier destination for international conferences. We are excited to showcase the city’s world-class facilities and dynamic cultural scene.”

Scientific & Economic Impact

With a £10.3 billion life sciences economy and 87,000 STEM graduates annually, the West Midlands is an emerging powerhouse for scientific research and innovation.

Professor Richard Butler, Chair of Vertebrate Palaeontology at the University of Birmingham, highlighted the academic significance of the event, stating:

“This is an extraordinary opportunity to bring together global experts, fostering new collaborations and showcasing Birmingham’s rich scientific and cultural heritage in our university’s 125th anniversary year.”

Looking Ahead

Delegates will have access to exclusive field excursions across the West Midlands’ fossil-rich countryside, as well as networking events at landmark cultural sites.

With Birmingham’s growing reputation as a leading scientific and business tourism destination, the SVP 2025 Annual Meeting will further strengthen the city’s standing in the global research and conference industry.

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