Analysing Art 2025
18-21 May 2025 University of Antwerp – City Campus, Convent of the Grey Sisters

The British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (BINDT), with the kind support of The True Image Solution Ltd, UK, and The Institute for Diagnostic Imaging Research (IDIR), Canada, cordially invite you to participate in the fourth international workshop, Analysing Art: New Technologies – New Applications dedicated to the application of new technologies in the analysis of cultural heritage. This time the workshop will be held in one of the most historic and cultural cities in Europe, Antwerp, Belgium, from 18-21 May 2025, at the University of Antwerp – City Campus, Convent of the Grey Sisters.
The multi-disciplinary workshop will focus on non-destructive testing for the preventive conservation of art as it relates to the sustainability of cultural heritage and will bring together scientists, engineers, curators, restoration experts, conservationists and art historians. This event will be a unique confluence of art and technology

Leading experts in this field are expected to attend from all over the world and have prepared a stimulating and informative scientific programme including substantial networking opportunities.
Registration is now open To register online click the button below or to download the booking form, click here.

Registration | ||
Full-time registration includes a welcome reception at RubensHuis, in the garden of the former home of Peter Paul Rubens, Horta Restaurant Tuesday Evening Event (Dinner and drinks at the Grand Café Horta and Art Nouveau Hall), workshop at the Convent and tours of the RubensHuis Museum and Library, as well as the Royal Museum of Fine Arts (KMSKA). Optional tours will be available (subject to sign up) to the Diamond District or the glorious Cathedral of our Lady. | Full-Time Registration | £375 + VAT |
Speaker Full-Time Registration | £275 + VAT | |
Student Full-Time Registration | £155 + VAT | |
Part-Time Registration (No evening functions included) | £95 + VAT | |
Horta Restaurant Tuesday Evening Event (Dinner and drinks) | £70 + VAT |
Schedule | ||
Sunday 18 May 2025 | ||
18.00-20.30 | RubensHuis Garden welcome reception with drinks and canapés | |
Monday 19 May 2025 | ||
09.00-09.30 | Registration, exhibition and coffee | |
09.30-10.30 | Presentations | |
10.30-10.45 | Exhibition and coffee break | |
10.45-12.15 | Presentations | |
12.15-13.15 | Lunch and exhibition | |
13.15-15.30 | Presentations | |
16.00-18.30 | Royal Museum of Fine Arts (KMSKA) tour | |
Tuesday 20 May 2025 | ||
09.00-09.30 | Registration, exhibition and coffee | |
09.30-11.00 | Presentations | |
11.00-11.15 | Exhibition and coffee break | |
11.15-12.45 | Presentations | |
12.45-13.45 | Lunch and exhibition | |
13.45-15.00 | Presentations | |
15.15 for 15.30-18.30 | RubenHuis Museum tour with a reception of drinks and canapés | |
18.45-22.30 | Dinner and drinks at the Grand Café Horta and Art Nouveau Hall | |
Wednesday 21 May 2025 | ||
09.00-09.15 | Registration, exhibition and coffee | |
09.15-11.00 | Presentations | |
11.00-11.15 | Exhibition and coffee break | |
11.15-12.15 | Presentations | |
12.15-12.45 | Lunch and exhibition | |
12.45-15.00 | Presentations | |
15.30 | Diamond District tour or Cathedral of our Lady tour (subject to pre-booking and availability). |
A range of sponsorship packages are available offering companies and organisations the opportunity to market their goods and services to this important and growing market.
Sponsorship support will demonstrate care and commitment to art and cultural heritage as well as introduce new products to a larger audience – a unique opportunity for businesses to enhance their brand, raise their profile, share their expertise and build relationships.

Sponsorship Levels | ||
Platinum – £5000
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Gold – £2500
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Silver – £1500
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Antwerp is a city rich in history and culture, famous for its port, one of the largest in Europe. With its Gothic architecture, world-renowned museums and Diamond District, Antwerp is a fascinating destination where the past and present meet harmoniously.
BINDT has secured a limited number of bedrooms at the Mercure Antwerp City Centre Hotel and the Theater Hotel at significantly discounted rates. Please ensure your accommodation booking is completed as soon as possible to avoid disappointment as rooms will be allocated on a strictly ‘first-come, first-served’ basis.
Accommodation | ||
Mercure Antwerp City Centre Hotel | Theater Hotel | |
€140.00 single room including breakfast Tourist tax: €3.00 per person per night and is not included in the above rates. Parking: €19.00 per car per day subject to availability. | €100.00 single room including breakfast €125.00 double room including breakfast Tourist tax: €2.97 per person per night and is not included in the above rates. | |
![]() All guest rooms are equipped with products of the highest quality and include: • Breakfast buffet • Wi-Fi • Tea-making facilities • NUXE luxury products and hairdryer • Safe • Ironing facilities To book accommodation and secure the allocated discounted rates for the Mercure Antwerp City Centre Hotel, contact Lisse Lenoir, Reservations Agent, by telephone at +32 3 231 15 15 or email lisse.lenoir@accor.com. The reservations team will require credit card details and a copy of your passport to secure the booking. To download a booking form, click here. |
![]() All guest rooms are equipped with products of the highest quality and include: • Wi-Fi • Safe • Ironing facilities To book accommodation and secure the allocated discounted rates for the Theater Hotel, telephone at +32 3 203 54 10 or email reservations@theater-hotel.be. The reservations team will require credit card details to secure the booking. To download a booking form, click here. |
For further information, contact:
Events and Awards Department, The British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing,
Midsummer House, Riverside Way, Bedford Road, Northampton NN1 5NX, UK.
Tel: +44 (0)1604 438300; Email: conf@bindt.org