Officials about us

Vladimir Putin 
President of the Russian Federation

«Our country was always famous for its inventors. We must save up the unique innovative capital which has been accumulated by generations of talented Russian

scientists, engineers, designers. Hundreds of discoveries are waiting for their hour, they are to be implemented into manufacture to make the Russian technical products competitive. Here again the priority is given to ensuring due protection of industrial property objects - patents, industrial samples, trade marks and certificates.

I am convinced, that the Salon "Archimedes" that has collected visitors from Russia and other states, becomes a well-timed and important impulse for modernization of national economy … »

Francis Gurry
Director General of WIPO

«It is a great pleasure for me to welcome, on behalf of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) the participants and the organizers of the XXIII Moscow International Salon of Inventions and

Innovation Technologies — Archimedes 2020 conducted in the Russian Federation to promote inventions and innovations.

The Russian Federation has always been known for its outstanding innovations and technologies, which contributed to the Russian Federation's status as one of the leading countries in the world. This country gave to the world many universally known inventors. The Russian Federation retains its high positions in the world in the field of breakthrough inventions.

WIPO fully supports the activities of the Russian Federation to promote the innovative activity in the country and its desire to maintain the status of one of the biggest economies in the world in terms of patent filing. This aim can be achieved through technological development and continuous progress in research and development. Adoption of new technologies and introduction of inventions into the society's everyday life can also contribute to this goal.

Let me wish the organizers of the Salon every success in the important task of promoting creativity and innovation in the Russian Federation.

I am confident that the excellent cooperation between WIPO and the Russian Federation will only become stronger in the years to come».

Alireza Rastegar IFIA President

 IFIA President Message

In today's technologically competitive world, invention and innovation are the key factors to ensure economic and industrial advancement in each country.

The organization of international invention exhibitions where innovative technologies and products are showcased and visited by the businessmen, manufacturers and stakeholders will contribute to the application of such technologies in the industry and development of economy.

International Federation of Inventors' Associations (IFIA) whose aim has been to promote the culture of invention and innovation since1968 highly supports the creation of an international platform where the world inventors get together, exchange innovative knowledge and display the fruits of their mind.

The Moscow International Salon of Inventions and Innovative Technologies “Archimedes” is definitely one of the important invention exhibitions around the world where hundreds of inventors, researchers, universities, associations, national and international organizations participate and enjoy exceptional privileges that the event provides them.

Archimedes also has a highly successful record for the commercialization of inventions due to the fact that manufacturers, commercial agents, promoters, financiers, users and entrepreneurs visit the showcased inventions and make concrete deals during the event.

This year the 23rd edition of “Archimedes” will be held on March 24th to 27th 2020 in Moscow, Russia for providing a good opportunity for the inventors from around the world to show case their inventions and research activity in this great event.  

IFIA offers its unconditional support to “Archimedes 2020” due to its underlying concept of disseminating the culture of invention and innovation nationally and internationally which as is in parallel with IFIA's mandate.

IFIA members and the world inventors are highly encouraged to take part in “Archimedes 2020” which offers you an exceptional chance to display your innovative accomplishments and connect with technology seekers.

Finally I would like to express my sincerest appreciation to the organizing committee of the Moscow International Salon of Inventions and Innovative Technologies for creating this opportunity for the inventors and innovators worldwide.

I hope all participants will enjoy this great event.