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Recycling Week 2027

5th WORLD RECYCLING CONVENTION

May 05-06, 2027, Milan, Italy

Theme: Next-Gen Recycling: Technology, Innovation, and Partnership

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About   Event

Welcome to 5th World Recycling Convention

Building on the success of four remarkable editions, the 5th World Recycling Convention 2027 brings together the global recycling community in Milan, Italy. Centered on the theme, "Next-Gen Recycling: Technology, Innovation, and Partnership," the conference will showcase cutting-edge technologies, innovative circular solutions, and strategic collaborations driving the future of recycling, resource recovery, and sustainable development.

Where
Milan, Italy
When
May 05-06, 2027
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Meet Our Past Attendees

Our past attendees represent a diverse network of senior executives, industry pioneers, technology leaders and business professionals driving innovation and transformation across their respective sectors.

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Lead the Conversation

Position yourself as a thought leader by sharing your expertise, presenting innovative solutions, and contributing to discussions that shape the future of the global recycling industry.

Build High-Value Partnerships

Connect with C-level executives, policymakers, investors, technology providers, and industry leaders to create strategic collaborations and unlock new business opportunities.

Discover Next-Generation Innovation

Explore breakthrough technologies, AI-driven recycling solutions, circular business models, and emerging market trends that are transforming resource recovery and sustainable manufacturing.

Strengthen Your Brand Visibility

Showcase your organization, products, and expertise to an international audience through speaking opportunities, exhibitions, sponsorships, and targeted networking with key decision-makers.

Why This Conference Matters

Where Innovation Drives Business Growth

Join a global platform where technology leaders, recyclers, manufacturers, policymakers, investors, and sustainability experts come together to exchange ideas, discover breakthrough innovations, and build strategic partnerships. Gain practical insights, expand your professional network, and unlock new opportunities that drive business growth and accelerate the transition to a circular economy.

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Meet Our Distinguished Past Speakers

Gain insights from renowned industry leaders, sustainability experts, researchers, and innovators who have shared their knowledge and experiences at previous editions of Recycling Week. Explore the influential voices that have inspired meaningful discussions and driven advancements in recycling, waste management, and the circular economy.

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Jaakko Martikainen

Director at Valmet Technologies Oy, Finland

Jaakko Martikainen is a sustainability and circular economy professional at Valmet, focused on advancing resource efficiency, industrial decarbonization, and circular business solutions. He specializes in recycling, waste valorization, and sustainable technologies, helping organizations drive innovation and achieve their environmental and business goals.

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Ernesto Barcelo’s

ESG Corporate Director at Gestamp, Spain

Ernesto Barceló Rodríguez is ESG Corporate Director at Gestamp, leading sustainability, quality, and regulatory initiatives. With extensive international experience, he specializes in ESG strategy, circular economy, industrial quality, and sustainable business transformation.

Francesco Crotti

Technical & R&D Director at Cisa Production S.r.l., Italy

Francesco Crotti is Technical & R&D Director at Cisa Group with over 20 years of experience in pharmaceutical, medical, and laboratory engineering. He specializes in R&D, sterilization, and infection control systems, and is the inventor of nine patents.

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Nicolas MENET

Plastic Recycling Business Development Manager, Axens

Nicolas Menet is Business Development Manager for Plastic Chemical Recycling Technologies at Axens. With over 20 years of experience in the energy sector, he specializes in chemical recycling, circular economy solutions, and innovative technologies that improve industrial performance and sustainability.

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  • 09:40 – 10:25 Panel Discussion 1

    World 2030: Circularity as Core Industrial Strategy

    • Circular Business Models & Value Chain Innovation
    • Circular Supply Chains: Closing the Loop from Design to Recovery
    • Industrial Decarbonisation & Resource Efficiency
    • Building Global Circular Partnerships
  • 10:45 – 12:05 Speaking Session 1

    AI, Machine Learning & Robotics: Transforming Smart Recycling Systems

    • AI-Powered Waste Sorting & Quality Control
    • Robotics & Automation in Material Recovery
    • Smart Recycling Facilities & Digital Twins
    • Predictive Analytics for Recycling Operations
    • Intelligent Resource Recovery Systems
  • 12:05 – 12:50 Panel Discussion 2

    Advanced Material Recycling: AI Sorting, Molecular Recycling & the Race for Purity

    • Mechanical vs Chemical Recycling
    • AI-Driven Material Identification
    • Feedstock Quality & Material Purity
    • Next-Generation Recycling Technologies
  • 01:50 – 03:10 Speaking Session 2

    Innovative Recycling Technologies for Next-Generation Materials

    • Advanced Plastic Recycling Technologies
    • Battery & Critical Raw Material Recovery
    • Sustainable Packaging & Material Innovation
    • Future Materials for Circular Manufacturing
    • Scaling Recycling Innovation
  • 03:10 – 03:55 Panel Discussion 3

    The Three Waste Crises: E-Waste, Batteries & Plastics — Where Regulation Meets Opportunity

    • E-Waste & Critical Minerals Recovery
    • Battery Circularity & Second-Life Applications
    • Plastic Recycling Innovation
    • Global Market Opportunities
  • 04:15 – 05:35 Speaking Session 3

    Digitalization & Smart Systems in Waste Management

    • Digital Recycling Ecosystems
    • Smart Waste Collection & Monitoring
    • Digital Product Passports
    • IoT & Data-Driven Recycling
    • Traceability Across the Value Chain
  • 05:35 – 06:30 Speaking Session 4

    ReVenture Arena: Technology, Innovation & Sustainability

    • Startup Innovation Showcase
    • Circular Economy Success Stories
    • Emerging Recycling Technologies
    • Investment & Collaboration Opportunities
    • Future Industry Solutions
  • 09:40 – 10:25 Panel Discussion 1

    Digital Recycling Ecosystems: Platforms, Data & the End of "Trust Me" Sustainability

    • Digital Transparency & Data Sharing
    • AI & Smart Recycling Platforms
    • Material Traceability
    • Building Trusted Circular Value Chains
  • 10:45 – 12:05 Speaking Session 1

    Global Recycling Regulations: What Brands and Recyclers Need to Know

    • PPWR & Global Policy Updates
    • Recycling Standards & Compliance
    • Brand Responsibilities
    • International Market Requirements
    • Regulatory Outlook
  • 12:05 – 12:50 Panel Discussion 2

    Circular Supply Chains: Closing the Loop from Design to Recovery

    • Design for Recycling
    • Reverse Logistics & Material Recovery
    • Circular Manufacturing Strategies
    • Cross-Industry Collaboration
  • 01:50 – 03:10 Speaking Session 2

    Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) & Regulatory Frameworks

    • EPR Best Practices
    • Producer Responsibility Strategies
    • ESG & Sustainability Compliance
    • Public Policy Developments
    • Future Regulatory Trends
  • 03:10 – 03:55 Panel Discussion 3

    Net Zero Pathways: Accelerating Decarbonization Through Circular Economy & Recycling

    • Industrial Decarbonisation
    • Circular Economy for Net Zero
    • Green Manufacturing
    • Investment in Low-Carbon Technologies
  • 04:15 – 05:35 Speaking Session 3

    Textile Circularity: Closing Europe's Lowest-Performing Recycling Loop

    • Textile Collection & Sorting
    • Fibre-to-Fibre Recycling
    • Circular Fashion
    • Sustainable Textile Innovation
    • Closing the Textile Loop
  • 05:35 – 06:30 Speaking Session 4

    Reloop: From Waste to Worth

    • Waste-to-Value Business Models
    • Circular Economy Success Stories
    • Industry Partnerships
    • Investment & Commercialisation
    • Future Outlook for Circular Innovation

Meet the Minds Driving Next-Gen Recycling

Engage with influential leaders from across the recycling value chain, including industry executives, technology providers, researchers, government representatives, manufacturers, and sustainability experts. Discover new opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and business growth while expanding your global professional network.

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Industry Leaders & Decision-Makers

Connect with CEOs, executives, business owners, and senior leaders driving innovation, investment, and strategic growth across the global recycling industry.

Technology Innovators & Solution Providers

Meet pioneers developing AI-powered recycling systems, advanced processing technologies, digital solutions, automation, and next-generation circular innovations.

Policymakers & Sustainability Leaders

Engage with government authorities, regulators, industry associations, and ESG professionals shaping policies and accelerating the transition to a circular economy.

Manufacturers, Investors & Circular Economy Partners

Build valuable relationships with manufacturers, brand owners, investors, recyclers, and sustainability partners exploring new business opportunities and collaborative solutions.

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