Plastics Regulations 2018 provides expert analysis and guidance on a range of international legislative and regulatory issues that will impact on polymer producers, compounders, processors and end users doing business in the US and beyond. Organised by AMI, the two-day conference takes place in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on December 11-12.

The conference provides a rare opportunity to gain focused advice on a range of compliance issues at one event, providing a cost and time efficient way to protect and future-proof your business. Highlights from the European editions include:

Over 100 attendees
19 countries represented
20 international legal and regulatory experts comprising the speaking faculty
Full 2-day conference programme with interactive sessions
More than 8 hours of networking

Legal and regulatory experts cover new and impending regulations in areas such as food contact materials, biocides, nanomaterials, microplastics, medical devices, plastic recycling and various application specific legal requirements. They explain the real implications of forthcoming legislation in practical terms, highlighting the actions that different players in the plastics supply chain need to take to achieve compliance. Speakers also highlight areas of potential concern for the plastics industry going forward and recommended action to minimise negative impacts.

Food contact legislation is another evolving subject that has significant implications for the suppliers of polymers, additives, compounds and masterbatch, as well as the producers of food packaging and food processing equipment. Legal experts review existing and planned regulations in this area and provide advice on how to meet them. Speakers also address other areas of legislation that have critical implications for the plastics industry, including the use of recycled plastics, biocides, nanomaterials and medical devices.

Don’t get caught out by new legislative developments. Attend Plastics Regulations 2018 to discover the most effective ways to protect your business and ensure compliance!

Attending, Exhibiting and Sponsoring at Plastics Regulations 2018

For further information about attending the event, taking a table top exhibition space or sponsoring the conference with one of our unique marketing packages, please contact the Coordinator, Shannon Slaff:

Email: shannon.slaff@ami.international Tel: +1 610 478 0800

Register to attend online

1. Simply create your ‘MyAMI’ Conferences account to
    - Register for all our conferences
    - Review your conference bookings
    - Access conference presentations

2. Make your registration and pay via Visa or MasterCard

If you wish to pay via bank transfer, please complete your registration form and send to Shannon.slaff@ami.international

You will receive booking conformation by email wit further details, including details, including venue and accommodation information.

Delegate fees include:

• Admission to all conference sessions
• Admission to the exhibition area
• Admission to the Networking Cocktail Reception
• Refreshments and lunch on both days
• A copy of the printed conference proceedings
• Access to electronic versions of the conference papers for one month after the event

GROUP DISCOUNTS: Please note discounts may be available for companies wishing to register two or more delegates at the same time.

For further information on attending, exhibiting or sponsoring the conference please contact the Conference Coordinator, Shannon Slaff: 
Email: ​shannon.slaff@ami.international
Tel: +​1 610 478 0800
Fax: +1 610 478 0900

To view the up to date programme, please click on the pdf.
 
To access the document (PDF) you will require acrobat reader which can be installed for free from www.adobe.com

Interested in speaking on next year’s programme?
Please email the Conference Coordinator to express your interest now: Shannon Slaff, ​shannon.slaff@ami.international​

AMI events are more than just arenas for listening and networking. They also represent highly-targeted opportunities to enhance your image and to promote your products and services to an international audience.

Make a listing impact on AMI's senior management audiences and become an official sponsor at the Plastics Regulations conference.

For information on our available packages, download our brochure here, or contact me directly at shannon.slaff@ami.international

WHAT SPONSORING AN AMI EVENT WILL DO FOR YOU...

• Sponsorship will enable you to raise the profile of your company. Through sponsorship, you can position yourself as the market leader in the industry! 
• Your company will benefit from AMI’s extensive marketing exposure. AMI not only promotes the event to our extensive databases via direct mail, but also targets  new customers through advertisements in our online magazines. In addition to  this, hard copy brochures will be mailed to thousands of potential delegates across the globe.  
• You will increase awareness of your company’s products and services among key industry players and prospective clients.  
• Sponsoring will allow you to network with your future customers to expand your business opportunities. Our technical and high value conferences attract senior level delegates from all over the world, and attract participants covering all aspects of the supply chain. 

Don't miss out on this opportunity to further your business potential - sponsor an AMI Event today!

Running alongside the conference, the exhibition is an excellent way to enhance your business opportunities, providing the ideal setting to promote your company and its products to an international audience of an extremely high calibre.

Why exhibit at an AMI event?

• With so many delegates in attendance, having an exhibition space will make it easy for attendees to find you
• A one-page profile of your company will appear in the printed proceedings given to all attendees
• Display new and existing products on your stand for delegates to browse during networking breaks
• Hand out brochures and promotional items from your stand, not just your business card!
  

The exhibition upgrade includes:

• One exhibition space in the networking area (including one table and 2 chairs)
• A one-page profile of your company in the printed conference proceedings
  

Exhibition spaces are a popular, low-cost option for promoting your company and are allocated on a first come-first served basis, so booking early is recommended to secure your preferred space.

To book, simply complete the registration form below and return it to the Conference Coordinator:

Plastics Regulations 2018 Registration

Email: shannon.slaff@ami.international
Tel: +1 610 478 0800
Fax: +1 610 478 0900

Booking your accommodation 

Delegates are responsible for arranging their own hotel accommodation while attending the conference.

AMI has negotiated a room rate of $169 plus taxes for a room including breakfast and taxes at the Pittsburgh Marriott City Center for attendees who make their reservations by November 19 2018. Click here to book your room directly.

Alternatively, you can contact the Reservations Department directly:

Tel: +1 (800) 228-9290 or +1 (412) 471-4000 

Please state that you will be attending AMI’s Plastics Regulations 2018 conference.

Please do not accept offers from companies claiming to be calling on behalf of AMI to help you book your hotel. We do not book accommodation on behalf of attendees and recommend you book directly with the hotel as above. 

Travel Information

Marriott Pittsburgh City Center
112 Washington Place
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
United States

Tel: +1 ​412 471 4000

View "Maps and Transportation" for directions and airport information.

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To promote your presence at the conference, include the below Plastics Regulations 2018 promotional banner and logo in your emails and on your company’s industry calendar of events. Together, we will make this an outstanding event!

If you would like to give a paper at the 2019 conference, please send a title, short summary, and speaker details to Mr. Sean Manson.

Presenting a paper is an excellent opportunity to showcase your legal and regulatory knowledge and expertise. It is also the opportunity to demonstrate your experience and to present a case study of how your company navigated a regulatory challenge. As a speaker, you receive free admission to the conference and networking cocktail reception.

Papers are invited on all legal and regulatory aspects affecting the plastics supply chain. Examples could cover:

• Updates to legislation and regulations
• Food contact materials (e.g. recycled materials. Potable water, etc.)
• Biocides
• Non-Intentionally Added Substances (NIAS)
• Printing inks, coatings and adhesives for food contact packaging
• Migration testing
• Plastics recycling regulations
• Waste directive
• Marine litter / Microplastics
• Nanomaterials
• Medical devices
• Cosmetics
• Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals
• RoHS
• Application specific legal requirements (e.g. toys, healthcare, ELV’s, etc.)
• Composites reinforced materials
• Global chemical inventories and their requirements
• Thermoplastic elastomers
• Restrictions on plastics used in consumer applications: present and future
• Flame retardancy in plastics

We also welcome suggestions of other topics relevant to this market.

Speakers have a 30-minute slot including 5 minutes for questions.

If you would like to give a paper at the 2019 conference, please send a title, short summary, and speaker details to Mr. Sean Manson
Email: sean.manson@ami.international
Tel: +44 (0)117 314 8111

Related consulting research:

Plastics recycling in Europe - Capacity, capabilities and future trends 2018

Fot further information, please contact elizabeth.carroll@ami.international

Related databases:

Plastics recyclers in Europe

For further information and details of current prices, please visit the website or contact evren.akfirat@ami.international