Exploring the future of plastics recycling - new ways to boost productivity, quality and profitability
The Plastics Recycling Technology conference takes place in Austria for its 3rd edition. Now more than ever, the pressure is on to recycle more plastics and to add value to reclaimed materials. Plastics Recycling Technology 2021 examines the latest technologies for increasing the volume of plastics being recycled and explores ways to improve the quality of reclaimed materials so that they can be used in higher-value applications. Leading experts come together to discuss advances in plastics recycling systems, from sorting and cleaning through to compounding and pelletisation. They also examine developments in additives for boosting the properties, appearance, compatibility an processability of recycled plastics, and circular design for better end-of life processing, and circular design for better end-of life processing.
Why attend
- Gain insight into market trends and the latest technology for post-consumer recycling
- Understand how key recycling projects are enabling collaboration along the entire value chain
- Discover how new technologies are increasing recycling rates and producing better quality products
- Learn from industry experts about new and impending regulations affecting plastics recycling
- Network with key stakeholders from the plastics recycling supply chain
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Speakers include
Jean-Luc Dubois, Scientific Director, Arkema
Paul Niedl, Commercial Head, Starlinger
& Co.
Tim Grabiel, Senior Lawyer, Environmental
Investigation Agency
Luke Douglas-Home, Managing Director, Clear Public Space
Charlotte Glassneck, Manager for Plastic Applications, Circular
Economy Department, TOMRA
SORTING GmbH
Previous attending companies
AGFA ● APTAR PHARMA ● AVERY DENNISON ● CHANEL PARFUM BEAUTÉ ● DECATHLON ● ELLA'S KITCHEN ● EREMA ● EUROPEAN PLASTICS CONVERTERS (EUPC) ● H&M GROUP ● METRO AG ● NESTLÉ ● P&G ● PEPSICO ● PHILIPS ● RAVAGO ● RKW ● RPC-BPI GROUP ● STOCKHOLM VATTEN OCH AVFALL ● TARKETT ● TETRA PAK ● TOYOTA MOTOR EUROPE ● VEOLIA POLYMERS
Testimonials
"Good networking and great overview of the wide range of topics within recycling”
Technical Product Manager Speciality Additives, BAERLOCHER, GmbH
"Very informative and on point! High level presentations."
Material R&D Engineer, APTAR PHARMA
Sponsors
Contact us
For further information on attending, exhibiting or sponsoring the conference please contact the Conference Organiser:
Carole Charrade
E/ carole.charrade@ami.international
T/+44 (0)117 314 8111
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Bookings
of 2 or more delegates made together may be eligible for a group discount.
Please contact the Conference Organiser for more details.
Delegate prices
All prices include our full two-day conference, attendance to our drinks reception, conference lunches and refreshment breaks, and the conference pack.
We reward our early-booking delegates with the best discounts:
Save €300 between 21st November 2020 and 23rd April 2021 - use discount code PP1137
Save €200 between 24th April 2021 and 23rd July 2021 - use discount code EB1137
Full price: €1395* (from 25th July 2021)
* may be subject to VAT
Exhibition packages
Includes one exhibition space in the networking area, and entry for one company representative, where you can promote your products and services to the targeted audience.
Early booking discount
Save €250 until 23rd April 2021 - use discount code EX1137
Full price: €2250* (from 24th April 2021)
Please note: Exhibitions cannot be booked online.
Please email the organiser for details on securing your
exhibition space.
*may be subject to VAT
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As the COVID-19 situation is changing daily, we want you to feel totally confident about booking your place at Plastics Recycling Technology.
- If AMI needs to reschedule this event, we will roll over your booking to the new dates.
- If AMI are unable to run this event in the next 12 months, you will be able to use your registration against any AMI event within the next 12 months or get credit to use towards another AMI product.
If you are unable to commit at this time, please save the date of this conference and book your place when circumstances change. Add the event to your calendar here.
Contact us
For further information on attending, exhibiting or sponsoring the conference please contact the Conference Organiser:
Carole Charrade
E/ carole.charrade@ami.international
T/+44 (0)117 314 8111
Speaking Opportunities
The programme for this event is complete, however, we are always
interested in receiving new topics/ideas/suggestions/abstracts. We are happy to
keep your information on file in case a space opens up on the program, or for
the next edition of the event. Please send any suggestions to the Conference
Organiser.
Alternatively, you could present your topic to a
targeted audience via a webinar, please contact the Organiser for further
details about it.
Carole Charrade
E/ carole.charrade@ami.international
T/+44 (0)117 314 8111
Conference Programme
Now more than ever, the pressure is on to recycle more plastics and to add value to reclaimed materials. Plastics Recycling Technology 2021 examines the latest technologies for increasing the volume of plastics being recycled and explores ways to improve the quality of reclaimed materials so that they can be used in higher value applications. Leading experts come together to discuss advances in plastics recycling systems, from sorting and cleaning through to compounding and pelletization. They also examine developments in additives for boosting the properties, appearance, compatibility and processability of recycled plastics.
The Plastics Recycling Technology conference is focused on exploring the future of plastics recycling - new ways to boost productivity, quality and profitability. This provides attendees the chance to participate in two days of presentations with a multitude of networking opportunities.
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New for 2021: Starlinger “bag 2 bag” site visit: 19 April 2021
You will first stop at the Starlinger recycling technology business unit and have a look at the recycling equipment in operation. They will demonstrate both the recycling machine that turns used, washed PP big bags into regranulate and also the recycling machine that turns used, washed PET bottles into regranulate. The next stop will be at the Starlinger textile packaging business unit where you will see the tape stretching line and circular loom in operation which are used to produce big bag fabric.
Key topics
- Global recycling market
overview, including a closer look at the EU and Asian markets
- Innovative solutions for
hard to recycle materials, such as PP and HDPE marine nets
- Modular chemical
recycling solutions for treatment of residues in mixed-material processing
plants
- Overcoming challenges
and exploring opportunities of the recycling industry in the decade of
2020-2030
- The journey of converting research into commercial products
Speakers include
Mr. Hans
Axel Kristensen, CEO, PLASTIX A/S
Mr. Adrian Griffiths, CEO, RECYCLING TECHNOLOGIES
Dr. Manuela Casutt, Product Manager Polymer Additives, L.
BRÜGGEMANN GmbH & Co. KG
Mr. Thomas Baldt,
Sales Representative DACH, ZEN ROBOTICS
Mr. Chris Slijkhuis, General Manager, MGG POLYMERS
GmbH
Contact us
For further information on attending, exhibiting or sponsoring the conference please contact the Conference Organiser:
Carole Charrade
Email: carole.charrade@ami.international
Tel: +44 (0)117 314 8111
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Starlinger “bag 2 bag” site visit
You will first stop at the Starlinger recycling technology business unit and have a look at the recycling equipment in operation.
They will demonstrate both the recycling machine that turns used, washed PP big bags into regranulate and also the recycling machine that turns used, washed PET bottles into regranulate.
The next stop will be at the Starlinger textile packaging business unit where you will see the tape stretching line and circular loom in operation which are used to produce big bag fabric.
Schedule: Tuesday 19 October 2021
15.00 Travel to Starlinger premises
Practical Demonstration (approx. finish at 17.00)
18.00 Return to the hotel
Places are limited, so book to avoid disappointment.
Contact the Conference Organiser:
Carole Charrade
Email: carole.charrade@ami.international
Tel: +44 (0)117 314 8111

Image: Starlinger & Co GmbH
Exhibition
Running
in conjunction with the conference, the exhibition is an integral part of the
event, providing the ideal setting to promote your company and its products to
the international audience. As an exhibitor, a profile
of your company is included in the official conference pack distributed
to all attending delegates and sold after the conference to interested parties.
The exhibition package
includes an exhibition space in the registration
area and coffee break foyer, located directly outside the conference room and entry for one representative from your company. Exhibitors may either use
tables provided by the hotel or bring their own stand or display.
Please note that only a
limited number of spaces are available, and these are allocated on
a first come-first served basis.
Pricing
Early booking discount
Save €250 until 24th January 2021 - use discount code EX1137
Full price: €2250* (from 25th January 2021)
Please note: Exhibitions cannot be booked online.
Please email the organiser for details on securing your
exhibition space.
* may be subject to VAT
Contact us
For further information,
please contact the Conference Organiser:
Carole Charrade
E/ carole.charrade@ami.international
T/+44 (0)117 314 8111
Sponsorship Opportunities
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 lasting impact on AMI's senior management audiences and become an
official sponsor at the Plastics Recycling Technology 2021 conference! From coffee breaks to
headline sponsorship, we have options to suit all budgets.
Download a full list of available packages here.
Why sponsor
-
Generate new sales leads
- Network with key decision makers
- Launch new products and services
- Showcase your products
- Convert prospect clients into sales
- Promote and reaffirm your brand awareness
We
are on hand to help find you the most suitable package, or tailor them to fit
your needs.
Contact us
For further information, please contact the Conference Organiser:
Emily Nicholson
E/ emily.nicholson@ami.international
T/ +44 (0)117 314 8111
Sponsors
Media Supporters

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RE3 - Dr. Gupta Verlag
Dr. Gupta Verlags GmbH is a family-run specialist publishing house for the polymer industry based in Ratingen/Germany. The portfolio includes German-language and international trade magazines for the industries related to polyurethane, rubber and thermoplastic elastomers. In addition, Dr. Gupta Verlags GmbH offers specialist books and various services on request.
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Plastics Recycling World Magazine
A brand new magazine specifically written for companies involved in the conversion of plastics waste to recycled polymers. It focuses on technologies for shredding, separation, washing, sorting, filtering, compounding, pelletising and inspection, as well as developments in additives for performance enhancement.
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Compounding World Magazine
The monthly global magazine for polymer compounders and masterbatch producers. It covers developments in plastics, additives and compounding technology, as well as market trends and industry news.
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Film and Sheet Extrusion Magazine
The global magazine for producers of plastic film and sheet. It covers developments in polymers, additives, extruders and ancillary equipment. It also analyses relevant trends in the packaging, construction and agricultural markets.
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Injection World Magazine
The global magazine for injection moulders, mould makers and product designers. Published monthly, it covers developments in injection moulding machinery, ancillaries, tooling, software, polymers, additives, and key end-use markets.
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Pipe and Profile Extrusion Magazine
The global magazine for producers of plastics pipes and profiles. It covers developments in polymers, additives, extruders and ancillary equipment. It also examines standards and testing procedures, plus construction market trends.
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Travel and Accommodation
Accommodation
Delegates are responsible for arranging their own hotel accommodation while attending the conference.
AMI have negotiated a room rate of €145 for single occupancy and €165 double occupancy per night (rates include WiFi and breakfast) at the Hotel Savoyen, Vienna, until 23 September 2021.
Delegates can book their accommodation by using this link.
Alternatively, they can contact the Reservations Department directly:
T/ +43 (0)1 206 33 9104
Please state that you will be attending AMI’s Plastics Recycling Technology 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.
Venue Information
Hotel Savoyen, Vienna
Rennweg 16
1030 Vienna
Austria
Tel: +43 (0)1 206 33 9104
September
Previous Attending Companies
Previous Attending Companies
A
AMUT S.p.A ● APS AAGE VESTERGAARD LARSEN ● AQUAFIL ENGINEERING GmbH ● ARKEMA COLOMBES ● AXION CONSULTING
B
BBAERLOCHER GmbH ● BAERLOCHER USA LLC ● BASELL POLYOLEFINS COMPANY BVB ● BASELL SALES & MARKETING COMPANY B.V ● BOREALIS AG ● BRITISH POLYETHYLENE INDUSTRIES - BPI RECYCLED PRODUCTS, RPC GROUP ● BÜHLER - SORTEX ● BYK ADDITIVES & INSTRUMENTS
C
C.M.G. SPA ● CADEL DEINKING, SL ● CARBIOS ● COFIT INTERNATIONAL Srl ● COREPLA ● CYCLOS GmbH
D
DANA MOSORA CONSULTING ● DANISH TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE ● DOWDUPONT (DOW CHEMICAL IBÉRICA S.L.) ● DUNI AB ● DYNISCO EUROPE GmbH
E
ECOLOGIC ● ENVIRONNMENT MASSIF CENTRAL ● EREMA GmbH ● ESENTTIA - PROPILCO ● EUPC EUROPEAN PLASTICS CONVERTERS ● EVONIK PERFORMANCE MATERIALS GmbH ● EXPRA - EXTENDED PRODUCER RESPONSIBILITY ALLIANCE ● EXXONMOBIL CHEMICAL EUROPE INC.
F
FIMIC SRL ● FISCHBACH KG ● FRAUNHOFER INSTITUTE FOR STRUCTURAL DURABILITY AND SYSTEM RELIABILITY LBF ● FRAUNHOFER IVV
G
GALLOO PLASTICS SA ● GAMMA MECCANICA Srl ● GHENT UNIVERSITY-DEPARTMENT OF TEXTILES ● GNEUSS KUNSTSTOFFTECHNIK GmbH ● GREENCYCLE GmbH ● GREIF PLASTICS ITLAY S.R.L ● GROUPE COMET
H
H.O. Bruys ● HERBOLD MECKESHEIM GmbH ● HOCHSCHULE BREMEN - UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCE ● HOCHSCHULE ZITTAU GORLITZIIMERYS MINERALS Ltd
K
KATHOLIEKE UNIVERSITEIT LEUVEN ● KIWA GAS TECHNOLOGY ● KRAUSSMAFFEI BERSTORFF GmbH ● KRONES AG ● KUUSAKOSKI OY
L
LANKHORST RECYCLING PRODUCTS ●LINPAC PACKAGING FEATHERSTONE (KLÖCKNER PENTAPLAST) ● LKAB MINERALS GmbH ● LM WIND POWER ● LYONDELLBASELL
M
MAS MASCHINEN- UND ANLAGENBAU SCHULZ GmbH ● MASTERPAK ● MBA POLYMERS AUSTRIA ● MÜLLER-GUTTENBRUNN GROUP
N
NESTE ● NETAFIM ● NEXTEK Ltd. ● NGR NEXT GENERATION RECYCLING MASCHINEN GmbH ● NORDSON CORPORATION
P
PHILIPS CONSUMER LIFESTYLE ● PHILIPS DAP B. V. ● POLİBAK PLASTİK FİLM SANAYİ AS ● POLIPROPILENO DEL CARIBE SA ● POLY RECYCLING AG ● PROCTER & GAMBLE BELGIUM SA (P&G)
R
RAVAGO GROUP ● RAVAGO PLASTICS ● RecyPlastico ● REHAU AG & Co. ● REMARKPLAST S.R.O. ● RONDO PLAST AB
S
SEEBACH GMBH ● SINTERAMA S.p.A. ● STARLINGER & Co. Gesellschaft.m.b.H. ● STENA RECYCLING INTERNATIONAL ● STRUKTOL COMPANY OF AMERICA ● SUEZ HQ ● SUKANO AG ● SWEREA IVF ABTTARKE
T
T GDL S.A. ● TEAMPLAS CHEMICAL Co. Ltd. ● TETRA PAK PACKAGING SOLUTION AB ● TOMRA SORTING GmbH TITECH ● TOTAL PETROCHEMICALS & REFINING SA ● TOTAL RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY FELUY ● TOTAL SA ● TOYOTA MOTOR EUROPE
U
UPM BIOCOMPOSITES
V
VECOPLAN AG ● VELOX GmbH ● VEOLIA POLYMERS NL B.V.
W
WIPAG DEUTSCHLAND GmbH ● WIREMESH-PRO TEC GmbH
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