Circularity in action: Innovation, traceability and applied sustainability.
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28 September | 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Global Outlook 2026: Economic megatrends and strategic challenges reshaping the Plastics Industry
An analysis of the global economic landscape and the forces reshaping the plastics industry. This session covers market megatrends, trade policies, and sustainability challenges, providing Latin American leaders with strategic insights to identify growth opportunities and enhance competitiveness in a transforming environment.
In charge of: ICIPC
Place: COLOMBIA HALL (PAVILION 22)
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28 September | 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Digitalization and traceability: The role of the digital product passport (DPP) in global value chains
This talk is aimed at presenting the Digital Product Passport (DPP) as a key tool for traceability, digitalization, and regulatory compliance across global value chains. It will cover emerging regulatory requirements—particularly in the European Union—as well as the technical components needed for industrial implementation, including data capture, interoperability, and lifecycle information management. The session will also review real-world use cases and industry insights
a change of: AIMPLAS
Place: COLOMBIA HALL (PAVILION 22)
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28 September | 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Industrial traceability in recycling: certification as a competitive advantage
This presentation is designed to provide an overview of the certification and traceability of recycled plastic content from both an industrial perspective and that of an independent third-party verification body. It will cover the technical requirements for verifying recycled content, the traceability models applicable to the plastics converting industry, and the main challenges associated with implementation.
In charge of: ICIPC
Place: COLOMBIA HALL (PAVILION 22)
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29 September | 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Rheological Characterization of Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) Materials: Key Factors for Ensuring Quality and Performance
This presentation is designed to provide an overview of the certification and traceability of recycled plastic content from both an industrial perspective and that of an independent third-party verification body. It will cover the technical requirements for verifying recycled content, the traceability models applicable to the plastics converting industry, and the main challenges associated with implementation.
a change of: Keith Coasey
Place: COLOMBIA HALL (PAVILION 22)
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29 September | 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Plastic DNA: Laboratory science and traceability for PCR success
This conference addresses the challenge of technical variability in post-consumer resins (PCR), proposing a model based on advanced scientific characterization. Through specialized analysis and traceability protocols, we will demonstrate how to transform recycled material into a predictable, high-performance feedstock. Attendees will discover the essential laboratory tools required to mitigate risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and guarantee transparency throughout the sustainable supply chain
a change of: ICIPC
Place: COLOMBIA HALL (PAVILION 22)
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29 September | 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Navigating the Resin Market: Connecting Global Scenarios with Latin America
This session will examine the current resin market landscape, explaining the global and regional factors driving price movements. It will also explore regional market differences and their impact on Latin America, while providing an outlook on the key trends and market perspectives expected to shape the industry's evolution in the coming months.
a change of: S&P Global Energy patrocinado por PLASSOL
Place: COLOMBIA HALL (PAVILION 22)
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29 September | 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Recyclability of flexible packaging: Technical criteria and key decisions for the industry
This talk is aimed at addressing the recyclability of flexible packaging from a practical, industrial perspective, focusing on the technical criteria that directly impact its recovery in real recycling systems. Key variables such as material selection, multilayer structures, compatibility with recycling processes, and design-for-recyclability guidelines will be analyzed. In addition, relevant industry standards and guidelines will be reviewed, how their implementation helps reduce rejection rates, optimize processing efficiency, and meet regulatory and market requirements, ultimately strengthening the competitiveness of plastics converting companies.
a change of: ICIPC
Place: COLOMBIA HALL (PAVILION 22)
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29 September | 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Compostable and biodegradable plastics: Which Is right for your application?
The growing interest in compostable and biodegradable plastics, driven by emerging regulations and sustainability commitments, highlights the need to clearly understand their scope, differences, and appropriate use. In this keynote discussion, ICIPC and AIMPLAS will address common myths and realities surrounding biodegradability and compostability, focusing on a key question: what is the right application for these materials? Drawing on ICIPC and AIMPLAS’ experience, the session will share key insights on performance, impacts, limitations, and implementation considerations.
a change of: ICIPC & AIMPLAS
Place: COLOMBIA HALL (PAVILION 22)
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29 September | 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Case studies on the replacement of chlorinated paraffins in the formulation of polymeric materials
Analysis of the results obtained during demonstration projects aimed at replacing chlorinated paraffins in the formulation of plastics, rubbers, and composites. The study will explore how the development of new materials using alternative raw materials addresses international sustainability requirements while maintaining a high level of competitiveness in polymer industry applications
a change of: ICIPC
Place: COLOMBIA HALL (PAVILION 22)
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30 September | 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Advanced recycling technologies: industrial pathways for hard-to-recycle plastics
This talk is aimed at presenting chemical recycling technologies as an industrial solution for the valorization of complex plastic waste streams that cannot be effectively processed through mechanical recycling. Key depolymerization processes such as pyrolysis, solvolysis, and gasification will be discussed, including their operating conditions, material compatibility, and level of technological maturity. The session will also explore real industrial applications, addressing challenges related to scalability, process efficiency, cost structures, and the quality of the resulting outputs. Additionally, the role of chemical recycling within integrated circular economy strategies will be highlighted.
a change of: AIMPLAS
Place: COLOMBIA HALL (PAVILION 22)
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30 September | 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Hard-to-recycle waste: WEEE toward sustainable energy recovery
This presentation explores the management of hard-to-recycle waste from WEEE (RAEE), emphasizing the co-pyrolysis of polystyrene (PS) from electronic components with biomass (agricultural residues), which produces pyrolytic oil and combustible gases. Complementarily, it details the pelletization of polyurethane foams optimized with biomass for efficient energy co-processing
a change of: ICIPC
Place: COLOMBIA HALL (PAVILION 22)
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30 September | 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Dow: Collaboration and Science to Drive the Industry
Discover how Dow collaborates with customers, partners, and other value chain stakeholders to turn science and innovation into solutions that drive industry competitiveness, sustainability, and growth—solving challenges and creating opportunities.
A change of: DOW
Place: COLOMBIA HALL (PAVILION 22)
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30 September | 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Roadmap for the technological modernization of SMEs
Presentation of the strategic roadmap to bridge the technology gap among SMEs in the plastics sector. The presentation will explain how the digital ecosystem and the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies drive productivity, operational efficiency, and sustainability, thereby strengthening the competitiveness of the regional industry
a change of: ICIPC
Place: COLOMBIA HALL (PAVILION 22)
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30 September | 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Blockchain for sustainability: A technological driver toward a circular economy
An exploration of using Blockchain technology to ensure data transparency and immutability within the circular economy. This session will demonstrate how this tool enables material lifecycle tracking, secures the veracity of recycling claims, and strengthens trust among supply chain stakeholders
a chamge of: XM
Place: COLOMBIA HALL (PAVILION 22)
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30 September | 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Technical Frontiers in Polymer Science: Characterization of Complex Materials, Ecodesign Metrics, and Performance Assessment for the 2030 Horizon
A technical-scientific analysis of advanced analytical methodologies for the development and characterization of complex polymeric systems and life cycle assessment (LCA) models and circularity indicators for the technical validation of plastic packaging and materials toward the 2030 global sustainability goals
a change of: ICIPC
Place: COLOMBIA HALL (PAVILION 22)
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