SUPPLEMENTARY AGENDA

SHAPING THE FUTURE: MOLDS AND PLASTICS FROM THE LEIRIA REGION, PORTUGAL

IN CHARGE OF: LEIRIA TRADE & GROWTH | NERLEI CCI – CIMRL

INVITES: LEIRIA TRADE & GROWTH | NERLEI CCI – CIMRL

NETWORKING SPACE

IN CHARGE OF: LEIRIA TRADE & GROWTH | NERLEI CCI – CIMRL

INVITES: LEIRIA TRADE & GROWTH | NERLEI CCI – CIMRL

BORSTAR® TECHNOLOGIES IN THE AMERICAS: REVOLUTIONIZING THE FLEXIBLE PACKAGING MARKET

IN CHARGE OF: 

Fernando Cruz: Marketing and Technical Manager - South America

Erick Pineda: Sales Manager

Fabián Arévalo: Application Development Engineer

INVITED BY: Borouge International

INNOVATION IN ADHESIVE AND COATING TECHNOLOGY

IN CHARGE OF: Mateus Cipro - Brazilian professional and executive specialized in materials science, chemical engineering, and corporate development. He currently works as Technical and Research & Development (R&D) Director at Bostik, based in Brazil. He has a solid background in developing technologies for adhesives, coatings, packaging, and specialty resins, as well as experience in leadership and R&D positions in major multinational chemical companies, including Dow Chemical and Henkel. His work combines technical support, new market development, and sustainability applied to industrial material design.

INVITES: Arkema

POLYMER PHOTODEGRADATION - UV RADIATION AND WHAT ELSE YOU NEED TO PREDICT ITS LIFESPAN

IN CHARGE OF: I.Q. Carlos Franco - Line Manager of the Atlas Material Testing Technology brand, which is the global standard for evaluating the durability and resistance of polymers and plastics under environmental conditions. Solutions to simulate, accelerate, and predict how plastic will degrade over time when exposed to sunlight, temperature, and humidity.

INVITED BY: Lanzetta Rengifo

New Generation of Additives for Flexible Polyurethane Foam

IN CHARGE OF: Fábio Silva - Lead Field Marketing Engineer – Latin America at Momentive.

INVITED BY: Azelis Colombia

VERY LONG-LASTING UV STABILIZATION IN HARSH ENVIRONMENTS FOR AGRICULTURAL FILMS, CONSTRUCTION PLASTICS, AND OTHER APPLICATIONS, USING HIGH MOLECULAR WEIGHT HALS

IN CHARGE OF: Leonardo Martínez - Chemical engineer from the Pontifical Bolivarian University, he holds an MBA with a focus on finance from EAFIT University in Medellín, Colombia. He has 35 years of experience in the plastics industry, mainly in film extrusion processes, masterbatch, and compounds, as well as in modifying polymer properties through additive formulations such as UV stabilizers, flame retardants, and mineral fillers. In the last four years, as Global Technical Director at 3V Sigma USA, he has focused on developing new high-performance UV stabilizer formulations that allow the use of thinner and more durable Agro films, as well as high-performance formulations for polymer applications in construction.

INVITED BY: DISTRIBUIDORA EQC COLOMBIA SAS/3V SIGMA USA

Compostable Materials and PCR Plastic: What Each Technology Solves and When to Choose Each One

LED BY: Carlos Duch - Technical Manager at Kompuestos (Barcelona), strategist in masterbatch formulation and sustainable innovation. He leads the development of mineral technologies, resins, and high-performance additives that transform recovered plastic (PCR) into industrial-quality resins. A key figure in making the circular economy viable and reducing the carbon footprint on a global scale.

INVITED BY: Plásticos Compuestos S.A.

THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMERS: HIGH-PERFORMANCE SOLUTIONS FOR THE INDUSTRY

IN CHARGE OF: Ronaldo Camargo - Chemical Engineer with over 40 years of experience in Thermoplastic Elastomers. He has extensive technical knowledge in TPE, TPV, TPU, and TR, with a solid track record in material development, processing, and industrial applications, contributing to the evolution and use of these materials across different market segments.

INVITED BY: FCC in partnership with PARABOR COLOMBIA

CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES OF INCORPORATING PET, PE, AND PP RESINS IN HIGH-PERFORMANCE APPLICATIONS

IN CHARGE OF: David Gómez Gaviria - Chemical Engineer, Specialist and Master's in Project Management. He has 16 years of experience in polymerization processes, refining and petrochemicals, circular economy, and recycling. He currently leads quality control and R&D for the production plants of nylon 6 and polyolefin recycling at Enka Colombia.

HOSTED BY: Enka

Solutions to Increase Productivity in Your Injection Plant

IN CHARGE OF: Eng. Pablo Vargas Barrera - With almost 35 years of experience in the plastic injection industry. His leadership has enabled the establishment of strategic alliances with international companies, the development of new business lines, and the strengthening of projects that today drive the industry's competitiveness. His vision focuses on supporting clients with technology, service, and experience, transforming processes and generating value at every stage.

INVITED BY: Privarsa

RISKS OF DEPENDING ON A SINGLE TECHNOLOGY: HOW TO BUILD STABILIZATION ALTERNATIVES IN PVC

IN CHARGE OF: Martha Velandia - Chemical Engineer with over 20 years of experience in the PVC industry, specializing in the development and formulation of solutions for rigid and flexible applications. She has a deep understanding of the market and a strong ability to provide technical advice to clients, driving the implementation of innovative solutions that optimize processing and the performance of final products.

INVITED BY: Carboquímica S.A.S.

SYENSQO STABILIZATION TECHNOLOGIES: MANAGING POLYMER DEGRADATION UNDER THERMAL, OXIDATIVE, AND UV STRESS

IN CHARGE OF: Patricia Ruiz (Colombia) - She is a Chemical Engineer with 45 years of experience at American Cyanamid Company, CYTEC, Solvay, and Syensqo. She specializes in technical service and customer support, working with active and potential clients to identify unmet needs and solve complex application challenges. Leveraging her deep market knowledge and hands-on experience, Patricia offers top-notch cost/benefit solutions aligned with client goals.

Adriano Goncalves & Renan Pinheiro (Brazil)

INVITED BY: Syensqo. Business Unit Technology Solutions - Polymer Additives

Hydraulic, Hybrid, and Electric Injectors: Advantages, Limitations, and When It's Worth Investing in Each Technology

LED BY: Marcus Krüger - Technical specialist at ARBURG with more than 18 years of experience in plastic injection technology, international technical support, and turnkey projects. He has specialized training in plastics and rubber processing.

INVITED BY: MAQTEC SAS

SEALANTS IN THE INDUSTRY

IN CHARGE OF: Isabelle Costa - Chemical Engineer with a postgraduate degree in Project Management, she has 10 years of experience in the adhesives and sealants market across different industrial sectors. She works as an Application Technical Specialist at Bostik and has extensive experience in SMP technologies (silanized modified polymers), developing practical application-oriented solutions and generating value for clients through her technical expertise, support, and training.

INVITED BY: Unicor - Bostik

SI3 AND ENGEL: COLLABORATIVE ENGINEERING TO TRANSFORM THE DESIGN OF A MOTORCYCLE INTO INDUSTRIALIZED PLASTIC COMPONENTS THROUGH INJECTION MOLDING

IN CHARGE OF:

Andrés Emilio Sepúlveda - Head of SI3 Engineering Mechanical engineer and master's in Project Management, with 12 years of experience in the development of products and processes for automotive sector components. He currently leads projects from conceptualization and design to validation, industrialization, and production, coordinating technical teams, suppliers, and clients.

Evelyn Salazar Delgado - Technical Advisor for Plastics – SI3 Materials engineer, specialist in Plastic and Rubber Transformation Processes, with over five years of experience in injection molding processes. She currently supports the evaluation, implementation, and optimization of plastic transformation processes, focusing on productivity and the use of technologies applied to injection machines.

Michel Soto - Regional Director for Latin America – ENGEL, Responsible for the commercial and strategic development of ENGEL in Latin America, with extensive experience in injection molding technologies, automation, and solutions for the plastics industry. During the conference, he will present ENGEL's contribution to the industrialization of the project, the technological capabilities of the injection platform, and application cases in mobility solutions.

INVITES: Sinemco

PPWR: New European Requirements for Packaging and Their Impact on the Colombian Industry

IN CHARGE OF: Neus Soriano Marco – Industrial Chemical Engineer from the Polytechnic University of Valencia and Director of Laboratories at AIMPLAS. She has extensive experience in characterization and testing of plastic and composite materials, validation of new materials, and product evaluation.

INVITED BY: AIMPLAS – The Plastics Technology Institute

BEYOND COLOR: ENGINEERING THE PIGMENTATION OF ECO-FRIENDLY PLASTICS

IN CHARGE OF:

Tiago Avrela - Sales Manager at Sincol Corporation

Sergio Rodríguez, Commercial Manager for Plastics at Grupo Almatia

INVITES: GRUPO ALMATIA

Breathable Containers, the Science Behind Degassing Lids.

IN CHARGE OF: Maura Villalobos - Commercial Manager at INDUSTRIAS PRIME LTD | Specialist in Safety Plastic Caps with degassing and Packaging for Agrochemicals.

INVITED BY: Industrias Prime Ltda.

AI IN PLASTIC INJECTION

IN CHARGE OF: Daniel Mojica Chaves - Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Distribuidora MIMAC. Mechanical Engineer and Specialist in Creative Intervention. For the past 14 years, he has worked on implementing innovation and technological development systems in engineering consulting firms. Currently, he leads the company's process optimization using Artificial Intelligence.

INVITED BY: DMIMAC

"EXTENDING THE SHELF LIFE OF FOOD IS CARING FOR THE PLANET." PACKAGING SOLUTIONS, FOCUSING ON EFFICIENT PRESERVATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY

IN CHARGE OF: Alonso San Martin - Industrial Chemist with over 20 years of experience in the polymers field, developing throughout his career the technical-commercial representation of various petrochemical companies. His experience includes working with polyolefins, engineering plastics, as well as high-performance resins. He has expertise both in the industrial area and in the rigid and flexible packaging segment, providing technical solutions along the value chain of each raw material. With a solid technical background, combined with decades of plant work and product development.

INVITED BY: IMCD Colombia

Life Cycle Analysis as a Tool for Ecodesign

IN CHARGE OF: Gabriel Jaime Zapata – Technical Director and Regulatory Affairs Latin America.

INVITES: Sun Chemical Colombia S.A.S.

PVD 2.0: Innovation in the Steel and Plastic Industry, Chromium and Titanium Coatings

IN CHARGE OF: Andrea Valenza - General Manager of Siltech Colombia S.A.S. and has extensive experience in technological solutions for surface finishes and industrial processes. She has worked on the introduction and commercial development of PVD technologies for the steel, plastic, and jewelry sectors in Colombia.

INVITES: Siltech Colombia S.A.S.

SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS IN TPE FOR CONSUMER AND INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS: PCR/PIR ALTERNATIVES FOR THE LATIN AMERICAN MARKET.

LED BY: Miguel Olvera - Industrial Engineer graduate from the Technological University of Querétaro, Mexico. He is part of the KRAIBURG TPE team as a Business Development and Technical Sales Specialist, with over 12 years of experience in the development and application of thermoplastic elastomer solutions for engineering, processing, and product development projects. The talk will focus on KRAIBURG TPE's sustainable offerings for the consumer and industrial markets, especially TPE solutions with a PCR/PIR focus.

HOSTED BY: MSA Group

SNETOR AND ASCEND: A GLOBAL ALLIANCE WITH LOCAL PRESENCE. PA6 AND PA66 PORTFOLIO: GRADES, APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE FOR THE COLOMBIAN AND LATIN AMERICAN MARKET

LED BY: Luis De Jesus - Manager of Technology Services for LATAM, Ascend Performance Materials. Dedicated to the plastics market for over two decades. He has served the automotive, electrical and electronic (EE), industrial, and other sectors. Experienced in processes, machinery, and mold manufacturing. Contributor to the book “Universal Molding,” where his thesis on “Process Parameter Validation for Medical Applications” was referenced.

INVITED BY: SNETOR and ASCEND

SPECIAL POLYMERS SYENSQO: PRINTING RELIABILITY IN DEMANDING ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS

IN CHARGE OF: Renan Pinheiro - Customer Technical Development Americas. With over 21 years of experience in polymers and materials engineering, Renan Pinheiro (Brazil) is a technical development specialist focused on industrial innovation and customer-oriented technical solutions. His professional background spans Research and Development, manufacturing, and global technical support, complemented by publications and collaborations on polymer science.

HOSTED BY: Syensqo, Specialty Polymers Business Unit

EXPANCEL IN THE PLASTIC INDUSTRY

IN CHARGE OF: Mônica Mattana - Chemical engineer with a master's in PVC plasticizers and over 10 years of experience in the petrochemical industry, working in the development and application of polyolefin resins, currently responsible for developing new applications for Expancel.

INVITED BY: Parabor Colombia – Nouryon

INJECTION MOLDS: PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS

IN CHARGE OF: Eng. Gustavo Villarreal M - Specialist in Plastic Injection Processes and Applied Thermodynamics. With over 25 years of experience and 400 seminars conducted since 2000. He teaches courses on Hotrunner Systems and Scientific Molding. Currently the Operations Manager at Euroheaters England.

INVITED BY: Euroheaters Colombia SAS

LUBRICATION ENGINEERING: IMPACT OF WAXES ON POLYOLEFIN MANUFACTURING PROCESSES

IN CHARGE OF: Karl Kukula – MBA and Business Manager with over 30 years of international experience in specialty chemicals, expert in wax applications for the plastics industry, especially polyolefins and engineering plastics. Former Regional Sales Manager for EMEA.

INVITES: Ceronas - Reciend

TRENDS AND INNOVATION IN HOT RUNNER SYSTEMS FOR PLASTIC INJECTION

IN CHARGE OF: Adilson Battistini
INVITES: POLIMOLD & JOVI

PATH TO NTC 6632:2022 CERTIFICATION FOR THE PACKAGING AND CONTAINERS SECTOR

IN CHARGE OF: María del Pilar Maya - Master in Chemical Engineering with experience in polymer quality control, integrated management systems, and certification processes, and knowledge in the regulation of recycled plastics and plastics in contact with food.

INVITED BY: ICIPC together with the Bogotá Chamber of Commerce, CCB