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Valencia – AIMPLAS, the Plastics Technology Centre, is organising this benchmark event for professionals in the recycling industry. In its third edition, PLASREC is firmly established as a forum for dialogue between industry, technology centres, associations and public authorities, with the aim of promoting practical solutions to the challenges of plastics recycling.
The seminar will bring together national and international specialists to explore the main issues affecting the sector, with a cross-cutting approach that includes industries such as textiles, automotive, electronics, packaging and wind energy.
The seminar programme will feature more than 20 presentations, structured into four thematic blocks. The first block will address the economic and legal context of plastics recycling. It will examine the impact of European regulations, such as the Packaging Regulation and REACH, as well as the role of initiatives like the Green Deal in shaping the sector’s development. These topics will be presented by organisations including ANARPLA, ETRA, ANAIP, and Plastics Europe.
The second block will address waste collection and sorting, with a focus on advanced classification technologies such as artificial intelligence and computer vision, and specific solutions for complex waste streams like textiles and footwear soles. Contributors include experts from SOLVER IA, PICVISA and COLEO.
The third block will delve into recycling technologies, covering both mechanical and chemical recycling, as well as emerging innovations. Case studies and developments in pyrolysis, devulcanisation, enzymatic depolymerisation and advanced extrusion will be presented by companies such as ACTECO, BRÜGGEMANN, PETCORE, GSF, PLASTIC ENERGY, ENTZIMATIKO, MODUS, MESSER, PROMAK, KUBOTA/BRABENDER and UBE.
The final block will focus on sector-specific recycling targets, showcasing circularity strategies in key industries such as textiles, electrical and electronic equipment, automotive, and composite materials used in wind turbine manufacturing. Organisations including INDITEX, SOSTENPLAS, ANTOLÍN INGENIERÍA and AEMAC will share how they are adapting their processes to meet recycling goals.
In addition to the main programme, the event will feature a technical visit to AIMPLAS, workshops on the European project FREE4LIB and the national project CICLICOM, dedicated networking spaces, and a congress dinner.
PLASREC is supported by sponsoring companies including PICVISA, GSFUPCYCLING, ENTZIMATIKO, PROMAK SOLUTIONS, GRAVIPES, KUBOTA/BRABENDER, ANARPLA, ANAIP, MAYPER, ACTECO and MODUS.
About AIMPLAS
At AIMPLAS, the Plastics Technology Centre, we are committed to building a better world by promoting sustainable innovation in the field of plastics. Our goal is to support companies in creating wealth and employment, while helping to address major societal challenges.
We provide comprehensive, tailored solutions that include R&D&I projects, training, competitive and strategic intelligence, technical and legal consultancy, as well as technological services such as analysis and testing.
We are firmly committed to sustainability and actively contribute to the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through both our operations and our social responsibility initiatives.
As a member of the Network of Technological Institutes of the Valencian Region (REDIT), we are further empowered to deliver value and foster knowledge transfer within the business community.
