The importance of advanced analytical testing methods in relation to compliance with (plastic) packaging legislation

Plastic materials play a crucial role in our lives and they are the go-to solution for a variety of applications such as packaging, construction and building, electronics, automotive, and more. However, we now realize their use can harm the environment if they are disposed of incorrectly and are not recycled. Microplastics appearing at multiple levels of the food chain are one such example that underlines the importance of the need for a circular economy.

The sustainability of new materials, the increasing number of regulations to protect our environment and health, plus the capability of recycling and regeneration of plastic waste will drive future developments in the polymer industry. In this one-day event, join expert presentations to understand the challenges in this industry and discover how HORIBA is supporting its transition to the future.

Session 1: 14:00 GMT / 15:00 CET / 09:00 EST / 06:00 PST
Speaker: Agnieszka van BataviaSustainability & Regulatory Advisor, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Netherlands
Title: The importance of advanced analytical testing methods in relation to compliance with (plastic) packaging legislation

Session 2: 15:00 GMT / 16:00 CET / 10:00 EST / 07:00 PST
Speaker: Olivier Vitrac Senior Scientist INRAE Paris-Saclay University, France
Title: Managing the systemic risk of food contamination from packaging in the circular economy

Session 3: 16:00 GMT / 17:00 CET / 11:00 EST / 08:00 PST
Speaker: Christelle Mégier, OEM Product Manager, HORIBA France
Title: Innovative solutions to accurately sort polymers and contribute to a better recycling process