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The Circular Future Summit

Bruxelles, Belgium
May 21, 2025 - May 22, 2025
Onye Dike
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Published April 15th, 2025
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Summary

The Circular Future Summit, organized by 360° Foodservice, will take place in Brussels on May 21-22, 2025. This event focuses on the challenges and opportunities in the foodservice packaging sector, particularly in light of new EU regulations.

Details

Location
Bruxelles, Belgium
Date
May 21st, 2025 - May 22nd, 2025
Type
In Person
Website
Registration
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Overview

The Circular Future Summit is set to address critical issues facing the foodservice packaging industry, particularly in the context of evolving EU regulations. The event will take place at the Le Châtelain Brussels Hotel, bringing together industry leaders and policymakers to discuss the implications of the 2019 Single Use Products Directive (SUPD) and the 2025 Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).

Key Themes

Participants will explore various themes, including:

  • Challenges and Opportunities: How EU regulations will impact market growth and the foodservice sector's adaptation strategies.

  • Material Markets: Insights into the evolving landscape of plastics and fiber markets, focusing on the integration of recycled content.

  • Collection Systems: Strategies for improving collection infrastructures to facilitate recycling by 2035.

  • Consumer Engagement: Lessons from Belgium on motivating consumers to participate in circular packaging systems.

  • Recycling Technologies: Discussions on the latest sorting technologies and their role in enhancing recycling outcomes.

Notable Speakers

The summit will feature keynote addresses from prominent figures, including Jessika Roswall, EU Commissioner for Environment, and Klaus Berend from the EU Commission, who will provide insights into regulatory developments and compliance pathways.

Networking Opportunities

Attendees will have the chance to network with industry peers and engage in discussions aimed at overcoming the challenges posed by new regulations. This summit is a pivotal event for stakeholders in the foodservice packaging value chain, aiming to chart a sustainable future for the industry.

For more information and to register, visit the event website.


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Onye Dike is a staff writer at Net Zero Compare.