European Carbon Black Summit 2024

June 19-20, 2024 - Amsterdam, Netherlands

Building upon the resounding success of our previous summit, we are thrilled to announce the return of the European Carbon Black Summit 2024 is returning over the 19th & 20th June 2024, in the beautiful city of Amsterdam.

Anticipated growth in Carbon Black (CB) demand poses a significant challenge, particularly in light of the disruptions caused by the conflict in Ukraine, resulting in a considerable shortage of virgin carbon black. Experts in the field suggest that the shortage reaches as high as 40% compared to pre-war years. The primary focus of this summit is to tackle these critical issues. Key topics on the agenda include an overview of the CB market, strategies for enhancing sustainability within the industry, achieving excellence in the supply chain, and addressing other pertinent concerns. Special attention will be directed towards refining standardization in recovered CB and addressing challenges in assessing the lifecycle of tires.

Evidently, the European CB industry is confronting substantial challenges in both virgin and recovered carbon black production. Substantial resources in terms of energy and time will be directed towards adapting to this new landscape, a crucial step for the industry to continue advancing while meeting the needs of end-users.

This two-day event aims to bring together senior representatives from various stakeholders in the sector, encompassing producers, technology developers, rubber manufacturers, chemical suppliers, researchers, and other influential figures within the value chain.

We invite you to join us at the European Carbon Black Summit 2024 to explore the pivotal subjects and receive updates on the latest developments in essential areas of the carbon black industry. Your participation will contribute to insightful discussions and solutions for the challenges ahead.

Key Topics

EU Reach – Updates on Policy, Regulatory & Safety Frameworks An Introduction to the World of Carbon & Recovered Carbon Black
Welcome Workshop (rCB & vCB)
Global Market Overview
Smart Packaging Solutions
Going Green! Carbon Black & Sustainability
Balancing the Equation: Sustainability & Consistency within the Industry
Standardisation & Quality Control in Recovered Carbon Black
In Search of Sustainable Feedstocks
Recovered Carbon Black Market Potential
Panel Discussion: Tire Pyrolysis 101
Bracing for the Future: Carbon Black Shortage & Its Impact on the Global Supply Chain

Who Will Attend?

CEO of Carbon Black Companies
Directors of Research & Development of Carbon Black Companies
Suppliers of Carbon Black
Feedstock/Business Development Managers
Marketing Managers
Consultants from Carbon Black Businesses
Senior Representatives of Tyre Industry/Tyre Manufacturers
Regulatory and Government Policy Makers

Confirmed Speakers

Ad Van Oorschot – Sales & R&D Director – Black Bear Carbon
Franz Friebel – Co-Founder – femtoG
Theo Al – Global Director Strategic Projects, Reinforcement Materials – Cabot Corporation
Tommi Pajala – CEO – Ecomation Oy
Geoff Fowler – Senior Research Fellow – Imperial College London
Alex Van Gelderen – Manager ELT & Circular Economy – ETRMA
Krzysztof Wroblewski – CEO – Contec
Frank Cremer – Director Technical Sales – Boulder Industries
Tobias Brink – Head of Business Development – Envigas
Jakub Szwajka – CCO – MAKROchem
Andreas Kapf – Head of R&D/Head of Quality – Pyrum Innovations