The 10th
Future of Surfactants Europe will mark a pivotal occasion to connect senior leaders, exclusively in-person, across the value chain to address the most prevelant commercial, regulatory, and technological challenges shaping surfactants and the downstream markets.
Taking place on the 11th & 12th February in Munich with a carefully curated agenda built on stakeholder input and client feedback, we will be inviting senior-level executives to not only discuss and solve the industry’s current challenges, but also provide a necessary platform to network and connect you with the very best expertise to grow your business and ultimately the surfactant industry economy.
Key Topics for 2026:
- Unlocking Growth Opportunities for Emerging Applications of Surfactants
- Navigating REACH and Other Key Compliance Challenges
- Turning R&D into Competitive Advantage
- Gaining an Edge Through Competitive Insight
- Innovations in Performance & Formulation of Biosurfactants
- Future-Proofing Against Regulatory Uncertainty
- Evaluation of Latest Sustainability Goals to 2030 and Beyond
- Profitable Pathways for Low-Carbon Portfolios
- Integrating Compliance, Innovation and Sustainability
The core focus of the summit will be not only driving sustainability, but also unpacking key profitable approaches for commercialising low-carbon portfolios, delivering measurable emissions reductions, and safeguarding investment in volatile markets. By integrating compliance, innovation, and sustainability strategies, participants will leave with a comprehensive understanding of how to strengthen competitive resilience and secure lasting growth.
Attendees can expect to meet other leading experts and decision-makers such as oleochemical suppliers, surfactant and biosurfactant producers, personal & homecare product manufacturers, cosmetic companies, brand owners, agrochemical companies, European and global regulatory bodies, senior academics & consultants. This diverse mix ensures that conversations go beyond theory, offering delegates a rare chance to benchmark against peers, gain direct insights from market leaders, and forge partnerships that can unlock new business opportunities. Whether your role is in policy, product innovation, operations, or strategic planning, this summit offers the connections and insights you need to stay ahead.
Join the conversation in Munich with fellow industry leaders on the to ensure the bright future of surfactants.
Who Will Attend?
- Surfactant Producers
- Feedstock Suppliers
- Downstream Product Brand Owners
- Industrial Cleaning Product Manufacturers
- Chemical Distributors
- Process Technology Providers
- Research Institutes
- Industry Associations
- Consultancies
Conference Chair
- Judith Fiedler, Head of Research and Development, Steinfels Swiss
Confirmed Speakers
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Francisco Aguilar – Marketing Manager – Surfactants, Moeve
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Dorothée Arns – Director General, European Association of Chemical Distributors
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Eleonora Boccaletto – R&D Associate, Reckitt
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Adam O’Connell – Polymer and Formulation Scientist, Reckitt
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Francois Simal – Global Product Principal, Exxon Mobil
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Ingo Fleute-Schlachter – Global Technical Key Account Manager, BASF
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Julian Feilner – Scientist, Clariant
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Christoph Groß-Heitfeld – Manager R&D Fabric, Home Care and I&I, Sasol
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Joachim Venzmer – Head of Research Interfacial Technology, Evonik
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Justyna Jastrzebska – Head of Product Development – Body & Toiletries, Avon
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Leonard Flendrig – Founder & CTO, SolaSoka
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Simon Bennett – Commercial Director Surfactants, Econic Technologies
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Jens Kubitschke – Head of R&D, Levaco Chemicals
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Stefan van der Burgh – Senior Manager New Business Development, Chaincraft
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Gabriele Musale – Head of Formulation, Medik8 Skincare
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Nadine Truchan – Technical Manager, Evonik
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Dipti Vaidyanathan – Manager – Europe (Market Transformation), Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil
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Mateja Weber – Product Innovation & Scientific Advisor, Independent Consultant
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Venue
INNSiDE by Meliá München Parkstadt Schwabing
Mies-van-der-Rohe-Strasse 10, 80807
Munich, Germany
Phone: +49 89 354080
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