The 10th edition of
Future of Surfactants Europe will bring together senior leaders from across the value chain to address the commercial, regulatory, and technological challenges shaping the industry's future. Taking place on the 10th & 11th February in Munich with a carefully curated agenda built on stakeholder input and client feedback, this summit will be a unique opportunity to connect with other leaders across the supply chain. It will explore how the industry captures key growth opportunities in emerging applications, translate R&D breakthroughs into competitive advantage, and protect market position through sharper benchmarking and strategic differentiation.
Key Topics for 2026:
- Unlocking Growth in Emerging Applications
- Turning R&D into Competitive Advantage
- Gaining an Edge Through Competitive Insight
- Responding to Compliance Challenges
- Future-Proofing Against Regulatory Uncertainty
- Long-Term Sustainability Planning
- 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 will be a range of senior executives such as heads of R&D, sustainability directors, compliance experts, investors, regulators, and technology providers from across Europe and beyond. 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 on the 10th & 11th February in Munich, with discounted early-bird tickets currently available for a limited time.
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
- Giulia Ciarlo, Global Public Affairs Director – Cosmetic and Chemical Policy, L’Oreal
- Francisco Aguilar, Marketing Manager – Surfactants, Moeve
- Dorothée Arns, Secretary General, European Association of Chemical Distributors
- Eleonora Boccaletto, R&D Associate, Reckitt
- Ingo Fleute-Schlachter, Global Technical Key Account Manager, BASF
- Julian Feilner, Scientist, Clariant
- Joachim Venzmer, Head of Research Interfacial Technology, Evonik
- Jordan Petkov, Business Development Director, Arxada
- Justyna Jastrzebska, Head of Product Development – Body & Toiletries, Avon
- Leonard Flendrig, CSO & CTO, SolaSoka
- Jens Kubitschke, Head of R&D, Levaco Chemicals
- Gabriele Musale, Head of Formulation, Medik8 Skincare
- Minshad Ansari, CEO, Bionema
- Nadina Truchan, Technical Manager, Evonik
- Dipti Vaidyanathan, Manager – Europe (Market Transformation), Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil
- Mateja Weber, Product Innovation & Scientific Advisor, Independent Consultant
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