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Track: Markets-Competitiveness

Fri 12
12:30h
Roundtable | Side Events Energy Transition and Decarbonisation Regulations Circular Economy Markets-Competitiveness

From Brussels to the Regions: Delivering Europe’s Chemical Industry Recovery

Jaume Baró
Jaume Baró Government of Catalonia - ACCIÓ Secretary of Enterprise & Competitiveness | ECRN President 2026-2027 Speaker
Guido Guidesi
Guido Guidesi Lombardy Region ECRN Vice-President | Minister for Economic Development Speaker
Stephan Satijn
Stephan Satijn Limburg Region ECRN Vice-President for Advanced Manufacturing and Bioeconomy | Minister for Economy and Finance Speaker
Algreit Dume
Algreit Dume European Commission, DG GROW (Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs Coordinator for the CCA (Critical Chemical Alliance), Policy Officer Speaker
Folco Ciulli
Folco Ciulli ECRN (European Chemical Regions Network) Executive Director Speaker
Dolors Nuñez
Dolors Nuñez ECRN (European Chemical Regions Network) & EU Critical Chemical Alliance Honorary Member & Independent Expert Speaker

#competitiveness, #CriticalChemicalAlliance, #europe, #future, #regions

2026-06-04 12:30 2026-06-04 13:30 Europe/Madrid From Brussels to the Regions: Delivering Europe’s Chemical Industry Recovery

Europe’s chemical industry is under severe pressure. In response, the European Commission adopted the European Chemicals Industry Action Plan in July 2025. A central follow-up initiative is the Critical Chemicals Alliance, which brings together institutions and stakeholders to identify critical molecules and production sites, address vulnerabilities, and support strategic investment.

These objectives will only be achieved if they are translated into action where the industry actually operates: in Europe’s regions. This debate will therefore examine how regional authorities can help turn the EU policy framework into industrial reality — preserving production, supporting the transformation of strategic sites, enabling decarbonisation, and reinforcing Europe’s long-term competitiveness.

 International Meeting Point
Thu 4
12:30h - 13:30h International Meeting Point Public access
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12:30h
Roundtable | Smart Chemistry Markets-Competitiveness

From the molecule to the value chain: protecting what matters and gaining competitiveness

María Mas Chacon
María Mas Chacon AEQT Directora gerente Speaker
Cristina González
Cristina González FEIQUE Directora de Estrategia, Advocacy y Competitividad Moderator
Andrea Firenze
Andrea Firenze COVESTRO ESPAÑA General Director Speaker
Laureano Jiménez
Laureano Jiménez MINTUR Scientific Advisor Speaker

2026-06-04 12:30 2026-06-04 14:00 Europe/Madrid From the molecule to the value chain: protecting what matters and gaining competitiveness In a context of growing geopolitical tensions and strategic dependencies, it is essential to identify and protect the molecules and production capacities that are critical for the functioning of key sectors. The panel will address how to strengthen value chains, protect the industrial base and move towards greater strategic autonomy without losing competitiveness. A dialogue between industry and policymakers on the levers needed to ensure a sustainable, resilient and competitive chemical industry in Europe. Smart Chemistry
Thu 4
12:30h - 14:00h Smart Chemistry Public access
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11:00h
Conference | Smart Chemistry Markets-Competitiveness

IPA made in Spain: from R&D to the international market

Estefanía Álvarez
Estefanía Álvarez MOEVE Intermediates Marketing Manager Speaker

2026-06-04 11:00 2026-06-04 11:30 Europe/Madrid IPA made in Spain: from R&D to the international market

Moeve Chemicals is driving the construction of the first isopropyl alcohol (IPA) plant in Palos de la Frontera, a strategic milestone that strengthens the country’s industrial autonomy in essential products for personal care, hygiene, and cleaning. This project, which integrates innovation, circularity, energy efficiency, and operational safety, aims to establish itself as an international benchmark in responsible production.

 Smart Chemistry
Thu 4
11:00h - 11:30h Smart Chemistry Public access
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15:00h
Conference | Innovation Hub Markets-Competitiveness

International Opportunities for the Chemical Industry

Josep Maria Buades Juan
Josep Maria Buades Juan ACCIÓ – Catalonia Trade & Investment Director of the Catalonia Trade and Investment Foreign Office in São Paulo (Brazil) Speaker
Robin Singh
Robin Singh Acció Director, India Office Speaker
Jordi Maluquer
Jordi Maluquer Catalonia T&I Singapore Pte Ltd Director Speaker
Luis Polo Bettonica
Luis Polo Bettonica ACCIÓ ITALIA CATALONIA TRADE AND INVESTMENT Director Speaker
Emre Pekkan
Emre Pekkan Catalonia Trade and Investment Executive Director of the ACCIÓ Foreign Office in Turkey Speaker

#internationalization, #markets

2026-06-04 15:00 2026-06-04 16:00 Europe/Madrid International Opportunities for the Chemical Industry The session will explore the most prominent international opportunities for the chemical industry in strategic markets such as Brazil, India, Turkey, Italy, and Indonesia. A concise overview of key trends, challenges, and growth areas for each country will be presented, with the aim of helping companies identify pathways for international expansion. The session will combine contributions from our ACCIÓ foreign office directors, sharing their in-country expertise, with a dynamic format that includes market comparisons and success stories from internationally active companies. Attendees will gain practical insights, take part in an open Q&A session, and interact directly with the speakers. Innovation Hub Area - Stand Acció
Thu 4
15:00h - 16:00h Innovation Hub Area - Stand Acció Public access
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16:00h
Roundtable | Side Events Circular Economy Markets-Competitiveness

The Future of the European Chemical Industry in a Changing and Conflictual Geostrategic Environment

Juan José Ortega
Juan José Ortega Colegio Oficial de Químicos de Aragón y Navarra Treasurer Moderator
Xavier de Gea
Xavier de Gea ATEXPREVEN SL CEO Speaker
Ana Isabel Elduque
Ana Isabel Elduque Colegio Oficial de Químicos de Aragón y Navarra Dean Moderator
Luis De Miguel
Luis De Miguel Nunsys-Inycom UNE Laboratory Director Speaker
Ángel Rueda
Ángel Rueda Industrias Químicas del Ebro Sales Director Speaker
Jordi Soler
Jordi Soler Messer Ibérica Bulk Sales and Hydrogen Business Development Manager Speaker

2026-06-04 16:00 2026-06-04 19:00 Europe/Madrid The Future of the European Chemical Industry in a Changing and Conflictual Geostrategic Environment There will be presentations on ATEX safety by Dr. Xavier deGea and on AI in chemistry by Dr. Aurea Rodríguez and others. The main activity will be a roundtable discussion addressing the most pressing issues in our chemical industry. In collaboration with GAQ, Dr. Ana Elduque, dean of COQAN, and Dr. Juanjo Ortega will participate alongside companies including Inycom by Nunsys Group, Industrias Químicas del Ebro, Messer Ibérica de Gases, and Bada Hispanoplast. Topics will include necessary transformations in the industry for the transition toward circularity and sustainability, the evolution of competitiveness in the European chemical industry, how to face growing competition from third-country markets, defense measures within the EU against unfair practices, and political and fiscal measures to support the chemical industry and SMEs, alongside education on circularity and sustainability in classrooms. CC1. ROOM 1.1
Thu 4
16:00h - 19:00h CC1. ROOM 1.1 Public access
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