Track: Materials and ingredients for the production process

16:00h

Conference | Smart Chemistry Materials and ingredients for the production process

UHMWPE in Spain: driving high-value applications with advanced materials.

Sara Galera REPSOL Senior Engineer, Technical Support and Development (Pharma) Speaker

2026-06-04 16:00 2026-06-04 16:30 Europe/Madrid UHMWPE in Spain: driving high-value applications with advanced materials.

Repsol’s project in Puertollano marks a milestone in the European polymer industry, aiming to produce high-performance UHMWPE that strengthens competitiveness and industrial autonomy in Europe. The new plant combines advanced technology, efficiency and optimised processes, designed for sectors and high-performance applications where wear resistance, durability and reliability are essential.

The talk will show how this project integrates sustainability principles by minimising resource consumption and emissions, while fostering collaborative innovation across the entire value chain in strategic sectors. High value-added applications will be highlighted in sectors such as industrial and food (wear components and machinery), defence (high-performance materials and functional protection) and energy storage (durable energy solutions for batteries and energy systems). It will also address the competitive advantages of having local capacity, strengthening the resilience and autonomy of European industry.

This presentation offers a strategic and comprehensive view of the project, showing how Repsol drives the development of advanced and innovative materials in Europe in a sustainable and responsible way.

Smart Chemistry

Thu 4

16:00h - 16:30h Smart Chemistry Public access

12:00h

Conference | Innovation Hub Materials and ingredients for the production process AI and digital transformation

From the laboratory to the production ecosystem: technology and future

Sandra Colom ACCIÓ Enginyera química i, des de 2018, especialitzada en innovació empresarial i desenvolupament de proje Moderator

Albert Marfà Oimo CEO & Founder Speaker

Claudia Delgado Simao GRAPHENICALAB S.L. Chief Operating Officer (COO Speaker

Neus Isidro ECOPOL TECH Division CEO Encapsulation Technologies Speaker

Jordi Piró BCN Peptides Global Sales Director Speaker

Ignasi Plaza Alvaro Protofy.xyz CEO and co-founder of Protofy Speaker

Cristina Sáenz de Pipaon Orchestra Scientific Founder Speaker

Júlia Viladoms Claverol ICIQ Head of the Industrial Decarbonisation Unit Speaker

Carlos Molina Herrero FEIQUE & SusChem España International, Investments and Innovation Coordinator and Technical Secretary Speaker

#technology, #trends

2026-06-04 12:00 2026-06-04 14:00 Europe/Madrid From the laboratory to the production ecosystem: technology and future A session to explore emerging and disruptive chemical technologies, with the aim of connecting industry, fostering innovation, and contributing to knowledge transfer. It includes a keynote on disruptive trends in chemistry related to AI, advanced materials, and innovative catalysis; followed by several presentations on emerging technologies such as computational chemistry, autonomous laboratories, nanotechnology, biotechnology, CO₂ capture, continuous flow reactors, blockchain, and digital twins; and a final segment with a networking space to foster collaboration between startups, companies, and researchers, generate R&D&I synergies, and discuss challenges such as sustainability, efficiency, and the digitalization of the chemical sector. Innovation Hub Area - Stand Acció

Thu 4

12:00h - 14:00h Innovation Hub Area - Stand Acció Public access

12:15h

Roundtable | Industry Showcase Materials and ingredients for the production process

Innovation in Materials and Ingredients: Drivers for Industrial Efficiency and the Circular Economy

David Amantia Leitat Head of Department Applied Chemistry & Materials Moderator

Fernando Lorenzo CHRISTEYNS Director of Innovation and Quality Speaker

#advancedmaterials, #materialsinnovation

2026-06-04 12:15 2026-06-04 13:15 Europe/Madrid Innovation in Materials and Ingredients: Drivers for Industrial Efficiency and the Circular Economy The round table “Innovation in Materials and Ingredients: Drivers for Industrial Efficiency and the Circular Economy” will address the key role of material innovation in improving the sustainability and competitiveness of industrial processes. Moderated by David Amantia (Leitat) and featuring companies such as Grupo IQE and Christeyns, the session will focus on by-product valorisation, reducing energy consumption and emissions, collaboration across the value chain, and the emerging role of artificial intelligence in material development and process optimisation. Industry Showcase

Thu 4

12:15h - 13:15h Industry Showcase Registration for the activity during Expoquimia accreditation

12:00h

Awards | Industry Showcase Materials and ingredients for the production process

[BEST IN CLASS Expoquimia] Lefance: from apple waste to a new sustainable material for fashion. With the participation of Beyond Leather and Covestro

Andrea Benítez Lefance CEO & Founder Speaker

Marc Gross Covestro Account-Manager Textile Division Speaker

#advancedmaterials, #biomaterials, #materialsinnovation

2026-06-04 12:00 2026-06-04 12:15 Europe/Madrid [BEST IN CLASS Expoquimia] Lefance: from apple waste to a new sustainable material for fashion. With the participation of Beyond Leather and Covestro The collaboration between Lefance, Beyond Leather, and Covestro has resulted in LEAP, an innovative material made from apple waste that positions itself as an alternative to animal leather for the fashion and accessories sector. Thanks to advanced chemical solutions such as INSQIN, the material achieves durability, resistance, and aesthetic quality suitable for fashion applications. This project exemplifies how chemistry and materials innovation can enable circular models, transform resource-intensive industries, and open new opportunities for sustainable products without compromising design or quality. Industry Showcase

Thu 4

12:00h - 12:15h Industry Showcase Registration for the activity during Expoquimia accreditation

11:40h

Conference | Industry Showcase Materials and ingredients for the production process

Sustainability as a pillar of innovation: the CARINSA case

Albert Puigpinós Grupo Carinsa R&D Project Technician Speaker

#advancedmaterials, #materialsinnovation

2026-06-04 11:40 2026-06-04 12:00 Europe/Madrid Sustainability as a pillar of innovation: the CARINSA case GRUPO CARINSA presents its comprehensive innovation model as a company in the fragrances and flavors sector committed to sustainability, which is enabling the reduction of the carbon footprint of all its products and processes, impacting the entire value chain and contributing towards a fully conscious model in environmental, social, and governance terms. Industry Showcase

Thu 4

11:40h - 12:00h Industry Showcase Registration for the activity during Expoquimia accreditation

11:20h

Conference | Industry Showcase Materials and ingredients for the production process

Making the construction sector more sustainable through chemistry.

Pedro Jiménez Peñalver Alier Strategic Projects Financing Manager Speaker

#advancedmaterials, #biomaterials, #circulareconomy, #materialsinnovation

2026-06-04 11:20 2026-06-04 11:40 Europe/Madrid Making the construction sector more sustainable through chemistry.

Chemistry applied to the paper industry becomes key to driving more sustainable solutions in the construction sector.

Alier presents paper-based innovations that, through advanced technologies, improve the strength and performance of materials such as gypsum board. Alier manufactures alternative products that are more environmentally friendly, combining technical performance and sustainability in new construction materials.

Industry Showcase

Thu 4

11:20h - 11:40h Industry Showcase Registration for the activity during Expoquimia accreditation

11:00h

Conference | Industry Showcase Materials and ingredients for the production process

Innovation and materials for the future: Arfinio® and ALOHA Gravity

Lluís Auroux VEGA Chargers CBO & Co-Owner Speaker

Joan Miquel García Martínez Covestro Head of Arfinio® Speaker

#advancedmaterials, #materialsinnovation

2026-06-04 11:00 2026-06-04 11:20 Europe/Madrid Innovation and materials for the future: Arfinio® and ALOHA Gravity With Arfinio®, Covestro introduces a new generation of materials that redefines what is possible in design, scalability, and performance. When a company like VEGA Chargers adopts it for its ALOHA Gravity, it shows that innovation in materials is not just a competitive advantage — it is at the forefront of a more sustainable and resilient industry. Industry Showcase

Thu 4

11:00h - 11:20h Industry Showcase Registration for the activity during Expoquimia accreditation

10:45h

Conference | Industry Showcase Materials and ingredients for the production process

Materials Innovation as a Prerequisite for Technological Disruption: Selected Examples

Salvador Borrós Gómez IQS-Universitat Ramon Llull General Director IQS Speaker

#advancedmaterials, #materialsinnovation

2026-06-04 10:45 2026-06-04 11:00 Europe/Madrid Materials Innovation as a Prerequisite for Technological Disruption: Selected Examples Technological disruption is often preceded by advances in materials science. From advanced polymers and nanostructured systems to biomaterials and functional surfaces, new materials enable the development of entirely new industrial processes and applications. This presentation will explain how materials innovation acts as a key driver of technological transformation in sectors such as healthcare, energy, and manufacturing. Through a selection of case studies, it will illustrate how materials design can unlock new functionalities and accelerate the transition from laboratory discovery to industrial implementation. Industry Showcase

Thu 4

10:45h - 11:00h Industry Showcase Registration for the activity during Expoquimia accreditation

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Track: Materials and ingredients for the production process

UHMWPE in Spain: driving high-value applications with advanced materials.

From the laboratory to the production ecosystem: technology and future

Innovation in Materials and Ingredients: Drivers for Industrial Efficiency and the Circular Economy

[BEST IN CLASS Expoquimia] Lefance: from apple waste to a new sustainable material for fashion. With the participation of Beyond Leather and Covestro

Sustainability as a pillar of innovation: the CARINSA case

Making the construction sector more sustainable through chemistry.

Innovation and materials for the future: Arfinio® and ALOHA Gravity

Materials Innovation as a Prerequisite for Technological Disruption: Selected Examples

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