AGENDA RELEASE – Join the MPPE Annual Conference 2026 in Antwerp
The MPPE Annual Conference 2026 is approaching — and places are filling fast.
[13.04.2026] – [Brussels, Belgium]
On 22–23 April 2026 in Antwerp, industry professionals from across the medical and pharmaceutical plastics value chain will come together for two focused half-days of technical insight, regulatory updates, and practical sustainability discussions.
Whether you work in materials, packaging, medical devices, compliance, recycling, or regulation, this event is designed to give you direct access to the topics shaping the future of healthcare plastics.
Why attend?
Because the sector is evolving fast and staying ahead means understanding both regulatory pressure and sustainability expectations.
At MPPE 2026, you will hear from experts across the value chain, exchange with peers, and gain practical insight into the issues that matter most for your business.
Register Now!Only a few spots remaining
Early bird deadline: 15 April
Preferential hotel rates available until 31 March
More info: info@eupc.org
For today’s update, we are highlighting key sessions from the agenda.
AGENDA - Public_MPPE ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2026.pdf
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What to Expect
Day I – 22 April 2026 ( Afternoon: 14:30 - 17:00 )
Topic: Regulatory Session
- WELCOME & OPENING REMARKS
- MDR UPDATE
- PFAS UPDATE
- NITROSAMINES & PVC – REGULATORY DEVELOPMENTS.
- DI GUIDELINE 2017 MEDICAL GRADE PLASTICS - STATUS UPDATE AND NEXT STEPS.
- MATERIALS COMPLIANCE & EXTRACTABLES / LEACHABLES – LATEST.
- DEVELOPMENTS
17:30 - 18:30 NETWORKING COCKTAIL (SPONSORED BY DYFRND)
18:30 - 22:00 CONFERENCE DINNER (OPTIONAL)
Day II – 23 April 2026 (09:00 - 13:30 Morning)
Topic: Sustainability Session
- WELCOME COFFEE.
- DESIGN FOR RECYCLING / ECO-DESIGN
- FROM DESIGN TO RECYCLING: SCIENCE‑BASED CIRCULARITY PATHWAYS FOR PHARMA PACKAGING.
- “TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR BLISTER FILMS FOR PHARMA PACKAGING”.
- SUSTAINABLE POLYMERS IN HEALTHCARE: BRIDGING INNOVATION AND REGULATORY REALITY.
- BIO-CIRCULAR AND CHEMICAL RECYCLED ABS POLYMERS WITH MASS BALANCE – OPPORTUNITIES AND LIMITATIONS.
12:30 - 13:30 NETWORKING LUNCH
Meet our speakers
Day 1 - Regulatory Session (22nd April 2026)
• Serge Tabet (Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies)
• Barbara Brusca (EuPC)
• Nigel Talboys (Consulting)
• Mike Freudenstein (Freelance Advisor & Consulting)
• Frank De Smedt, PhD (Dy•Fr•Nd)
Day 2 - Sustainability Session (23rd April 2026)
• Serge Tabet (Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies)
• Barbara Brusca (EuPC)
• Nigel Talboys (Consulting)
• Mike Freudenstein (Freelance Advisor & Consulting)
• Frank De Smedt, PhD (Dy•Fr•Nd)
We look forward to welcoming you in Antwerp!
Register Now!Media contact
MPPE Team