Still a Few Spots Left – Join the MPPE Annual Conference 2026 in Antwerp
The MPPE Annual Conference 2026 is approaching — and places are filling fast.
[02.04.2026] – [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.
What to Expect
Day I – 22 April 2026 (Afternoon) - Topic: Regulatory Focus
This session is ideal for professionals navigating compliance, risk management, materials selection, and product development in an increasingly complex regulatory landscape.
Day II – 23 April 2026 (Morning) - Topic: Sustainability Focus
These discussions will address how companies can move from ambition to implementation while balancing performance, safety, compliance, and recyclability.
Meet the Speakers
Jean-Emile Potaufeux
Technical Manager – Plastics Recyclers Europe / RecyClass
At the conference, Jean-Emile will present "From Design to Recycling: Science-Based Circularity Pathways for Pharma Packaging"
Frank De Smedt
Founder/Owner of 𝗗𝘆𝗙𝗿𝗡𝗱
Frank is a member of MedPharmPlast (MPPE), will be present: “Materials Compliance & Extractables / Leachables - Latest Developments”
Thijs Feenstra
Circular Product Design Lead
We’re pleased to introduce Thijs Feenstra, who wlil be presenting: “Design for Recycling / Eco-Design” . Thijs is the author of several books on Design for and from Recycling, a frequent speaker at conferences and industry events across Europe, and a passionate advocate for the transition toward a circular economy.
Mike Freudenstein
Medical Grade Plastics Strategy & Advisory · Freelance
Mike Freudenstein will present “Material Strategy for MedTech, Pharma & Diagnostics” during the conference. Mike is a freelance advisor specialised in medical‑grade plastics, supporting MedTech, pharma and diagnostics companies on material strategy, regulatory aspects and applications.
Luca Chiochia
Business Development Manager
Luca Chiochia, from ELIX Polymers, will speak on “Bio‑circular and chemically recycled ABS polymers with Mass Balance – Opportunities and Limitations.” With 20 years of industrial experience and a focus on healthcare since 2017, he drives the development of ELIX E‑LOOP ABS sustainable and circular solutions.
Join us in Antwerp on 22–23 April 2026 and secure your place at the MedPharmPlastEurope Annual Conference 2026 before the early bird offer ends.
Register Here!
For ongoing updates and to join the conversation, attendees and interested stakeholders are invited to follow MedPharmPlastEurope on LinkedIn.
For any questions or further information, please contact us at info@eupc.org.
We look forward to welcoming you to Antwerp for the MedPharmPlast Annual Conference 2026.
MPPE Team
European Plastics Converters (EuPC)