Chemical Regulations and Sustainability Symposium 2023

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Join REACHLaw and the UK Chemical Business Association – CBA for an exceptional two-day symposium that covers the latest developments in chemical regulatory compliance that impact the chemical industry on a global scale.

Day one will feature insightful presentations on the UK REACH, UK Chemicals Strategy, industry and authority perspectives, as well as the EU Green Deal and EU Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability. Presenters will discuss everything from the EU REACH Revision to the Authorisation Reform, PFAS Restriction Proposal, and Polymers Registration. 

THEME FOR DAY 1: Stay informed about the latest industry trends and developments.

On day two, dive deeper into the global impact of chemical regulatory compliance. Hear about the 2023 Turkey KKDIK registration deadline, the 2024 K-REACH deadline, and developments related to India REACH and BIS, Ukraine REACH, and more. Our presentations will be followed by a thought-provoking panel discussion about the future of chemical regulations and related issues, exploring whether we are headed towards a utopia or dystopia.

THEME FOR DAY 2 – As we strive towards sustainability and sustainable growth, the ongoing efforts towards chemical regulatory compliance are more critical than ever.

Programme

DAY 1: 25 October, 2023 ( From 09:00 - 17:00 )

Moderator: Steve George, REACHLaw UK Ltd

08:30-09:00

Registration & Welcome Coffee

SESSION 1

UK CHEMICAL REGULATORY DEVELOPMENTS

09:00-09:10

Introduction and Welcome

09:10-09:40

UK REACH: Recap and where are we today

09:40-10:10

UK Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability

10:10-10:30

Questions and Answers

10:30-10:50

Coffee Break

SESSION 2

UK REACH REGISTRATION - A PRACTICAL APPROACH

10:50-11:10

UK REACH Inquiry and Late DUIN

11:10-12:00

UK REACH Registration and the alternative registration model

12:00-13:00

Lunch

13:00-13:30

Industry experience - Challenges and strategy

13:30-13:50

How to plan for the future

13:50-14:10

Questions and Answers

SESSION 3

EU CHEMICAL REGULATORY DEVELOPMENTS

14:10-14:40

EU Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability overview

14:40-15:20

EU REACH Revision a status overview

- Polymers registration

- New information and evaluation requirements

- Essential use concept and REACH authorisation

- The importance of advocacy in the EU REACH Revision

15:20-15:40

Coffee Break

15:40-16:20

Industry case - How the industry is preparing - European Space Agency

16:20-16:40

Questions & Answers

16:40-17:00

Closing Remarks

17:00-19:00

Networking + Snacks & Cocktails

... 19:00

End of Day 1 of the Symposium

Programme

DAY 2: 26 October, 2023 ( From 09:00 - 15:00 )

Moderator: Steve George, REACHLaw UK Ltd

08:30-09:00

Morning Coffee

SESSION 4

GLOBAL CHEMICAL REGULATORY UPDATES

09:00-09:15

Introduction and today's agenda

09:15-10:00

Turkey KKDIK Registration Strategy

10:00-10:30

K-REACH: 2024 registration deadline

10:30-10:50

Coffee Break

10:50-11:30

Other regulatory developments:

- India Chemical Regulations

- Ukraine REACH and CLP

11:30-12:00

Data sharing and global regulations

12:00-13:00

Lunch

13:00-13:30

Compliance strategies for global chemical regulatory compliance - Industry case

13:30-13:50

Questions & Answers

SESSION 5

THE FUTURE OF CHEMICAL REGULATIONS

13:50-14:30

Chemicals and related regulations + 10 years in the future

13:50-14:10

The future of chemicals and related regulations - Utopia or Dystopia

14:10-14:30

Panel discussion: The future of chemical regulations

14:30-14:50

Questions & Answers

14:50-15:00

Closing Remarks

15:00-15:30

Coffee and Refreshments

15:30-17:00

REACHLaw available of one-on-one meetings+ Networking + CBA Future Council meeting

... 17:00

End of the Symposium

Why Attend?

Our symposium is not just about lectures and presentations. We also host discussion panels with experts, industry representatives, authorities, and stakeholders. This provides an excellent opportunity for you to network and exchange views with colleagues and peers.

And to top it all off, there will be a networking event after the sessions on day one, giving you the opportunity to connect with other attendees in a more relaxed setting, exchange ideas, and have a great time.

Register now for the symposium! Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and network with colleagues in the chemical industry.

If you have any questions about the event or would like to get more information, please contact us at marketing@reachlaw.fi.

Speakers

We have compiled a stellar lineup of keynote speakers who are experts, authorities, association and industry representatives and key stakeholders in their respective fields. These esteemed speakers bring a wealth of knowledge and experience on the table and are sure to inspire, inform, educate and engage with our audience.

Dr Kay Williams

Head of International Chemicals, Pesticides and Hazardous Waste hub, DEFRA

Neil Hollis

Regulatory Affairs Manager, BASF plc

Steve Hollins

Senior Product Stewardship Advisor, Tronox

Tim Dogget

Chief Executive Officer, CBA

Elaine McGavin

Regulatory and Responsible Care Lead, CBA

Josh Leech

Member's Services Representative, CBA

Danish Azri

Regulatory and Supply Chain Support, CBA

Jouni Honkavaara

CEO-Partner

Frederik Johanson

Partner, Sales

Pietro Di Tondo

Director, REACHLaw UK Ltd

Steve George

Senior Advisor, REACHLaw

Bernadette Quinn

Head of Authorisation Practice

Sini Suomela

Chief Operating Officer - COO

Olesia Vinterberg

Global Accounts Lead and Legal Advisor

Julien De Cruz

Head of Public Affairs

Sibel Kılıç

Director, REACHLaw Turkey

Gagan Kumar

Managing Director, REACHLaw India Private Limited

Amy Fearon

Principal Consultant

Oliver Reiff-Musgrove

Project Manager

Panelists include:

Our panelists will share their extensive knowledge and experiences, shedding light on the latest chemical regulatory compliance and sustainability trends including future possibilities in their respective fields.

Danielle O’Connor

Quality & Regulatory Manager, Cornelius

Liam McCarroll

Global Director of Sustainability , Univar Solutions

Partner

The Chemical Business Association is the voice of the UK chemical supply chain.

It represents a wide range of businesses – from distributors and traders to manufacturers and blenders as well as logistics and service providers. The majority of our members are small or medium-sized enterprises.

CBA members contribute in excess of £4 billion to the UK economy and employ over 10,000 people nationwide, handling in excess of 27 million tonnes and making over 2.25 million deliveries of chemicals each year. Such a diverse membership gives a distinct advantage of a 360-degree view and insight of the global chemical supply chain which, combined with the extensive and in-depth expertise of our staff, enables us to provide wide-ranging services and support to our members, and to engage and work closely with Government and other key stakeholders in the UK and overseas. The Chemical Business Association is the voice of the UK chemical supply chain.

More information can be found here: https://www.chemical.org.uk

Venue Hotel

The REACHLaw and CBA Chemical Regulations and Sustainability Symposium 2023 will take place at: The Midland Hotel. 16 Peter Street, Manchester, M60 2DS.

The Midland is located on Peter Street in the centre of Manchester, UK and is only a short walk away from Bridgewater Hall, the Palace Theatre and Manchester Central Exhibition and Conference Centre.

The hotel is beside St Peters Square and is within walking distance of Manchester Oxford Road (200 metres) and Manchester Piccadilly (0.6 miles) and is easily accessible from all corners of the country, Manchester Airport and Local and National rail links. 

Special rate

A special rate per night is offered only to the participants that have registered to attend the event and wishes to stay at the venue hotel.  Information on special rate will be given upon successful submission of the registration. 

More information on The Midland hotel can be found here: https://www.themidlandhotel.co.uk/directions