PRELIMINARY PROGRAMME
Tuesday 13 May
Where is European chlor-alkali today? – Chair: Marleen Pauwels
08:30 Welcome to the Conference Participants – Jan Nouwen, Euro Chlor chair (BASF) Download abstract
08:40 Chlor-Alkali: Achieving Climate Neutrality – Richy Mariner, Euro Chlor Download abstract
09:10 Sustainability Programme and Results – Thomas Vanfleteren, Euro Chlor Download abstract
09:40 Global Chlor-Vinyls: a View from the Trough – Nick Kovics, Chemical Market Analytics, by OPIS, A Dow Jones Company Download abstract
10:10 Coffee Break in the Exhibition Hall
Innovations in chlor-alkali – Chair: Thomas Vanfleteren
10:50 New Chlorine Storage Material Based on Polychlorides – Sebastian Riedel – Freie Universität Berlin Download abstract
11:20 Small Steps, Big Impact: Rethinking Anode Reuse and Recycling – Kelly de Smet & David Mannessen – Circle PGM Download abstract
11:50 Unveiling Cutting-Edge Advancements and a Generation 3 Sulphate Removal and Concentration Membrane System (SRCS) for Sustainable Chemistry – Nithin Jose, Sepratech Download abstract
12:20 Lunch – Visit of the Exhibition
14:00 DIABON HCl Synthesis units – A Perfect Match between Energy Efficiency and Highest HCl Concentrations up to 38% – Daniel Hoff, SGL Carbon Download abstract
14:30 Advancing Circular Economy in the Chlor-Alkali Industry: Pioneering Recycling of Used Membranes for a Sustainable Future – J.P. An, AMB Tech Download abstract
15:00 Bluestar’s Latest Chlor-Alkali Electrolyser Technology – Wenjie Guo, Bluestar Download abstract
15:30 Coffee break in exhibition hall
Using our hydrogen to meet Europe’s ambitions – Chair: Eili Skrivervik
16:10 Insight into European Hydrogen: Challenges and Opportunities – Vasco Granadeiro, Bondalti. Download abstract
16:40 Asahi Kasei’s latest Technology Innovations in Alkaline Water Electrolysers for Green Hydrogen – Ryo lino, Asahi Kasei Download abstract
17:10 Lessons Learned on Hydrogen Safety – Ko Roelofs, Nobian Download abstract
Wednesday 14 May
Building on lessons learned on safety – Chair: Richy Mariner
08:30 Mersen Sintaclor® : Resource Efficiency and System Safety by Design – Jérémie Benoit, Mersen Download abstract
09:00 How to Detect Short Circuits and Damaged Diaphragms/Membranes in Electrolysers for Chlor-Alkali and Water Electrolysis – Helmut Lademann, R2 Download abstract
09:30 Behavioural Aspects of Safety – Marc Boeckx, Euro Chlor consultant Downlaod abstract
10:00 Coffee break in the Exhibition hall
Continuous Improvements in Sustainable chlor-alkali production – Chair: Thomas Vanfleteren
10:40 The path to Decarbonisation in the US – Robyn Brooks, The Chlorine Institute Download abstract
11:10 Strategies to Increase Efficiency and Sustainability in Chlor-Alkali Plants – Stefan Karrenbrock, Thyssenkrupp nucera Download abstract
11:40 Introduction of F-9060; The Latest Generation Membrane – Yutaro Hisada, AGC Download abstract
12:10 Lunch – visit of the Exhibition
Continuous Improvements in Sustainable chlor-alkali production – Chair: Thomas Vanfleteren
14:00 Powering Progress: Continuous Improvement in Chlor-Alkali Power Conversion – Maurizio Stucchi, Friem Download abstract
14:30 Asahi Kasei’s Latest Technology Innovations in Membrane Electrolysis for sustainability – Yu Endo, Asahi Kasei Download abstract
15:00 The Current Situation of Sustainable Development in China’s Chlor Alkali Industry – Zhang Peichao, China Chlor Alkali Industry Association (CCAIA) Download abstract
15:30 Coffee break in the Exhibition Hall
16:10 Energy and CO2 Saving with Corrosionless Silicone Carbide Equipment and System for the Chlor-Alkali industry – Andreas Wilk, Wilk Graphite Download abstract
16:40 Advanced Electrolysis Technology and Services Applied to Electrochemical Industry – Xu Yuxiang, Ancan Download abstract
17:10 Utilising Hydrogen by-Product to Create Carbon-Free Transportation – Martin Knoche, Chart Industries Download abstract
18:00 Cocktail amongst the Exhibitors
Thursday 15 May
Continuous Improvements in Sustainable chlor-alkali production – Chair: Thomas Vanfleteren
08:30 descote Double Lock Sealing System : A Globally Recognized Technology for the Safe Storage and Transportation of Hazardous Chemicals – Chris Du Bois, descote Download abstract
09:00 Innovative Titanium Applications in Chlor-Alkali: Balancing Cost and Durability for Industrial Success – Thanaphon Vansanit, Prolog Download abstract
09:30 Energy Optimisation and CO2 reduction in Caustic Evaporation & Concentration Systems – Rainer Hagenloch, Bertrams Download abstract
10:00 Chlor-Alkali Leadership: Paving the Way for Bankable Green Hydrogen Projects – Terry Healy, INEOS Electrochemical Solutions Download abstract
10:30 Coffee break in the Exhibition Hall
Where will European chlor-alkali be tomorrow? – Chair: Marleen Pauwels
11:10 Current Trends and Challenges in the Chlor-Alkali Service Industry – Frank Uesbeck, Thyssenkrupp nucera Download abstract
11:40 A Special Briefing on PFAS – Maria-Chiara Detragiache, Cefic Download abstract
12:10 Conclusion of the Conference – Marleen Pauwels, Euro Chlor
12:20 Lunch – End of the conference at 14.00