#Composites

2024-12-12

Composites industry gathers insights at JEC World 2025 Conference Program

The JEC World 2025 conference program, set to take place March 4-6 in Paris Nord Villepinte, has been unveiled, offering an extensive lineup of presentations and roundtable discussions that address the pressing challenges and advancements shaping the global composites industry.

Aerospace conference at JEC 2024 © 2024 JEC World

With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and emerging markets, the program caters to professionals across the supply chain, from executives to engineers, providing a platform to exchange ideas and explore the industry’s future trajectory.

Key Highlights of the Program

Sustainability at the Forefront

The program emphasizes the industry’s shift toward eco-friendly practices with sessions like:

+ Demystifying LCA: A Guide to Sustainable Composites

+ From Trash to Treasure: Building a Thriving Recycled Composites Supply Chain

Innovative Applications of AI

Cutting-edge technology takes center stage with sessions exploring the integration of Artificial Intelligence across the composites value chain. Topics include optimizing design, manufacturing, and real-time monitoring using AI-powered tools.

Bio-Based Alternatives and Lightweighting

Experts will discuss bio-based composites and their potential for sustainable lightweighting in industries such as automotive and aerospace.

Sector-Specific Insights

Specialized sessions delve into the unique needs of various sectors:

+ Hydrogen Conference: Composites for Hydrogen Transportation & Distribution

+ Composites Take Flight: The Race for High-Volume Aerospace

+ Setting Sail Towards Sustainability: Composites in the Marine Industry

Exclusive Presentations and Workshops

The conference features presentations by industry veterans, including Jeff Dahlgren of Airtech International, who will recount the evolution of bonding and composites, and "Country on Stage – Italy," spotlighting innovative recycling solutions.

Connecting Experts and Innovators

In addition to the main program, The Composites Exchange offers workshops from exhibitors and partners such as Arkema, SYENSQO, and Blueshift Materials, showcasing cutting-edge products and solutions.

Professionals attending JEC World 2025 will gain actionable insights into the industry’s most critical advancements, from sustainability initiatives to technological breakthroughs, fostering a collaborative environment to shape the future of composites.

For the full program, visit: http://www.jec-world.events/program

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