{"id":13638,"date":"2026-03-31T11:24:21","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T10:24:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chemicalukexpo.com\/?page_id=13638"},"modified":"2026-04-24T12:41:58","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T11:41:58","slug":"chemuk-2026-interviews","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.chemicalukexpo.com\/chemuk-2026-interviews\/","title":{"rendered":"CHEMUK 2026 Interviews"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Ian Stewart, Head of Regional Engagement, IChemE<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Ahead of CHEMUK, we spoke with Ian from the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE), who will also be hosting a two-day mini conference at the show.<\/p>

In the interview, Ian highlighted key trends shaping the sector:
\u2022 Net Zero and sustainable energy transitions
\u2022 Waste reduction and sustainable manufacturing
\u2022 Maintaining the highest safety standards<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Ian Stone, Founder and Consultant Conference Director of CHEMUKEXPO<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Ian reflects on his personal CHEMUK journey, what the event means to him, and why large-scale industry gatherings remain vital for innovation, networking, and business growth in the chemicals sector.<\/p>

In this conversation, we explore:<\/p>

\u2022The evolving landscape of the UK chemicals industry
\u2022The role of trade shows and exhibitions in driving progress
\u2022 How events like CHEMUK bring professionals together to spark collaboration and shape the future<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Tim Doggett, Chief Executive Officer, Chemical Business Association (CBA)<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Ahead of CHEMUK, we spoke with Tim from the Chemical Business Association (CBA), who discussed the importance of making sure the chemical sector is heard.\u00a0<\/p>

In the interview, Tim highlighted key themes shaping the sector:
\u2022 The importance of community across the UK chemical supply chain
\u2022 Insights from the annual CBA \u2018State of the Nation\u2019 keynote
\u2022 Panel session: \u201cDon\u2019t mention the \u2018C\u2019 word\u201d\u00a0<\/p>

Meet Tim and the CBA team in person and hear his insightful sessions – CHEMUK 2026<\/a><\/span><\/p>

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