Conference 2026 theme: Education, skills and workforce development

People, skills and culture: powering the future of chemicals

Focusing on the people powering the sector: from developing the modern chemical engineer to building high‑performance safety cultures and alternative career paths.

This track looks at skills, leadership and organisational change needed for a safer, smarter and more resilient workforce.

Including highlighted focus tracks on: Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants & Construction Chemicals, plus:

· Agri Chem / Agrochemicals

· Biocides / Biocidal

· Cleaning, Detergents & HI&I products

· Food & Beverage

· Medicines & Pharmaceutical Products

· Personal Care, Beauty & Cosmetics

· PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances)

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