‘What’s the future for adhesives and sealants?’
‘What’s the future for adhesives and sealants? – Feature panel session With contributors from the construction, packaging and automotive sectors, other trade associations in the UK and Europe and key manufacturers in the Adhesives and Sealants Sectors we’ll be exploring the complex and often conflicting priorities in assessing the sustainability of adhesives and sealants. We’ll […]
Accelerating chemical process & production utilising “Fast Batch” reactor technology
Until recently there was only two alternatives for chemical production these being Batch or Flow, each having their own unique benefits and drawbacks. However, a new entrant to this processing sector has emerged which offers the flexibility and familiarity of Batch combined with the performance and efficiency of Flow. This “Fast Batch” technology enables the […]
Aston Greentech ecosystem from concept to end-user: lessons learned from academia/industry collaborations.
Aston Greentech ecosystem from concept to end-user: lessons learned from academia/industry collaborations. Mini-conference Aston University will deliver a dynamic program showcasing its role as a leader in driving sustainable innovation from lab research to real-world industry applications. Through strategic collaborations with industry partners — including Innovate UK, Ofwat, and AstraZeneca — and leveraging public funds […]
The “Process Industries: Net Zero” (PINZ) Centre for Doctoral Training
The “Process Industries: Net Zero” (PINZ) Centre for Doctoral Training – Feature session PINZ is a collaboration between the Process Intensification Group at Newcastle and the Green Chemistry Centre of Excellence at York University. Over the next 9 years the centre will train 55 PhD students to work on projects to reduce the carbon footprint […]
Lighting the Way to Sustainable Chemistry: The Power of Flow and Photochemistry
In the quest for greener, more efficient chemical processes, flow chemistry and photochemistry have emerged as powerful tools for sustainability. This presentation explores how the synergy of continuous flow systems and light-driven reactions is transforming chemical synthesis—offering enhanced safety, scalability and reduced environmental impact. Key themes include the benefits of precise reaction control, reduced waste […]
National Materials Innovation Strategy
Keynote summary: The Henry Royce Institute, the UK’s national institute for advanced materials research and innovation, identified the need for a unified approach across government, industry, and the materials community to drive research into practical solutions. Materials development poses unique challenges as it spans multiple research disciplines, supply chains and industries before reaching commercial viability. […]
“Understanding Silver Colloids: How Nanotechnology is Reinventing Consumer Product Preservation”
Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles is revolutionizing sustainable product preservation, offering a safer and eco-friendly alternative to conventional antimicrobial solutions. With increasing regulatory restrictions on toxic biocides—such as the EU/UK Biocidal Products Regulation and bans on hazardous preservatives in consumer goods—traditional silver-based technologies have faced scrutiny over toxicity, environmental persistence, and uncontrolled nanoparticle release. This […]
“The UK Chemical Supply Chain in a Rapidly Shifting World: Challenges, Opportunities, and the Journey Ahead”
IChemE conference at CHEMUK 2025
IChemE’s goal is to help our members to engineer a sustainable world. To that end, we must show our members where and how they can use their skills to make a difference. Our report, Engineering A Sustainable World – the Chemical Engineering Challenge, sets out which Sustainable Development Goals chemical engineers are best placed to […]
Navigating NetZero – where are we now?
Session Outline: Navigating Net Zero – the panel session aimed at addressing questions around Net Zero and Sustainability within the Chemical Industry – returns to Chem UK for its third year. Since last year we’ve seen many changes. Global geopolitics remain in increasing turmoil. Some countries and large corporates are softening their commitments to Net […]