Henkel to host Sustainability Days 2021

After the first round in 2020, Henkel will host the second edition of its virtual conference and exhibition dedicated to sustainability – ‘The Sustainability Forum’. The forum is returning in a new expanded format – Henkel Sustainability Days 2021, which will be held from November 16-18.

 Henkel will host the second edition of its virtual conference and exhibition dedicated to sustainability – ‘The Sustainability Forum’
The fully digital three day event will once again bring together experts from across the packaging and consumer goods value chain for in-depth discussions on sustainability.  
 
Brandi Schuster, head of Market and Customer Activation Packaging Adhesives, Henkel, said: ‘At Henkel, we are committed to blazing a trail for more sustainable products, processes, and lifestyles, through innovation, transparency and especially through close cooperation with our customers and suppliers to help them join us on this vital journey. Therefore, we are delighted to present this incredible event for Henkel customers and business partners. Sustainability Days 2021 presents a unique platform for knowledge transfer and networking that crosses disciplines and continents – and, best of all, is completely free to participate in.’ 
 
Henkel and its partners will present discussions about new and emerging challenges – from the circular economy and sustainable sourcing to e-commerce. Specific focus areas include end-of-line packaging and labeling, flexible packaging, paper solutions, tapes and labels as well as personal hygiene.  
 
As well as experts from Henkel, the agenda will include presentations from companies from across the value chain including packaging manufacturers and suppliers such as Metsä Board, Matrix Pack, and Siegwerk. Brands such as Heineken and Essity will be on board. From the retail sector DM, and Carrefour, from recycling sector Erema and Attero in addition to machine industry players such as HP Indigo will join the event.  
 
Each of the three days will be held under one specific motto ‘Staying flexible’, ‘Sticking to it’ and ‘Closing the loop’. Two topic blocks around circular economy and e-commerce on the third day. 
 
With a virtual auditorium, showroom and networking areas, the Henkel Sustainability Days provide a comprehensive program available online to all interested parties from across the global industry. Participants can listen to live discussions and take part in Q&A sessions with subject matter experts and even explore the virtual showroom exhibition with dedicated booths.  
 
Meanwhile, the meeting point area makes it possible to network and enjoy conversations with industry experts and peers. For those unable to catch sessions live, all recordings will be available on demand in the media library.