Recycling technology and policy debates are accelerating across Europe. World Recycling Convention 2027 takes place May 5 to May 6, 2027 in Milan and gathers industry leaders, technology providers and policymakers focused on next-generation recycling.
Dates, theme and structure of the event
The fifth edition centers on Next-Gen Recycling Technology, Innovation and Partnership and runs in Milan on May 5 and 6, 2027. The format combines technical briefings, sector panels and a ReVenture arena for startups and emerging technologies.
Attendee profile and commercial angles
Attendees include corporate sustainability leads, technology vendors, and actors across manufacturing and materials recovery. For B2B prospecting prioritize contacts linked to AI sorting, chemical recycling and digital traceability platforms. Short technical briefs with measured performance indicators open conversations with both procurement and operations teams.
Highlighted program items at World Recycling Convention 2027
Key sessions cover AI and robotics in recycling systems, advanced plastic recycling, battery and critical raw material recovery, and textile circularity. Panels address global regulation and Extended Producer Responsibility while demo slots showcase scalable recovery solutions.
Key figures for the convention
The event lists more than 400 attendees, over 50 speakers and more than 50 sponsors and partners, distributed across 12 plus event sessions. Those figures frame a focused environment for technical exchange and commercial follow up.
Practical prospecting guidance for Milan
- Target companies by technological need such as high-speed optical sorting or molecular recycling.
- Bring concise demos that quantify improvements in feedstock quality or cost per tonne.
- Prepare compliance documentation relevant to traceability and producer responsibility.
- Use the Event Deck to review sponsorship and exhibition options and secure meetings with senior profiles.
Why the event matters in 2027
The program emphasizes digital traceability and higher purity in recovered materials, trends that influence procurement and investment decisions across manufacturing and packaging value chains. Companies that demonstrate measurable gains in material quality and process efficiency are best positioned to capture new supply contracts.
Closing note
To access the Event Deck and view sponsorship and exhibition options visit the official site http://recycling.thepeopleevents.com. Milan will concentrate technical debates and partnership opportunities that matter for scaling next-generation recycling.
