About this Event
Heriot-Watt University Dubai is honoured to be delivering the next Sustainability Symposium on the 29th of January 2026 on 'The Criticality of Strategic Partnership in Achieving Sustainable Packaging Solutions'.
Join us for a high-level symposium that brings together captains of the packaging industry and key stakeholders from both the private and public sectors. This event will explore how strategic partnerships can accelerate the transition to sustainable packaging solutions and advance circular economy goals.
Through keynote addresses, business case studies, and panel discussions, participants will gain actionable insights into innovative materials, global best practices, and collaborative approaches to tackle post-consumption packaging waste.
Why Attend:
- Hear from industry leaders and government representatives
- Explore innovative materials and technologies shaping sustainable packaging
- Build strategic partnerships to advance circular economy initiatives
- Network with peers and potential collaborators
Event Details
Day and Date: Thursday, 29 January 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m
Location: Auditorium, James Watt Building
We look forward to welcoming you!
Agenda
🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:10 AM
Welcome Address
Host: Prof. Heather McGregor, Provost, HWUD
🕑: 09:10 AM - 09:20 AM
Keynote
Host: Dr. Loubna Zaitouni
Info: Ministry of Economy & Member of the Circular Economy Council
🕑: 09:20 AM - 09:30 AM
Scientific Platform on Sustainable Packaging Representative Remarks
Host: Mr. Maher Al Kaabi
Info: Al Serkal Group
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Sustainable Packaging Business Case Studies
Info: Expo City Dubai – Mr. Anton Sotnezov ; WFP/UNHRD – Mr. Walid Ibrahim ; Othalo – Mr. Frank Cato Lathi
🕑: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Panel Discussion: Dealing with Post-Consumption Packaging Waste
Info: Tadweer Dubai – Enas Sobhy; DGrade – Emma Barber; Landmark Group – Samia
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Coffee Break & Students’ Booth Exhibition
🕑: 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Panel Discussion: New Sustainable Packaging Materials and Approaches
Info: Near Materials – Jordi Casas; Emirates Biotech – Aman; NRS Relief – Francesca Cocozza
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Panel Discussion: Innovative Solutions from Abroad
🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:00 PM
Conclusion
Host: Dr. Matt Sukumaran, COO, HWUD
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Lunch & Networking
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Heriot-Watt University Dubai, Heriot Watt University, Knowledge Village Main Gate 2 - Al SufouhDubai Knowledge Park - Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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