The details are being finalised, but we are ready to announce that the Polymer Additives Academy is back for its fourth edition!
We are proud to extend our partnership with two institutions that have been central to the Academy’s identity and quality: SUPSI – University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland, and KraussMaffei Extrusion. SUPSI’s involvement goes well beyond hosting one of the event days: the university is an active scientific partner, contributing its research expertise and academic rigour to shape the programme and the quality of the content. Also, we are proud to welcome the Politecnico di Milano as a new partner for this edition! These collaborations are what make the Academy something more than a series of talks, it is a genuine meeting point between industry and academia.
A special thanks goes to the Scientific Committee that is making this edition possible: Micaela Lorenzi, CEO of Greenchemicals; Prof. Andrea Castrovinci and Fabio Parolini of SUPSI; and Prof. Lidia Castoldi of the Politecnico di Milano, Dipartimento di Energia. Their expertise and commitment are the backbone of every edition.
As always, the academy will be free of charge and can be attended in person or online.
What’s new in 2026?
This year we are introducing a new format: three focused afternoon sessions, each dedicated to one of the most pressing topics in the industry, followed by a happy hour to keep the conversation going in a more relaxed setting.
The full programme, with detailed session topics, speakers and registration links, is coming soon on this page. Stay tuned!
FIRE SAFETY FOR BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION
10 September 2026 From 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (+ laboratory tour and happy hour until 6 p.m.)
📍Mendrisio – Department of Environment Construction and Design, University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI)
PHASE-OUT AND SUSTAINABLE ALTERNATIVES
29 October 2026 From 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. (Happy hour until 6 p.m.)
📍Politecnico di Milano – Dipartimento di Energia – campus Bovisa La Masa
SOLUTIONS FOR A CIRCULAR ECONOMY
26 November 2026 From 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. (Happy hour until 6 p.m.)
📍Polichem – Garlasco (PV)