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Event program

JEC World designs an insightful conference program in two dedicated Agora conference rooms (Hall 5 and Hall 6), to help participants address the main challenges and key trends shaping the future of the international Composites business.

JEC World conferences bring together the world’s leading Composites executives and engineers across the value chain to share their insights into key topics shaping the global Composites industry.

From highlighting new composites markets around the world to analysing new materials, products, and processes, our expertly curated program provides a complete toolkit to understand the future of our industry and seize unique opportunities to grow your business internationally.


Event Schedule

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09:30
  1. Agora 5
    25 mins
    Welcome to JEC World 2024! Discover the highlights of the three days as well as the winners of the JEC Innovation Awards 2024!  
    logo JEC            logo Kordsa
10:00
  1. Agora 5
    85 mins
    Belgium has a rich history in innovation across various industries and actively fosters the culture of research & development. The country invests in cutting-edge technologies and collaborative projec ...

    Sponsored by FPS Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation: 

    logo Belgium Composites

     Logo Agoria  Logo Wallonialogo Kingdom of Belgium

  2. Agora 6
    85 mins
    Startup Booster is the leading startup competition in the world of composites and advanced materials. Discover the 10 startups in the category “Products and Materials” selected to pitch in front of th ...

    Main Innovation Partners

    logo AirbusLogo OC

    Innovation Partner

    Logo Mercedes

  3. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Nantes Université is a French public higher education and research institution that brings together a university, Nantes University Hospital), a technological research institute (IRT Jules Verne), a n ...
  4. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    Unlock the potential of heat & cool technology in compression molding. Enhance efficiency, optimize cycle times, and achieve exceptional quality with precise temperature control and advanced technique ...
    Logo Roctool
10:30
  1. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Politecnico di Milano is the first technical university in Italy, a hub of innovation and academic excellence. Every year, it scores in top positions in the international rankings, both in Europe and ...
10:45
  1. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    Join Aerovac for a dynamic demonstration contrasting the traditional in-shop kit cutting with the use of specialized Aerovac material kits, highlighting significant time-saving advantages. Experience ...
    Logo Aerovac
11:00
  1. Campus Village
    20 mins
    We develop a system to cope with the optimum design problem by means of the machine learning method for Type 4 tank. We also develop a software to evaluate local stress enhancement by the winding and ...
11:30
  1. Agora 5
    25 mins
    Composite materials have emerged as an integral part of the design and manufacturing of space & launch vehicles due to their unique properties, offering significant advantages over traditional materia ...
    SYENSQO
  2. Agora 6
    25 mins
    In 2023, SWANCOR's "Recyclable Thermoset CFRP Composite Bike" won the JEC Innovation Award. In 2024, SWANCOR will demonstrate how to use EzCiclo and CleaVER system to achieve a closed loop of thermose ...
    logo Swancor
  3. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Against the background of the transformation towards greater sustainability, two trends can be observed in the field of lightweight construction and plastics technology. On the one hand, fibre-plastic ...
  4. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    Join us in this hands-on demonstration where MVP guides participants through the detailed process of constructing a silicone membrane within an existing mold. Explore step-by-step procedures to create ...
    Logo MVP
12:00
  1. Agora 5
    60 mins
    This panel discussion will explore the realm of natural fibers and bio-sourced materials and their significant impact on the composites industry. As eco-consciousness gains prominence, the use of rene ...
  2. Agora 6
    25 mins
    Stricter regulations demanding high quality parts and rising cost pressures increasingly burden composite manufacturers. To keep pace with growing demands, many companies ask themselves how intelligen ...
    Logo SenXPERT
12:15
  1. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    Unlock the potential of heat & cool technology in compression molding. Enhance efficiency, optimize cycle times, and achieve exceptional quality with precise temperature control and advanced technique ...
    Logo Roctool
12:30
  1. Agora 6
    25 mins
    Embark on a technical journey to discover how new Additive Manufacturing technology is enabling mold manufacturers to automate their workflows. The transformative capabilities of the Massivit 10000 sy ...
    logo Massivit
  2. Campus Village
    30 mins
    Embark on a journey of innovation with Space Team Aachen at JEC! From manufacturing rockets to conducting groundbreaking experiments, witness how we transform ideas into reality using composite materi ...
14:00
  1. Agora 5
    25 mins
    In the traditional composite manufacturing process, multiple manual steps and a lack of integration between different tools often lead to inconsistencies in data, production delays and increased costs ...
    logo Dassault
  2. Agora 6
    55 mins
    As the world embraces sustainable practices, the transportation industry stands at the precipice of a transformative era. This session delves into the pivotal role that composite materials play in dri ...
  3. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Applied Mechanics Laboratory, University of Patras (AML/UPAT) is in operation since 1980. It is part of the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics, University of Patras (UPAT). AML/UPAT ...
  4. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    A comprehensive overview of the features and rich history of the LSAM system and what sets it apart and positions it as the unrivaled technology leader in LFAM (Large Format Additive Manufacturing).   ...
    Logo Thermwood
14:30
  1. Agora 5
    25 mins
    Our Proxxima™ polyolefin thermoset resin systems, born from a Nobel Prize-winning technology, outperform a diverse set of competitors with their transformative benefits. These systems leverage a power ...
    Logo ExxonMobil Logo Fraunhofer
  2. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Christian's talk will focus on recruiting strategies in the composite industry. Initially addressing the general challenges in sourcing skilled professionals, he will then delve into ExpertHeads' uniq ...
14:45
  1. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    Discover the benefits of vacuum infusion with Aerovac custom kits in our live demo. Witness the precision of precut kits in a closed mold process, integral to industries like Wind Energy and other Ind ...
    Logo Aerovac
15:00
  1. Agora 5
    55 mins
    Lightweighting strategies have proven effective in reducing the weight of internal combustion cars. However, the transition to electromobility requires an even greater commitment. Electric vehicles (E ...
    Logo ELCA
  2. Agora 6
    25 mins
    Due to their outstanding mechanical properties and durability, epoxy resins play a major role in the field of lightweight construction and composite materials. When highest thermomechanical properties ...
    Logo Bodo Moeller Chemie
  3. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Recruitment: Composites Market - "Only Direct Approach Remains Effective». Recruitment in the composites industry requires a direct approach, emphasized by a specialized firm. Plastics and composites ...
15:30
  1. Agora 6
    25 mins
    OCSiAl, the global leader in nanotube technologies, explores graphene nanotubes—an advanced agent for electrical conductivity in composites. Nanotube-based concentrates provide conductivity while pres ...
    Logo Ocsial
  2. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Unlock unparalleled growth in cutting-edge fields with Fluency's tailored recruitment. Our deep industry expertise and global network connect you with the brightest minds in advanced engineering, comp ...
  3. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    Learn how to implement MVP’s Secure Vacuum Bag (SVB) Seal to reduce consumable cost and waste, decrease time and labor requirements, and improve part quality and consistency. Discover the step-by-step ...
    Logo MVP
16:00
  1. Agora 5
    25 mins
    European Flax and Hemp are known for their innovative fibres and technical properties which have been validated by scientific research. Whether in industry, construction, automotive or sports, these f ...
    logo Alliance
  2. Agora 6
    25 mins
    Everything we manufacture carries a hidden cost. So, on the journey to sustainability, how can we meet present needs without compromising the future? We’ll look at the vital role composites play and w ...
    Logo IMCD
  3. Campus Village
    20 mins
    The non-metallic composite market will grow exponentially within the next decade to support sustainable energy production in the Middle East and beyond. This revolution requires drastic changes in the ...
16:15
  1. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    Unlock the potential of heat & cool technology in compression molding. Enhance efficiency, optimize cycle times, and achieve exceptional quality with precise temperature control and advanced technique ...
    Logo Roctool
17:00
  1. Agora 5
    25 mins
    SGL Carbon relies on resource-friendly manufacturing in the production of its own carbon fibers. By using renewable energy, the carbon footprint of our fiber can be reduced by up to 50% compared to a ...
    logo SGL
09:15
  1. Agora 6
    40 mins
    Huntsman plays a crucial role in tackling the world’s sustainability challenges through innovative composite solutions for lightweighting, coatings, and adhesion. Join Peter Huntsman for a view from t ...
    logo Huntsman
10:00
  1. Agora 5
    85 mins
    Explore Italy's composite materials industry at this engaging conference. Country experts will share insights, discuss challenges, and showcase the latest innovations. Delve into applications in key s ...
    Logo Country On Stage
  2. Agora 6
    25 mins
    Recycling solvents is both ecologically and economically crucial. The utilization of composite materials is undeniably integral to the future of the industrial world. In the context of global economic ...
    Logo Eco Dec
  3. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Against the background of the transformation towards greater sustainability, two trends can be observed in the field of lightweight construction and plastics technology. On the one hand, fibre-plastic ...
  4. Jean Theves Auditorium 401
    60 mins
    On March 6, 2024, at JEC World, from 10am to 11am, Aeronautics Industry Leaders will present to the JEC World community the roadmap of the industry decarbonization. A major focus of the aeronautics su ...
    logo Airbus   logo Coriolis  logo Hexcel logo safran
  5. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    Unlock the potential of heat & cool technology in compression molding. Enhance efficiency, optimize cycle times, and achieve exceptional quality with precise temperature control and advanced technique ...
    logo Roctool
10:30
  1. Agora 6
    25 mins
    Manufacturing composite products requires a perfect vacuum integrity before treatment. Yet, the actual methods in use are tedious, time-consuming and heavily user-dependent. In this talk, Distran will ...
    Logo Distran
  2. Campus Village
    20 mins
    EPFL counts about 12,000 students covering topics ranging from architecture to basic sciences, life sciences, computer sciences and engineering. Composite training is obtained mostly through Civil, Ma ...
10:45
  1. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    Building on the silicone membrane construction knowledge, this demonstration by MVP showcases cutting-edge injection technology. Witness the seamless integration of the latest closed molding innovatio ...
    logo MVP
11:00
  1. Agora 6
    25 mins
    Huntsman Advanced Materials is a pioneer and leading global supplier of epoxy resin solutions for composite pressure vessels. To support the industries move towards a more sustainable future, Huntsman ...
    Logo Huntsman
  2. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Embark on a journey of innovation with Space Team Aachen at JEC! From manufacturing rockets to conducting groundbreaking experiments, witness how we transform ideas into reality using composite materi ...
  3. Jean Theves Auditorium 401
    30 mins
    For some time, we have been advocating the use of one parameter for stiffness in trace, one parameter for failure criterion by leveraging Nettles circle, individual ply drops instead of symmetric pair ...
11:30
  1. Agora 5
    25 mins
            
    SYENSQO
  2. Agora 6
    25 mins
    Under the motto "Mass plus class: high quantities in high quality", the speakers will present the continuous and isobaric production process of a HELD double belt press exemplified by Tepex®. Wherever ...

    Logo Held  Logo Bond Laminates

  3. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Applied Mechanics Laboratory, University of Patras (AML/UPAT) is in operation since 1980. It is part of the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics, University of Patras (UPAT). AML/UPAT ...
  4. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    Discover the benefits of vacuum infusion with Aerovac custom kits in our live demo. Witness the precision of precut kits in a closed mold process, integral to industries like Wind Energy and other Ind ...
    logo aerovac
12:00
  1. Agora 5
    60 mins
    As the world embraces the need for sustainability and reducing our environmental footprint, the use of recycled materials in composite parts has emerged as a promising and important potential solution ...
  2. Agora 6
    25 mins
    Over the years, thermoplastic composites have gained traction across diverse sectors. Arkema leads the way with its high-performance polymers, tailored for structural applications in boats, wind blade ...
    Logo Arkema
  3. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Nantes Université is a French public higher education and research institution that brings together a university, Nantes University Hospital), a technological research institute (IRT Jules Verne), a n ...
12:15
  1. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    Unlock the potential of heat & cool technology in compression molding. Enhance efficiency, optimize cycle times, and achieve exceptional quality with precise temperature control and advanced technique ...
    logo Roctool
12:30
  1. Agora 6
    25 mins
    Smartcomposites, when enabled by nanoniobium, have the potential to revolutionize the materials industry, making them more efficient, safe and sustainable. In this session, NIONE and Nanopoxy presents ...
    Logo Nione    logo Nanopoxy
  2. Campus Village
    30 mins
    Politecnico di Milano is the first technical university in Italy, a hub of innovation and academic excellence. Every year, it scores in top positions in the international rankings, both in Europe and ...
14:00
  1. Agora 5
    25 mins
    Discover how The CT Engineering Group leveraged the power of CATIA 3DEXPERIENCE on cloud to lead an automated fuselage assembly project, revolutionizing aerospace manufacturing. Through the MultiFAL i ...
    Logo DAss
  2. Agora 6
    55 mins
    The aerospace industry has always been at the forefront of technological advancements, especially in the use of composite materials that are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible. This ...
  3. Campus Village
    20 mins
    We develop a system to cope with the optimum design problem by means of the machine learning method for Type 4 tank. We also develop a software to evaluate local stress enhancement by the winding and ...
  4. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
        
    Thermwood
14:30
  1. Agora 5
    25 mins
    Discover how Proxxima™ polyolefin thermoset resin systems can contribute to your company’s sustainability goals. Proxxima™, rooted in novel polyolefin chemistry, has less than half the GHG emissions o ...
    Logo ExxonMobil  logo MacClarin
  2. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Aircraft manufacturer, industrialist, industrial services provider, and logistician, Daher today has approximately 12 500 employees for a turnover of 1.5 billion euros. With its family ownership, Dahe ...
14:45
  1. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    Join Aerovac for a dynamic demonstration contrasting the traditional in-shop kit cutting with the use of specialized Aerovac material kits, highlighting significant time-saving advantages. Experience ...
    logo aerovac
15:00
  1. Agora 5
    25 mins
    Composite materials are being successfully adopted for certification and Low Initial Rate Production (LRIP) of eVTOL aircraft. However as demand grows, increased build rates will highlight the challen ...
    SYENSQO
  2. Agora 6
    25 mins
    To support light-weighting and enhance processing efficiency in carbon fiber composite industry, Formosa Plastics Corporation has developed a intermediate-modulus carbon fiber with a dry-jet wet-spinn ...
    Logo Formosa
  3. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Christian's talk will focus on recruiting strategies in the composite industry. Initially addressing the general challenges in sourcing skilled professionals, he will then delve into ExpertHeads' uniq ...
15:30
  1. Agora 5
    25 mins
    Recycled raw materials and energy from renewable sources are used in the new Maricell’s structural foam MYcell Eco. The reduced impact on enviroment and a comparison with other foams are discussed. MY ...
    Logo Polycell
  2. Agora 6
    25 mins
    Discover the winners of JEC Startup Booster, the leading startup competition in the world of composites & advanced materials. Three winners are selected by the jury out of the 20 finalists: "Products ...

    Main Innovation Partners

    logo AirbusLogo OC

    Innovation Partner

    Logo Mercedes

  3. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Recruitment: Composites Market - "Only Direct Approach Remains Effective». Recruitment in the composites industry requires a direct approach, emphasized by a specialized firm. Plastics and composites ...
  4. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    This demo session showcases the seamless integration of precision injection techniques with SVB Seal technology. Witness firsthand how the SVB Seal enhances the quality and efficiency of part injectio ...
    logo MVP
16:00
  1. Agora 5
    25 mins
    VonRoll presents the benefits of new materials in various markets (Aerospace, Automotive and Industrial), based on the formulation of new resin systems with multifunctional characteristics. The presen ...
    Logo VonRoll
  2. Agora 6
    25 mins
    Ultrasonic testing techniques are commonly used for quality assurance and inspection of composite materials. However, post-processing of the data can be challenging. This presentation focuses on impro ...
    Logo Testia
  3. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Unlock unparalleled growth in cutting-edge fields with Fluency's tailored recruitment. Our deep industry expertise and global network connect you with the brightest minds in advanced engineering, comp ...
16:15
  1. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    Unlock the potential of heat & cool technology in compression molding. Enhance efficiency, optimize cycle times, and achieve exceptional quality with precise temperature control and advanced technique ...
    logo Roctool
16:30
  1. Agora 5
    25 mins
    Thermoplastic and Thermoset composite materials are well established and in use for decades for a wide variety of applications and markets. Now with the global ramp up of the electrical vehicle produc ...
    Logo Dieffenbacher
  2. Agora 6
    25 mins
    To enable future mobility, electric vehicles continue to increase their driving range using more energy-dense battery packs with greater quantities of individual cells. These batteries pose a potentia ...
    logo Westlake
  3. Campus Village
    20 mins
    The Composite Materials Group at KU Leuven is a world-renowned research group on composite materials of about 70 researchers. We were founded in 1982 and are one of the worldwide recognized centers fo ...
17:00
  1. Agora 5
    25 mins
    This session introduces the Carbon Fiber Sustainability Vision 2050, including activities and long-term outlook on how carbon fiber can contribute to the realization of a sustainable society. The Japa ...
    Logo JCMA
  2. Agora 6
    60 mins
    SMC BMC Design Award 2024 “On the Move” recognizes and promotes design excellence in SMC and BMC, this edition in solutions for Public transport and Future Mobility. The award ceremony will take place ...
    Logo SMCBMC
09:30
  1. Jean Theves Auditorium 401
    20 mins
    Discover the highlights of the Sports Summit and join us for an insightful exploration into the cutting-edge innovation shaping the future of sport through composite materials. At the intersection of ...
    logo GSW
10:00
  1. Agora 5
    85 mins
    The Country on Stage France session will showcase the dynamism of France’s composites industry through two panels sessions, including experts from the office of the French Prime Minister (the General ...
    Logo Business France
  2. Agora 6
    25 mins
    Experience game-changing innovations in global and regional Towpreg R&D projects. Discover why Towpreg is a key technology for a more sustainable and efficient composite industry. Learn methods to rap ...
    Logo Comec
  3. Campus Village
    20 mins
    We develop a system to cope with the optimum design problem by means of the machine learning method for Type 4 tank. We also develop a software to evaluate local stress enhancement by the winding and ...
  4. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    Join Aerovac for a dynamic demonstration contrasting the traditional in-shop kit cutting with the use of specialized Aerovac material kits, highlighting significant time-saving advantages. Experience ...
    Logo Aerovac
10:30
  1. Agora 6
    25 mins
    EcoTool is an innovative heated tooling solution created by modifying existing composite moulding technology and enabling Joule heating of composite laminates. The tools are heated by exploiting the J ...
    Logo Pentaxia
  2. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Against the background of the transformation towards greater sustainability, two trends can be observed in the field of lightweight construction and plastics technology. On the one hand, fibre-plastic ...
  3. Jean Theves Auditorium 401
    40 mins
    New materials, new processes, sport is a playground for testing innovations that other sectors can only adopt and test after long industrial certification and implementation processes. How do big comp ...
    logo GSW
10:45
  1. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    Discover how traditional LRTM molds can be transformed to achieve rapid injection times and elevate the quality of your molded parts. When using a traditional LRTM mold, the resin flow speed is depend ...
    logo MVP
11:00
  1. Agora 6
    55 mins
    Women are a growing voice with the global composites and advanced materials industry.  Join us as we gather women representing the international span of the composites industry. We will discuss strate ...
    logo WIB
  2. Campus Village
    20 mins
    EPFL counts about 12,000 students covering topics ranging from architecture to basic sciences, life sciences, computer sciences and engineering. Composite training is obtained mostly through Civil, Ma ...
11:15
  1. Jean Theves Auditorium 401
    45 mins
    Composite materials are central in the equipment for Paralympic sports, from professional to everyday athletes with physical disability. In this area, the search for performance meets the necessity to ...
    logo GSW
12:00
  1. Agora 5
    60 mins
    As technology continues to revolutionize manufacturing, the integration of automation, robotics, and digital technologies promises to bring unprecedented efficiency, precision, and cost-effectiveness ...
  2. Agora 6
    25 mins
    In order to promote the application of CFRP, which is characterized by its light weight and high strength, in the industry, we are required to improve productivity and reduce processing costs in cutti ...
    Logo Mitsubishi Electric
  3. Jean Theves Auditorium 401
    40 mins
    Composite technology has revolutionized competitive water sports, enhancing speed and maneuverability of even the biggest boats, until enabling them to fly over the water surface. They have a tangible ...
    logo GSW
12:15
  1. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    In this session, we delve into a thorough review of various techniques, best practices, and advanced methodologies that ensure optimal results in your molding processes. Join us as we break down the i ...
    logo MVP
12:30
  1. Agora 6
    25 mins
    From inventing the modern snowboard and synthetic fly line, to designing iconic vehicles, participants will learn why Michigan is the place to design, develop, and deliver the tools and gear to enjoy ...
    Logo MEDC
  2. Campus Village
    30 mins
    Applied Mechanics Laboratory, University of Patras (AML/UPAT) is in operation since 1980. It is part of the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics, University of Patras (UPAT). AML/UPAT ...
12:40
  1. Jean Theves Auditorium 401
    5 mins
    logo GSW
14:00
  1. Agora 6
    55 mins
    The session will focus on the application of composite materials in wind turbine technology today and tomorrow. Experts from engineering, renewable energy, materials science, and sustainability expert ...
  2. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Embark on a journey of innovation with Space Team Aachen at JEC! From manufacturing rockets to conducting groundbreaking experiments, witness how we transform ideas into reality using composite materi ...
  3. Live Demonstration Area
    30 mins
    A comprehensive overview of the features and rich history of the LSAM system and what sets it apart and positions it as the unrivaled technology leader in LFAM (Large Format Additive Manufacturing).   ...
    logo Thermwood
14:30
  1. Campus Village
    20 mins
    The non-metallic composite market will grow exponentially within the next decade to support sustainable energy production in the Middle East and beyond. This revolution requires drastic changes in the ...
15:00
  1. Campus Village
    20 mins
    Research scientists with the Department of Energy’s Carbon Fiber Technology Facility at Oak Ridge National Laboratory recently completed an analysis detailing the past, present, and future of the carb ...

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