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GOCarbonFibre

11-12 October 2023
Online

GOCarbonFibre: Europe's only conference dedicated to carbon fibre​

Smithers has been organising the world renowned Global Outlook for Carbon Fibre conference for over 20 years. As the only conference focused solely on carbon fibre, the event provides a unique global forum for carbon fibre producers, converters, composite industry executives, researchers, technologists and new entrants to receive a comprehensive update on the outlook for growth, supply, demand, use and recycling of carbon fibres.

In this exciting sector, staying at the forefront of innovation and ahead of the competition is more important than ever. GOCarbonFibre unites the global carbon supply chain, allowing attendees to:
  • Network with thought leaders and senior representatives from some of the biggest names in the industry.
  • Hear from a high-calibre line-up of leading experts who will explore key topics and issues making the biggest impact to business.
  • Gain a comprehensive overview of key market trends, challenges, opportunities and innovations through carefully researched and compiled programme sessions.
Amy Fitzgerald - University of Surrey and National Composites Centre

Amy Fitzgerald

Practitioner Doctorate in Sustainability at University of Surrey and National Composites Centre
Julien Sellier - STRUCTeam Ltd

Julien Sellier

Managing Director at STRUCTeam Ltd
Dr. Agi (Agnieszka) Brandt-Talbot - Imperial College London

Dr. Agi (Agnieszka) Brandt-Talbot

Lecturer, Director at Imperial College London
Jakob Woelling - Fraunhofer Institute for Casting, Composite and Processing Technology IGCV

Jakob Woelling

Head of Department for Sustainable Composites at Fraunhofer Institute for Casting, Composite and Processing Technology IGCV
Dr. Christos Karatzias - Mitsui Chemicals Europe GmbH

Dr. Christos Karatzias

Senior Manager New Business Development at Mitsui Chemicals Europe GmbH
Frazer Barnes - Gen 2 Carbon Ltd.

Frazer Barnes

CEO at Gen 2 Carbon Ltd.

2023 Agenda

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Chair's opening remarks
SESSION 1: Key Drivers Behind the Carbon Fibre Market
SESSION 2: Sustainability and Design
SESSION 3: New Technology and Sustainable Production Processes
Chair's opening remarks
SESSION 4: Thermoplastics
SESSION 5: Recycling
SESSION 6: Innovations

Advisory Board

Frazer Barnes - Gen 2 Carbon Ltd.

Frazer Barnes

CEO at Gen 2 Carbon Ltd.
John Davidson Msc - Cygnet Texkimp

John Davidson Msc

Product Director, Oxidation and Carbonisation at Cygnet Texkimp
Andrew Mafeld - Connectra

Andrew Mafeld

Managing Director at Connectra
Hans Hansson - Swerea SICOMP

Hans Hansson

Senior Advisor at Swerea SICOMP
Paolo Grati, M.Sc. - GP Marketing Consulting Sas & RECARBON Srl

Paolo Grati, M.Sc.

Owner, President at GP Marketing Consulting Sas & RECARBON Srl
Dr. Greg Lipoczi - Econ Engineering

Dr. Greg Lipoczi

Commercial Director at Econ Engineering