RWM: Resource & Waste Management Expo 2026: agenda and talks
73 sessions across 5 theatres. Times and access details as published by the organiser — always check the official programme on the day.
Wednesday 16 September 2026
- 10:00–10:45Navigating PPWR: The New Era of EU and UK Packaging RegulationRWM Packaging & EPR sponsored by ValpakIncluded
Danny Stapleton Torres, Senior Policy Advisor, Valpak · Harry Russell, Research Lead - Senior International Account Manager, Valpak
- 11:00–11:30What is Next with DRS?RWM Packaging & EPR sponsored by ValpakIncluded
- 11:45–12:15Zero Waste to Landfill: Driving Sustainability and SavingsRWM Packaging & EPR sponsored by ValpakIncluded
Emily Hare, Waste & Resource Traceability Manager, Valpak
- 12:30–13:00EPR and Beyond: How Data Collected for Packaging EPR Reporting can be used to Drive a Broader Sustainability AgendaRWM Packaging & EPR sponsored by ValpakIncluded
Annis Mapleston, Senior Environmental Compliance Consultant, Lorax EPI · Lydia Geddes, Head of Sales, Lorax EPI
- 13:45–14:15Waste Tagging: Barcoding Products for End of LifeRWM Packaging & EPR sponsored by ValpakIncluded
Will Addy, Polytag
- 14:30–15:15pEPR: Preparing for the New Producer Responsibility RegimeRWM Packaging & EPR sponsored by ValpakIncluded
Patrick Brighty, Head of Recycling Policy, ESA · Paul Vanston, CEO, INCPEN
- 15:30–16:15PACK UK Technical Committees: Shaping Standards and ImplementationRWM Packaging & EPR sponsored by ValpakIncluded
Eleanor Williams, Head of Strategy, PackUK
Thursday 17 September 2026
- 10:00–10:30Packaging EPR: Year 2 and BeyondRWM Packaging & EPR sponsored by ValpakIncluded
Andrew Bird, Service Director Sustainable Environment, Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council
- 10:40–11:25DRS - One Year to GoRWM Packaging & EPR sponsored by ValpakIncluded
Carla Brian, Public Affairs and Partnerships Director, Biffa · Patrick Brighty, Head of Recycling Policy, ESA · Sondre Henningsgard, Vice President Business Development, Tomra
- 11:35–12:05Smart Data, Smarter Packaging: Unlocking Recyclability with RAMRWM Packaging & EPR sponsored by ValpakIncluded
Phillip Crum, Director of Data Insights, Valpak · Ruth Beckley, Chief Operating Officer, Valpak
- 12:15–12:45UK Packaging Pact with WRAPRWM Packaging & EPR sponsored by ValpakIncluded
Adam Herriott, Interim Joint Head of Packaging, WRAP · Jamie Riley, Head of Sustainability, Robinson Packaging · Madison Wright, Strategic Engagement Manager, WRAP
- 13:30–14:00Policy Pathways for Circular Plastic Packaging in the UKRWM Packaging & EPR sponsored by ValpakIncluded
- 14:10–14:40Designing Packaging Which is Truly RecyclableRWM Packaging & EPR sponsored by ValpakIncluded
Jamie Riley, Head of Sustainability, Robinson Packaging
- 14:50–15:20From Compliance to Circular Advantage: EPR & Smarter Packaging DecisionsRWM Packaging & EPR sponsored by ValpakIncluded
Sam Dove, New Business Manager, Valpak
- 15:30–16:00New PRO - the First 6-Months - its Role in Packaging and ResponsibilityRWM Packaging & EPR sponsored by ValpakIncluded
Karen Graily, UK Packaging Pro