Program
Additional results on the following days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.
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9:00
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09:30
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10:20
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10:20
Conference
Managing waste to cool down a warming world?
German RETech Partnership e.V., ISWA, Anja Schwetje Beatrice Decker
Methane and carbon dioxide emissions from dumpsites and landfills are a driver of global warming. Developing waste management systems with separate collection of biowaste and pre-treatment of residual materials not only supports recycling, substitution of fossil fuels, and resource protection - it is also a huge lever to fight climate change.
Partner: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Abfallwirtschaft e.V. (DGAW), German Recycling Technologies and Waste Management Partnership e.V. (German RETech), International Solid Waste Association (ISWA)
Orange Stage (A5)
Recycling of substances and materials
09:45
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10:35
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10:35
Conference
Experience it live: Processing technology for waste wood.
Represented companies: Doppstadt Umwelttechnik, Fuchs Terex, HAAS Recycling-Systems, Jenz, Komptech, Sennebogen, Vermeer Corporation und Willibald.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
Praxistage (VDMA)
Recycling of substances and materials
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10:00
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10:15
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10:45
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10:45
Conference
The JS20MH Material Handler as Part of JCB’s Solutions for the Recycling and Waste Handling Industry
Kleine-Harmeyer
The JCB JS20MH is a material handler specifically developed for the recycling and waste handling industry, delivering high efficiency, stability, and excellent all round visibility. Thanks to its high level of manufacturing vertical integration and wide range of specification options, it provides a robust solution for demanding applications.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
VDMA Recycling Stage (FS)
Recycling of substances and materials
10:15
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10:45
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10:45
Conference
Operation of the first self-service recycling yard in Bavaria, in cooperation with Remondis Digital/MAEX. Since June 1, 2024, residents from across the Starnberg district can dispose of their waste and recyclables quickly, easily, and conveniently at the Pöcking recycling yard outside regular opening hours. Appointments are booked via a mobile app.
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
10:35
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11:40
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11:40
Conference
Experience it live: Processing technology for waste wood.
Represented companies: CBI Europe, Doppstadt Umwelttechnik, HAAS Recycling-Systems, Komptech, Lindner Recyclingtech, Steinert, Terex Ecotec, Untha shredding technology, Vecoplan, Vermeer Corporation
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
Praxistage (VDMA)
Recycling of substances and materials
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11:00
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11:30
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12:20
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12:20
Conference
Resource risks for Germany? Opportunities and strategies for dealing with critical and strategic raw materials
Jens Gutzmer, Achim Hartig, Britta Bookhagen, Pär Larshans
The panel provides a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue between business, research, and politics, and explores how resilient, sustainable, and technologically future-proof raw material strategies can be concretely designed — with particular attention to the role of economic development initiatives.
Orange Stage (A5)
Recycling of substances and materials
11:30
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11:45
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11:45
Conference
With its first sustainability report under CSRD, Stadtreinigung Hamburg AöR gained important insights. The presentation demonstrates how this opens up new opportunities and why the standards represent more than mere regulatory compliance.
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
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12:00
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12:00
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13:30
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13:30
Conference
An impressive live demonstration of high-quality recycling of construction and demolition waste.
Represented companies: Arjes, Doppstadt Umwelttechnik, EuRec environmental technology, JCB, Kleemann, Komplet, Rockster, Sennebogen, Volvo Construction Equipment, WIMA Wilsdruffer Maschinen- und Anlagenbau, Zemmler Siebanlagen, Zeppelin Baumaschinen
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
Crushing Zone (VDMA)
Recycling of substances and materials
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13:00
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13:00
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13:30
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13:30
Conference
Foreign Material Detection on Waste Collection Vehicles Using AI: Initial Practical Experiences
Stefan Elsner
AWM presents the current needs in the area of foreign material detection in organic waste and provides insights into a pilot study evaluating commercially available AI technologies.
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
13:30
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14:20
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14:20
Conference
From circular design to circular vehicles – How the circular economy is changing the mobility of the future
Dirk Böttner-Langolf
How can vehicles be designed so that raw materials remain in the system? The panel discusses how design, recycling, and the automotive industry must work together to combine resource security and climate protection. Industry perspectives show which course must be set now.
Partner: Federation of the German Waste, Water and Circular Economy Management Industry (BDE)
Orange Stage (A5)
Recycling of substances and materials
13:30
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13:50
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13:50
Conference
The presentation will examine the influence of steam sterilization with fractionated pre-vacuum and integrated shredding on three selected plastics that are typical of medical waste. Both chain degradation and oxidation as well as the influence on important mechanical characteristics will be considered.
Exhibitor: MACS Sterilisationsanlagen GmbH
Green Stage (C4)
Recycling of substances and materials
13:30
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14:00
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14:00
Conference
Science Corner: AI, Innovation, and Transformation – Where Is Waste Management Heading?
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
13:45
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14:35
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14:35
Conference
Experience it live: Processing technology for waste wood.
Represented companies: Doppstadt Umwelttechnik, Fuchs Terex, HAAS Recycling-Systems, Jenz, Komptech, Sennebogen, Vermeer Corporation und Willibald.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
Praxistage (VDMA)
Recycling of substances and materials
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14:00
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14:00
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14:20
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14:20
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The presentation deals with the implementation of various sustainability approaches from the perspective of a leading manufacturer of industrial packaging. It shows that there are opportunities to advance the HDPE circular economy. By consistently utilizing all available sustainability approaches, even ambitious recycling targets can be achieved.
Exhibitor: AST Kunststoffverarbeitung GmbH
Green Stage (C4)
Recycling of substances and materials
14:00
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14:15
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14:15
Conference
Science Corner: Strategic Foresight in Waste Management
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
14:15
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14:45
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14:45
Conference
Fresh wood, MDF, plywood – the raw materials in your waste wood. Sensor sorting brings them circle
Andreas Jäger
Virgin wood is a scarce resource and demand for clean secondary wood keeps growing. This presentation shows how magnetic and sensor-based sorting technology is used to remove contaminants such as metals, stones, and plastics. With practical examples from ferrous and non-ferrous metal separation as well as NIR and X-ray detection.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
VDMA Recycling Stage (FS)
Recycling of substances and materials
14:30
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15:20
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15:20
Conference
Nähere Informationen folgen nach internen Abstimmung.
Partner: Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMUKN)
Orange Stage (A5)
Recycling of substances and materials
14:30
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14:50
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14:50
Conference
Waste-to-Energy (WtE) plants provide a reliable solution for managing unavoidable residual waste while emitting CO₂ in roughly equal biogenic and fossil shares. To strengthen climate and resource protection, plant optimization focuses on improved pre‑sorting and integrating CO₂ capture technologies to cut emissions and retain recyclables.
Exhibitor: AFRY Deutschland GmbH
Green Stage (C4)
Recycling of substances and materials
14:30
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14:45
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14:45
Conference
Science Corner: AI-Supported GHG Accounting
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
14:35
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15:40
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15:40
Conference
Experience it live: Processing technology for waste wood.
Represented companies: CBI Europe, Doppstadt Umwelttechnik, HAAS Recycling-Systems, Komptech, Lindner Recyclingtech, Steinert, Terex Ecotec, Untha shredding technology, Vecoplan, Vermeer Corporation
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
Praxistage (VDMA)
Recycling of substances and materials
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15:00
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15:00
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15:50
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15:50
Conference
The topic of the Spotlight Area "Circular Textile Handling - Towards a Better Future" from the perspective of the partners involved. Take a look at the mechanical, thermo-mechanical and chemical processes for recycling textiles and ask your questions to our speakers.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
Circular Textile Handling - spotlight area (VDMA, B4)
Recycling of substances and materials
15:00
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15:50
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15:50
Conference
Together with representatives from municipal engineering, engineering, the recycling industry, and vehicle manufacturing, the concepts of design for circularity, reparability, and material cycles will be explained in a practical manner
The Truck in Action Show (VAK)
Recycling of substances and materials
15:00
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15:50
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15:50
Conference
CCU/CCS: Roundup and Outlook
Sarah Endres, Aliaksandra Shuliakevich, Jan Ochmann, Nicole Herold, Stefanie Jacobi Jens Loschwitz
At the end of 2025, for the first time, Germany established a legal framework for carbon management with the Carbon Dioxide Storage and Transport Act. Nevertheless, the ramp-up of a functioning CO₂ value chain still faces fundamental challenges. This expert panel will highlight the opportunities and obstacles in managing CO₂.
BDE Stage (A6.241)
Recycling of substances and materials
15:00
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15:30
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15:30
Conference
At IFAT 2026, we will present KOMPANEO – “We Ensure Cleanliness!”: the new brand platform for VKU member companies.
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
15:30
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16:20
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16:20
Conference
New EU Laws on Waste and Circular Economy - A boost for countries, a dream or even a nightmare
ISWA, Volker Ludwig, Joachim Quoden, Christof Delatter
The EU is accelerating legislation on waste, resources, and the circular economy to cut emissions, reduce virgin material use, and limit environmental impact. Product and packaging design will face stricter rules, while material management infrastructure must be upgraded. This session highlights local challenges and opportunities.
Partner: International Solid Waste Association (ISWA)
Orange Stage (A5)
Recycling of substances and materials
15:30
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16:30
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16:30
Conference
Explore how startups are transforming waste streams into high-value materials – from advanced plastic recycling to bio-based and circular production systems. This tour showcases the next generation of technologies turning waste into valubale resources.
Tour Guide: Andra Riemhofer
Exhibitor: Startups
Solution Tours
Recycling of substances and materials
15:30
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16:00
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16:00
Conference
Keynote by Oliver Krischer, Minister for Environment, Nature Conservation, and Transport of North Rhine-Westphalia, and Best Practices from Three Companies
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
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16:00
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17:30
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17:30
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An impressive live demonstration of high-quality recycling of construction and demolition waste.
Represented companies: Arjes, Doppstadt Umwelttechnik, EuRec environmental technology, JCB, Kleemann, Komplet, Rockster, Sennebogen, Volvo Construction Equipment, WIMA Wilsdruffer Maschinen- und Anlagenbau, Zemmler Siebanlagen, Zeppelin Baumaschinen
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
Crushing Zone (VDMA)
Recycling of substances and materials
16:00
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18:00
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18:00
Conference
Stop by the VDMA Spotlight Area (B4.151, 250) at IFAT Munich 2026 on May 4th and get an insight into the Brasilian market for the machinery industry.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
VDMA Stage (B4.250)
Recycling of substances and materials
16:15
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16:45
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16:45
Conference
At Komptech, service doesn’t just begin once the machine is in operation; it starts right from the development stage. Using the Nemus as an example, this presentation demonstrates how well-designed accessibility, easy component replacement and globally available parts contribute to maximum serviceability.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
VDMA Recycling Stage (FS)
Recycling of substances and materials
16:15
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17:05
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17:05
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Quality of collection: Prevent improper disposal – secure recyclables
Axel Subklew Andreas Bruckschen
What is the current state of the collection system’s quality, how can it be improved, and, above all, how can its long-term sustainability be ensured?
Partner: Federation of the German Waste, Water and Circular Economy Management Industry (BDE)
BDE Stage (A6.241)
Recycling of substances and materials
16:15
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16:30
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16:30
Conference
Facility Modernization in Focus: New Construction and Expansion of the Bützberg Biogas and Compost Plant
Tanja Böhlke
The facility is being upgraded to the latest technical standards and aligned with current legal requirements. Using the current construction progress as an example, the presentation shows how the plant’s throughput will be increased from approximately 55,000 Mg/year to a future 90,000 Mg/year, and what benefits this brings for efficient and sustainable operations.
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
16:30
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17:20
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17:20
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Innovative. Smart. AI-driven: Will artificial intelligence revolutionize waste management and street cleaning?
Kristian Kuen
Artificial intelligence is transforming waste management and urban cleanliness: it analyzes data to reduce sorting errors, optimizes route planning, and controls intelligent cleaning systems for efficient public space waste removal. The discussion highlights how AI technologies, combined with data privacy and workforce development, create innovative solutions to make cities cleaner, more sustainable, and more efficient.
Orange Stage (A5)
Recycling of substances and materials
16:30
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17:20
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17:20
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This session will introduce and discuss disruptive technology solutions for the recovery of critical metals. Eight startup teams participating in the "Tech Metal Transformation Challenge" by SPRIND (The German Federal Agency for Breakthrough Innovation) will pitch their technology innovations followed by a panel discussion with industry experts.
Exhibitor: SPRIND Bundesagentur für Sprunginnovationen
Green Stage (C4)
Recycling of substances and materials
