FMV Meets UGent Metals Consortium: a successful first!
FMV Meets UGent Metals Consortium: A Successful Event on Sustainable Metals R&D
The recent event FMV meets UGent Metals Consortium: Metals R&D – Sustainable Processes and Products was a resounding success, attracting professionals from the metals industry and academia alike. With a fully booked attendance, the event proved to be a valuable platform for knowledge exchange on sustainability within the metals sector.
Rising Stars in Academia
The event was also graced by a group of promising young professors, who presented their cutting-edge research projects in the field of metals and sustainability. Their enthusiasm and fresh perspectives added a dynamic layer to the event, providing attendees with a glimpse into the future of sustainable metals research.
Insightful Presentations from Industry Leaders
One of the highlights of the event was the impressive lineup of speakers, a perfect blend of academic researchers and industry leaders, all sharing their expertise on sustainable practices in the metals sector.
Marian Flores Granobles gave an energetic speech about ArcelorMittal’s Climate Roadmap, showcasing some of the company’s projects and successful efforts to reduce its footprint. It is clear the this giant of the industry plays a leading role in its never ending search for CO2-reduction, through partnerships with innovative companies and academia alike.
Isabelle Tolleneer, from CRM (Centre for Research in Metallurgy), was one of the FMV speakers from the FMV community, with her talk on “Sustainable Processes and Product Innovation at CRM”. She provided a comprehensive overview of how CRM is driving innovation in sustainable metallurgy, offering practical insights into how companies can make a tangible impact in the quest for eco-friendly processes and products.
Next up were Bruno Schepers and Mehdi Lalpoor from Aluminium Duffel, who delivered an insightful presentation on “From Post-Consumer Scrap to Sustainable Products”. They shared how Aluminium Duffel is leading the charge in circularity by transforming post-consumer scrap into high-quality, sustainable aluminium products, offering both environmental and economic benefits. Their presentation held both a concrete case study, as well as clear areas where academia can help.
The final keynote was given by Jimmy De Wilde from Aperam, who spoke on “Sustainable Steel, Responsibly Made by Aperam”. His presentation focused on how Aperam is committed to producing sustainable, responsibly sourced steel, highlighting the company’s impressive dedication to reducing environmental impacts while maintaining the highest standards of quality. It was another example of a company leading the way to CO2-neutral – or in their case: negative production.
Networking and Collaboration
After the presentations, the event shifted to a more informal atmosphere with a networking session, where attendees had the chance to discuss the insights shared by the speakers and explore potential collaborations. Guests were treated to freshly made pizzas, offering a relaxed environment for conversations to flow freely, accompanied by drinks and lively discussions.
A Full House and a Bright Future
The success of this event, with its full attendance and engaging mix of academic and industrial contributions, underlined the growing interest and need for collaboration between industry and research sectors in achieving sustainability goals within the metals industry. The event’s full booking was a testament to the relevance of the topics discussed and the caliber of the speakers.
In conclusion, FMV meets UGent Metals Consortium: Metals R&D – Sustainable Processes and Products was a valuable occasion for professionals in the metal sector, setting the stage for further innovation and partnerships in the pursuit of sustainable metal production. The event not only shed light on current practices but also sparked ideas for future collaborations, making it a landmark moment for the industry.