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(partner event) Expert Forum: Green & Circular Metals

  • 29-30 sept. 2026
  • Hilton Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
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Accelerating Europe’s Transition Towards a Circular and Competitive Metals Economy

The EU Circular Economy Act is expected this fall — and this forum is timed for it. The Green & Circular Metals Strategic Impact Group Network (SIGN) Expert Forum brings together leading voices from industry, policymaking, research, investment and education to explore how Europe can accelerate the transition towards a circular, low-carbon and resilient metals value chain.

About the Forum

Hosted by EIT RawMaterials, the forum will serve as a collaborative platform to identify solutions, share best practices and drive action across three critical priorities shaping the future of the metals sector:

  • Skills: developing the talent and capabilities needed for the circular metals economy
  • Innovation: scaling breakthrough technologies and industrial solutions
  • Regulation: enabling a supportive policy framework for circularity and competitiveness 

The discussions will span the metals value chain, from primary production and processing to by-product valorisation, recycling and end-of-life material recovery.

Why Attend?

The Green & Circular Metals SIGN Expert Forum offers a unique opportunity for industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, investors and innovators to collaborate on the solutions needed to make circular metals a reality.

  • Gain insights into emerging EU policy developments, market trends and industrial challenges shaping the future of metals. 
  • Connect with key stakeholders: across industry, academia, research organisations, investors, start-ups and the next generation of talent. 
  • Shape priorities and actions: through interactive working groups, Open Innovation Challenge student sprint pitches and collaborative voting sessions.
  • Exchange knowledge and experience: through dedicated workshops designed to encourage open dialogue and peer-to-peer learning. 
  • Explore industrial practice in action: through an optional site visit to Tata Steel facilities. 
  • Leave with more than notes: new partnerships, a working group to continue with, and a direct line to the peers solving the same problems you are. 

Format

The programme will combine two half-days of strategic dialogue, collaborative working sessions, innovation showcases, student engagement activities and networking opportunities, followed by an optional industrial site tour.

The forum is designed to move beyond discussion — creating tangible pathways for collaboration, innovation and investment to accelerate Europe’s circular metals ambitions.

Who Should Attend?

The event is open to:

  • EIT RawMaterials partners
  • Metals and recycling industry leaders
  • Policymakers and public authorities
  • Investors and financial institutions
  • Universities and research organisations
  • Technology providers and start-ups
  • Students and emerging talent 

Registration

Connect with industry leaders, gain first-hand insight into Europe’s circular metals future, and be part of the conversation driving real change.