About this event
CHEM MEETS TECH
BlueChem, Catalisti and The Beacon join forces to bring together two innovative worlds: chemistry and technology. Hosted at BlueChem, this event is designed to connect chemical industry pioneers with technology innovators to create opportunities for growth, collaboration and sustainable innovation.
WHY ATTEND
This is your chance to discover the latest digital technologies that can accelerate innovation in chemical processes, manufacturing and beyond. Network with experts from both sectors, attend engaging sessions and discover potential business opportunities.
EVENT INFORMATION
When: February 27, 2025
Where: BlueChem - Olieweg 95, 2020 Antwerpen
Cost: Free for Beacon, Catalisti and BlueChem members, 100 EUR for non-members.
Language: English
TENTATIVE PROGRAM
09:30 - 10:00 Welcome, coffee and breakfast
10:00 - 10:10 Introduction The Beacon, BlueChem & Catalisti
10:10 - 10:30 Keynote by Stijn Verbert, Vicepresident Verbund site development and optimization at BASF
10:30 - 12:00 Breakout sessions:
---> BREAKOUT 1: Getting your data ready to implement AI
Moderator: Delaware
- Introduction to a modern Data Platform (IoT, Streaming, AI.Agents & Edge technology)
- Start to AI Workshop
- Wrap-up & Closing remarks
---> BREAKOUT 2: How to efficiently us AR/VR in an industry environment
Moderator: Cronos Group (Rhinox)
- Introduction to the state of AR/VR
- Demonstration of AR/VR in action
- Interative brainstorm: Chemical industry use cases
- Ideation through AR/VR project Canvas
- Wrap-up & Closing Remarks
--->BREAKOUT 3: Achieve your sustainability goals with digital technology
Moderators: Resultx.ai and Companion Energy
Session details coming soon...
12:00 - 13:00 Lunch & Networking
FOR WHO
We welcome professionals from both sectors, including
- Plant operations managers
- Quality assurance professionals
- Maintenance and inspection engineers
- CTOs, CIOs and digital transformation leaders
- Innovators seeking cross-industry partnerships
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How to reach BlueChem
Car
There is a paying Indigo car park across from the BlueChem building. You can reach the parking via the roundabout at Mazoutweg. At the end of your parking session, you can pay at the terminal next to the barriers
Bike
You can park your bike at the bicycle racks at the main entrance of the building.
Train
Station Antwerpen Zuid: 10 min bike ride station Hoboken-Polder: 5 min bike ride
Tram
Stop Hoboken Zwaantjes: (tram line 4/10): 15 min walk
Bus
Stop Antwerpen Groothandelsmarkt (bus line 13/14): 11 min walk
❗️❗️ EVENT DISCLAIMER
Thank you for your interest in our event. Please review the following information before registering:
- No-Show Fee: If you register but don't attend without canceling in advance, a 50 EUR fee will apply to cover planning and reservation costs. Please inform us if you can't attend to avoid this fee.
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By registering, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this information. We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to seeing you at the event.
