January 2026 – Smithers has announced the full agenda for its upcoming Cleaning Products Europe conference, taking place 24–25 March 2026 at the Steigenberger Airport Hotel in Amsterdam. First held in 2008, the conference brings together professionals from across the cleaning, home and personal care sectors to explore regulatory change, sustainability transformation and the evolving needs of consumers.
This year’s programme focuses on the key topics and challenges that are shaping the future of the industry, offering strategic insight, technical expertise and collaborative discussion. Delegates also have the opportunity to attend a pre-conference Fragrance Workshop on 23 March 2026 led by Keva, followed by two days of presentations, panel discussions and extensive networking time.
Key speakers for 2026 include:
- Arturo Enguix, R&D Manager, Persán
- Michel Dirickx, Vice President, Fabric & Home Care Purchasing, P&G
- Nils Wedler, Senior Associate, Reckitt
- Peter Sandkuehler, Senior Business Sustainability Director EMEA, Dow
- David Bléger, Biotech Solutions Manager, Evonik
- Jenny Kwan, Director, Climate Action & Member, WBCSD Extended Leadership Group
With additional speakers from Novonesis, MonoSol (a Kuraray company), Euromonitor, Cefic, SAPONIA, HAYAT, and more.
The 2026 programme focuses on:
- Regulation, consumers and market dynamics
- Unlocking value through low-carbon collaboration
- Circular and bio-based polymers in cleaning products
- Emerging modelling approaches for modern formulation
- Laundry for a changing world
- Innovation shorts session
- Scent, freshness and modern laundry needs
To view the full agenda, speaker line-up and registration options, visit the Cleaning Products Europe website here.
Early bird registration is available until Friday 30 January 2026, offering a €200 saving.
