https://news.loccasioneperte.com/re?l=D0IastoqhI3at01cwI0ITmrlw2hgo&s=PKAJIB... ** glasstec Update Supporting programme 2026 ++ START-UP ZONE exhibitors ++ Exhibitor statements on future topics in the glass industry ------------------------------------------------------------ Our Topics: ➤ Supporting programme 2026 is gathering pace (#1) ➤ START-UP ZONE: These exhibitors will be taking part (#111) ➤ Digital technologies for planning, production and processes (#11) ➤ Industry insiders speak about paths to climate neutrality (#2) ➤ glasstec exhibitors: Recycling, return rates and raw materials (#4) ➤ Ticket shop now open: Plan your visit now (#1111) ** The supporting programme for 2026 is gathering pace ------------------------------------------------------------ https://news.loccasioneperte.com/re?l=D0IastoqhI3at01cwI1ITmrlw2hgo&s=PKAJIB... © Messe Düsseldorf / ctillmann The supporting programme and conference programme for glasstec 2026 are taking shape: an initial glimpse of the upcoming forums, special exhibitions and live events is now available online. Look forward to international speakers, practical presentations and insights into the key future topics facing the glass industry – from architecture and the circular economy to decarbonisation, AI and digital technologies. ➤ A first look at the supporting programme (https://news.loccasioneperte.com/re?l=D0IastoqhI3at01cwI2ITmrlw2hgo&s=PKAJIB... ** ------------------------------------------------------------ ** START-UP ZONE: These exhibitors will be taking part ------------------------------------------------------------ https://news.loccasioneperte.com/re?l=D0IastoqhI3at01cwI3ITmrlw2hgo&s=PKAJIB... © Messe Düsseldorf / ctillmann The START-UP ZONE in Hall 11 will once again be one of the most exciting highlights of glasstec in 2026. Here, young, innovative companies will present their solutions and ideas to an international audience of industry professionals from across the glass sector. From new materials and smart technologies to pioneering processes: the range of topics is vast. The first exhibitors for the START-UP ZONE have now been confirmed and are already demonstrating just how much innovative drive young companies are bringing to the world’s leading trade fair. ➤ Read more (https://news.loccasioneperte.com/re?l=D0IastoqhI3at01cwI4ITmrlw2hgo&s=PKAJIB... ** How digital technologies make planning, production and processes more efficient ------------------------------------------------------------ https://news.loccasioneperte.com/re?l=D0IastoqhI3at01cwI5ITmrlw2hgo&s=PKAJIB... Bild:OpenAI Artificial intelligence and digital technology are increasingly making inroads into the glass industry. Current applications range from automated quality assurance and AI-assisted process control to simulation tools, intelligent assistance systems and data-based production optimisation. Practice-oriented examples (https://news.loccasioneperte.com/re?l=D0IastoqhI3at01cwI6ITmrlw2hgo&s=PKAJIB... ** Industry insiders speak about CO₂ reduction and the paths to climate neutrality ------------------------------------------------------------ https://news.loccasioneperte.com/re?l=D0IastoqhI3at01cwI7ITmrlw2hgo&s=PKAJIB... Bild: openAI This industry is among the most energy-intensive sectors there are. Melting tanks operate round the clock, fossil fuels dominate production. Decarbonising this industry is a challenge. However, climate targets and regulatory pressure leave no room for doubt: transition is unavoidable. Take a look at individual insights (https://news.loccasioneperte.com/re?l=D0IastoqhI3at01cwI8ITmrlw2hgo&s=PKAJIB... ** How glasstec exhibitors are driving forward recycling, material recovery and raw material efficiency. ------------------------------------------------------------ https://news.loccasioneperte.com/re?l=D0IastoqhI3at01cwI9ITmrlw2hgo&s=PKAJIB... © unsplash / CHUTTERSNAP At glasstec 2026 circularity is one of the key three Hot Topics. Exhibitors will show how glass products are developed to be more suitable for recycling, how insulation glass units are separated automatically and how new sources of cullet can be leveraged for production. Learn from the best (https://news.loccasioneperte.com/re?l=D0IastoqhI3at01cwIaITmrlw2hgo&s=PKAJIB... Ticket shop now open: Plan your visit to the fair now The glasstec 2026 ticket shop is now available. Secure your ticket early for the world’s leading trade fair for the glass industry, taking place from 20–23 October 2026 in Düsseldorf. 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