Ocean Plastic International Matchmaking
OPIM 2025 will be held on the 5th of December 2025.
Last year, Ocean Plastic International Matchmaking brought together key stakeholders from across the globe to tackle the pressing challenge of ocean plastic pollution. OPIM 2024 focused on the critical link between macroplastics and microplastics, emphasizing innovative solutions and collaboration.
Event Highligts:
Keynote Speakers: Jes Vollertsen from Alborg University and Andy Booth (on behalf of Stefania Piarulli) from SINTEF shared cutting-edge insights into microplastic pollution research and advancements in tackling this urgent environmental challenge.
Innovation Ideas Accelerator Session: Four pioneering startups presented their projects.
- OceanFront: The Natural Seabed initiative for alternative ocean plastic collection
- PolyGone Systems: Advanced filtration technology to capture microplastics
- Wasser 3.0 gGmbH: A cost- and energy-efficient solution for microplastic removal in wastewater treatment plants.
- Re:Lab AB: Technology to break down polluted plastics into molecular components.
The expert panel provided valuable feedback to enhance the technological development and market viability of these solutions.
B2B Networking: Over 40 pre-booked meetings took place, connecting participants from more than 15 countries to explore collaboration opportunities across the ocean plastic value and recycling chain.
Ocean plastic pollution is a global challenge that requires cross-border collaboration and innovative solutions. Events like OPIM foster new partnerships, facilitate knowledge-sharing, and ensure a continued focus on long-term, impactful solutions.
Mark your calendar for OPIM 2025 on the 5th of December.
More information about this year's event will follow.
