> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.packagingeurope.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # One week to go until the Sustainable Packaging Summit 2026 - URL: https://www.packagingeurope.com/one-week-to-go-until-the-sustainable-packaging-summit-2026/ - Published: 2026-11-03T15:30:00.000Z - Updated: 2026-11-03T15:50:40.000Z - Author: Packaging Europe staff writers - Tags: Sustainable Packaging Summit, Business, #homepage-featured, Sustainability, Sustainability Awards, Unilever, Tesco, PepsiCo, Nestlé, Procter & Gamble **In exactly one week, the** [**Sustainable Packaging Summit**](https://www.packagingsummit.earth/event/d66d241d-085d-41f3-90e8-ac135fa07043/summary?ref=packagingeurope.com) **will commence at the Jaarbeurs Event & Exhibition Centre in Utrecht. From 10 – 12 November 2026, professionals from all over the world will come together to discuss and build a more responsible future for the packaging industry.** The [three-day agenda](https://www.packagingsummit.earth/event/d66d241d-085d-41f3-90e8-ac135fa07043/agenda?utm%5Fmedium=search&utm%5Fcampaign=sps26&utm%5Fcontent=ticket%5Fpricing&utm%5Fterm=sustainable%5Fpackaging%5Fsummit&utm%5Fterm=sustainable+packaging+summit&utm%5Fcampaign=SPS26+%7C+SEARCH+%7C+WDL&utm%5Fsource=adwords&utm%5Fmedium=ppc&hsa%5Facc=3630166164&hsa%5Fcam=23852797881&hsa%5Fgrp=197338978275&hsa%5Fad=809164621107&hsa%5Fsrc=g&hsa%5Ftgt=kwd-1601466471796&hsa%5Fkw=sustainable+packaging+summit&hsa%5Fmt=b&hsa%5Fnet=adwords&hsa%5Fver=3&gad%5Fsource=1&gad%5Fcampaignid=23852797881&gbraid=0AAAAADnbWs59gYeWTjHYpfj6gOVVZ%5Fqf2&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI3ZjniJO5lwMVOppQBh3pZxxmEAAYASAAEgJTSfD%5FBwE) is broken down into daily themes: the strategic landscape and business mobilization for sustainability in packaging, roadmaps for transforming packaging materials, and the future of innovation. Among this year’s speakers are [**Paul Polman**](https://www.paulpolman.com/?ref=packagingeurope.com), co-author of *Net Positive* and former CEO of [Unilever](https://www.unilever.com/?ref=packagingeurope.com), who will discuss the business opportunities arising from the sustainable packaging transformation. **Emmanuelle Maire**, Head of Unit, DG Environment at the [European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index%5Fen?ref=packagingeurope.com), will join a lineup of industry experts in an honest conversation about the current status of European sustainability legislation and its next steps. **Paul Earnshaw**, Lead Packaging Development Manager at [Tesco](https://www.tesco.com/?ref=packagingeurope.com), will also deliver a keynote speech providing a retail giant’s perspective on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, Extended Producer Responsibility, the advantages and setbacks of artificial intelligence, and more. Other expert speakers include **Jonathan Gill**, Head of Sustainability at Unilever; **Archana Jagannathan**, Chief Sustainability Officer for Europe at [PepsiCo](https://www.pepsico.com/en/?ref=packagingeurope.com); **Kiril Dimitrov**, Global Paper Packaging Lead at [Nestlé](https://www.nestle.com/?ref=packagingeurope.com);**Anne Bedarf**, Director for Global Packaging & Plastics Sustainability at [Colgate-Palmolive](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/?ref=packagingeurope.com); and **Lee Ellen Drechsler**, Senior Vice President for Corporate R&D at [Procter & Gamble](https://www.pg.com/?ref=packagingeurope.com). Attendees will also have numerous opportunities to connect with international delegates through scheduled networking sessions. From themed conversation prompts to a new, AI-powered matchmaking app, this year’s event is built to unite businesses in the joint pursuit of a sustainable future. On 10 November, the Connection Zone Block Party will offer an informal environment to meet industry peers over refreshments. The winners of the [Sustainability Awards](https://www.thesustainabilityawards.com/live/en/page/home?ref=packagingeurope.com) 2026 will be announced at a dedicated ceremony on 11 November. This will be followed by an afterparty, complete with food, drink and live music, and a dedicated Q&A the following day to learn more about the winning innovations. **Tickets are still available –** [**click here to register for the Sustainable Packaging Summit 2026.**](https://www.packagingsummit.earth/event/d66d241d-085d-41f3-90e8-ac135fa07043/ticket-pricing/?ref=packagingeurope.com) --- **If you liked this story, you might also enjoy:** [***The ultimate guide to global packaging sustainability regulation in 2026***](https://packagingeurope.com/features/report-the-ultimate-guide-to-global-packaging-sustainability-regulation-in-2026/14625.article/?ref=packagingeurope.com) [***PPWR timeline: the key dates to know***](https://packagingeurope.com/features/ppwr-timeline-the-key-dates-to-know/14377.article?ref=packagingeurope.com) [***A closer look at the most innovative packaging solutions***](https://packagingeurope.com/features/the-ultimate-guide-to-packaging-innovation-in-2026/13821.article?ref=packagingeurope.com) [***Strategic learnings from the Sustainable Packaging Summit***](https://packagingeurope.com/features/strategic-learnings-from-the-2025-sustainable-packaging-summit/13750.article?ref=packagingeurope.com)