Event Description
VAKBEURS RECYCLING 2026: Europe's Premier Recycling Hub in Gorinchem
Scheduled for November 10- 12, 2026, VAKBEURS RECYCLING returns to the Jaarbeurs Gorinchem in the Netherlands, solidifying its position as Europe's most significant trade fair dedicated entirely to the recycling and waste management industry. This highly anticipated event serves as the essential meeting point for professionals across the entire value chain, driving innovation, fostering collaboration, and showcasing the future of a circular economy.
Event Focus & Scope:
VAKBEURS RECYCLING is a comprehensive showcase covering the entire spectrum of recycling activities. Expect to explore cutting-edge solutions across key sectors including:
Collection & Logistics: Advanced vehicles, containers, sorting systems, and route optimization software.
Sorting & Processing: State-of-the-art technology for separating materials (plastics, paper, metals, wood, e-waste, construction & demolition waste, etc.), including sensors, robotics, AI, and MRF (Materials Recovery Facility) innovations.
Recycling Technologies: Machinery and processes for transforming waste streams into valuable secondary raw materials (mechanical recycling, chemical recycling, composting, anaerobic digestion).
Waste-to-Energy (WtE): Solutions for converting non-recyclable waste into energy, focusing on efficiency and emission reduction.
Services & Consultancy: Expert advice on waste management strategies, compliance, sustainability reporting, and circular business models.
Raw Materials & Products: Suppliers of high-quality recycled materials and end-products made from recycled content.
Why Attend?
Discover Innovation: Be the first to witness breakthrough technologies and sustainable solutions shaping the industry's future.
Source Suppliers: Connect with over 500 leading exhibitors offering the latest equipment, services, and materials under one roof.
Network Extensively: Engage with an expected 15,000+ professionals – from waste management companies and recyclers to manufacturers, policymakers, researchers, and investors.
Gain Insights: Attend seminars, workshops, and expert panels addressing critical topics like policy changes (e.g., EU Green Deal), market trends, technological advancements, and the transition to a truly circular economy.
Experience Live Demos: See equipment and systems in action in dedicated demonstration areas.
Strategic Location: Gorinchem offers excellent accessibility and is situated in the heart of the Netherlands' "Greenport," a hub for horticulture, logistics, and sustainability.
Target Audience:
The fair attracts a diverse audience crucial to the recycling ecosystem: waste management companies, recycling plant operators, municipal authorities, environmental consultants, technology providers, manufacturers seeking recycled materials, investors, policymakers, researchers, and students.
Why Gorinchem?
The Netherlands is a global leader in sustainable logistics and circular economy initiatives. Gorinchem's central location and excellent transport links make it an ideal and accessible venue for international visitors and exhibitors alike, reinforcing the event's European stature.
VAKBEURS RECYCLING 2026 is more than just a trade show; it's the catalyst for progress in the recycling industry. Mark your calendars for November 10-12, 2026, in Gorinchem to connect, learn, and contribute to building a more sustainable future. Plan your visit now to secure your position at the forefront of recycling innovation.