Returning for its 3rd year, Sustainability in Packaging Latin America took place this August 16-18 in Santiago, Chile. This event brings together the entire supply chain within the packaging industry, collaborating and discussing current issues, regulatory updates, reuse and refill examples in the marketplace, alternative materials and fibers, plastic innovation and more.
Beginning on Wednesday, August 16th, the pre-conference workshop will be focused on compostable options for Latin America, improving packaging sustainability, better understanding what is considered a “clean stream” for a composter, and innovations in paper packaging and recyclability. The following 2 days will cover a variety of topics, bringing together representatives from across the Latin America region.. Attendees can expect to hear from:
Francisca Aguayo Armijo, Ph.D. | Coordinator of Multilateral Affairs, International Affairs Office, Chile Ministry of the Environment
María José Ureta | Commercial Leader, GIRO Chile
Carlos Ludlow-Palafox | CEO, enval
Mariana Soto Urzúa | General Manager, CENEM
This flagship packaging event regularly brings together representatives from across the entire packaging value chain, including brand owners, retailers, packaging converters, manufacturers, suppliers, recyclers, and more, to facilitate industry collaboration, support the sharing of ideas, explore innovative solutions, and deliver upon the collective promise of increased sustainability within the packaging industry.
Following a successful event held in 2022, we look forward to seeing everyone next year, as we continue to explore recent innovations and uncover new opportunities that are helping to make sustainable packaging a commercial reality.
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Alejandra es Ingeniera en Medio Ambiente y Recursos Naturales, asumió como Jefa de Proyectos del Pacto Chileno de los Plásticos el año 2022. Máster en Medio Ambiente, Cambio Climático y Desarrollo de la Universidad de Manchester. Ha trabajado por más de 8 años en el sector público y en ONGs, en proyectos de Reciclaje Inclusivo, Conservación de la Biodiversidad y estilos de vida sostenibles. En su rol actual articula el Pacto Chileno de los Plásticos con la comunidad internacional, coordina mesas de trabajo dentro de Pacto, potenciando modelos de reúso y fortaleciendo la red de recolección de reciclaje a lo largo del país, entre otras cosas
Sergio Fernández is an Industrial Chemical Civil Engineer from the Catholic University of Chile. He has over 20 years of experience in Commercial Management, Business Development, Innovation, and Projects in the industrial sector. He developed his professional career at CMPC and Grupo BO, in the packaging and raw materials industry in Chile, Brazil, and Latin America, and in 2018, he joined Bioelements as the Head of Industrial Development.
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Dayanne join the commercial area of Coexpan Chile in 2019.
She studied Material Engineering in Venezuela and then spent one year working in a technology center of advanced polymers in Barcelona, Spain. She has been working in the packaging industry for 8 years in Chile and she is passionate about constantly evaluating new opportunities and materials in order to offer clients a wide range of solutions.
In her free time, you will find Dayanne playing sports, traveling to new places, playing music, playing with her dog and spending time with her family as much as possible.
Fernanda Valdivieso asumió como la nueva Directora del Pacto Chilenos de los Plásticos, Circula el Plástico. La profesional es Químico Ambiental de la Universidad de Chile y cuenta con más de 13 años de experiencia laboral en la dirección y gestión de proyectos en sustentabilidad.
Anteriormente se desempeñó en Fundación Chile en distintos periodos desde el año 2007, apoyando y liderando iniciativas colaborativas públicas-privadas el ámbito de la Gestión del Riesgo Ambiental y Economía Circular. Trabajó en el Ministerio de Medio Ambiente en la Oficina de Gestión de Residuos y Sitios Contaminados, y también en el desarrollo de consultorías ambientales.
En su rol actual liderará las iniciativas asociadas a la Hoja de Ruta del Pacto, coordinando el trabajo colaborativo entre los distintos actores de la cadena de valor del plástico que participan (organismos públicos, privados, gremios, ONGs, entre otros), así como el relacionamiento con el resto de los Pactos de los Plásticos del mundo, en alianza con la Fundación Ellen MacArthur.
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Dr. Nikola Juhasz is the Global Technical Director for Sustainability at Sun Chemical, where she engages with internal and external stakeholders to formulate sustainability-driven technical strategies, and oversees implementation of the corresponding innovation and product development programs across all of Sun’s pigments, inks, coatings and adhesives product lines and technology platforms. She represents Sun Chemical at global cross-industry organizations focused on sustainability and the future of packaging, and is responsible to driving collaborations towards circularity and end of life management.
Prior to joining Sun Chemical in 2016, Dr. Juhasz spent over 20 years in various positions of R&D leadership in the diversified chemicals, polymers and materials industries. She holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
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Bobby is the LATAM Sales Director for UPM Specialty Papers. He was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and lived in Lima, Peru for 12 years. He speaks fluent Spanish and Portuguese. Bobby is a dynamic, seasoned professional whose diverse background contributed to his exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. He has a proven track record in international business development, with remarkable distinctions and exemplary results.
He has been with UPM Specialty Papers for the last 5 years. Prior to joining UPM, he spent 9 years at Neenah Paper, which is now Mativ. During the last 14 years, he has been working and developing commercial relationships throughout the Americas. He has worked with various global and regional
companies, brand owners and convertors. His expertise has helped companies develop and commercialize sustainable, fiber-based materials and products for varying end uses within the Label and Packaging market segments. Currently, Bobby and his team are focused on business growth that delivers an environmental impact and contributes positively to the social sphere.
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