The textile industry is evolving towards more sustainable solutions and could be part of this transformation. On May 6th, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM, join us for an exclusive webinar on the Blue Bioeconomy Pact’s Textile Vertical, which is developing fibers, fabrics, and knits from discarded fishing nets and algae, as well as more eco-friendly processes, creating sustainable alternatives for industries like apparel and footwear.
What to Expect:
- The latest innovations in the fiber sector;
- Discussion on challenges and future trends;
- Exclusive insights from the PBA project.
Session Agenda:
1.Institutional Opening | 20 min
Miguel Marques
Executive Director of Inovamar
Miguel Marques is an International Specialist in the Blue Economy with extensive experience working across marine industries. He is currently the Executive Director of Inovamar and a founding partner of Skipper & Wool, where he created the “Blue Info” project, continuing a distinguished career as an International Specialist in the Blue Economy.
He is a member of the High Council of the Navy’s Center for Strategic Studies, a member of the United Nations expert panel for the Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development, and a university professor, with several scientific articles and books published on the maritime economy.
Helena Silva
Sustainability and R&D+I Project Manager at TMG Textiles
Holding a PhD in Science from the University of Minho, she is involved in the management and oversight of projects focused on circularity, functional textiles, and digitalization. She is also responsible for ESG monitoring and reporting, as well as participating in initiatives that promote sustainable practices.
2.Technical Presentation – R&D+i Entities | 30 min
Sandra Sampaio
Senior Technician at ECMA – PIEP
Sandra Sampaio is an expert in textile innovation and biotechnology, holding a Ph.D. from De Montfort University (England), a master’s degree in Materials Engineering (UNL), and bachelor’s degrees in Textile Engineering and Biology/Geology (University of Minho). She is currently a Senior Technician at ECMA within PIEP, focusing on textile dyeing and finishing, surface modification, nanoparticle synthesis, and polymer processing. With a multidisciplinary approach, she combines science and technology to drive the development of advanced materials.
Juliana Silva
Researcher – CeNTI
Juliana Silva holds a master’s degree in Micro and Nanotechnologies from the University of Minho and has been a researcher at CeNTI since 2019. She works in the Functional Fibers department, focusing on the development of sustainable thermoplastic fibers, advancing innovative solutions for the textile industry.
3.Talk and Q&A Session | 30 to 45 min
Pedro Silva
Director of Research, Innovation, and Product Development – TMG Textiles
Pedro Silva is the Director of Research, Innovation, and Product Development at TMG Textiles. He holds a master’s degree in Textile Engineering and has extensive experience in fundamental research and project management in R&D, focusing on the redefinition and application of innovative textile materials and structures for various sectors. He currently leads the transition of these advances to the industrial environment, driving innovation at TMG.
- Luís Silva | Sirplaste
- Celina Parreira | A4F
- António Falcão | Fitexar
Participation Details:
- Date: May 6th;
- Time: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM;
- Language: Portuguese;
- Platform: Virtual session held via Microsoft Teams;
- Registration: You can register for the webinar through the form available at https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a7df1d7d-7b27-4891-bb52-775d4cf9c7f9@61d5eaee-2b4a-4973-9191-9519ac73654b.
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay updated on the latest innovations in biotechnology and marine materials that are transforming the textile industry and contributing to sustainability and circularity.
