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Scientific and technological cooperation takes place on a global scale.

The European Federation of Chemical Engineering actively engages not only with its European Member Societies and European/non-European Insitutional Members but with a number of organisations and associations within and outside Europe.
 

Cooperation in Europe:
 

 

Worldwide Cooperation:
 

NEWS update July 2026:
A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between EFCE and the Asian Pacific Confederation of Chemical Engineering (APCChE) has been entered into effect as of 31 July 2025. The cooperation between EFCE and APCChE includes:

a)  Exchange of information about scientific activities (conferences, workshops, webinars, etc) and on new and latest developments related to the Chemical Engineering field;

b)  Promotion of activities of common interest on occasion of major events, like ECCE/ECAB in Europe and APCChE in Asia Pacific, like proposals of participation of Plenary Speakers at the conferences, which remain subject to approval by relevant organization committees, .as well development of side events on specific themes, etc.;

c)  Promotion of participation to training sessions or seminars or webinars or summer schools, with particular focus on Process Safety, Innovation, Sustainability and Carbon Neutrality, Food, and Circular Economy;

d)  Industry related initiatives that both parties agree to and find mutually beneficial.

 As part of the agreement, we wish to draw your attention to the following events organised by member organisations of APCChE:

      •  55th Chemeca
        28-30 September 2026, Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, Australia
        Offer: If you are a member of an EFCE Member Society and wish to apply for a free registration for this APCChE conference within the Memorandum of Understanding, please tick the box available on the abstract submission page. Also use this LINK to send a copy of your abstract to EFCE for evaluation in addition to submitting it on the website.
        For Chemeca, early bird registration is specially open for EFCE delegates until 1 August for 2026.
        In addition, 20% discount on relevant Sponsorship fees is offered to EFCE-presented companies interested in participating as Sponsor or Exhibitor in the above-mentioned events.

Upcoming APCChE congress: 

Asian Pacific Confederation of Chemical Engineers Congress 2027 - APCChE Congress 2027

Sydney, Australia, 29 November – 2 December 2027

The congress is held in conjunction with Chemeca 2027 and has the theme "Collaborating to deliver a secure, sustainable and equitable future."
APCChE Congress 2027 will bring together the brightest minds, global innovators, and influential decision-makers from across the Asia-Pacific and beyond, creating a powerful platform for collaboration, discovery, and industry advancement. The event will feature plenaries, keynotes, lectures, workshops, and poster sessions, bringing together academics and industry professionals from the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.
With over 15 member countries and global corresponding members, APCChE Congress 2027 promises to be an unmissable event for those driving innovation, sustainability, and professional excellence in chemical engineering.
Call for papers: The call for papers will open on 1 October 2026. Deadline for abstract submission: 3 May 2027
Website: https://apcche27.com/ 

 

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