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Italy: Glassman Italy 2026 Features Keynotes from European Domestic Glass and Assovetro

Glassman Italy 2026, the premier exhibition and conference for the hollow and container glass industry, will take place on 4-5 February at BolognaFiere. The event will feature keynote presentations from Luca Tosini, President of European Domestic Glass (EDG), and Walter da Riz, Director of Assovetro.

Tosini will open Day 2 with a presentation on “Domestic Glass Sector: opportunities and threats of decarbonization,” drawing on his extensive industry experience, including his role as Strategic Purchasing Director at Bormioli Luigi SpA and leadership positions at EDG and ISO TC 166. Following him, da Riz will address the conference theme “Can Decarbonisation and Digitalisation Reignite the Glass Industry?”, exploring the impact of these trends on glass production.

The two-day conference will include speakers from leading companies such as Fives, Falorni Tech, Stara Glass, AMETEK Land, Glass Technology Services, Glass Service a.s., and Sorg. Topics will cover sustainability, digital technologies, AI, emerging technologies, growth markets, and industry SWOT analysis.

Alongside the conference, the exhibition will host 60 suppliers, including Rondot Group, Fermac Srl, Lattimer Group, Sonicam, Pennine Industrial Equipment, Pneumofore, Pennekamp, and Mako, providing networking opportunities, product showcases, and insights for decision-makers from Europe and beyond.

Glassman Italy 2026 is supported by sponsors All Glass, F.I.C, Antonini, Horn Glass Industries, and The Phoenix Awards, with media partners GlassGlobal, Asian Glass, and Food & Beverage Business. Free registration is available for attendees seeking access to sessions, keynotes, and networking opportunities.

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