PROGRAM

Conference program

Wednesday June 12

  • 16:00 – 20:30 hrs.
    Registration desk EFPRA congress open at the event hall in Hotel Krasnapolsky
  • 19:00 – 22:00 hrs.
    Welcome reception at the Wintergarden in Hotel Krasnapolsky

Thursday June 13

  • 09:00 – 17:00 hrs.
    Exhibition
  • 09:00 – 12:30 hrs.
    Technical symposium
  • 09:00 – 09:10 hrs.
    Martin Alm (moderator) - EFPRA Technical Director
  • 09:10 – 09:30 hrs.
    Richard van Lijssel - Director Technology
  • 09:30 – 09:50 hrs.
    Lucas Cypriano - Technical Director, WRO
  • 09:50 – 10:30 hrs.
    Sandra Blome - Deputy head of the Institute of Diagnostic Virology
  • 11:00 – 11:45 hrs.
    Harald von Witzke - Emeritus Professor
  • 11:45 – 12:30 hrs.
    Carine van Vuure - Darling Ingredients International Rendering & Specialties
  • 11:45 – 12:30 hrs.
    Jeffrey de Rooij - Poultry specialist and nutritionist
  • 12:30 – 14:00 hrs.
    Lunch
  • 14:00 – 15:30 hrs.
    EFPRA Anual General Meeting - on invitation only
  • 15:30 – 17:00 hrs.
    WRO ( World Renderers Organisation) - on invitation only
  • 17:45 – 18:00 hrs.
    Gather in the lobby of Hotel Krasnapolsky
  • 18:00 – 20:00 hrs.
    Canal cruise towards Stedelijk Museum
  • 20:00 – 23:30 hrs.
    Walking dinner at Stedelijk Museum

Friday June 14

  • 08:30 – 15:00 hrs.
    Exhibition
  • 09:00 – 12:30 hrs.
    Congress
  • 09:00 – 09:30 hrs.
    Mr Sjors Beerendonk and Dr. Robert Figgener - Welcome and state of play and priorities for rendering
  • 09:30 – 10:00 hrs.
    Luc Vernet - The European elections – what political mix is best for an ambitious agriculture and food policy
  • 10:00 – 10:30 hrs.
    Dr Francisco Reviriego Gordejo - An update of actions ongoing as regards EU measures on Animal by-products (ABP)
  • 11:00 – 11:30 hrs.
    Rob Kiers - The ForFarmers road to circular feed
  • 11:30 – 12:00 hrs.
    Ye Eun Moon - European biofuel outlook and what it means for animal fats
  • 12:00 – 12:30 hrs.
    Dirk Dobbelaere - Statistical overview of the Animal Fats and Animal By-Products processing Industry in 2023
  • 12:30 – 14:00 hrs.
    Lunch
  • 18:45 – 19:00 hrs.
    Gather in the lobby of Hotel Krasnapolsky
  • 19:00 – 19:30 hrs.
    Transfers towards Scheepsvaartmuseum
  • 19:30 – 01:00 hrs.
    Gala dinner - Dresscode: Gala.
    Smoking is not mandatory. Stilettos are not allowed due to the location.

Saturday June 15 (only if you registered for the closing activity)

  • 08:45 – 09:00 hrs.
    Gather in the lobby of Hotel Krasnapolsky
  • 09:00 – 15:30 hrs.
    Closing activity

JUNE 12 – WELCOME RECEPTION INCLUDING DINNER [19:00 - 22:00]

Located in the heart of Amsterdam, the Wintergarden invites you to step into a world of timeless architectural elegance and natural splendour. This historic gem offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling urban landscape, which is why it is chosen as the venue for the welcome reception. You will enjoy a delicious walking dinner and immerse yourself in a meal that goes beyond appetizers, offering a feast that’s as fulfilling as it is flavorful.

Guests can acclimatize after their journeys from around the world, while enjoying a botanical oasis and outstanding greenery under a majestic glass ceiling. It for sure brings about a unique atmosphere. 

JUNE 13 – AMSTERDAM CANAL CRUISE FOLLOWED BY DUTCH WALKING DINNER [18:00 - 23:30]

Saloon boat through the Amsterdam canals

Guests embark on a remarkable journey on the water in luxurious and classic saloon boats. The boat navigates across the iconic Amsterdam canals, where charming waterfronts, historic bridges and breath-taking architecture define the scenery. To blend in the flavours of Amsterdam, local bites will be served during the cruise. 

Dinner at the Stedelijk Museum

The dinner will take place in the cultural icon of Amsterdam, which is the Stedelijk Museum. Globally it has a distinguished reputation as a museum for international contemporary art. With its broad selection of works, both old and new, it yearly attracts more than half a million visitors. Enjoy diner, while being surrounded by a mix of outstanding pieces of art. 

JUNE 14 – GALA DINNER [19:30 - 01:00]

Explore how Dutch sailors found their way across the global waters in the 17th century. The Scheepsvaartmuseum is home to an array of treasures, including paintings, intricate ship models, essential navigation instruments, and detailed sea charts. It is a special way to discover 500 years of Dutch maritime history. 

JUNE 15 – CLOSING ACTIVITY

For the closing activity, we invite you to hop on an E-bike for a refreshing and beautiful tour through the dunes and across the beaches of the Netherlands. Guided by an English-speaking guide, we will ride through the stunning landscape and take a break with a delightful lunch at a beach restaurant.