Collaboration, insight, and ambition: accelerating circularity in the UK at the Recoup Summit

The transition to a circular plastics economy cannot happen in isolation. It demands collaboration across materials, infrastructure, technology and policy.

On 4 March 2026, the Recoup Summit returns to Leeds, bringing together leaders, innovators, and decision makers from across the plastics, packaging, and recycling value chain for a focused day of discussion on the systems, technologies and partnerships needed to accelerate circularity in the UK.

Following a successful 2025 event, the 2026 summit will examine how innovation in materials, advances in recycling infrastructure and the growing role of data and AI can support more resilient and effective circular systems. The programme features a series of expert led breakout sessions, followed by a collaborative afternoon discussion designed to address shared challenges and future opportunities.

Session themes include:

• Materials of tomorrow: innovation driving circular change.

• Rebuilding the UK recycling system.

• AI and the future of plastics.

The summit will feature contributions from organisations including Borealis, Enviroo, Brightgreen, Sherbourne Recycling, WRAP, Asda, and Woodly, alongside other businesses and stakeholders actively shaping the future of recycling and resource efficiency.

With a strong emphasis on practical insight and cross-sector collaboration, The Recoup Summit provides a forum for open dialogue on how the industry can move beyond ambition and towards delivery.

Attendance is limited, with places capped to support meaningful discussion and engagement.

What? The Recoup Summit

Location: LeedsDate: 4 March 2026

For further information, including the full agenda and ticket details, please visit:https://www.recoup.org/news-events/the-recoup-summit/