The International Electronics Reuse & Recycling Congress returns to Valencia on 20 – 22 January 2027.
The International Electronics Reuse & Recycling Congress (IERC), the world’s leading conference dedicated to electronics reuse, repair, refurbishment and recycling, will
celebrate its 25th anniversary when it returns to the Palacio de Congresos in Valencia, Spain, on 20 – 22 January 2027.
Organised by ICM AG, the international leader in circular economy congresses, IERC brings together senior decision-makers from across the global electronics value chain, including manufacturers, recyclers, refurbishers, technology providers, policymakers and compliance organisations.
Spain is one of Europe’s fastest-growing markets for electronics reuse and recycling and serves as an important gateway to Latin America. The congress is proudly supported by Spain’s leading circular economy organisations FER, Ecolec, Ecotic, and Recyclia.
Confirmed Keynote Speakers
ICM AG is pleased to announce three distinguished keynote speakers for this anniversary edition:
• Macarena Gutiérrez Martínez, Chief Executive Officer of Atlantic Copper, Spain
• Aurel Ciobanu-Dordea, Director for Circular Economy, Directorate-General for Environment, European Commission, Belgium
• Ben Caddy, Senior Analyst – Sustainable Ecosystems, Omdia, United Kingdom
Exclusive Plant Tours
On Friday, 22 January 2027, delegates will have the opportunity to participate in one of the following technical visits:
• Atlantic Copper: Visit to the Metallurgical Complex – Smelter and Refinery in Huelva. Atlantic Copper is Spain’s leading copper producer. Its purpose is to provide essential metals for decarbonisation, energy transition and sustainable mobility, helping to build a better world for present and future generations.
• Movilex Recycling Group: Visit to its Alicante facility. Movilex is one of the leading WEEE recyclers in the Iberian Peninsula. With six facilities across Spain and Portugal and active collaboration with more than 90% of the country’s Producer Responsibility Organisations (PROs), Movilex is a trusted industry partner in the integrated management of electronic waste. The company is Weeelabex-certified and is involved in projects with a global reach.
Call for Papers
The Call for Papers is open until 31 July 2026. Companies, researchers and industry experts are invited to submit presentations showcasing innovative technologies, business models and practical solutions.
For 25 years, IERC has been the industry’s leading international platform for knowledge exchange, business development and collaboration. With its high-level conference program, international exhibition and outstanding networking opportunities, IERC 2027 promises to be a landmark edition celebrating the past while shaping the future of electronics reuse and recycling. Save the date and join the global electronics circular economy community in Valencia on 20 – 22 January 2027.
Source: ICM AG
