On July 16, we will celebrate a new edition of the CREC Summer Networking, a meeting space designed to connect companies, clusters and industry stakeholders around innovation, circularity and collaboration opportunities.
The event will take place at the Molí Paperer de Capellades and will combine networking, discussion and knowledge-sharing activities, including a guided tour of the facilities and a closing lunch to continue building connections.
🔹 PROGRAMME
10:45 a.m. – Arrival and registration
11:10 a.m. – Institutional welcome
The President of CREC, Elisabet Alier, and the Director of the Molí Paperer de Capellades, Victoria Rabal, will officially open the event and welcome attendees.
11:30 a.m. – Roundtable discussions with clusters and companies
A space created to share experiences, challenges and best practices in circularity, resource valorisation and the development of collaborative projects.
Confirmed participants:
- AMBIT CLUSTER – A cluster focused on home furnishings and contract interiors, bringing together companies from the design, furniture and interior spaces sectors to foster innovation and competitiveness. Featuring Joaquim Solana, Cluster Manager at AMBIT, and Xavier Rius, Director of CITYSENS.
- CICAT CLUSTER – The Catalonia Lighting Cluster, integrating companies across the lighting value chain to promote innovation, sustainability and internationalisation. Featuring Andrea Padré, Cluster Manager, and LAMP.
- NAUTICAL CLUSTER – Barcelona Nautical Cluster, representing companies linked to the maritime and nautical industry with the aim of strengthening competitiveness and innovation in the sector. Featuring Clàudia Parera and one company pending confirmation.
Main discussion topics:
♻️ Circular strategies
🔄 Resource valorisation projects
💡 Knowledge and utilisation of generated resources
12:30 p.m. – Visit to the Molí Paperer de Capellades
A guided tour of the Molí Paperer de Capellades, an iconic site of the paper industry, built in the 18th century and converted into a museum in 1961. An opportunity to discover its heritage, activities and commitment to sustainability.
1:30 p.m. – Standing lunch
Finally, a standing lunch will be held to continue expanding professional networks, exchanging ideas and exploring potential synergies between participating companies and organisations. The lunch will take place at Nean Restaurant, located less than a 10-minute walk from the Molí Paperer de Capellades.
Restaurant location:
Rda. Capelló, s/n, 08786 Capellades, Barcelona
An opportunity to share experiences, identify synergies and foster new collaborative projects within the CREC ecosystem.
*Exclusive to CREC members.
