08.15.24
INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, announced the conference program for Hygienix 2024, November 18-21, The Renaissance Nashville Hotel, Nashville, TN. This year’s theme, “Driving Absorbent Hygiene Product Innovation: Consumer Desires, Market Dynamics & Sustainability Solutions,” will provide insights into the latest industry advancements. The full program is now available on the Hygienix website.
Event highlights include:
Pre-conference webinars
· “Non-PFAS Hydrophobic Technology for Polypropylene Nonwovens”
· “Harnessing AI to Enhance Transparency and Trust in Brand Sustainability”
Workshops (Monday, November 18)
· “Fundamentals of Absorption Systems and Opportunities in Adult Incontinence”
· “Innovations in Menstrual Care”
· “Baby and Infant Care Market Dynamics”
Networking opportunities
· Lunch Arounds with founders of successful hygiene start-ups
· Lightning Talks – supercharged elevator pitches
· Tabletop Exhibits of leading-edge absorbent hygiene suppliers
· Receptions – three extended networking events
Presentation Preview
· Absorbent Hygiene Insights, LLC, “Exploring the Performance of Polyaspartic Acid Superabsorbents in Hygiene Products”
· China National Household Paper Industry Association (CNHPIA), “Latest Development of Disposable Hygiene Products Industry in China”
· Glatfelter Industries (France) SAS, “Capitalizing on Capabilities to Support the Shifting Hygiene Industry”
· Gottlieb Binder GmbH & Co. KG, “Synergy of Components – Upstream Advancements Offering Downstream Sustainability Opportunities”
· Handas Consulting, “The Intersection of Nonwovens, Sustainability and the Environment: An African Perspective”
· INDA, “UN Plastics Treaty Update”
Hygienix Innovation Award
A highlight of the event, the Hygienix Innovation Award will feature presentations from three finalists on Tuesday, November 19. The winner, to be announced on Thursday, November 21, will be recognized for their innovative contributions to absorbent hygiene products. Nominations are open until September 16, 2024. Last year’s winner, Sequel Spiral Tampon, received FDA clearance in August 2023 and is expected to be widely available in 2024.
Event highlights include:
Pre-conference webinars
· “Non-PFAS Hydrophobic Technology for Polypropylene Nonwovens”
· “Harnessing AI to Enhance Transparency and Trust in Brand Sustainability”
Workshops (Monday, November 18)
· “Fundamentals of Absorption Systems and Opportunities in Adult Incontinence”
· “Innovations in Menstrual Care”
· “Baby and Infant Care Market Dynamics”
Networking opportunities
· Lunch Arounds with founders of successful hygiene start-ups
· Lightning Talks – supercharged elevator pitches
· Tabletop Exhibits of leading-edge absorbent hygiene suppliers
· Receptions – three extended networking events
Presentation Preview
· Absorbent Hygiene Insights, LLC, “Exploring the Performance of Polyaspartic Acid Superabsorbents in Hygiene Products”
· China National Household Paper Industry Association (CNHPIA), “Latest Development of Disposable Hygiene Products Industry in China”
· Glatfelter Industries (France) SAS, “Capitalizing on Capabilities to Support the Shifting Hygiene Industry”
· Gottlieb Binder GmbH & Co. KG, “Synergy of Components – Upstream Advancements Offering Downstream Sustainability Opportunities”
· Handas Consulting, “The Intersection of Nonwovens, Sustainability and the Environment: An African Perspective”
· INDA, “UN Plastics Treaty Update”
Hygienix Innovation Award
A highlight of the event, the Hygienix Innovation Award will feature presentations from three finalists on Tuesday, November 19. The winner, to be announced on Thursday, November 21, will be recognized for their innovative contributions to absorbent hygiene products. Nominations are open until September 16, 2024. Last year’s winner, Sequel Spiral Tampon, received FDA clearance in August 2023 and is expected to be widely available in 2024.
