GO Wipes Conference to showcase the future of wipes manufacturing and supply chain solutions in Cologne
This event is designed to foster genuine interaction by centring on expert presentations, open discussions, and meaningful connections among professionals advancing the wipes industry.
GERMANY – GO Wipes Conference, a premier event connecting manufacturers, suppliers, and industry experts in the wipes and nonwoven sector, is set to take place in Cologne, Germany, on October 20–21, 2026, bringing together experts, innovators, and decision-makers from across the wipes industry.
The event is designed as a collaborative forum where participants can share knowledge, discuss challenges, explore opportunities, and exchange practical insights on the future of wipes.
Attendees will hear from specialists from organizations such as Nova-Institut, Lenzing AG, Albaad, Trützschler Nonwovens, Ashland, Euromonitor International, David E James Consultancy, HYDRA Marine Sciences, Senbis Polymer Innovations, Steptoe, Roover Consulting, Ahead& Albany International, and Gruppo X.
Together, these voices represent the full wipes value chain, covering topics such as market intelligence, materials innovation, sustainability, regulation, manufacturing technology, consumer behaviour, packaging, disposal, digital transformation, and artificial intelligence.
The 2026 program focuses on the issues shaping the future of wipes production and use.
Key themes include the outlook for the European wipes market, the move away from fossil-based materials, next-generation product and technology innovation, the role of AI and digital transformation in wipes businesses, changing consumer behaviour, flushability and disposal standards, biodegradability and home-compostable options, sustainability and circularity requirements across Europe, new regulations and green claims rules, and the future of wipes packaging.
Interaction is central to the event. Delegates will take part in discussion tables on the effects of global events on business operations and supply chains, as well as interactive working sessions on how AI can be applied to everyday business processes.
Networking sessions throughout the program are designed to extend conversations beyond the conference room and help attendees build lasting professional relationships.
The event will also include a Women in Nonwovens networking session, adding more opportunities for collaboration, mentoring, and industry-wide knowledge sharing.
The wipes sector is facing major change, with rising sustainability expectations, evolving regulations, rapid technological progress, and shifting consumer demands.
This event taps into the global wipes market, valued at about USD 26.2 billion in 2026, with strong growth projected to reach nearly USD 36 billion by 2032, expanding at a CAGR of 5–8% depending on the segment focus, according to a report by Research & Markets.
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