Venue
Brussels (in person) – Exact location will be shared with registered participants
Join us to stay informed about the latest developments shaping litigation risks and liability under EU chemicals and sustainability legislation.
This half-day in person workshop (9h-14h) will gather industry leaders and legal experts from across Europe to discuss key regulatory developments and their growing impact on litigation and enforcement. The event aims to foster exchange, inspire practical solutions, and support companies in navigating an increasingly complex legal landscape.
Why attend?
- Gain first-hand insights from legal professionals and regulators
- Understand how upcoming EU legislation will impact your compliance strategy
- Connect with peers navigating similar legal challenges
Speakers & Sessions
PANEL 1 – When chemicals regulation meets litigation: case studies and emerging trends
- Matthias M. Schweiger, Disputes Partner, Hogan Lovells Cadwalader
- Isabella Wijnberg, Attorney at law, Houthoff
- Darren Abrahams, Partner, Steptoe LLP
Panel 2: Litigation risks under EU sustainability legislation: Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) and the Omnibus I Directive
- Stephen Foster, Senior Counsel, ExxonMobil
- Sebastian Leins – VP Principal ESG External Manager, Bayer
- Rachel Barrett – Partner, Linkaters
Moderators
Carlos Bravo Navarro
Sustainable Finance Manager
Francesca Zuccarello Cimino
Cefic Legal Affairs Advisor
Liesbeth Timmermans
Executive Director Legal Affairs & Operations
Practical information
This event targets legal experts from across the chemical industry. Participation is exclusive to Cefic members and is held in person only on a first-come first-served basis.
Practical information, including venue details, will be communicated to registered participants.
The event is planned from 9:00 to 14:00, including lunch break. It will take place in person only, in Brussels. The venue details will be sent to the participants directly.
About Cefic lab
Cefic Labs offer the opportunity to meet, exchange and advance industry’s knowledge on various operational issues, including sustainability, legal affairs, transport and logistics, etc. They serve as a platform to generate new ideas, share knowledge and explore solutions to issues facing the EU chemicals industry. This invitation is personal to you as a member of Cefic or a national federation.