This side event will bring together public authorities and key industrial stakeholders from New Caledonia with the European nickel industry to explore the strategic role of New Caledonia in strengthening resilient and sustainable nickel value chains for Europe.
The session will highlight the growing importance of secure and responsible nickel supply for the energy transition. Discussions will focus on the need to build trusted international partnerships that ensure long-term access to critical resources while upholding high environmental, social, and governance standards.
The first part of the session will provide a comprehensive overview of New Caledonia’s political, economic, and regulatory landscape, presenting the territory as a reliable and strategic partner for Europe, while the second part will be a more interactive roundtable where both New Caledonian and European stakeholders discuss needs and alignments.
The session will conclude with a forward-looking discussion on how to foster mutually beneficial partnerships between Europe and New Caledonia, with a focus on sustainable sourcing and long-term supply security.
The EIT RawMaterials Summit is taking place at The Egg Brussels, Rue Bara 175, 1070 Bruxelles, Belgium. This is an immersive experience and full participation requires attendance in person: for this reason we don’t offer virtual attendance options. The venue is fully accessible.
Your ticket grants you access to all sessions, workshops, networking events, and exhibits, and includes refreshments and meals. One-day passes provide the same access and benefits. A limited number of tickets will be available at the event, but we strongly recommend registering online in advance to secure your spot and take advantage of early bird discounts.
The venue has partnered with recommended hotels to offer discounted rates for Raw Materials Summit attendees. Information is available here https://theeggbrussels.com/partners/#hotel-partners
Yes - just select the student ticket option during registration and provide valid student I.D. when you arrive at the event.
Yes, an event app will be available for attendees closer to the event date. It will provide access to the agenda, session details, networking opportunities, and other important information.