09:00 – 09:15
Bratislava.
Nová tržnica
15.10.2026
The Czech–Slovak Circular Summit is a full-day event connecting leaders from the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Taking place on 15 October 2026 at Nová tržnica in Bratislava, it will welcome around 300 participants. The programme includes four panel discussions, two roundtables, and a circular exhibition - offering a unique platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and building regional resilience.
4 panel discussions
From fundamentals and business models to financing and communication.
Roundtables
Live discussions with experts from the Czech Republic and Slovakia, with active audience participation.
Circular exhibition
Get inspired by practical examples of circular products and services throughout the day.
Programme 15 October 2026
Talks & discussions
09:15 – 09:45
Keynote speech
09:45 – 10:15
Coffee break
10:15 – 11:15
#1 Circular Economy as a Strategic Tool of Sovereignty and Competitiveness
The circular economy strengthens material self-sufficiency, reduces dependence on global supply chains, and – supported by data and regulation—creates new investment and market opportunities.
11:15 – 11:35
Case studies
11:35 – 12:35
#2 The New Economics of Procurement: From the lowest price to data, resilience, and capital
Procurement is evolving into a strategic function driven by data and lifecycle thinking. It enhances supply chain resilience and opens up access to capital for companies.
12:35 – 13:10
Circular exhibition
Moderated presentations by exhibiting organisations.
13:00 – 14:00
Lunch & networking
14:00 – 15:00
#3 Energy as an Asset: How to reduce costs and increase business resilience
Energy is becoming an asset that companies can manage, produce, and trade – reducing costs while strengthening resilience.
15:00 – 16:00
#4 Material Resilience as the New Capital of Construction
Buildings are becoming repositories of materials. With the support of data and regulation, material resilience is emerging as a new source of value and competitive advantage.
